Field Specialist IV - LWD/DD

Vetco Gray Pte. Ltd.

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AU-WA-JANDAKOT-631 KAREL AVENUE Until 10/3/2026 10+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted August 4, 2026 Last posted August 4, 2026
Job description
Field Specialist IV - Logging While Drilling & Directional Driller
 

Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving the oil and gas sector across more than 120 countries.


Fuel your passion

The Field Specialist IV - Logging While Drilling & Directional Driller would be responsible for

As a Field Specialist IV - Logging While Drilling & Directional Driller, you will be responsible for:

  • Operate and maintain LWD/MWD tools and sensors.

  • Monitor and interpret real-time data (e.g., inclination, azimuth, tool face).

  • Ensure accurate depth tracking and well bore positioning.

  • Troubleshoot MWD equipment and communication systems.

  • Provide real - time logging support to geologists and reservoir engineers.

  • Plan and execute directional drilling operations.

  • Monitor well path and adjust tool face orientation as needed.

  • Collaborate with MWD/LWD engineers for real-time data.

  • Optimize drilling parameters to reduce non-productive time.

  • Ensure compliance with drilling programs and safety standards.

To be successful in this role you will:

  • Deep knowledge of well bore trajectory planning.

  • Experience with rotary steerable systems (RSS) and downhole motors.

  • Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills under pressure

  • Strong understanding of telemetry systems.

  • Knowledge of drilling mechanics and well bore navigation.

  • Proficiency in data acquisition software.

  • 10+ years of Industry Experience

Work in a way that works for you
 

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:
 

One of our core values as a business is collaboration and, as such, whilst flexible work options are available, we believe there is a great benefit of having our teams co-located in one of our many office in the Australia


Working with us
 

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
 

Working for you
 

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:
 

  • Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities

  • Comprehensive private medical care options

  • Safety net of life insurance and disability programs

  • Tailored financial programs

  • Additional elected or voluntary benefits

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: FIELD SPEC IV - LWD/DD
About this role

Summary

Operate and maintain LWD/MWD tools, monitor data, plan directional drilling, troubleshoot equipment.

Job title

Field Specialist IV - LWD/DD

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

energy

Location requirements

On-site in Jandakot, Australia, with flexible work options allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

operate LWD/MWD toolsmonitor real-time datatroubleshoot MWD equipmentwell bore trajectory planningtelemetry systems

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

logging while drillingdirectional drillingwell bore trajectorytelemetry systemsdownhole motors
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Jandakot WA 6164, Australia

On-site City