Job Reference: 251736

Upstream

Start Date: 01/12/2026

Applications close on: 08/11/2026

Contract Type: Contract

Country: Saudi Arabia

Discipline: Well Stimulation and Fracturing

Job Contact: [email protected]

Job Description: Fracturing Equipment Operators

Position: Fracturing Equipment Operator

Number of Positions: 8

Location: Saudi Arabia

Industry: Oil & Gas / Well Services

Rotation: 8 Weeks On / 4 Weeks Off

Position Overview

A major Oil & Gas Services Company operating in Saudi Arabia is seeking 8 experienced Fracturing Equipment Operators to join its well services operations.

The successful candidates will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and monitoring hydraulic fracturing equipment during well stimulation and completion operations. Candidates must have strong field experience in hydraulic fracturing and be capable of working safely and effectively in demanding oilfield environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor hydraulic fracturing equipment in accordance with approved procedures and operational programs.
• Assist with rig-up, rig-down, pressure testing, and function testing of fracturing equipment.
• Operate high-pressure pumping equipment, treating iron, manifolds, valves, blender systems, hydration units, chemical systems, and associated equipment as required.
• Monitor equipment pressures, rates, volumes, temperatures, and other operational parameters during fracturing treatments.
• Carry out equipment inspections and routine maintenance to ensure equipment remains safe and operational.
• Identify equipment abnormalities, faults, leaks, or unsafe conditions and report them immediately.
• Follow fracturing programs, job procedures, operating instructions, and client requirements.
• Assist with pre-job and post-job equipment checks and documentation.
• Maintain accurate operational records, equipment logs, pressure charts, and job documentation.
• Work closely with Engineers, Supervisors, Wellsite Personnel, and other members of the fracturing crew.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, risk assessments, and pre-job planning.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with company HSE policies and Saudi Arabian regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe worksite.
• Participate in emergency response activities and comply with site emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties related to fracturing operations as directed by the Fracturing Supervisor.

Required Experience

• Proven experience working as a Fracturing Equipment Operator / Frac Operator within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Previous experience with hydraulic fracturing operations is essential.
• Experience operating high-pressure pumping and associated fracturing equipment.
• Good understanding of fracturing equipment, pressure control systems, treating iron, manifolds, valves, and pumping systems.
• Experience working on wellsite operations in challenging environments.
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, operating procedures, job programs, and safety documentation.
• Strong commitment to HSE and safe working practices.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural, international field crew.
• Physically fit and able to work extended shifts in demanding field conditions.

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