Wellsite Management and Supervision
03 – 07 Feb. 2025 | Abu Dhabi | 10 – 14 Nov. 2025 | Dubai | 13 – 17 Oct. 2025 | Abu Dhabi |
Course Objectives:
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
1. Introduction to Wellsite Management
- Understand the role and importance of wellsite management in oil and gas operations.
- Learn about the key responsibilities of a Wellsite Supervisor.
- Identify the core competencies required for successful wellsite management.
2. Wellsite Planning and Preparation
- Develop a wellsite plan that includes logistics, health, safety, and environmental considerations.
- Learn how to organize and coordinate the mobilization and demobilization of equipment and personnel.
- Understand the requirements for a wellsite setup, including location, infrastructure, and communication systems.
3. Drilling Operations & Supervision
- Supervise the execution of drilling operations, including well planning, rig up, and rig down activities.
- Monitor well construction and drilling parameters (e.g., mud systems, bottom hole pressure, drilling fluid).
- Address issues such as stuck pipe, wellbore instability, and other common drilling challenges.
4. Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Management
- Implement safety policies and practices for the wellsite.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with HSE regulations and standards.
- Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks, and emergency response drills.
- Manage environmental impacts, including waste management and spill response.
5. Well Control & Emergency Response
- Understand well control procedures, including the use of BOPs (Blowout Preventers) and other well control equipment.
- Supervise blowout prevention operations and ensure well control safety.
- Develop and implement emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures and spill containment strategies.
6. Communication & Coordination with Stakeholders
- Ensure effective communication between the wellsite team, the operations center, and other key stakeholders.
- Coordinate activities with service companies, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
- Document wellsite activities and maintain accurate reporting for real-time and post-operation review.
7. Wellsite Personnel Management
- Manage a diverse wellsite team, ensuring clear roles and responsibilities for each member.
- Supervise personnel performance, including contractors and service providers.
- Foster teamwork and maintain morale on-site.
8. Risk Management and Problem Solving
- Identify and assess operational risks, including technical, safety, and environmental risks.
- Apply problem-solving techniques to address wellsite challenges, such as equipment failure, weather disruptions, or safety concerns.
- Implement risk mitigation strategies, including contingency planning and decision-making protocols.
9. Cost Management and Budgeting
- Monitor wellsite expenditures, ensuring adherence to budget constraints.
- Review costs related to equipment, materials, and services.
- Implement cost-saving strategies without compromising safety or operational efficiency.
10. Performance Monitoring & Reporting
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) for wellsite operations.
- Provide progress reports to management and stakeholders.
- Analyze operational data for efficiency improvements and post-well evaluation.
Target Audience
This training is designed for professionals involved in the management and supervision of wellsite operations. The target audience includes:
- Wellsite Supervisors (Toolpushers, Drilling Supervisors)
- Drilling Engineers
- Completion Engineers
- Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Officers
- Safety Engineers and Supervisors
- Risk Assessment Specialists
- Production Engineers
- Operations Supervisors
- Field Technicians and Operators
- Drilling Project Managers
- Wellsite Engineers and Consultants
- Oilfield Service Company Representatives