Real Time Data Administrator at National Oilwell Varco

, kerala, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

WITS/WITSML, OPC UA, Modbus, Real-time Data Aggregation, Data Visualization, Rig Instrumentation, Industrial Automation, Data Integration, Network Troubleshooting, Incident Management, Drilling Parameters, Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Cybersecurity for OT, Cloud Data Platforms, Analytical Troubleshooting

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

The Real Time Data Administrator (RTDA) will be responsible for monitoring, validating, managing, and supporting real-time drilling and operational data received from offshore and onshore drilling rigs. The role involves ensuring continuous data availability, maintaining data quality, troubleshooting data transmission issues, and supporting 24/7 real-time operations environments. The successful candidate will work closely with drilling engineers, rig personnel, real-time operations teams, and technical support teams to ensure reliable and uninterrupted data services across multiple drilling operations. Responsibilities: * Monitor real-time drilling and operational data streams from assigned rigs. * Ensure continuous availability and integrity of rig data feeds. * Identify and escalate data interruptions, anomalies, or communication failures. * Perform first-level troubleshooting for data transmission and visualization issues. * Validate incoming drilling data for completeness, accuracy, and consistency. * Monitor sensor/channel performance and report abnormal readings. * Maintain proper mapping and configuration of real-time data channels. * Support data cleansing and correction activities when required. * Support real-time data aggregation and visualization platforms. * Assist in maintaining rig connectivity and communication interfaces. * Coordinate with IT/network teams and third-party vendors for issue resolution. * Maintain system logs, incident records, and operational documentation. * Communicate with rig personnel and customer representatives during operational incidents. * Provide timely updates during data outages or system issues. * Participate in shift handovers and operational status reporting. * Follow company HSE, cybersecurity, and operational procedures. * Ensure compliance with customer service standards and SLA requirements. * Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency initiatives. Requirements: * Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics & Instrumentation, Information Technology or related technical discipline. * 3–5 years of experience in Knowledge of real-time drilling data systems and workflows. * Familiarity with: * WITS / WITSML protocols * OPC UA and Modbus communication protocols * Real-time data aggregation systems * Data visualization platforms * Rig instrumentation and sensors * Industrial automation and data integration environments. * Understanding of drilling parameters and rig operations. * Basic networking and troubleshooting knowledge. * Experience with ticketing and incident management systems. * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. * Ability to work in a 24/7 rotational shift environment. * Good communication and coordination abilities. * Ability to work under pressure during operational incidents. * Strong attention to detail and data accuracy. * Experience supporting major drilling operations or upstream oil & gas projects. * Exposure to cybersecurity practices in operational technology environments. * Knowledge of cloud-based data platforms and analytics tools. * Familiarity with real-time drilling applications and reporting systems. Every day, the oil and gas industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success. We Power the Industry that Powers the World Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success—now and in the future. Global Family We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work. Purposeful Innovation Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better. Service Above All This drives us to anticipate our customers’ needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget.

Responsibilities

The RTDA is responsible for monitoring, validating, and managing real-time drilling data from onshore and offshore rigs to ensure continuous availability and integrity. This includes troubleshooting transmission issues and coordinating with technical teams to maintain uninterrupted data services in a 24/7 environment.