Highside Energy Services

Training & Competency

Better decisions
start with preparation.

Practical directional driller development, scenario-based practice and structured technical evaluation. Use each independently or combine them around a personnel development objective.

01 / Train

Develop field judgment.

Directional driller training, new DD development and technical refreshers grounded in operational decision making.

  • Directional, well planning and survey fundamentals
  • Toolface, slide execution and steering strategy
  • BHA, motor and drilling parameter fundamentals
  • Wellbore placement and curve/lateral strategy
  • Troubleshooting, reporting and client communication
  • DD/MWD coordination and performance awareness

02 / Practice

Work through the scenario.

Explore slide execution and toolface decisions in the Highside Directional Drilling Slide Simulator, available as a public practice beta.

  • Interactive control and parameter exercises
  • Scenario-based decision making
  • Reset, repeat and review a practice run
  • Potential instructor-led exercises
Explore the slide simulator ↗

03 / Assess

Identify development needs.

A distinct service for client-specific competency testing and technical skills evaluation.

  • Pre-hire and existing-personnel assessments
  • Knowledge and scenario-based assessments
  • Technical and decision-making skills evaluation
  • Individual development gaps and training needs
  • Competency benchmarking and post-training evaluation
  • Customized client competency programs

Technical assessments do not constitute regulatory licensing or third-party accredited certification.

Built around the people

Relevant to the role.
Grounded in the field.

For directional drilling and oilfield service companies, personnel and supervisors.

Discuss new-hire development, refresher needs or a client-specific assessment with Highside. Agree the audience, objectives and evaluation scope before selecting exercises or instruction.

Define the right scope.

Tell us about your training or assessment needs, the operational challenge and the support you need.

Discuss your requirements