About the Role:
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Manager - Cementing Lab to oversee and manage all laboratory activities supporting cementing operations. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cement job design, testing, and analysis, combined with a strong strategic mindset and leadership abilities to optimize lab and field operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cement Job Simulations: Design and run simulations, including pre- and post-job analysis for high-profile cementing designs.
• Cement Slurry Testing: Conduct testing to evaluate viscosity, fluid loss, compressive strength, and other critical properties.
• Technical Support: Provide detailed technical analyses, recalculated formulas, and comprehensive reports to support engineering and sales teams.
• Operational Review: Analyze cementing job execution, report issues, and contribute to planning safe and efficient processes.
• Troubleshooting & Optimization: Identify issues, perform troubleshooting, and implement process improvements to enhance lab and field operations.
• Laboratory Oversight: Supervise all lab activities related to cementing, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies.
• Job Design Programs: Develop and implement design programs for primary and remedial cementing jobs, soil stabilization projects, and related services.
• Sample Testing: Coordinate lab testing of materials such as formula mixes and chemicals to ensure quality control in job designs.
• Equipment Maintenance: Schedule calibration, conduct preventive maintenance, and ensure proper operation of laboratory equipment.
• Procedural Updates: Review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) to align with client and operational requirements.
• Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients to integrate specific requirements into job designs and procedures.
• Technical Reporting: Present technical case studies, simulation analyses, and reports to clients and internal teams.
• On-Call Support: Provide real-time programming support and assist with troubleshooting during operations.
• Sales Support: Collaborate with sales representatives by offering technical expertise and developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for key clients.
• Team Management: Manage, coach, and develop a high-performing team of lab professionals.

Experience and Qualification:

• 12-15 years of progressively responsible experience in cementing operations, job design, or related roles.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
• In-depth knowledge of cement slurry testing and analysis.
• Expertise in cement job simulations and troubleshooting.
• Strong technical reporting and client collaboration skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven leadership in managing and developing teams.