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Mitchel Mainville

Edmonton

Summary

Dynamic professional with over 10 years of experience in upstream oil and gas production, including engineering, operations and construction. Seeking US employment opportunities with visa sponsorship, open to employment under H-1B visa or other suitable work visa options. Currently transitioning into capital projects to leverage my extensive industry expertise and contribute to cost-effective project life cycles. Eager to collaborate with project management and scheduling teams while gaining hands-on experience with waterfall methodologies and aligned deliverable approaches.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Career Pivot
04.2024 - Current
  • Planned strategic career break to focus on a family business, personal well-being, and professional growth.
  • During this period, I earned certifications in Lean Six Sigma and Primavera P6, and I am actively pursuing my PMP certification.
  • Enhanced my stock trading discipline, business strategies including industry trends, and broadened my global perspective.

Gas Plant Operator (Contract)

Pieridae Energy
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Led the development and execution of comprehensive turnaround shutdown plans, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure safety and regulatory compliance, particularly during risk mitigation efforts for a plugged condenser repair.
  • Coordinated resources, logistics, and detailed planning to minimize operational disruptions and meet project timelines during plant shutdowns and outages.
  • Provided technical oversight, in the planning and execution of turnaround activities, effectively identifying and mitigating associated risks.
  • Developed operational documentation, logs, and reports to monitor performance, safety incidents, and lessons learned, contributing to continuous improvement.
  • Developed comprehensive shutdown plans to ensure safety, operational efficiency, and compliance with safety standards.

Shift Engineer (Contract)

International Petroleum Corp
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Led daily SAGD operations, overseeing critical equipment such as boilers, pumps, pressure vessels, and instrumentation to ensure safe and optimal performance.
  • Managed troubleshooting and real-time operational adjustments to maximize oil recovery while maintaining safety standards.
  • Collaborated with maintenance and engineering teams to coordinate scheduled repairs, preventative maintenance, and operational upgrades.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing operational data and recommending process modifications.
  • Supervised process control activities, utilizing DCS/SCADA systems (DeltaV) to analyze data, respond to alarms, and ensure process stability and safety.

Shift Engineer

Everest Canadian Resources Ltd
01.2021 - 09.2021
  • Monitored and managed daily plant operations, including steam generation, separation, and well performance, ensuring consistent production targets.
  • Analyzed KPIs and operational data to identify trends, optimize processes, and improve overall efficiency.
  • Diagnosed and resolved operational issues, coordinating with field operators and maintenance teams for swift interventions.
  • Managed control systems to maintain process parameters such as pressure, temperature, and flow rates within safe operational limits.
  • Conducted safety checks, participated in safety meetings, and ensured compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.

Shift Lead, Control Operator

Connacher Oil and Gas Ltd
02.2017 - 03.2020
  • Managed centralized process controls during plant operations, responding promptly to alarms and anomalies using SCADA systems (Honeywell) to ensure system reliability and safety.
  • Directed a team of operations personnel, overseeing shift activities, troubleshooting operational issues, and enforcing safety protocols to maintain a safety-first environment.
  • Collected, analyzed, and applied real-time and historical process data to inform operational decisions, identify performance improvements, and support continuous process optimization.
  • Collaborated on pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, supporting system startups, process optimization, and executing project plans to ensure smooth project implementation.
  • Demonstrated professional growth by achieving the Second-Class Power Engineering certification in September 2017, evolving from a Field Operator to a Plant Operator, and ultimately to a Control Room Operator with leadership responsibilities as a Shift Lead.

Education

Engineering

Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science And Technology
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
05-2010

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Risk management strategies
  • Process optimization
  • Critical Problem-Solving
  • Collaborative Communication
  • Open-minded approach to challenges
  • Resource coordination and prioritization

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Immediately available to commence work.
  • Willing to Travel, up to 100% if necessary.
  • Open to working in remote camp environments, with accommodations provided.
  • Open to relocation for the right opportunity; diverse global opportunities are encouraged.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Career Pivot
04.2024 - Current

Gas Plant Operator (Contract)

Pieridae Energy
01.2023 - 03.2023

Shift Engineer (Contract)

International Petroleum Corp
10.2021 - 04.2022

Shift Engineer

Everest Canadian Resources Ltd
01.2021 - 09.2021

Shift Lead, Control Operator

Connacher Oil and Gas Ltd
02.2017 - 03.2020

Engineering

Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science And Technology

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