Overseeing all aspects of exploration drilling program, including planning, executing, and monitoring drilling operations and contractors Ensure exploration as per planning Integral responsibility for safety and quality control during drilling campaigns and all field work. Build the team and then ensure, training and mentoring of exploration team members. Liaison with local land and stakeholders to foster positive community relationships, critical to the projects’ ongoing success Manage inventories, coordinate with TCD for procurement, coordinate with F&A for processing of invoices Ensure routine maintenance of drilling fleet and minimize downtime by taking proactive actions. Build and manage drilling crew as also exploration camps at various sites

Qualification:

Essential: Post graduate degree in Geology/Applied Geology/ Engineering in Drilling Technology

Desired: 

Knowledge of environmental standards, rules, and regulations for exploration

Knowledge of SAP

Leadership and team management

Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

Time management and organizational skills

Good communication skills

Education:

12 – 15 years of professional experience managing exploration/ drilling rigs