Abu Dhabi, ARE
21 days ago
Fishing Engineer II - Intervention Services
**Job Overview:** The Fishing Engineer II is a technical role responsible for planning, executing, and supervising advanced oilfield operations, with a specialization in fishing and downhole tool services. This role demands extensive experience in open-hole and cased-hole fishing, Plug and Abandonment (P&A) projects, and Whipstock/Sidetrack operations including section milling. Acting as the primary liaison with the client at the wellsite, the Field Engineer II ensures the safe and efficient delivery of high-quality services. The role also involves mentoring junior engineers, troubleshooting complex issues, and driving continuous improvement in field execution and customer satisfaction. **Responsibilities:** + Lead the planning, execution, and supervision of complex field operations related to fishing and downhole interventions, including whipstocks, sidetracking, and section milling. + Maintain a high standard of safety, compliance, and operational integrity in accordance with Weatherford policies and regulatory requirements. + Participate in safety meetings, JHAs, toolbox talks, and contribute to the development of a strong safety culture. + Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot downhole and fishing tools; ensure equipment is functioning properly and safely before and after operations. + Collaborate with the R&M team for equipment repairs and participate in Root Cause Analysis for any failures. + Ensure proper documentation of job-related data, including field reports, observation cards, service logs, and failure reports. + Serve as the key technical contact for the client on-site; communicate job progress, technical updates, and resolution plans effectively. + Monitor field data and make informed decisions to improve service efficiency and client outcomes. + Supervise and mentor junior field personnel, providing guidance and performance feedback. + Conduct engineering checks and support software updates or calculations as needed on location. + Maintain effective inventory management and readiness of tools and supplies required for operations. + Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives across field operations. + Contribute to team development and training efforts; promote knowledge sharing and capability building. **Skills:** + Strong technical knowledge in fishing, P&A operations, section milling, and whipstock/sidetrack services + Proficient in wellsite data interpretation, troubleshooting, and job planning + Skilled in using job-specific software, performing basic engineering calculations + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client-facing interactions + Strong leadership, mentoring, and team coordination capabilities + High level of situational awareness and problem-solving under pressure + Detail-oriented with strong documentation and reporting practices + Knowledge of HSE policies, quality control, and risk management in field operations **Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field + 5–10 years of oilfield operations experience + Minimum 5 years of hands-on field experience in fishing and downhole tools + Proven experience with open-hole and cased-hole fishing, Plug and Abandonment, section milling, and Whipstocks/Sidetracks + Prior experience managing or mentoring field crews and acting as the primary client contact on-site + Willingness to work on a 24/7 on-call basis and in remote field environments \#LI-MD1
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