Drilling rig available - Printable Version

Any bets as to who the "two operators" are? OSH & IOC immediately come to mind. No worries about staffing a crew at least.

NGE eyes more revenue from Western Drilling

NEW Guinea Energy is set to get more revenue from its Western Drilling (WDL) joint venture, which has secured a contract for the use of its SL 7 heli rig and camp in Papua New Guinea.
WDL, an equal joint venture with Maps Tuna, had agreed terms for a single well that would see the rig deployed for about 150 days.
The contract included an option for a second well that could extend the contract by another 150 days.
Chief executive officer Grant Worner said: “In the current economic conditions, junior explorers are finding it difficult and expensive to access equity funding for their activities.
“The dividends that NGE would receive from WDL from this contract will be a welcome source of additional revenue in 2014.
“We are delighted that deployment of the drilling rig would provide jobs for the people of PNG, while supporting the growth of the oil and gas industry within the country.”

>> If IOC has rented this rig, then they may need a flight follower to coordinate the WDL rig crew...

Job description

Benefits

Attractive Remuneration package including Incentive Scheme
Field Site and Field leave allowance
Self-Insured Medical Scheme
Life Insurance
Superannuation after 3 months of continuous service
Staff transport provided for pick up and drop off

The Flight Follower will be responsible for high, safe and economic operations of helicopters and logistical movements for InterOil exploration sites within Papua New Guinea. You will be required to work out at the InterOil exploration site on a rotation of 4 weeks on and 4 weeks off, on a fly in, fly out basis. This role will be on a fixed term contract of 6 months and may be extended after the term expires contingent upon the projects continuity.

This is a vital role for monitoring helicopter, fixed wing, barge and boat movements from site to site.

You will also:

Maintain frequent radio communication with helicopter operations and ground communications with all sections;
Liaise with other flight followers in the other operational sites for requirements for helicopter and fixed wing uplift, weather update, crew movements;
Check passenger and freight manifest for loading of helicopter and fixed wing charter. Ensure load uplifts according to airline operators regulations in compliance with CAA rules.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, to coordinate the smooth operation of air, sea and ground movement of staff and equipment

Desired Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will have attained Grade 12 certificate and completed DG course with current license will be desirable.

You must also have:

An understanding of Hevi lift SOP, payload limitations and aircraft operating limitations;
Strong communication skills both oral and written;
The ability to adjust to periodic changes in systems used in the aviation environment;
3 years relevant experience in the petroleum industry as a Flight follower or similar;
Strong administration and analytical skills;
The ability to effectively communicate with staff at all levels and maintain confidentiality;
Good Computer skills and well versed with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.