Roustabout
Company: ADES Global
Role summary
Roustabout is a full-time role at ADES Global in Kuwait City, Capital Governorate, Kuwait (on-site). Posted 2026-11-01. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Roustabout
- Company
- ADES Global
- Location
- Kuwait City, Capital Governorate, Kuwait
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Hospitality
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-11-01
If you’re looking for a hands-on career in the energy sector where you can get started without a degree, this is a solid opportunity to get your foot in the door. You’ll be working outdoors as part of a field crew, keeping equipment in top shape and ensuring the worksite stays safe and efficient.
Job description
Job Summary:
Carry out general activities related to lifting, rigging & slinging of all loads lifted and moved by cranes and other lifting equipment, housekeeping, chipping, painting and repair of equipment in a proper & timely manner to ensure a safe & efficient operation.
Roles & Responsibilities:
General duties:
Performs general duties in such a manner which results in achieving the operating plan and objectives set forth by the Driller and STP that includes Safety, operating expectation and rig appearance and housekeeping.
Assists other rig departments such as the drilling crew on rig floor, welder, Maintenance Team, etc.
Lifting Operations:
Hook on loads for the crane and forklift operators and act as a banksman when required.
Assist crane and forklift operators in off-loading and loading all drilling materials and supplies as required.
Comply and apply safe rigging & slinging practices, from pre-lift requirements, wire inspections, correct use of taglines, proper use of hands-free tools and body placements, and the use of verbal and hand signaling methods.
Rig Move:
Carry out relevant duties and activities to prepare for rig moves as directed by the Driller.
Drilling / Work-over Operations:
Assists in operations for preparing drilling mud activities including mixing chemicals at the mixing hopper, cleaning out mud pits, etc.
Assist in completing the cleaning, preparation and handling of tubulars and drilling tools. Supply the drill floor with tubulars, drilling tools and equipment as required.
Liaise and co-operate with the Driller and Assistant Driller to ensure the safe and smooth running of operations.
Materials & Equipment:
Ensures that lifting material and equipment are properly maintained, stored, inspected, and returned to its proper storage location in a condition where its ready to be used as per directed.
Ensure thread protectors are properly installed on drill pipes, drill collars & crossovers that are being hoisted or stored.
Housekeeping:
Ensures that the work area is clean and organized, free of hazards prior to & upon completing the work tasks, or repairs.
Ensure that housekeeping standards in all areas are in accordance with Company requirements.
Disposes of debris as per the company hazardous material segregations policy/waste management policy taking into consideration the environmental & safety aspects.
Prepare surfaces for painting and apply paint as directed.
Secure the current work area or operation before evacuating during emergency situations or drill.
Job Requirements:
Education & Experience:
High School or Technical Degree
Preferably 1 year of working experience preferably in similar Oil and Gas industries.
Minimum age 20 years up to 27 years old.
Skills/Competencies Required:
Elementary level of English language.
Basic Mathematical skills “adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying”.
Situation Awareness / self-motivation, Teamwork, Time management / Managing work.
Physical Requirements:
Frequent climbing (stairs, ladders).
Frequent lifting, pulling & pushing as per Company procedure.
Ability to work under different extreme weather conditions such as: Heat, Noise, Humidity & Cold.
Ability to work in day/night shifts.
Certifications:
As per ADES Training Matrix.
Our Company
Delivering world-class drilling services
Headquartered in Al Khobar of Saudi Arabia, ADES owns and operates an elite portfolio of offshore and onshore rigs across the Middle East and Asia. We pride ourselves on providing safe, client-centric services through our world-class operational excellence programs and highly trained workforce. Our resilient business model and efficient cost structure have very well served our growth journey from humble beginnings as a single-string operation two decades ago, to the current industry-leading position as the world’s largest offshore drilling service provider.
Our Culture
Committed to taking care of our people
We take care of our people, and in turn, our people take care of our valuable clients. At ADES, you are not a number in a list; you are the one who makes a difference each and every day.
Why ADES?
Together towards tomorrow
At ADES, we provide industry-leading service to our customers and a people-first approach to our team members. Together, we can help drive a successful tomorrow in all that we do.