Michael Penney
Gillams
Summary
Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and safety, my tenure at Foraco Canada Inc saw a significant reduction in downtime through proactive equipment maintenance. Skilled in directional drilling and team supervision, I excel in achieving precise drilling targets and fostering a culture of safety compliance. My collaborative approach with geologists ensures accurate geological data interpretation, driving successful project outcomes.
Effective at managing team drilling operations. Knowledgeable about observing crews, identifying problems and decisively implementing proactive solutions. Trained in all facets of production, business requirements and regulatory standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driller
Foraco Canada Inc
01.2019 - Current
- Supervisor for underground drilling operations.
- 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.
- Facilitated seamless handovers between shifts by maintaining clear documentation and concise shift reports, ensuring smooth continuation of operations without unnecessary delays.
- Achieved precise drilling targets by utilizing advanced directional drilling methods and monitoring real-time data.
- Collaborated with geologists to analyze core samples, ensuring accurate interpretation of geological data for successful well planning.
Install and Repair Technician
Bell Canada
03.2008 - 01.2019
- Maintained inventory of repair supplies and ordered parts.
- Utilized variety of tools and diagnostic equipment to complete repairs.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Increased repair success rates, utilizing advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
- Repaired and maintained wide range of small and large appliances successfully.
- Completed all repair and maintenance activities promptly and to high quality standards.
- Inspected and tested, repaired and refurbished products for proper operation.
- Maintained detailed records of repairs, parts inventory, and warranty information for accurate documentation purposes.
- Followed detailed repair and maintenance procedures for consumer products.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repairs and improve overall service quality.
Education
Commercial/Industrial Electricial -
Academy Canada
Corner Brook, NL06-2007
Skills
- Safety trained
- Safety compliance
- Emergency procedures
- Equipment maintenance and operation
- Hole cleaning optimization
- Team supervision
- Drilling fluids management
- Directional drilling
- Bit selection and optimization
- Vehicle maintenance
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
Certification
- First Aid, CPR, AED Certification – American Red Cross or St John Ambulance or Equivalent.
- Lockout/Tagout Training Program Certification- OSHA Authorized Trainers.
Timeline
Driller
Foraco Canada Inc
01.2019 - Current
Install and Repair Technician
Bell Canada
03.2008 - 01.2019
- First Aid, CPR, AED Certification – American Red Cross or St John Ambulance or Equivalent.
- Lockout/Tagout Training Program Certification- OSHA Authorized Trainers.
Commercial/Industrial Electricial -
Academy Canada
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