Oil Well Machine Driller
ゆせいきかいくっこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Oil well machine drillers operate oil well drilling machinery at oil field development sites, drilling holes into geological formations to install and maintain oil wells. They perform drilling operations, casing installation, mud circulation management, and more to support reaching oil layers and stable production.
Description
Oil well machine drillers are specialists who operate drilling rigs (drilling rigs), rotary drills, casings, and other drilling machinery in oil field development, performing drilling operations into geological formations. They are required to prevent troubles in advance through management of drilling depth, mud (drilling fluid), and monitoring of formation pressure, achieving safe and efficient access to oil layers. They also handle machine maintenance and inspections from the start of drilling to completion, working in teams on site with a high safety awareness and precise operations.
Future Outlook
While petroleum and gas development demand is influenced by markets and policies, steady demand is expected through technological applications in deep-sea drilling and geothermal development fields. Drilling technicians are also anticipated to play active roles in CO2 capture and storage (CCS) fields.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Good Team Player / High Safety Awareness / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Long-term Business Trips / Outdoor Work / Project-based / Shift Work
Career Path
Junior Operator → Senior Operator → Site Supervisor → Project Manager → Drilling Engineer
Required Skills
Compliance with Safety Procedures / Drilling Machinery Operation / Geological Data Analysis / Hydraulic System Knowledge / Mud Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Geological Knowledge / CAD Operation / Communication Skills (English) / Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexible response to changes in weather or geological conditions is required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Even minor abnormalities in drilling operations can lead to serious accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Heavy machinery operation and on-site work involve significant physical demands. |
| Problem Solving | Quick response to machine troubles or geological changes is necessary. |
| Stress Tolerance | Ability to endure long hours of work and high-pressure environments is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Adhering to established procedures is more important than generating new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Geological Survey Technician
- Hydraulic Equipment Maintenance Training
- Vehicle Construction Machinery Operation Training (Grading and Excavation)
Aliases
- Oil Well Driller
- Oil Well Drilling Operator
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