With a proven track record at Mels Well Drilling, I've spearheaded initiatives that significantly reduced downtime and enhanced safety protocols, demonstrating exceptional operations management and team leadership. My expertise in drilling equipment maintenance and ability to foster strong client relationships have consistently improved operational efficiency and productivity. Certified under the ministry of environment water well technician license. Class1,4. Class AZ Drivers License, Also have work in the Bush with hauling wood.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Driller-Operations Manager
Mels Well Drilling
05.2001 - Current
Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.
Supervised drill site setup, ensuring proper installation and alignment of drilling equipment for maximum operational efficiency.
Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
Increased overall productivity with efficient crew management and clear communication of drilling objectives.
Trained and supervised all site personnel.
Monitored drilling operations and machines.
Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
Driller-Water Treatment
WRC Purifying
05.1999 - 05.2001
Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.
Supervised drill site setup, ensuring proper installation and alignment of drilling equipment for maximum operational efficiency.
Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
Monitored drilling operations and machines.
Trained and supervised all site personnel.
Increased overall productivity with efficient crew management and clear communication of drilling objectives.
Driller
Fraser Water Wells 1994 LTD
05.1994 - 05.1999
Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.
Supervised drill site setup, ensuring proper installation and alignment of drilling equipment for maximum operational efficiency.
Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
Completed comprehensive reports detailing daily progress updates, issues encountered during operations, and future recommendations to improve operation effectiveness.
Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.
Managed rig sub-contractors to maintain safe and efficient operations of rig equipment.
Actively participated in pre-drill meetings, contributing valuable insights based on past experience to optimize well design parameters.
Implemented rigorous testing practices to monitor borehole integrity, minimizing the risk of wellbore collapse or failure.
Managed drilling schedules, maintaining project timelines and effectively allocating resources for optimal results.
Monitored, executed, and documented drilling operations on conventional jack-up rigs and cyber-rigs
Coordinated and managed all rig moving operations
Education
Drilling And Blasting Program
SSFC
Lindsay, ON
05-1994
Skills
Safety trained
Team leadership
Safety compliance
Operations management
Emergency procedures
Customer service
Equipment maintenance and operation
Operations monitoring
Managed pressure drilling
Planning and implementation
Drilling fluids management
Staff training
Well control
Staff management
Team supervision
Management
Drill floor safety
Operations oversight
Drilling parameter optimization
Policies and procedures implementation
Top drive operations
Performance monitoring
Employee motivation
Customer relationship management
Vehicle maintenance
Bit selection and optimization
Staff development
Backhoe operation
Maintaining compliance
Tripping operations
Client relationships
Hydraulics management
Workflow optimization
Air drilling techniques
Strategic planning
Project leadership
Bottom hole assembly design
[Type] tool maintenance
Schedule management
Drill string management
Process improvement
Performance management
CDL class A license
Health and safety compliance
Formation evaluation
Regulatory compliance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
OGWA
Interests
I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
Playing Sports
Volunteering with youth sports programs as a [role]