Mud Tester

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

Perform all duties safely and professionally in compliance with company procedures and maintain daily inspections and accurate records.
Prepare, mix, and maintain drilling fluids (mud/brine) in accordance with instructions from the Mud Engineer.
Monitor and maintain mud system parameters, including mud weight, viscosity, and pit levels, promptly reporting any changes to the Driller or Mud Engineer.
Operate, monitor, and maintain the mud system, including pits, transfer systems, and chemical mixing equipment.
Handle mud transfers between pits and ensure proper fluid circulation during drilling and tripping operations.
Maintain and operate mud-related equipment such as degasser, desander, desilter, valves, and conditioning systems.
Conduct basic testing of drilling fluids, calculate pit volumes, and maintain logs of mud properties and chemical usage.
Monitor trip tank volumes and identify discrepancies, reporting potential risks such as influx/kick indicators immediately.
Ensure proper housekeeping and cleanliness of the mud tank area and related equipment.
Support rig operations and assist drilling crew as required, including coordination with roustabouts for mud mixing activities.
Implement preventive maintenance programs for the mud system (excluding shale shakers) and ensure equipment readiness.
Carry out shift handovers effectively and report operational status, conditions, and changes to supervisors.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support safe, efficient, and continuous rig operations.

Minimum Requirements:

General education diploma with 4 years of experience.