Drilling & Workover Performance Team Lead

• Lead and develop the Performance Unit, setting clear key performance indicators (KPIs) and targets to improve drilling and workover efficiency and reduce costs.

• Drive performance improvement initiatives by conducting post-well and offset well analyses to identify gaps and define corrective actions that support better decision-making.

• Evaluate contractor and supplier performance, using data-driven insights to define improvement actions and ensure alignment with contractual and operational expectations.

• Shape planning and execution by defining cost benchmarks and performance targets during well planning, ensuring alignment with technical and business goals.

• Collaborate across Upstream functions, using advanced data analysis tools to deliver insights, support strategic decisions, and continuously improve operational performance.

Educational Background: You have a University or College degree preferably in Petroleum Eningeering or other business-related discipline.

Professional Experience: Confident and proven practical knowledge, minimum 5 years of relevant experience in drilling and workover related positions within the Upstream industry.

Skills & Mindset:

• Advanced English proficiency, written and verbal.

• Lead teams and communicate confidently with stakeholders, customers, and field personnel.

• Analyze and interpret drilling/workover data to drive actionable insights.

• Apply technical expertise and problem-solving to improve performance.

• Use technical software effectively and turn complex data into clear recommendations.

Compensation & Benefits:

•  Annual gross cafeteria allowance of 800,000 HUF.

• Private Medicare health insurance.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Annual bonus equivalent to one month’s salary.
• During sick leave, we provide 80% of the absence pay instead of the legally required 70%.
• Unlimited mobile phone subscription for personal use.

Growth & Development:

• Access to top-tier training programs, including strategic, technical, and leadership skills.
• Clear horizontal and vertical career advancement opportunities across MOL Group.

Wellbeing & Culture:

• Extra holidays for families & single parents or women undergoing assisted reproduction procedures (in‑vitro or insemination).
• Baby starter package when the family grows.
• Wellbeing programs supporting mental health, healthy nutrition, sports, and work–life balance.
• Employee exclusive partner discounts.
• Access to private kindergarten for employees’ children.
• Back‑to‑school support for colleagues with young school‑age children.
• Pre-retirement program & loyalty bonus.

Location: Budapest, MOL Campus, XI. district

Contract type: Full-time, Indefinite

About the company:

MOL Group is an integrated, international oil and gas company, headquartered in Budapest, Hungary. It is active in over 30 countries with a dynamic international workforce of 25,000 people and a track record of more than 80 years in the industry.

Why is it a great opportunity?

Ready to lead performance transformation in drilling and workover operations across the region?

In this Team Lead role, you drive cost optimization and efficiency by setting KPIs, leading analyses, and shaping decisions that have direct business impact. You’ll operate within a stable, industry-leading company, influencing both strategy and execution while working closely with senior stakeholders. At MOL, you join a high-caliber professional community where your expertise is valued, your leadership makes a difference, and your continued growth is fully supported.