Service Delivery Coordinator - Field Services Operations

Role overview

We are looking for a Service Delivery Coordinator to support field services operations focused on directional drilling. This position is based in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, with the work location specified as SA-DHAHRAN-ABQAIQ HIGHWAY (BLD-1039780). The assignment runs for 6 months.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day directional drilling activities and contribute to live operational decisions.
• Coordinate and assist DD, MWD, and LWD field engineers in the field.
• Keep operations aligned with the drilling plan and the client’s project objectives.
• Track drilling efficiency indicators such as ROP, NPT, and trajectory adherence, and support performance improvements.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with clients and nurture strong working relationships.
• Ensure operational reporting is accurate and that data quality remains high throughout execution.

Technical capability and working style

• Hands-on understanding of directional drilling and well trajectory control.
• Ability to design and evaluate BHAs for RSS and motor-based drilling.
• Working knowledge of vibration reduction, torque and drag management, and hole-cleaning practices.
• Experience using real-time drilling data and drilling software tools.
• Comfortable making sound decisions quickly in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including reporting to clients and internal teams.
• Proactive approach to managing client expectations.
• Commitment to reducing NPT and improving drilling performance.
• Awareness of HSE practices and compliance requirements.
• Ability to help reinforce a strong safety-first culture in field operations.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in directional drilling.
• Prior exposure to Saudi Arabia, especially an Aramco setting, is strongly preferred.
• Experience with HTHP wells is highly desirable.
• Background in RSS and motor drilling operations is preferred.
• Relevant experience should include directional drilling, MWD/LWD operations, well construction, or drilling services.
• Practical knowledge of directional drilling, BHA design, torque and drag, vibration mitigation, hole cleaning, and real-time optimization.
• Familiarity with real-time drilling software, well planning tools, and reporting systems; industry-standard platforms are preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably Petroleum, Mechanical, or a related field.
• Experience in oil and gas drilling services, especially directional drilling, is required.
• Valid driving license is required.
• H2S certification is required.
• IWCF or IADC certification is preferred.
• English fluency is mandatory.
• Arabic language skills are preferred.
• CVs should highlight directional drilling, RSS, motor drilling, MWD/LWD, BHA design, real-time monitoring, Aramco experience, and HTHP wells.
• Alternative target titles include Directional Drilling Coordinator, Field Service Coordinator, and Drilling Operations Coordinator.

Additional information

Interested candidates may share their CV with SyedaRashna@lancesoft.com.

This role is for a 6-month contract assignment.

The position is for field services operations supporting directional drilling in Saudi Arabia.