Field Specialist IV - Directional Drilling Services Weatherford International Oil Field Services

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise complex directional drilling operations to ensure well objectives and target paths are achieved safely, accurately, and cost-effectively.
• Plan, configure, and optimize Bottom Hole Assemblies (BHA) in alignment with engineering designs and drilling programs.
• Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain Rotary Steerable Systems (RSS), motors, and other directional drilling tools at the rig site.
• Provide advanced technical guidance during critical drilling phases and resolve complex downhole challenges.
• Generate accurate daily drilling reports and comprehensive end-of-well reports documenting operational performance and services delivered.
• Maintain and interpret directional surveys, wellbore trajectory plots, and provide real-time feedback to customers.
• Supervise, mentor, and train directional drilling personnel across all experience levels (DD I, DD II, DD III).
• Collaborate closely with MWD, drilling engineers, and clients to optimize drilling parameters, BHA performance, and overall well efficiency.
• Maintain detailed equipment records, ensuring tools are tracked, inspected, and compliant with operational standards.
• Act as the primary communication focal point between the rig site, customer representatives, and internal technical teams.
• Support marketing and business development efforts through technical input, customer presentations, and promotion of company technologies.
• Enforce all safety protocols, participate in mandatory safety meetings, and ensure compliance with Weatherford s Enterprise Excellence Process.
• Demonstrate leadership by promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring equipment is maintained in optimal operating condition.
• Travel domestically and internationally and perform duties in both onshore and offshore environments as required.

Skills:

• Expert-level directional drilling and RSS operational capability.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills.
• Advanced problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities in high-pressure wellsite environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of reporting accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word (intermediate to advanced level).
• Self-motivated with a disciplined, proactive, and safety-focused mindset.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 8+ years of directional drilling experience, including complex and high-profile wells.
• Proven hands-on experience with Rotary Steerable Systems (RSS) and advanced directional drilling technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of drilling systems products, services, and well construction practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision while leading wellsite teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively and work in onshore and offshore environments.