Director, Regional Drilling Operations

Summary/Primary Role:

This role will be responsible for overseeing daily drilling activities, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency on site. This involves managing a team of field personnel and monitoring drilling progress to ensure operations align with project goals and timelines. The supervisor will be tasked with ensuring adherence to environmental, health, and safety regulations, conducting site inspections, troubleshooting operational issues, and providing guidance to drilling crews. Additionally, the Director of Regional Operations will maintain communication with senior management to report on performance, issues, and improvements while implementing best practices for geothermal drilling.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

(Management may amend or assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time)

• Supervise multiple geothermal drilling sites within their assigned area.
• Ensure drilling operations adhere to project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Oversee rig crews and ensure proper resource allocation.
• Enforce health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal drilling regulations.
• Lead and manage drilling crews, ensuring proper training and performance.
• Coordinate with site managers, drillers, and support staff.
• Resolve personnel issues and maintain crew morale.
• Ensure proper maintenance and availability of drilling rigs, tools, and materials.
• Oversee procurement and mobilization of equipment to different drilling sites.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate supply chain logistics.
• Troubleshoot drilling challenges, such as lost circulation, equipment failures, or geological difficulties.
• Work closely with engineers and geologists to optimize drilling techniques.
• Implement process improvements to enhance drilling efficiency and productivity.
• Manage drilling budgets for the assigned area, controlling costs and reducing waste.
• Generate reports on drilling progress, safety incidents, and equipment usage.
• Provide updates to upper management and stakeholders.
• Liaise with government agencies, environmental groups, and contractors.
• Ensure permits and licenses are in place for drilling operations.
• Work with landowners and community representatives to address concerns.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Operations Management, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of experience overseeing a drilling operation within geothermal, or the oil and gas fields required.
• Oversight, preferably in a regional or multi-site environment required.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve goals and objectives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Solid understanding of operational principles, processes, and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
• Willingness to travel within the region as needed.
• Certified Safety Professional (preferred).
• OSHA 30 is required, in lieu of certification, must be willing to complete training within the first 90 days of employment.

Supervisory Responsibility: