Matthew Graham
Ponoka,AB
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver with over 20 years service rig experience dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Rig Manager
DHC Well Servicing
08.2017 - Current
- Anticipated, troubleshot and resolved operational and equipment issues to minimize rig downtime.
- Supervised, directed and trained rig crew to comply with safety and operational procedures.
- Used basic management concepts and principles to delegate, motivate and discipline staff.
- Inspected and maintained rig and equipment to strive for continual improvement and meet production criteria.
- Led and promoted safety in personnel performance with goal of working incident-free.
- Addressed and resolved team members and customer concerns and disputes to build cohesive workgroup.
- Planned preventive maintenance and replaced supplies to operate and maintain rig equipment.
- Managed rig operations, production, maintenance and costs to meet business objectives.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Field Supervisor
DHC Well Servicing
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Supervised field operations teams to complete projects within established timelines.
- Monitored employee performance for compliance with regulations and policies.
- Investigated issues and developed effective solutions.
- Met with customers to resolve issues and build productive relationships.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new crews.
- Monthly rig inspections.
- Coordinate crews to maximise efficiency and experience.
Rig Manager/Consultant
Denarii Well Services LLC
07.2018 - 08.2021
- Anticipated, troubleshot and resolved operational and equipment issues to minimize rig downtime.
- Supervised, directed and trained drilling rig crew to comply with safety and operational procedures.
- Used basic management concepts and principles to delegate, motivate and discipline staff.
- Determined and coordinated optimum workover procedures based on experience and workover program.
- Inspected and maintained rig and equipment to strive for continual improvement and meet production criteria.
- Initiated and fostered productive partnerships.
- Addressed and resolved team members and customer concerns and disputes to build cohesive workgroup.
- Led and promoted safety in personnel performance with goal of working incident-free.
- Planned preventive maintenance and replaced supplies to operate and maintain rig equipment.
- Managed rig operations, production, maintenance and costs to meet business objectives.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Daily reporting of operations to oil company and Denarii president.
- Order and manage 3rd party services to complete project on behalf of the oil company.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Service Rig Operator/Night Tool Pusher
Eastern Well Energy
03.2013 - 03.2017
- Lifted, installed and removed equipment in extreme weather conditions and temperatures.
- Maintained and performed safety inspections on equipment and tools.
- Used effective verbal communication skills to instruct and direct crews during shifts, build team consensus and accomplish important project milestones.
- Operated pumps to circulate water, oil or other fluids through wells to remove sand or materials obstructing free flow of oil.
- Installed pressure-control devices onto wellheads.
- Conferred with coworkers to gather information regarding pipe or tool sizes or borehole conditions in wells.
- Inspected drilling equipment and tools to identify safety concerns.
- Provided timely operating reports on service rig and project progression.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to alleviate service rig operating issues and maintain optimal performance.
- Operated controls to raise derricks or level rigs.
- Organized continued operations for rig by creating and overseeing daily preventive maintenance program.
- Kept projects on schedule by overseeing work performance and verifying punctual arrival of crew for required shifts.
- Interpreted instrument readings to determine depth of obstruction.
Service Rig Operator
Denarii Well Servicing (DHC Well Servicing)
08.2010 - 03.2013
Service Rig Operator
Roll'n Oilfield Industries
03.2006 - 03.2010
Education
High School Diploma -
Will Sinclair High School
Rocky Mountain House, AB06.2002
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Crew Supervision
- Personnel Training
- Production Oversight
- Safety Management
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Team Leadership Abilities
- Hazard Identification and Mitigation
- Well Control Expertise
- Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
- Communication and Coordination
- Rig Equipment Maintenance
- Time Management and Scheduling
- Oilfield Production Knowledge
- Emergency Response Planning
- Safety and Compliance Oversight
- Decision Making and Problem Solving
- Inventory and Supply Chain Management
Timeline
Field Supervisor
DHC Well Servicing
04.2022 - 09.2023
Rig Manager/Consultant
Denarii Well Services LLC
07.2018 - 08.2021
Rig Manager
DHC Well Servicing
08.2017 - Current
Service Rig Operator/Night Tool Pusher
Eastern Well Energy
03.2013 - 03.2017
Service Rig Operator
Denarii Well Servicing (DHC Well Servicing)
08.2010 - 03.2013
Service Rig Operator
Roll'n Oilfield Industries
03.2006 - 03.2010
High School Diploma -
Will Sinclair High School
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