Onshore Well Testing Operators / Senior Operators / Supervisors
Location: Onshore – Australia
Industry: Oil & Gas – Upstream (Well Services)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Employment Type: Contract / FIFO
About the Opportunity:
We are currently recruiting Onshore welltesting Operators, Senior Operators and Supervisors for upcoming and ongoing onshore campaigns in Australia , The roles involve overseeing or executing well testing and clean-up operations.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
For Senior Operators:
– Operate and monitor well testing equipment during flowback, clean-up, and production testing operations.
– Assist in rig-up and rig-down of surface test equipment including separators, tanks, flares, and flowlines.
– Ensure all equipment is maintained, tested, and operated in accordance with HSE and QA/QC standards.
– Record accurate test data and communicate findings with supervisors and client reps.
– Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings, and routine inspections.
For Supervisors:
– Lead and coordinate the well testing crew and ensure safe, efficient execution of all operations.
– Interface with client representatives, drilling supervisors, and third-party vendors offshore.
– Review and approve test procedures, job safety analyses, and operational checklists.
– Manage test data acquisition, troubleshooting, and reporting.
– Ensure compliance with Australian offshore regulatory and safety requirements.
Requirements:
– Minimum 4 years of onshore well testing experience (Senior Operators)
– Minimum 7 years of experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory role (Supervisors)
– Proven experience with onshore surface well testing, clean-ups, and flowback operations.
– Strong understanding of pressure control, flare systems, separators, and sampling procedures.
– Ability to work in a high-pressure, remote offshore environment on a rotational roster.
– Excellent communication and leadership skills (for supervisory roles).
– Full Australian Work Rights (preferred) , but may consider overseas personnel
Benefit of Working with Visuna?
- A dedicated member of the team responsible for your placements and welfare
- Some of the best day rates in the industry
- FREE worldwide insurance and Medevac cover whist on a Placement
- 24/7 access to our specialist support team
- Assistance and advice on a range of business topics
- FREE access to our Competency Scheme
- Increased exposure to potential clients and more placement opportunities