EDM Open wells
Abdulaziz Salim Awadh Al Shanfari
Well Service Engineer
Muscat
Summary
A highly motivated and enthusiastic engineer with substantial experience successfully managing a number of challenging projects and initiatives within the oil and gas industry. Adept at planning and organization with ability to co-ordinate demanding operations within strict time and budget limitations, using technical and industry expertise to deliver safe, efficient and effective solutions in line with strategic and operational objectives. Strong relationship management and communication skills, leading by example and championing best practice standards at all times. Proactive in seeking opportunities for continuous professional and personal development in order to consistently not only meet but exceed expectations
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Well Engineering Well Control Instructor
Petroleum Development Oman, PDO
2023.10 - Current
- Evaluated Professional employee assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Contributed to the training center initiatives aimed at improving overall academic achievement and promoting a positive training culture.
- Enhanced classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
- Participate with well control and well integrity committees to developed counter measures and enhancing the human factor from previous incidents .
Senior Contract Holder
Petroleum Development Oman P.D.O
2020.02 - 2023.09
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Pre-Award activities: Preparing tender documents and bidder list, strategy, Cost model , HSE and technical evaluation, Award letters
- Post Award Activities: Financial release , managing HSE in contract, claims, variation to contract, business performance review , monitoring the project KPI and contract close outs
Frac Operation Engineer
Petroleum Development Oman P.D.O
2017.10 - 2020.02
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Prepare frac programs and proposals with Asset team
Conduct Frac well on paper FWOP and after action review AAR for each well - Preparing and designing all Frac operations incorporating budgeting, risk assessment and resource considerations
- Investigate all Incidents and comply 100% with actions on site and cascade learning’s.
Well Testing Operation Engineer
Petroleum Development Oman P.D.O
2015.10 - 2017.10
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Preparing and designing all well testing operations incorporating budgeting, risk assessment and resource considerations
- Ensuring all documentation is prepared, maintained and disseminated appropriately, recording Management of Change (MOC) reports and post implementation reviews as needed
- Continuously reviewing data, quality and progress against plans and
performance metrics to promptly identify and address any issues, escalating as needed through reporting and monthly conferencing with senior management
Frac Field Supervisor
Petroleum Development Oman P.D.O
2014.06 - 2015.10
- Implementing progressive new LEAN frogging system to significantly
reduce standby time while increasing efficiency and productivity - Delivering fracturing projects with total values in excess of $5m to a
consistently high standard on time and on budget including the first
broadband frac trail in Oman - Collaborating effectively with internal and external specialists and
contractors to ensure appropriate planning and oversight throughout all aspects of the project - Managing equipment purchase and maintenance processes
- Supervising Frac operation in PDO gas fields
Frac Site Engineer
Schlumberger Woldwide limited.
2013.06 - 2014.06
- Providing engineering expertise to Completion and Well Intervention
Fracture Stimulation Team with Sand Management System (SMS) and frac units
Identifying, assessing and reporting any health and safety risks and hazards in line with legal, regulatory and best practice requirements - Supervising high pressure frac operations using CO2 fracturing techniques
- Testing fluids and providing accurate reporting on quality standards
- Supervising Frac equipment and triplex pump Maintenance
- Supervising Acid fracturing jobs
Well Services(completion & Intervention) Field Sup
Petroleum Development Oman P.D.O
2011.12 - 2013.06
- Engaging effectively with third party companies and contractors as site representative and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) supervisor
- Coordinating contractor resource and activities, providing oversight of all activities to assure high standards at all times through monthly HSE team meetings, inspections and audits
- Assisting with surface and subsurface integrity testing using Non-Corrosive Pumping (NCP) as well as High Pressure High Temperature (HPHT) well maintenance and supervision
- Executing technical duties relating to Coil tubing unit (CTU), slick line, E-line, fishing, pumping and well production tree maintenance
Well Site Well Engineer (Rig and Hoists)
Petroleum Development Oman P.D.O
2010.08 - 2011.12
- Supervising installation of Electrical submersible pumps resulting in
substantial oil production increase of 10% - Overseeing contractors in line with service level agreements to ensure smooth and safe delivery of operations in line with best practice internal and industry policy and process
- Engaging with colleagues across different departments and specialisms to co-ordinate activities, budgets and timelines
- Executing all drilling operations to meet design requirements
supervise, check the cement recipe and mixing process - Assistant Drilling supervisor in Nimr field Oil rigs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
The Sultan Qaboos University (SQU)
Muscat, Oman 2005.09 - 2010.06
Skills
Lean Practitioner
Continues Improvements
Lean Manager (Kata Methods)
HSE managment
Contracting managment
Accomplishments
- 2017-09 SPE-188223 Co-auther in SPE Paper for Evaluating Performance of Foam-Assisted Lift in Sultanate of Oman by Dedicated Field Testing
Publications:
Software
SAP software
Microsoft Office
Certification
Sell Drilling Round I certification.
Timeline
Certified Assess the Assessor
2024-01
Certified Train the trainer
2023-11
Senior Well Engineering Well Control Instructor
Petroleum Development Oman, PDO
2023.10 - Current
Certified Well control instructor
2023-10
Certified Lean Manager
2023-02
Senior Contract Holder
Petroleum Development Oman P.D.O
2020.02 - 2023.09
Certified Lean Practitioner
2018-03
Frac Operation Engineer
Petroleum Development Oman P.D.O
2017.10 - 2020.02
Well Testing Operation Engineer
Petroleum Development Oman P.D.O
2015.10 - 2017.10
Frac Field Supervisor
Petroleum Development Oman P.D.O
2014.06 - 2015.10
OS WPS 218997 Schlumberger Operational School (Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA)
2014-04
Frac Site Engineer
Schlumberger Woldwide limited.
2013.06 - 2014.06
Well Engineering Round II completions and well interventions (equivalent to master degree)
2012-10
Well Services(completion & Intervention) Field Sup
Petroleum Development Oman P.D.O
2011.12 - 2013.06
Sell Drilling Round I certification.
2011-03
Well Site Well Engineer (Rig and Hoists)
Petroleum Development Oman P.D.O
2010.08 - 2011.12
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
The Sultan Qaboos University (SQU)
2005.09 - 2010.06
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