Drilling Rig Operator (Re-advertisement)

  • Full Time
  • Embu

Embu County Government

VACANCY NO. CPSB 34/24 (E)

Terms of Service: Three (3) Years Contract

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assembling and disassembling rigs and equipment at various site by connecting drill pipes, casings, power cables and drill heads.
  • Working closely with an experienced driller to regulate, control, service pumps and drill equipment.
  • Undertaking routine maintenance and repair under the supervision of the experienced driller.
  • Manage the table, drilling mast and safety the other workers.
  • Developing and designing vertical and horizontal drilling programs including casings, drill strings/bottom hole assembly, mud, air, bits and all directional components.
    Hydraulics optimization and bit selection.
  • Daily drilling operations.
  • Problem analysis and trouble shooting.
  • Providing operational support when needed.
  • Cost and drilling efficiency tracking and reporting.
  • Promoting and ensuring exemplary health, safety and environmental practices.
  • Conducting post-well analysis to determine areas for improvement.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:-

  • Have served in the grade of Senior Drilling Inspector for a minimum period of three (3) years.
  • Be in possession of a Diploma in Water Engineering or Ground Water Engineering from a recognized institution or any other approved equivalent qualifications.
  • Be able todo both mud and air drilling.
  • Be able to interpret hydrogeological survey.
  • Be able to do borehole design after drilling.
  • Be able to do trouble shooting basic and maintenance.
  • Valid driving license Class BCE and above.

Method of Application
All applicants are requested to download an application form and a detailed document containing requirements relevant to the positions advertised from Embu County website:- www.embu.go.ke
Candidates MUST attach photocopies of the following documents:

National Identity Card
Academic, Professional Certificates and Testimonials
Any other relevant supporting documents.
All applications should be sent to the undersigned on or before 12th August, 2024.

THE CEO/SECRETARY
EMBU COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P.O BOX 2871- 60100,
EMBU

NB:

  • Only short listed candidates shall be contacted.
  • The vacancy number of the position being applied MUST be indicated on the envelope and the application form.
  • Embu County Public Service Board is an equal opportunity employer and does NOT charge any fee for recruitment.
  • Any candidate who directly or indirectly canvases shall automatically be disqualified.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide chapter six documents during the interview. i.e clearance documents from:
  • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
  • Kenya Revenue Authority
  • Higher Education Loans Board
  • Credit Reference Bureau
  • Directorate of Criminal Investigation

To apply for this job please visit www.embu.go.ke.