Field Operator II / SWD Operator
Duration: Long-term assignment (initially 1 year with possibility of extension / go direct)
Location: Midland, TX
Rotation: 8/6
Position Overview
This opportunity is suited to a technically capable operations professional with previous field technician experience and a strong focus on safe, reliable and efficient production operations. This position supports the day-to-day operation of wells and equipment, helping to maintain operational continuity and respond effectively to changing field conditions. The Field Operator will play an important part in monitoring performance, supporting maintenance activity and contributing to safe site operations. This position offers the chance to work in a hands-on field environment where clear communication, sound operational judgement and strong safety awareness are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate wells and equipment in line with operating and safety procedures to support daily operational plans.
- Monitor wells and equipment continuously to identify corrective actions and optimisation opportunities.
- Coordinate, control and monitor maintenance work in line with corrective, predictive and preventive planning.
- Support basic maintenance activities as an Equipment Care Technician using practical maintenance skills.
- Maintain accurate shift handovers and provide clear operational updates to support continuity.
- Record relevant operational events, abnormal situations and deviations in the log book.
- Take product samples for laboratory analysis and carry out field laboratory testing.
- Report incidents promptly and support emergency response activities when required.
- Communicate well performance issues, production rates and equipment condition clearly to the wider team.
- Ensure wellhead and surface equipment are maintained and prepared ahead of intervention activities, and provide support during wellwork operations as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
- Completed secondary education.
- Oil & Gas experience required.
- Salt Water Disposal experience required.
- Previous experience working as a Field Technician.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of pipeline operations.
- Strong knowledge of safety and operations management tools and processes.
- Broad knowledge of emergency preparedness procedures.
- Strong knowledge of project philosophy and design specifications.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations.
- Knowledge of relevant commercial agreements.
- High standard of safety, health and environmental awareness, with the ability to promote the same standards in others.
About Airswift
Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with unique hiring needs. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, the geographical reach and talent pool available is unmatched in the industry. If this Field Operator II opportunity is of interest, please apply now.