Drill operator

Code 8113.2

Drill operators supervise a team during rigging and drilling operations. They monitor well activity and take measures in case of emergencies.

Essential skills

Knowledge

  • mine safety legislation
  • mechanics

Skills and competences

  • liaise with managers
  • evaluate employees work
  • supervise worker safety
  • install oil rig
  • keep task records
  • operate pumping equipment
  • operate drilling equipment
  • write work-related reports
  • work ergonomically

Transversal competences

  • present reports
  • programar turnos

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This service uses the ESCO classification of the European Commission and the Mapha Taxonomy developed by OTIC SOFOFA (CC BY 4.0), in an adapted version. Group codes come from the ILO's ISCO-08. See sources and licences