Baker Hughes

oil and gas

DrillingOperator

Kenya
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Drilling Operator at Baker Hughes. Skills: operate mechanical and hydraulic drilling equipment, tubular handling, equipment inspection, safety compliance. Operating drilling and tubular‑handling equipment on the rig floor. Assisting with running and pulling tubulars (casing, drill pipe, and tubing)”

What You'll Achieve.

support safe, efficient drilling operations; support safe and flawless execution on the rig floor; maintain drilling continuity; keep drilling progressing efficiently

Industry & Context.

oil and gas
Problems you'll solve

basic equipment troubleshooting

Eligibility Requirements

operate mechanical and hydraulic drilling equipment in demanding environments, willingness to work variable schedules— ncluding offshore, shift-based, or on-call assignments, adapt to changing operational demands

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

general knowledge of the oil and gas industry, mechanical aptitude, ability to safely operate and understand mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools used on drilling rigs, ability to work well and communicate effectively with drilling crews, supervisors, and subcontracted personnel in high-pressure environments, previous industry experience and product-line exposure (drilling, TRS, rig operations), ability to follow procedures and maintain safety compliance

Nice to Have

direct exposure to drilling or tubular-handling operations, two-year technical degree, willingness to work variable schedules— ncluding offshore, shift-based, or on-call assignments and adapt to changing operational demands

What You'll Do.

Operating drilling and tubular‑handling equipment on the rig floor

Assisting with running and pulling tubulars (casing

Inspecting tools and equipment before

and after drilling activities

Communicating effectively with the driller

Following all drilling and client safety requirements

Attending rig safety meetings

Maintaining constant awareness of hazards on the rig floor

Supporting general rig‑floor duties such as assisting with rig‑up/rig‑down

basic equipment troubleshooting

and completing operational documentation

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner with the best; work directly with the drilling team; Communicating effectively with the driller, rig floor operators, and supervisors; work well and communicate effectively with drilling crews, supervisors, and subcontracted personnel

Communication Scope

Communicate effectively with the driller, rig floor operators, and supervisors; work well and communicate effectively with drilling crews, supervisors, and subcontracted personnel

Full Job Description

**Are you ready to support safe, efficient drilling operations?** **Are you able to operate mechanical and hydraulic drilling equipment in demanding environments?** **Partner with the best** Drilling operations at Baker Hughes rely on highly skilled operators who support safe and flawless execution on the rig floor. Drilling operators work directly with the drilling team, handling essential mechanical tools, tubulars, and equipment used to build wellbore structure and maintain drilling continuity. **Fuel your passion** As a Drilling Operator, you will be working at the center of rig operations, supporting drilling crews with tubular handling and mechanical operations fundamental to safe well construction. You will be operating drilling‑floor tools, assisting in running casing and tubing, inspecting equipment, and supporting the driller and floorhands with the tasks required to keep drilling progressing efficiently. **As a Drilling Operator, you will be responsible for:** * Operating drilling and tubular‑handling equipment on the rig floor—including elevators, slips, spiders, mechanical tools, and hydraulic/pneumatic devices used during pipe handling and well construction. * Assisting with running and pulling tubulars (casing, drill pipe, and tubing), supporting safe alignment, stabbing, latching, and connection integrity during drilling operations. * Inspecting tools and equipment before, during, and after drilling activities to ensure operational readiness and identify potential failures or hazards. * Communicating effectively with the driller, rig floor operators, and supervisors to coordinate safe movement of tubulars, tools, and equipment. * Following all drilling and client safety requirements, attending rig safety meetings, and maintaining constant awareness of hazards on the rig floor. * Supporting general rig‑floor duties such as assisting with rig‑up/rig‑down, basic equipment troubleshooting, and completing operational documentation. **To be successful in t

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