Derrickman and/or Assistant Driller

Jarðboranir hf. · Iceland

EURES Posted Apr 27, 2026 First seen May 18, 2026
Iceland Drilling Company (IDC) is an international leader in geothermal drilling, committed to providing safe and efficient drilling solutions with a focus on sustainability. We take pride in operating advanced, automatic drilling rigs that create a safe and positive working environment for our highly motivated crew members.

Key Responsibilities:
• Responsibility for correct mud tank settings, mixing mud and mud additives, measurement of specific gravity and viscosity of mud, monitior and cleaning mud pumps and pits.
• Trip in – lubricating threads and assisting with drill string assembly and removal of drill string.
• Receipt, measurement and cleaning of casings, assisting with casing assembly.
• Installation and arrangement of BOP‘s.
• Assisting with cementing.
• Reception and clearing up of drilling equipment (drill bits, stabilizers, jars, mud motors, MWD‘s etc).
• Substitute for driller/assistant driller as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements:
• Experience within geothermal drilling is preferred. Experience with Drillmec or Bentec rigs strongly preferred. Experince as Derrickman. 2 years minimum Assistant Driller experience highly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong problem-solving and initiative, fluency in English. Good experince operating powertools.
• Valid driver's license. Icelandic forklift license (preferred). IWCF license, level 1-2 preferred. Forklift license for 10 tons + preferred.
• Proactive approach to hazard identification and control. Ability to work effectively in remote and demanding environments. Ability to work under pressure and in challenging environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions.
• Safety-conscious with a commitment to maintaining high safety standard.

Employer can assist with housing.

Full time job – shift work; work arrangements vary depending on the project.
Wages according to collective agreements with Framsýn workers union.

Please apply by filling in an online application here: https://form.vinnumalastofnun.is/eures and put "260427-04" in the field for employer.
Last application date is May 25th, 2026.