Well-digger
Well-diggers operate drilling machinery and equipment to create and maintain wells for use in extracting ore and other liquids and gases. They record operations, maintain equipment, seal unused wells and prevent ground contamination.
Key metrics
Salary range:
(entry-level to experienced)
EntryExperienced
BD450
BD1,950
Minimum academic attainment:
Secondary education
All labor market data as of Q4 2025. All education-related data as of academic year 2023/2024
"Entry Level" is the typical starting salary for individuals entering the labor market for the first time.
"Experienced" refers to the salary that professionals in this job may earn after building experience and advancing their skills.
Essential Skills & Knowledge
Essential Skills
- dig wells
- inspect water wells
- keep task records
- liaise with managers
- repair wells
- report well results
- select well equipment
- suggest well maintenance
- work ergonomically
- write work-related reports
Essential Knowledge
- well testing operations
The “Essential Skills and Knowledge” content is derived from the European Skills, Competences, Qualifications and Occupations (ESCO) framework for more information refer to ESCO's website.
Top sectors hiring Bahrainis for this job
- Mining and Quarrying
- Transportation and Storage
- Construction
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