Derrick Operators, Oil & Gas

Code: 47-5011.00
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Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce

Role Overview & What They Do

Rig derrick equipment and operate pumps to circulate mud or fluid through drill hole.

Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)

Derrick Hand Derrick Man Derrick Operator Derrick Worker Derrickhand Derrickman Floor Hand Rig Hand Roughneck

Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks

  • Start pumps that circulate mud through drill pipes and boreholes to cool drill bits and flush out drill cuttings.
  • Control the viscosity and weight of the drilling fluid.
  • Listen to mud pumps and check regularly for vibration and other problems to ensure that rig pumps and drilling mud systems are working properly.

Technology, Tools & Software Stack

Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Word processing software
Microsoft Word

Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Basic Skills
thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Engineering and Technology
mechanical
Math and Science
arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Arts and Humanities
English language
Education and Training
teaching and course design
Hand and Finger Use
hold or move items with your hands keep your arm or hand steady
Controlled Movement
use your arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, or lying down quickly change the controls of a machine, car, truck or boat
Endurance
exercise for a long time without getting out of breath
Hearing and Speech
pay attention to one sound while there are other distracting sounds

Personality & Work Styles

Top Interest: Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

Key Work Styles:
Cautiousness Attention to Detail Dependability Stress Tolerance Perseverance Integrity

Frequently Asked Questions About Derrick Operators, Oil & Gas

Salaries for a Derrick Operators, Oil & Gas vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.

Most employers hiring for a Derrick Operators, Oil & Gas in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.

Essential skills and tooling for a Derrick Operators, Oil & Gas include: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.

The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Derrick Operators, Oil & Gas professionals across diverse sectors.

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Derrick Operator - 22 October 2026 x 3 weeks
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