Contract - Maintenance Planner - BOP & Well Control Equipment

Job Description

Location: Houston, TX / Location to be confirmed

Schedule: Monday to Friday, Office-Based

Contract Type: Contract

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner (BOP & Well Control Equipment) to support the planning and coordination of maintenance activities for critical well control equipment between drilling operations.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in maintenance and turnaround planning, excellent scheduling skills using Primavera P6, and preferably offshore drilling experience with a solid understanding of Blowout Preventers (BOPs) and associated well control systems.

This is a high-priority contract position requiring on-site attendance five days per week.

Key Responsibilities

Develop detailed maintenance plans for well control equipment between well operations.

Create and maintain schedules using Primavera P6.

Coordinate maintenance activities, resources, materials, and execution timelines.

Support turnaround and shutdown planning activities.

Ensure maintenance plans align with operational requirements and regulatory standards.

Collaborate with offshore and onshore stakeholders to optimize equipment readiness.

Monitor schedule progress and identify potential risks or delays.

Maintain accurate planning documentation and reporting.

Required Qualifications:

Proven experience in maintenance planning within offshore drilling, oil & gas, or related industries.

Strong background in turnaround, shutdown, or maintenance planning.

Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6.

Understanding of Blowout Preventers (BOPs) and well control equipment maintenance.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous offshore drilling experience.

Experience working with drillships, semi-submersibles, or jack-up rigs.

Familiarity with CMMS and maintenance management systems.

Knowledge of drilling operations and well control systems.

Additional Information:

Contract position.

Office-based role, Monday to Friday.

Candidates should be based locally to the work location.

Competitive contract rates available based on experience.

Engagement Details:

Contract position

Based in Houston, Texas

Immediate start preferred

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV and relevant qualifications to

Please note that, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We reserve the right to contact selected candidates only.

Pay: $500.00 - $1,000.00 per day

Work Location: In person

Full-time