Nathan Schulze
Redcliff,AB
Summary
Experienced in maintaining accurate records related to personnel, materials, and supplies within operational settings. Oversaw inventory management processes to ensure consistent availability of necessary supplies while adhering to safety regulations and environmental policies. Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of equipment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards. Demonstrated effective communication and coordination skills while supervising crew training in safety procedures and equipment use.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rig Manager
Savanna Drilling
Nisku, Alberta
2012.09 - 2025.03
- Responsible for maintaining accurate records related to personnel, materials, supplies and services used on the rig.
- Prepared reports summarizing daily activities on the rig for senior management review.
- Monitored progress of work on the rig and ensured adherence to safety regulations and environmental policies.
- Ensured all personnel were properly trained in safety procedures and equipment use.
- Maintained records of maintenance activities on the rig, including repairs, inspections.
- Enforced company policy related to safety protocols while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to ensure adequate levels of supplies were maintained at all times.
- Inspected and maintained equipment and associated parts to prevent advanced safety or performance issues.
Driller
Savanna Drilling
Nisku
2007.06 - 2025.03
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
- Adhered strictly to company policies pertaining to health and safety regulations.
- Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
- Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
- Operated and stabilized machines and drills.
- First line supervisor, operation of rig controls during drilling operations
- Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
Rig Manager Offshore Rig
Nordic Energy Dubai
2018.04 - 2018.06
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Planning and presentation of rigging and hoisting procedures for mobile cranes on drill platforms during rig moves and tear out operations.
Education
Certified Journeyman Rig Technician 3 -
Alberta Apprenticeship Board
Calgary, AB2009-07
High School Diploma -
Eastend High School
Eastend, SK1998-06
Skills
- Safety management
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem solving
- Communication and coordination
- Crew supervision
- Personnel supervision and training
Certification
- First aid CPR level A and AED
- H2S Alive
- WHIMIS
- TDG
- Fall protection
- High angle fall and rescue
- ABSA boiler certificate
- Confined space entry and basic rescue
- First line supervisor blow out prevention
- Second line well control
- Oil and gas company orientation
- 200 recordable incident free days supervising a rig crew
References
- Ken Bell - 1(403)878-4978
- Brett Halderman - 1(306)296-7424
- John Hayes - 1(403)504-6703
Timeline
Rig Manager Offshore Rig
Nordic Energy Dubai
2018.04 - 2018.06
Rig Manager
Savanna Drilling
2012.09 - 2025.03
Driller
Savanna Drilling
2007.06 - 2025.03
Certified Journeyman Rig Technician 3 -
Alberta Apprenticeship Board
High School Diploma -
Eastend High School