Strata Energy Services Inc

May 2009

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title

Drill Site Supervisor

Location

Reports To

Operations Manager

Product Line

Underbalanced Systems

Skill Level

Department

Field Operations

Purpose

Supervise field personnel, Operate and maintain equipment in a safe

manner to ensure job specifications are met. Assist shift supervisors
as required including training of new operators

Supervision

Required to supervise Field Operators, Shift Supervisors

Position Dimensions

Oversee up to $8 million worth of equipment

Make purchases for job as per requirements, must receive quotes and
submit to Manager for pre-approval

General levels of leadership ability and personnel skills required

Sound judgment and positive decision making skills essential
Good organizational skills to handle large quantities of paperwork.
Consistent and concise communication skills written/spoken with
field personnel and customer representatives
Thorough knowledge of applicable job specific equipment functions
Thorough knowledge of safety policies and emergency procedures
Thoroughly trained in the use of safety equipment and be able to identify
dangerous conditions and act accordingly
Intermediate computer skills using a wide variety of software programs
Formal training in equipment maintenance
Previous supervisory skills
Previous experience with Fekett, Rigwatch, Pason, Data Log

(financial, operational, etc)

Competencies
Essential
(Skills & Abilities)

Preferred
(Skills & Abilities)

Qualifications
Experience

4 years operational experience at a senior level for Underbalanced

Drilling or Air Drilling

Must Have the following tickets: H2S, WHMIS, TDG, PST, First Aid, Fall
Arrest, Confined Space, Forklift Training, Loader Training.
Familiar with Standard Operating Procedures
Valid class 5 drivers license

Education

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Responsibilities
& Duties

May 2009

Primary Responsibilities
Pre- job

Organize crews and arrange accommodations (if required)

Confirm equipment readiness

Supervise the loading out of the Underbalanced package

Ensure that all required crew members are available and properly
equipped

Ensure that the Underbalanced package is equipped with all required
tool, and spare parts
On arrival at the job site

Participate and or conduct the pre-rig-in safety meeting

Assign all rig-in responsibilities

Oversee all rig-in operations

Assist with installation of critical safety equipment

Perform function test of all critical valves

Supervise the pressure test
Before the job begins

Participate and or conduct safety meeting with all Strata and all rig
personnel.
During the job (observation and communication)

Observe overall equipment operation, assign responsibilities required to
maintain smooth operations

Communicate with rig personnel regarding job parameters

Observe UBS crew activities, ensure operators is dispatched where
required

Communicate regularly with Client and Shift Supervisor regarding
operational parameters

Conduct regular observations of all crew members ensuring that:
 safe work procedures are followed
 all equipment is being operated in accordance to job specifications
with Strata policy

Report potential problems to Operations Manager
During the job (reporting)

Maintain log of liquid, chemical and volume levels on location

Submit all required safety reports to the Operations Manager

Ensure completion of daily operational and maintenance forms

Complete daily tickets as required
During the job (Equipment maintenance)

Ensure that all required shift maintenance is performed

Ensure proper hand-over of equipment to the next shift

Report any abnormalities in equipment to Operations Manager

Ensure proper lock out/tag procedures are in place
When leaving the jobsite

Ensure equipment is properly cleaned and stored

Assign duties to operators as required

Supervise the rigging-out of the Underbalanced package

Ensure that trailers and equipment are prepared for transportation

Ensure all rental equipment is returned and accounted for
During downtime or between jobs

Assign location housekeeping / maintenance duties

Ensure that all Strata and manufacturers recommended maintenance
activities are performed

Maintain close contact with the Operations Manager at all times

Promptly report all concerns regarding equipment to the Operations
Manager

Report all incidents and accidents to the Operations Manager
Communications

Promptly report all concerns regarding equipment to the Operations
Manager

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Report all incidents and accidents to the Operations Manager

Complete all written reports and forward in accordance with local
operating procedures

Communicate all equipment needs to the Operations Manager

Instruct Operators in equipment operation and maintenance procedures.

Maintain communication with ALL Strata personnel on the job site,
including Operators, Shift Supervisor and Engineering staff.

Maintain open, professional communications with drilling operations
personnel

Ensure that all job parameters
Safety

Perform all Safety duties as defined in the Stratas Safety Manual. These
include, but are not limited to:
 Participate and or conducting in pre-job safety meetings
 Ensuring all required safety responsibilities are performed as defined
in Stratas Safety Manual
 Ensuring all personnel are properly outfitted with personal protective
equipment
 Acting promptly to remove hazards from the workplace
 Ensuring ALL accidents and incidents are properly reported
 Reporting unsafe working conditions to management when their
assistance/approval is required to remove the hazard
 Regularly observing work practices of all employees that report to
you, correcting unsafe work habits as soon as they are noted
 Be familiar with all Strata Standard Operating Procedures. Ensure all
employees that report to you apply these procedures
General

Other duties as required

Provide back-up to Shift Supervisor and operators as required

"Baseline"
Performance
Benchmarks

"Excellence
Performance
Benchmarks

Enforces and adheres to all Strata policies and procedures

Demonstrates ongoing commitment to high quality product, services and
customer satisfaction
Maintains good attendance and timelines
Effective supervision of personnel and equipment
Participates actively in safety meetings
Minimizes job expenses - Uses care and attention when operating
equipment, handling materials, operating company vehicles, etc,
ensures that equipment, materials, company vehicles, etc, are utilized in
an efficient and cost effective manner
Seeks and identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste
and reduce company costs on a continuous basis
Communicates effectively (Written/Oral)
Maintains professional company Image
Performs basic maintenance work during down time
Follows and understands procedures
Complies with all SOP guidelines
Exceeds field operating standards
Assists with Field Sales
Takes initiative to improve equipment and process, e.g. redesign and
modification suggestions for equipment

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May 2009

PHYSICAL DEMAND CATEGORY

Sedentary Work
Lifting 10lbs maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers and
small tools.
Light Duty
Lifting 20lbs maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10lbs
Medium Work
Lifting 50lbs maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25lbs
Heavy Work
Lifting 100lbs maximum with frequent lifting and/or carryon of objects weighing up to 50lbs
Very Heavy Work
Lifting objects in excess of 100lbs with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 50lb +

SPECIFIC ACTIONS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

AVERAGE DAY THIS POSITION WILL SPEND:

EXPOSED TO:

Stand/Walk

None

Occasional

1-4 Hrs

4-6 Hrs

9+ Hrs

Sitting

None

Occasional

1-4 Hrs

4-6 Hrs

9+ Hrs

Chemicals

Driving
Operating
Computers

None

Occasional

1-4 Hrs

4-6 Hrs

9+ Hrs

Cold

None

Occasional

1-4 Hrs

4-6 Hrs

9+ Hrs

Dampness

HOURS WORKED PER

DAY:
4-6 Hrs

6-8 Hrs

YES

NO

Fumes/Gases
8-12 Hrs

12+ Hrs

Heat/Humidity

REPETITIVE MOTIONS

Heights

Simple Grasping

Pushing & Pulling

Fine Manipulation

Finger Dexterity

Foot Movement

Noise
Radiation

THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING:

Freq

Occas

None

Freq

Extensive
Travel

Extended
absences from
home

Bending

Twisting

Squatting

Reaching

Climbing

Keyboarding/
Typing

Meet
Deadlines

Work under
pressure

Carrying

Professional
Image

Occas

None