Geoplex Drillteq Limited is a provider of Oilfield Services to the upstream sector to the fast expanding Oil and Gas industry in Nigeria, seeks qualified candidates to apply for the position of an Operator Trainer, interested candidates should continue on this page for more information on the job requirement, description and for the official channel to commence application.
Applications are invited to fill the position below:
Job Title: Operator Trainer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Full-time
Job Overview
- As the Operator Trainer, you will be responsible for developing, delivering, and assessing comprehensive training programs for both slickline and wireline field operators and crew members.
- This role ensures that all operational personnel achieve and maintain the competencies required to safely and efficiently execute slickline intervention services (gauge operations, well servicing, fishing) and wireline logging, perforating, and well intervention services.
- The Operator Trainer serves as a subject matter expert, bridging theoretical knowledge with practical field application while upholding industry best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deliver structured training curricula for slickline and wireline operations covering equipment operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety protocols.
- Conduct hands-on practical training sessions on slickline units (including wireline trucks, lubricators, stuffing boxes, tool strings) and wireline units, pressure control equipment, logging tools, and perforating systems.
- Facilitate classroom-based theoretical training on well intervention principles, geophysical fundamentals, well control, slickline procedures (gauge operations, fishing, setting / retrieving plugs), and wireline procedures (logging, perforating).
- Develop and maintain training materials including manuals, presentations, assessments, and competency checklists aligned with industry standards for both slickline and wireline disciplines.
- Evaluate trainee competencies through written examinations, practical assessments, and on-the-job evaluations.
- Maintain accurate training records, certifications, and competency matrices for all personnel.
- Identify skill gaps and recommend targeted training interventions to address performance deficiencies.
- Certify operators at various competency levels (Trainee, Operator I, II, III) based on standardized assessment criteria.
- Provide on-site coaching and mentoring during slickline and wireline operations to reinforce training and ensure safe practices.
- Supervise and evaluate trainee performance during field deployments for both slickline intervention jobs and wireline logging/perforating operations, providing constructive feedback.
- Support complex slickline (fishing, stuck tool recovery, pressure operations) and wireline jobs by offering technical guidance to crew members as needed.
- Conduct post-job debriefings to identify lessons learned and continuous improvement opportunities.
- Ensure all training programs incorporate comprehensive HSE protocols and well control procedures.
- Conduct safety drills and emergency response training for wireline crews.
- Maintain compliance with company HSE policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses, developing corrective training measures.
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in slickline operations (well intervention, gauge operations, fishing) and/or wireline operations (logging, perforating, well intervention).
- Strong cross-functional experience in both slickline and wireline disciplines is highly preferred; candidates with deep expertise in one discipline and working knowledge of the other will be considered.
- Demonstrated experience with major service companies (e.g., Baker Hughes, SLB, Halliburton) in slickline and / or wireline operations is highly desirable.
- Proven track record of successfully training and developing slickline and wireline operators from entry to senior levels.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI and data visualization tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Valid IWCF / IADC, BOSIET and other relevant certifications.
Benefits
- Structured Professional Training & Development in advanced inspection techniques, NDT methods, and QHSE standards.
- Career Growth Pathway into roles such as QA/QC Engineer, Quality Assurance Lead, or QHSE Manager.
- Practical Exposure to field and workshop inspections, downhole tools, and oil & gas operations.
- Competitive Compensation.
- Comprehensive Health Insurance.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.