Top Drive Systems Manager

Role Description

• This role oversees the installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of top drive systems used on drilling rigs, ensuring equipment performance, reliability, and safety.
• Day-to-day responsibilities include coordinating schedules for field service work, monitoring equipment status, and managing documentation for inspections, repairs, and upgrades.
• The manager collaborates with rig crews, trucking and logistics teams, and customers to plan equipment moves, deliveries, and on-site support.
• The role also involves training team members on safe handling of top drive systems, reviewing service reports, and implementing improvements to processes and customer service.
• Company has a modern shop and offices for this work and a portable dyno for running out refurbs
• There could be possibilities of power catwalk work and iron roughneck overhauls to keep the shop busy

Qualifications

• Strong Communication and Customer Service skills for working with rig personnel, vendors, and internal teams.
• Experience with drilling rig equipment, particularly top drive systems, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety standards, adherence to industry regulations, and use of proper PPE and procedures.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, service documentation, and equipment specifications.
• Willingness and ability to mentor field service technicians and be able to field service calls / troubleshoot
• Proven leadership, team coordination, and scheduling skills in a field operations or mechanical services environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certificate or degree in mechanical, industrial, or petroleum-related field is beneficial.
• There will be a background check and a motor vehicle check as position comes with a company vehicle