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Drilling Optimization SpecialistRotational work Office based, remote, and field locationsThe RTOC GroupThe Drilling Optimization Specialist will be responsible for the day-to-day execution and optimization of on-bottom drilling activities, maintaining HSE and operational efficiency, at maximum value to the client. The Optimization Specialist will supervise and direct operations for the clients drilling program following a rotation system with a back-to-back colleague.Planning, Organization, and ExecutionManage the on-bottom drilling operations collaboratively with on-site teams including wellbore trajectory decision making and anti-collision monitoring, roadmap execution and parameter optimization, real time T&D modelling, real-time trip hook load monitoring for BHA and casing strings, drilling dysfunction detection and mitigation, and autodriller/rig automation optimizationWork closely with Engineers and Operations Team Leads to make decisions/recommendations including selection and optimization of services; materials; operational techniques, operational efficiencies, and management of project risksOptimize operational performance while considering HSE, wellbore integrity, and the integrity of the drilling unitResolve operational problems as they arise with the consultation and collaboration of the clients operations teamManage quality assurance and technical data trackingAssist Engineering teams in failure analysis and forensicsRequirementsPrevious experience in following disciplines:DrillerRig ManagerDirectional/MWDDrilling Engineering Have a proven track record in well-execution delivery A demonstrable experience in directional drilling operations Extensive drilling experience with complex BHAs and technically challenging operations Effective communication skills within diverse team environments High learning aptitude and desire for challenging status quo Focus on data-driven decision making and critical thinking Intermediate IT/MS Office suite understanding/capabilities Degree in Engineering/Physical Science or equivalent Currently eligible to work in Canada and United States