Well Control Specialist (II - III - IV) - Boots & Coots

About Boots & Coots

Boots & Coots, a Halliburton service line, is globally recognized for expertise in well control, pressure control, and well intervention services. The team provides emergency response for blowouts, fires, and well control incidents, as well as proactive risk mitigation through training, assurance programs, and contingency planning. With decades of experience, Boots & Coots helps operators protect people, assets, and the environment. 

About the Role

The Well Control Specialist – Emergency Response provides on-site technical leadership and operational support during critical well control events, including blowouts, fires, and complex drilling emergencies. Working under direct supervision at Level II and progressing to greater autonomy at higher levels, this role supports rapid-response deployment teams in stabilizing high-risk well conditions while ensuring strict adherence to safety, regulatory, and operational standards.

This position requires the ability to operate effectively in hazardous, high-pressure, high-temperature environments, including exposure to fire, gas releases, heavy equipment, loud noise, and dynamic emergency conditions. The role demands physical resilience, strong situational awareness, and strict adherence to HSE protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site consulting and technical execution support during well control events, including blowout containment, well-kill operations, fire suppression, and emergency response procedures.
• Assist in planning and executing complex well intervention strategies under extreme operating conditions.
• Monitor and coordinate well-site activities to ensure compliance with company procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Advise customers and government representatives on response strategies and technical considerations.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot specialized well control and firefighting equipment.
• Assess dynamic well conditions and recommend corrective technical actions.
• Participate in pre-job planning, risk assessments, and post-event reporting.
• Maintain professional relationships with regulators, inspectors, customers, and internal teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, lessons learned documentation, and equipment readiness programs.
• Travel globally and mobilize on short notice as required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Geoscience, Geology, or related discipline preferred, or equivalent combination of education and field experience.
• Minimum 7+ years of well site operations experience, including drilling, intervention, or well control exposure.
• Experience working in hazardous, high-pressure/high-temperature environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to operate specialized intervention equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving ability under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interface with customers, regulators, and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel extensively, including international assignments.

Candidates with qualifications exceeding the minimum job requirements will be considered for higher-level positions based on their experience, additional job requirements, and current business needs. Depending on their education, experience, and skill level, candidates may be eligible for a range of job opportunities, including positions ranging from Well Control Specialist II, Well Control Specialist III to Well Control Specialist IV.

World Class Benefits

At Halliburton, we’re committed to supporting you and your family with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package that covers your physical, emotional, financial, and parental needs — now and in the future. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a wide range of programs designed to help you thrive at work and at home.

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Core Competencies

Well Control Expertise | Emergency Response Operations | Blowout Containment | Firefighting & Well Kill Procedures | High-Risk Environment Execution | Mechanical Aptitude | Regulatory & Stakeholder Coordination | Safety Leadership | Rapid Decision-Making | Global Deployment Readiness