Slickline Operations

Slickline Project Manager:
Department: Slickline Operations

Reports To: Country Manager

Location: Kuwait

Supervises: Operation Manager, Slickline Supervisors, Field Engineers, Field

Technicians, and Support Staff

1. Position Summary

 The Slickline Project Manager is responsible for the planning, execution,

management, and performance of all slickline projects and contracts.

 This includes ensuring operational excellence, HSE compliance, cost control,

manpower management, and client satisfaction.

 The role combines technical expertise, project management, and commercial

accountability to deliver safe, efficient, and profitable operations.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Project Planning & Execution

 Lead all phases of slickline project execution — from mobilization and operations

to demobilization and close‐out.

 Prepare and review project execution plans, risk assessments, and HSE plans

before commencement.

 Ensure all equipment, tools, and personnel are mobilized according to project

specifications and timelines.

 Monitor daily operational activities and provide technical guidance to supervisors

and field crews.

 Manage interfaces with clients, drilling contractors, and third‐party service

providers.

 Conduct regular site visits to ensure operations are performed safely, efficiently,

and in line with company standards.

B. Technical & Operational Management

 Review and approve slickline programs, well intervention procedures, and

pressure control setups.

 Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and certification of all slickline units and

pressure control equipment.

 Support the introduction of new technology, tools, and procedures to enhance

performance.

 Validate and approve job reports, tool strings, fishing operations, and well records.

 Troubleshoot complex downhole operational problems in coordination with field

engineers.

 Maintain full technical compliance with API, ISO, and client specifications.

C. HSE & Quality Assurance

 Ensure all operations comply with company HSE management system, ISO 45001

/ 14001, and client safety standards.

 Promote a strong HSE culture and lead by example.

 Review Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Toolbox Talks (TBTs), and incident reports.

 Participate in incident investigations and management reviews.

 Monitor KPI trends (e.g., TRIR, near‐miss frequency, audit findings) and implement

improvement actions.

 Verify all personnel have valid H₂S, first aid, and safety training prior to site

deployment.

D. Contract & Financial Management

 Oversee all commercial and financial aspects of the slickline project.

 Monitor and control project budgets, OPEX, and profitability.

 Approve timesheets, job tickets, POs, and invoices.

 Track equipment utilization, manpower productivity, and revenue performance.

 Prepare and present monthly project performance reports to management and

clients.

 Support business development and tendering teams in preparing technical and

commercial proposals.

E. Client Relations & Communication

 Act as the primary point of contact for the client on all project‐related matters.

 Attend client coordination and performance review meetings.

 Ensure client feedback and satisfaction KPIs are tracked and addressed.

 Develop and maintain strong relationships with key client representatives

(Operations, HSE, Procurement, QA/QC).

 Address client non‐conformities and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

F. Manpower & Competency Management

 Supervise, train, and evaluate field personnel to maintain competency standards.

 Develop and implement training and competency matrices for slickline crews.

 Support recruitment and succession planning of qualified slickline personnel.

 Ensure crew rotations are planned to optimize efficiency and cost.

 Promote a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.

3. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

 Zero LTI / Recordable Incidents.

 Operational uptime: ≥ 98%.

 Job success ratio: ≥ 95%.

 Client satisfaction score: ≥ 90%.

 Project gross margin: within target or above.

 Audit close‐out compliance: ≥ 95%.

 Crew competency compliance: ≥ 95%.

4. Qualifications & Experience

**Education**:
 Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or

equivalent.

**Experience**:
 Minimum 10-15 years of experience in slickline/well intervention operations.

 At least 5 years in a supervisory or project management role.

Certifications:
 IWCF Level 2 or 3 - Well Intervention Pressure Control.

 H₂S & BA, First Aid, Firefighting, and Defensive Driving.

 NEBOSH / IOSH Managing Safely (preferred).

 PMP certification (advantageous).

5. Skills & Competencies

 Strong technical knowledge of slickline tools, fishing, well intervention techniques,

and pressure control systems.

 Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

 Solid understanding of HSE systems and quality assurance processes