Fishing Supervisor
Weatherford · KW
Posted Sep 8, 2026Source: indeed
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Job description
The Fishing Tool Supervisor will support fishing and well re\-entry operations in the field. This role involves running a wide variety of fishing and re\-entry equipment, while proactively advising clients during open\-hole and cased\-hole fishing operations, workovers, slot recoveries, and abandonment projects. This is a senior level job for experienced Field Specialists, requiring strong technical expertise and the ability to support decision\-making during ongoing operations in often dynamic and fast\-changing environments. The Fishing Tool Supervisor plays a crucial role in executing field operations in accordance with operational plans and ensuring deliveries meet or exceed customer expectations. A good knowledge of fishing tools, the well environment and rig systems is essential for this role.
Responsibilities:
* Operate and maintain Fishing and Re\-entry equipment in the field.
* Provide onsite support to customer during ongoing field operations.
* Assist in testing and adjusting equipment to obtain optimum operating performance.
* Daily reporting of field operations for ongoing Fishing and Re\-entry operations.
* Work hand in hand with the onshore operations team.
* Recommend measures to improve methods, performance, and quality to increase efficiency.
* Accurate and thorough completion of job reports in a timely basis.
* Support onshore maintenance activities if required.
* Participate in all client and Weatherford safety systems during ongoing operations as required.
* Must have the ability to grasp and adapt to changing work environment and conditions.
* Must be able to perform basic problem solving and troubleshooting when needed.
* Continue training to expand knowledge and experience of Fishing and Re\-entry operations and services.
* Know and understand Weatherford Quality Policy and comply with all requirements of the Quality Systems Manual, Operating and Technical Procedures and Workplace Instructions.
* Must understand and comply with all safety rules and company policies of Weatherford.
* Work assignments carried out to the highest quality level.
* Required to work on 24\-hour call status.
Perform various other duties and activities as assigned by supervisor within the physical constraints of the job.
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Required:
* 10\-15 \+ years drilling, fishing and whipstock experience.
* General knowledge of oilfield equipment.
* Mechanical ability necessary to perform repairs.
* Valid Driver license.
* Basic Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel computer skills.
* Self\-motivated and capable of working independently when required.
* Strong team player who collaborates closely with colleagues. Effective teamwork is non\-negotiable for success in this role.
* Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
* Must be able to follow instructions.
Ability to be on\-call 24/7\.
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Preferred:
Open Hole \& Cased Hole
Qualification:
* High School diploma (or Secondary School Diploma or equivalent) as minimum. Preferred 2 years College degree.
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