Assistant Gun Loader - Wireline Services Weatherford International Oil Field Services

Responsibilities:

• Explosives mobilization and de-mobilization from one location to another with proper implementation of all the safety regulations.
• Assist in assembling, loading, and disassembling perforating guns under supervision
• Support rig-up and rig-down activities at the wellsite
• Prepare equipment for field operations, including cleaning, inspection, and basic maintenance
• Load and unload equipment, tools, and explosives for transportation
• Assist with inventory tracking of perforating equipment and consumables
• Follow operational instructions from Senior Gun Loader, Perforating Operator, or Supervisor
• Support wireline crew during perforating operations as required
• Clean, inspect, and maintain perforating tools and ancillary equipment
• Identify damaged or non-conforming equipment and report to supervision
• Ensure tools and equipment are stored, labeled, and transported correctly
• Assist with completion of required job documentation, including explosive tracking forms and field tickets
• Accurately record equipment usage and report discrepancies
• Follow company documentation and reporting procedures
• Work effectively as part of a wireline/perforating crew
• Follow instructions clearly and communicate issues promptly
• Maintain professional conduct with coworkers, supervisors, and customers

Skills:

• Strong commitment to safety and procedural compliance
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and standard operating procedures
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Physical ability to perform manual labor in field conditions
• Willingness to work long hours, nights, weekends, and on-call rotations
• Ability to work in high-pressure, safety-critical environments
• Communication skills in both English and Arabic