Senior MPD Operations & Technical Advisor

The MPD Superintendent provides expert support with respect to Managed Pressure Drilling operations, including but not limited to: Surface Back Pressure (SBP), Pressurized Mud Cap Drilling (PMCD) and Controlled Mud Line (CML). Acts as an internal independent Technical Authority for Managed Pressure Drilling matters related to well operations. Principal Duties and Responsibilities General Fulfills role as internal Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) subject matter expert and advisor Evaluates deviations from Valaris MPD corporate Procedures and associated documents Works with internal and external stakeholders (including clients and industry bodies) to deliver competitive MPD operations that differentiate the company from its competitors Supports standardization of Well Technology solutions aiming to deliver safe, industry leading performance at the lowest practical total cost of ownership Technical and Operational Provides technical support to Operations and other departments in the company with respect to MPD related issues, including Management of Change (MOC) process, risk assessments, bridging documents, investigations etc. Where required, reviews and assesses client's MPD drilling plans/well design basis, and risk assessments to ensure compliance, regulatory, industry and client requirements Supports Operations with MPD performance reviews and process improvements to better support the needs of the customer (incl. KPI definition, monitoring and continuous improvement) Supports MPD related incidents and investigations to identify “lessons learned”, assess the effectiveness of the Valaris MPD procedures, and evaluate whether any changes to the procedures are warranted Compiles and distributes “lessons learned” reports and develop & implement any necessary changes to the corporate MPD procedures Represents the company in discussions with clients regarding MPD issues, activities, problems, etc. Participates in the after-action review (AAR) with key stakeholders Conducts and participates in MPD oversight activities, including offshore site visits Assists with the development and implementation of MPD competency and training process Responsible for continuing education so as to remain current on: Existing and emerging Well Technology solutions Associated regulatory developments Supports Engineering with theEngineering review process for Well Technology related rig modifications or upgrades Supports Well Technology vendors audits as appropriate (min. 2-yearly) Standards and Documentations Maintains of the company’s MPD corporate procedures and associated documents Supports Operations and Waste Information Management system (WIMs) team in creating and maintaining WIMs global content for relevant operations In conjunction with Training and Competence, the department supports develops of relevant training and competence material Supports Reliability and Maintenance Systems to create, maintain and audit the implementation of relevant maintenance strategies Monitor and implement where appropriate technologies, industry standards and industry best practices Participate and represent the Company in industry standards setting organizations/committees such as ABS, IADC and API and also at meetings with government agencies such as BSEE, USCG, DOI, etc. Qualifications Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university and/or formal development training with practical experience in the design and construction of offshore MPD wells both deepwater (subsea BOP’s) and shelf (surface BOP’s) A minimum of ten (10) years of MPD experience in offshore well construction and design Understanding of the operations of all types of offshore drilling rigs Extensive experience in the use of (and preferably development of) MPD drilling technics for well construction Supervisor Level Well Control certification and range of formal Advanced Well Control and Unconventional Drilling Technology training Offshore survival and medical certificates as mandated by government regulations are required Skills & Experience Deep knowledge, skills and experience to act as an internal advisor and subject matter expert in MPD matters Demonstrably strong background with deep understanding in managed pressure drilling and other non-conventional offshore drilling technologies Ability to multi-task and establish priorities Availability and willingness to travel to such locations and with such frequency as the employer determines is necessary or desirable to meet its business needs Committed to a high standard of safety and to comply with all safety laws and all of the employer’s safety policies and rules. Must be willing to report safety violations and potential safety violations to appropriate supervisory or management personnel Effective communication, teamwork and organizational skills. Good interpersonal skills Excellent conflict resolution skills and be able to diplomatically and constructively handle confrontation Exercise sound judgments and make decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions Maintain flexible attitude and approach towards assignments and successfully operate under ambiguous guidelines Maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in the employer’s sole discretion Perform duties onsite, except those job duties which are customarily or by their nature performed offsite (such as off-site meetings with customers at their request or for marketing purposes, making deliveries to designated destinations, traveling to field offices to meet with superiors/peers/subordinates or attend/conduct training, etc ) Work effectively alone or as part of a team on projects Demonstrated creativity, innovation, imagination and patience Management skill to supervise a worldwide team onshore and offshore Behaviors As part of our commitment to fostering a high-performance culture, employees are expected to align their actions and decisions with the principles outlined in our Behavioral Framework. This framework serves as the foundation for our organizational culture and guides our behaviors to drive better outcomes across the company. Employees are responsible for incorporating these behaviors into their daily actions, relationships, and decision-making to help manage expectations, strengthen relationships, and contribute to the overall success of the organization. Our five behaviors that define our culture are: Analyze & Plan – Being deliberate in understanding and describing the problem to solve and using information from a range of relevant sources to develop solutions that are effective and evidence-based. Collaborate – Collaborating effectively, sharing ideas, and leveraging one another’s strengths based on trust, transparency, and empathy, creating an environment where everyone’s input is valued. Communicate – Communicate clearly with all employees and stakeholders, ensuring active listening, understanding, and timely information sharing. Learn, Grow & Adapt – Building organizational capability through our own learning and development while coaching others and supporting others to adapt, learn, and develop. Deliver Results – Striving to deliver and exceed required results, identifying and overcoming obstacles, and taking responsibility for the outcome while respecting our values. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Valaris is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex,national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other non- job related factors. Valaris is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need such an accommodation, or a religious accommodation, please contact At Valaris, our core purpose is to provide responsible solutions that deliver energy to the world. Our purpose is the driving force that defines us as a leading organization in our industry. Our diverse fleet of ultra-deepwater drillships, versatile semisubmersibles and modern shallow-water jackups is capable of meeting a wide spectrum of customers’ well program requirements. Our rig fleet is among the most technologically advanced in the industry and our well-trained crews perform at the highest levels in the most challenging offshore environments. With an unwavering focus on safety and dedicated employees, we provide innovative solutions and aim to deliver excellence in everything that we do. #J-18808-Ljbffr Valaris Limited