Blake Braaten
Blind Bay,Canada
Summary
Highly motivated, experienced, leadership professional. I work closely with team members to develop successful, highly efficient drilling teams that deliver above average results. I believe in a committed safety program with full participation to ensure the safest environment possible. I promote a positive workplace and have proven that development of a good working culture is the key to productivity.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oilfield Consultant
B-TWIN ENTERPRISES
Blind Bay, Canada
05.2007 - Current
- Managed drilling operations in compliance with client policies and industry regulations.
- Oversaw contractor services on site to ensure operational efficiency.
- Maintained daily drilling reports and comprehensive documentation for record-keeping.
- Led HSE initiatives to promote safety and environmental responsibility.
- Motivated and developed teams of up to 40 members, enhancing performance and cohesion.
- Strived to maintain timelines and costs within AFE parameters.
- Cultivated a culture of safety excellence while boosting team morale.
Wellsite Leader
MEG ENERGY
Christina Lake, Canada
06.2021 - 06.2025
- Executed drilling of SAGD well pairs, up to 18 well pairs on a single pad.
- Led infill program to introduce additional producer wellbores on existing SAGD oilwell pads.
- Supervised re-entry well program, setting whipstocks and milling windows to enhance production.
- Achieved company Pacesetter records for fastest wells drilled and quickest pad completion within budget without incidents.
- Consistently sought cost reduction opportunities while enhancing operational efficiency.
- Identified potential improvements to operational practices while adhering to safety standards.
- Scheduled timely delivery of materials and services essential for successful operations at wellsite.
- Conducted regular site inspections to assess hazards or risks and ensure safety compliance.
Serviceman – Prince Rupert, FCR Project
IDL Projects
Prince George, Canada
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Executed daily fueling, lubrication, and visual inspections on heavy equipment.
- Performed regular maintenance services on all project-assigned equipment.
- Documented equipment servicing through precise work orders.
- Managed inventory of fluids and filters to ensure operational readiness.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts to restore full equipment functionality.
Drilling Supervision
MEG ENERGY
Christina Lake, Canada
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Supervised winter corehole delineation program to ensure project objectives were met.
- Oversaw Core Rig operations, enhancing efficiency in cutting and retrieving wireline short core samples.
- Coordinated drilling, coring, logging, and casing operations for wells every 48 to 72 hours.
- Achieved project completion on budget and ahead of schedule through proactive leadership.
Directional Drilling Supervision
Scout Drilling Technologies
Midland, Texas
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Extended Reach Drilling (ERD) for horizontal, Wolfcamp shale oil wells
- 6500m – 7000m wells – Occidental Petroleum Permian Basin
- Operation of Powerdrive Rotary Steerable units
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Drilling Supervision
PetroChina Canada
MacKay River, Canada
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Supervision of Slant Rig operations. Wells are spudded at a 45° angle and drilled to 90°.'Fishbone' multilateral horizontals with up to 11 uptrack legs terminating at 100°
- New drills, as well as re-entry work. Setting whipstocks and milling windows to drill sidetrack wellbores to increase production.
Drilling Supervision
MEG ENERGY
Christina Lake, Canada
09.2014 - 12.2018
- Supervise drilling of SAGD Injector & producer well pairs
- Leadership of the drilling team holding the company pacesetter records for fastest wells drilled as well as fastest pad completed. These were accomplished within budgeted AFE with no injuries or incidents.
- Consistently seeking to reduce costs while maintaining quality, sourcing alternative vendors for onsite services, realizing up to 40% savings on service costs.
Directional Drilling Supervision
Pacesetter Directional
Edmonton, Canada
05.2012 - 09.2014
- Directional Drilling Supervision
- Montney Gas wells - downhole pressures up to and exceeding 50mPa, Temps. 80°C - 100°C+
- Extended Reach Drilling (ERD) for horizontal, shale gas, monobore wells
- 4000m wells – Septimus field for Crew Energy
- 5600m wells - Swan Lake field for Encana Corp
- Horizontal oil wells
- 3500m wells - Pouce Coupe South field for Enerplus Energy
Directional Drilling Supervision
Phoenix Technology Services
Calgary, Canada
03.2011 - 11.2013
- Directional Drilling Supervision
- Extended Reach Drilling (ERD) for Montney horizontal shale gas monobore wells
- 3500m - 4000m wells - Town field for Progress Energy
- 4600m – 5200m wells - Swan Lake field for Murphy Oil
- ERD for horizontal heavy oil wells
- 1000m - 1600m at Seal Lake Project for Murphy Oil
Directional Drilling Supervision
Halliburton (Sperry Drilling Services)
Nisku, Canada
05.2007 - 01.2011
- Directional Drilling Supervision
- ERD for SAGD wells:
- MEG Energy - Christina Lake Project
- Husky Oil - Tucker Lake Project
- Devon Energy - Jackfish Project
- Conoco-Phillips - Surmont Project
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Directional Driller
Halliburton (Sperry Drilling Services)
Nisku, Canada
09.2003 - 05.2007
- Performed survey entry, slide calculations, well planning, and daily reporting.
Managed inventory and conducted assembly and disassembly of BHA components.
Demonstrated proficiency in drilling directional, build-and-hold, and horizontal wells.
Gained experience across Western Canada, including Deep Basin, Foothills, and Plains regions.
Conducted operations in Heavy Oil areas, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
DRILLER
Nabors Drilling
Nisku, Canada
01.2000 - 01.2003
PETROLEUM DATA SPECIALIST
Imperial Oil Resources
Calgary, Canada
01.1995 - 01.2000
DRILLER / RIG WORKER
Phelps Drilling
Nisku, Canada
01.1986 - 01.1995
Education
Diploma - Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
NORTHERN LIGHTS COLLEGE
Dawson Creek, BC06-1991
Skills
- Drilling Operations
- Well Control
- Directional Drilling
- ERD & SAGD Drilling
- Regulatory Compliance
- Team Leadership
- HSE Management
- Project management
- Risk assessment
- Reporting & Documentation
- Permit Issuing
- Contractor Management
- Asset Management
- IT: MS Office
- IT: WellView
- IT: Multiple Directional Drilling Programs
Certification
Second Line Supervisors Well Control
H2S Alive
Safety Management and Regulatory Awareness
Level 1 First Aid with CPR
WHMIS & TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods)
Wildlife Awareness
Class 1 Drivers License
Skid Car Training
Defensive Driving
Timeline
Wellsite Leader
MEG ENERGY
06.2021 - 06.2025
Serviceman – Prince Rupert, FCR Project
IDL Projects
05.2020 - 06.2021
Drilling Supervision
MEG ENERGY
01.2020 - 04.2020
Directional Drilling Supervision
Scout Drilling Technologies
10.2019 - 01.2020
Drilling Supervision
PetroChina Canada
02.2019 - 07.2019
Drilling Supervision
MEG ENERGY
09.2014 - 12.2018
Directional Drilling Supervision
Pacesetter Directional
05.2012 - 09.2014
Directional Drilling Supervision
Phoenix Technology Services
03.2011 - 11.2013
Oilfield Consultant
B-TWIN ENTERPRISES
05.2007 - Current
Directional Drilling Supervision
Halliburton (Sperry Drilling Services)
05.2007 - 01.2011
Directional Driller
Halliburton (Sperry Drilling Services)
09.2003 - 05.2007
DRILLER
Nabors Drilling
01.2000 - 01.2003
PETROLEUM DATA SPECIALIST
Imperial Oil Resources
01.1995 - 01.2000
DRILLER / RIG WORKER
Phelps Drilling
01.1986 - 01.1995
Diploma - Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
NORTHERN LIGHTS COLLEGE
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