Friday, January 20, 2012

Pressure Pumping Operator - Cameroon

Pressure Pumping Operator (Oil & Gas / Completions / Wellbore Construction) - Cameroon

CA Oil & Gas are currently seeking Pressure Pumping Operator for our clients operations. African nationals will be given priority when applying for the position.

Role Synopsis
Various duties with tools and equipment associated with pumping services for the oil and gas industry. Equipment operators will be responsible for the safety of other employees, the prevention of damage to operating equipment and customer well equipment. This position operates a company vehicle on a daily basis between each district/off site location to deliver products, service tools, and equipment. The operator loads and unloads vehicles as required to maintain service schedules and participates in rigging up pressure pumping equipment on location which includes connecting hoses, high pressure iron etc. to equipment and to the customers well head.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities
•operate pumping equipment on a daily basis between each district/off-site location to deliver products, service tools, and equipment
•loads and unloads vehicles as required to maintain service schedules
•participates in rigging up pressure pumping equipment on location which includes connecting hoses, high pressure iron etc. to equipment and to the customers well head
•must meet Equipment Operator I Progression Program requirements
•maintains all required log books and inspection reports to comply with D.O.T. regulations
•completes pre- and post-trip inspections plus fuels and completely services the unit
•performs minor maintenance and housekeeping of vehicle to assure safe and efficient operations, and routine housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean work area
Basic Qualifications
•HS diploma or equivalent required
•ability to maintain a safe driving record and the ability to comply with D.O.T. regulations and health requirements required
•ability to have a reliable source of transportation available required
•ability to safely operate, maintain and perform minor repairs on equipment required
•ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instructions required
•ability to work efficiently in teams required
•ability to communicate effectively in a courteous manner required
•ability to perform duties in various, sometimes harsh outdoor weather conditions required

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Fishing Tool Supervisor - Cameroon

Fishing Tool Supervisor (Oil & Gas / Intervention / Wellbore Clean Up / Thru Tubing / inflatable service packers) - Cameroon

CA Oil & Gas are currently seeking Fishing Tool Supervisor for our clients operations. African nationals will be given priority when applying for the position.

The Oil Tools division, the Fishing Tools Supervisor (FTS) can get called at any time of the day or night and be required to immediately report to a job site. These highly experienced oil field professionals are problem solvers on the rig site. Once called in, the fishing supervisor will generally report to the district shop in Clarksburg, WV to receive the job details and then reviews and confirms the necessary tools and equipment required to satisfy the project. The tools and equipment will be sent with the fishing supervisor or directly to the rig site for use and operation. The FTS will drive to the rig site and meet the company representative to determine and review the specifics of the required job and then begin to run the fishing tools as specified in the work order. This Fishing Tools Supervisor will coordinate the work performed by the rig crews to complete the required well intervention. Jobs can take 40 to 50 days depending on the project. The Fishing Tool Supervisor will stay on location until all of the work has been completed. This is a 7 day per week position within no relief personnel usually assigned. The work day is generally 12 to 16 hours long, performing and coordinating work at the rig site in various, sometimes harsh weather conditions. This position requires relocation to Clarksburg, WV area and requires 100% overnight travel for all jobs.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities
•under minimal supervision runs multiple applications of medium to high risk in the Wellbore Intervention Product Group
•continues to expand and apply application knowledge and expertise to include applications of increasing complexity and/or risk in Wellbore Intervention and/or other product groups
•ensures supplied equipment is compatible with all other equipment used for job
•provides front-line support with customer and accurately completes all paperwork prior to or upon completion of job
•uses experience and knowledge of applications to ensure products and services are of highest quality
•may conduct on-the-job training for some Wellbore Intervention applications as required
•handles special projects as assigned
•conducts all business activities in accordance with clients HSE policies, Legal Compliance requirements and clients Core Values

Basic Qualifications
•HS diploma or equivalent required
•five years rig experience as a driller or tool pusher required
•competent in running multiple medium to high risk applications in the Wellbore Intervention Product Group required
•competent in running low to medium risk applications in other product groups required
•thorough knowledge of drilling and completion techniques and drilling/work over rig operations required
•thorough mechanical and application proficiency with Wellbore Intervention products in at least one product line required
•ability to work efficiently in teams required
•ability to communicate effectively in a courteous manner required
•ability to perform duties in various outdoor weather conditions required
Desired/Preferred Qualifications
•previous experience running fishing tools highly preferred

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Sand Control Engineer - Cameroon

Sand Control Engineer (Oil & Gas / Completions / Wellbore Construction) - Cameroon

CA Oil & Gas are currently seeking Sand Control Engineer for our clients operations. African nationals will be given priority when applying for the position.

The candidate must have experience working in an offshore environment. Must be able to work with a team and supervise a team. Must execute projects and be able to liaise with clients as and when needed.

Must have at least 5 years of experience and have a degree in engineering.

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Completion Workshop Mechanic - Cameroon

Completion Workshop Mechanic (Oil & Gas / onshore / Upper Completions) - Cameroon

CA Oil & Gas are currently seeking Completion Workshop Mechanic for our clients operations. African nationals will be given priority when applying for the position.

Role Synopsis
Maintains assigned trucks, ships, and related surface cabin equipment in accordance with operating specifications. Routinely welds, paints and refurbishes equipment. Conducts mechanical inspections. May use moderately complex diagnostic equipment. Review procedures for assembly, disassembly and test verification accuracy. Analyze and interpret data from environmental tests and troubleshoot equipment problems. Analytical ability to find solutions to difficult technical problems. Maintains records. Schedules maintenance of equipment. Maintain equipment records and filing systems as part of quality control and assurance programs. Inspection and disposition of parts and equipment. Compliance with HS&E policies and procedures. Handles special projects as assigned.

Skills and Knowledge required:
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, assembly prints and parts lists and follow formal procedures and maintenance practices. Knowledge on hydraulic circuits and ability to troubleshoot faults. Proficient in the use of multi meters, megohm meters, hi-pot testers and other basic instruments. Basic level of analytical ability to find solutions to complex technical problems. Advanced computer skills.

Education, Experience and Training:
Technical diploma or 3+ years maintenance related experience in mechanical function or minimum 3 years relevant industrial experience (airline, military, oilfield, automotive, electronic.

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Field Specialist - Cameroon

Field Specialist - Upper Completion (Cased Hole Completions / Oil & Gas / Packers / bridge plugs) - Cameroon

CA Oil & Gas are currently seeking Field Specialist – Upper Completion for our clients operations. African nationals will be given priority when applying for the position.

Role Synopsis:
Under broad direction runs multiple applications of medium to high risk in one or more product lines in the Cased Hole Completions Product Group. Continues to expand and apply application knowledge and expertise to include applications of increasing complexity and/or risk in Cased Hole Completions and/or other product groups. Ensures supplied equipment is compatible with all other equipment used for job. Provides front-line support with customer and accurately completes all paperwork prior to or upon completion of job. Uses experience and knowledge of applications to ensure products and services are of highest quality. May conduct on-the-job training for some Cased Hole Completions applications as required. Handles special projects as assigned. Conducts all business activities in accordance with clients HSE policies, Legal Compliance requirements and clients Core Values.

Skills and Knowledge Required:
Competent in running multiple medium to high risk applications in the Cased Hole Completions Product Group. May be competent in running low to medium risk applications in other product groups. Thorough knowledge of drilling and completion techniques and drilling/work over rig operations. Thorough mechanical and application proficiency with Cased Hole Completion products in at least one product line. Ability to work well and communicate well with others.

Education, Experience and Training required:
Two year Technical Degree preferred. Industry experience and product line training required.

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MWD / LWD Field Specialists - Cameroon

MWD / LWD Field Specialists (Oil & Gas / Drilling & Evaluation / Measurements) - Cameroon

CA Oil & Gas are currently seeking MWD / LWD Field Specialists for our clients operations. African nationals will be given priority when applying for the position.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

Under broad direction provides resolution to a diverse scope and range of complex problems at the well site where analysis of data requires having a broad knowledge of the product line(s)) tool(s)) and/or service.


Work is evaluated upon completion by a Field Supervisor (where appropriate), local Operations Management and the external Customer to ensure objectives have been met.

Acts as a project leader and mentors junior field engineers.

Provides direct instruction and supervision to junior Field Engineers on day-to-day well site work and activities. Provides advice and direction to external customer and third-party wellsite colleagues as appropriate.


Executes other related duties as assigned.


Basic Qualifications

University Degree in Engineering or Applied Science required. 5 + years’ experience in MWD / LWD Services


Desired/Preferred Knowledge and Skills




• Thorough knowledge of Conventional Drilling Systems Technology

• Working knowledge of Rotary Steerable Technology

• Working knowledge of MWD systems used in Directional Drilling Systems.

• Thorough understanding of customer requirements in the oilfield environment

• Proficient in the use of PC’s

• Ability to use skills, knowledge and techniques in problem recognition and solution development

• Thorough knowledge of Anti Collision policy and techniques for Collision Avoidance.

• Good analytical skills.

• Ability to work and communicate well with internal and external customers.

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Thursday, January 19, 2012

Drilling Fluids Engineer - Cameroon

Drilling Fluids Engineer / MUD Engineer (Oil & Gas / Fluids / Chemicals) - Cameroon

CA Oil & Gas are currently seeking Mud Engineer for our clients operations. African nationals will be given priority when applying for the position.

Under broad direction provides onsite services by measuring, testing, and supervising the running of fluid mixing and pumping, including technical analysis and specific recommendations for controlling fluid properties. May make sales calls on the field and field office level or accompany Sales Representative performing the same function. May train and direct work of entry level engineers. Conducts all business activities in accordance to clientsHSE policies, Legal Compliance requirements and clients Core Values. .

Education/Experience/Training required to do this role:
University Degree in Engineering or Applied Science required. 3 + years experience with in-depth knowledge of Drilling Fluids products and services.

Skills/Knowledge required to do this role:
Highly skilled in multiple applications. Able to identify the proper product and service for simple to complex applications. Ability to work and communicate well with internal and external customers.

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