Tool pusher

We are looking for several experienced Tool Pushers / Drilling Foremen to participate in a deep geothermal drilling campaign in Switzerland.

Operations will be carried out on a lightweight drilling rig – Super Light Rig – equipped with an MPD (Managed Pressure Drilling) system.

The site will operate 24/7, with 12-hour shifts following a 3x3 rotation.

Technical training and project familiarization of one to two weeks are planned in Switzerland in December 2026, before the operational start scheduled for January 2027.

Your main responsibilities will notably include:

• Supervising and controlling all drilling operations in close coordination with the Drilling Supervisor.
• Guaranteeing the proper execution of operations until the well objectives are achieved.
• Planning and organizing drilling operations on the Super Light Rig with the MPD system.
• Supervising drilling teams and ensuring compliance with operational instructions transmitted by the Senior Drilling Supervisor.
• Permanently ensuring the safety of personnel, the environment, and equipment.
• Guaranteeing the application of Well Control requirements.
• Participating in the supervision of Well Killing operations in the event of a well control situation.
• Ensuring the proper completion of planned equipment maintenance.
• Ensuring the availability of equipment, parts, and consumables necessary for operations.
• Supervising, supporting, and developing the skills of the drilling teams.
• Promoting a strong HSE culture among all teams.
• Preparing drilling operation reports and equipment status reports in accordance with project procedures.
• We are looking for an experienced professional with a proven track record in onshore drilling operations.

Required experience:

• Minimum 12 years of experience in onshore Oil & Gas drilling operations or deep geothermal.
• Career path demonstrating previous experience as an Assistant Driller and then Driller before progressing to Tool Pusher roles.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in continental Europe.
• Solid experience in supervising teams and drilling operations.
• Good knowledge of Well Control operations and contingency situations.
• Experience in planning and coordinating activities on the rig.
• Expected skills:
• Proven leadership and ability to supervise drilling teams.
• Excellent communication skills in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.
• Strong skills in risk management and contingency situation management.
• Good mastery of operational planning and equipment monitoring.
• High sensitivity to HSE, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with the Drilling Supervisor, field teams, and contractors.
• Advanced professional English is essential.
• Required / expected certifications:
• IWCF Level 4
• OPITO H2S
• MIST or BOSIET
• Valid OEUK medical certificate
• Experience with operations carried out with an MPD – Managed Pressure Drilling system will be a real advantage.
• Project: Deep geothermal drilling
• Location: Canton of Vaud, Switzerland
• Technical training: 1 to 2 weeks in Switzerland in December 2026
• Operational start: January 2027
• Initial duration: 4 to 6 months, with the possibility of extension depending on project needs
• Organization: 3x3 rotation
• Working time: 12-hour shifts – 24/7 operations

Do you have solid experience as a Tool Pusher and wish to join a deep geothermal drilling campaign in Switzerland?

Join the IOTA teams and send us your application.

For more than 40 years, IOTA Group has been supporting its clients in providing specialized technical skills for complex international projects, particularly in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

As part of an important deep geothermal drilling project in the canton of Vaud in Switzerland, IOTA is looking for several experienced drilling professionals to strengthen the teams mobilized for this campaign.