Assistant Driller

Job Description

Assistant Driller

Fugro Middle East has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic _Assistant Driller._

Who we are

Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.

Job responsibilities:

- Use drilling tools of correct specifications, check periodically to make sure that they are in good working condition and handle them carefully.
- Follow instructions about drilling work and perform it according to the technical parameters and the time limits which are specified
- Assist other drillers and members of the site team as and when required, work in complete coordination with the team.
- Handle and store all samples as per the Company’s procedure and standards.
- Immediately report fault and / or malfunctions in drilling machinery, equipment or tools to the driller or Site Supervisor.
- Keep all other related equipment and tools properly maintained
- Ensure that Fugro policies and procedures are understood, implemented and adhered to by all employees.
- Undertake all drilling operations (drilling, coring, sampling, grouting) according to the Company’s HSE policies and local regulations, as communicated by superiors and as dictated by common sense.
- Follow all instructions and training about Safety procedures to be adhered to during drilling operations while on site.

You bring (qualifications & experience)
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3-8 year’s of experience.
- Good English communication skills.
- Learning Agility: Strong ability and willingness to learn from experience, adapt and embrace new situations. Being open to new experiences, people and information. Desire to excel and grow new skills.
- Connecting: Strong communicator and promotes open communication across the organization. Empowers & connects other people with positive impact, provides energy and demonstrates, passion, trust & respect.
- Accountability: Takes ownership and initiative, acts with confidence and works under own direction. Is able to make prompt and clear decisions, which may involve though choices or considered risk
- Delivering Results: Actively focused on achieving sustainable results with a passion for success. Strives for operational excellence in all goals set.
- Change Agent: Drives organizational and cultural change to facilitate organizational development. Deals with ambiguity, making positive use of the opportunities it presents.

What we offer

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion

At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together create a safe and liveable world’ - and to each other.

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