Roustabout – General Labor for Lifting & Rig Operations

About the role

The Roustabout supports daily rig operations by handling lifting, rigging, housekeeping and equipment maintenance tasks. You will work closely with the drilling crew, maintenance team and crane operators to ensure safe and efficient operations on the rig.

Key responsibilities

• Hook and unhook loads for crane and forklift operators, acting as a banksman when required.
• Assist with rig moves, preparing equipment and materials as directed by the Driller.
• Support drilling and work‑over activities, including mud mixing, cleaning mud pits and handling tubulars.
• Maintain lifting equipment, inspect and store it properly, and ensure thread protectors are fitted on drill pipes.
• Perform housekeeping duties, keep work areas clean, dispose of waste according to hazardous material policies, and prepare surfaces for painting.
• Provide general support to other rig departments such as welding and maintenance.

Required profile

• High school diploma or technical degree; preferably at least 1 year of experience in oil & gas or similar industrial environment.
• Age between 20 and 27 years.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions and on day/night shifts.
• Physical capability for frequent climbing, lifting, pulling and pushing as per company procedures.

Required skills

• Basic rigging and slinging techniques, including use of taglines and hand‑signal communication.
• Elementary level of English and basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).