We are currently recruiting an experienced Drilling Section Leader to join our client's deepwater drillship operating offshore Africa.

This is a permanent position and the successful candidate must be available to mobilise in December 2026 to commence a 42 / 42 rotation.

In order to be considered, candidates must be UK, EU or South African nationals. This is due to restrictions on travel costs and work permits in the area of operation.

In addition, the following training / experience is required:

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in the role on-board a drillship or deepwater semi-submersible within the past 5 years.
• Experience of deepwater drilling campaigns.
• NOV Drilling Equipment expertise.
• IWCF Well Control - Combined Surface & Subsea - Supervisor level.
• OPITO Basic Offshore Safety Induction & Emergency Training (BOSIET) or Further Offshore Emergency Training (FOET) with CA-EBS.
• Medical Certificate of Fitness for Offshore Work - OGUK or STCW.