Job Details

Drilling Operations Supervisor

The individual is to be very knowledgeable of all aspects of the drilling industry. A driller shall be conscientious, safe, and quick thinking under extreme conditions. The position requires the supervision of several employees and the ability to run a workover or drilling rig efficiently. Will be required to have a current IADC Well Control Certification at the Drilling Operations Supervisor level.

This position is expected to support the Winter Exploration 20252026 season, with an anticipated start date of December 2025 and an end date in April 2026.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for the safety and supervision of rig crew.
• Advises, consults, and communicates with oil company representatives in regard to drilling program well bore conditions.
• Advises, consults, and communicates with the Rig Manager in regard to the condition of the rig, his crew, and any well bore or operational issues.
• Familiar with operations of the rig and subsurface tools.
• Monitors all rig and subsurface conditions and reports any issues directly to the Rig Manager.
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned by the Rig Manager.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Responsible for safety of their crew. Driller is expected to understand all Nordic Calista Policies and Procedures.
• Establishes safe work practices and gives job instructions to their crew.
• Supervises workers to ensure they are following the proper job procedures and equipment operating practices and take part in the mentorship and training of his crew.
• Stops and corrects any unsafe condition or acts immediately.
• Reports any incidents or near misses to the Rig Manager and takes an active role in any incident investigations for any incidents on their shift.
• Responsible to ensure any worker who appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol is not allowed at the worksite. The Driller shall inform the Rig Manager of anyone who they suspect to be in an altered state of mind.
• Assists Rig Manager in identifying non-conformances between Nordic operations and environmental requirements including regulatory requirements, permit requirements, and contract requirements.
• Actively participates in Nordic Calista safety training and programs and mentors their crew to do the same.
• Assists in any internal audits as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to obtain or currently hold a North Slope Training Cooperative card.
• Must have at least 5 years of rig experience with at least 2 years as a derrickman or motorman on a similar arctic drilling rig. Internal promotions are restricted to personnel with 1 year experience as a relief driller.
• Must have a current first aid card, H2S.
• Must be functionally literate, able to read, write, and perform basic math.

Working Environment:

Exposed to intense arctic temperatures for short periods. Standing for long periods on a steel floor.

Physical/Visual/Mental/Environmental Demands:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Effort:

The employee must complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical function assessment. The work requires walking, standard, bending, and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. The ability to withstand working at heights for prolonged periods of time is a requirement.

Visual Acuity:

Frequently: Distance vision (clear at 20' or more), Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus). Continuously: Close vision (clear at 20" or less), Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and special relationships).

Mental Effort:

Continuously: Thinking analytically, using effective verbal & written communication, handling stress & emotions, concentrating on tasks, remembering details, making decisions, adjusting to changes, examining/observing details.

Environmental Factors:

Frequently: High noise environment, Cold exposure for short periods of time.

Preference Statement: Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO Statement: Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits. Reasonable Accommodation: It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.