Wellsite Leader

Full time

Wellsite Leader

United States of America, Colorado, Denver 1 day ago

Job category

Wells

Experience level

Intermediate

Relocation available

This role is not eligible for relocation

Job type

Professionals

Travel required

Up to 50% travel should be expected with this role

Job code

RQ104738

Job Description

Position Summary

The Wellsite Leader (Training Role) is a field-based development position designed to prepare high-potential individuals—particularly military veterans with high leadership capacity—for future Wells Superintendent roles. This position works directly at the wellsite and the office, partnering closely with experienced Superintendents to learn, support, and progressively lead operations while developing strong technical, safety, and leadership capabilities.

The role is hands-on and immersive, providing structured exposure to planning, execution, contractor management, and wellsite leadership in a dynamic onshore drilling environment.

Key Responsibilities

Wellsite Operations & Execution

Support day-to-day drilling operations at the wellsite under the guidance of a Drilling Superintendent

Assist with execution of drilling programs, ensuring operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards

Monitor drilling activities, equipment performance, and contractor execution

Participate in daily operations meetings, pre-job safety meetings, and shift handovers

Safety, Compliance & Risk Management

Actively promote a strong safety culture and lead by example at the wellsite

Ensure compliance with company HSE policies, regulatory requirements, and operating procedures

Identify hazards, participate in risk assessments, and support incident reporting and investigations

Reinforce stop-work authority and safe work practices

Leadership & Contractor Management

Develop leadership presence by coordinating with drilling contractors, service providers, and company personnel

Support supervision of rig crews and third-party vendors to ensure alignment with operational plans

Practice effective communication and conflict resolution in a fast-paced field environment

Learning & Development (Training Focus)

Complete a structured training curriculum designed to build technical competency in operations, well control, logistics, and cost management

Shadow experienced Superintendents to gain exposure to decision-making, problem-solving, and operational leadership

Build foundational skills in planning, reporting, and performance tracking

Receive ongoing coaching and feedback to support progression toward an independent Superintendent role

Reporting & Documentation

Assist with daily drilling reports, cost tracking, and operational documentation

Communicate operational status, risks, and key learnings to the team

Essential Education and Experience

Military service experience (officer or senior enlisted strongly preferred) or equivalent leadership experience in high-reliability environments

Strong interest in building a career in oil and gas drilling operations

Willingness and ability to work in a field-based role on a rotational schedule

Demonstrated leadership, discipline, and accountability

Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with diverse teams

Ability to work safely in physically demanding and remote environments

Preferred

Prior experience in oil and gas operations, construction, mining, or heavy industrial environments

Exposure to field operations, logistics, or maintenance activities

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geoscience, Operations Management, or related field

How much do we pay (Base)? $140,000 - $180,000. Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

Why join us?

At bpx, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

We offer a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These can include, but not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible working schedule, paid time off policy, discretionary annual bonus program, long-term incentive program, and a generous 401(k) matching program.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations.

Discover your place with us and help our business meet the challenges of the future!

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

Our innovative Energize recognition points programme and spot awards translate exceptional performance into tangible rewards, to motivate our high performers.

Pay

bp offers competitive pay in line with industry standards, making us an employer of choice.

Discretionary bonus

We offer discretionary bonuses to reward strong company, business unit and individual performance, and recognition awards, including those related to long service to recognize commitment to the company.

Retirement & savings

We offer a range of discretionary retirement and savings plans to help provide you and your family with financial security.

Insurance benefits

To give you additional peace of mind, bp provides valuable insurance benefits in some countries. These are designed to provide financial assistance to employees and their families if employees become unwell or die in service.

Equity

Depending on your location and job level, there may be equity (stock and share) options you are eligible to join so you can be part of bp’s success.