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Rodney N. Tetreault
Petroleum Engineering Technologist
Grassland,Canada
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Summary
Seasoned Oilfield Professional with extensive expertise in operations and engineering, specializing in drilling, completions, and workovers. Proven leader and Project Manager skilled in safety protocol management, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship. Experienced in managing and supervising operations in high-pressure and high-temperature environments, effectively collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance project safety and efficiency. Experienced with with local aboriginal agreements and regulatory requirements for petroleum activities
Work History
Owner / Consultant / Contractor
3T Energy Solutions Ltd (2352613 AB Ltd.)
01.2020 - Current
- Enhanced bead recovery efficiency by implementing improvements in monitoring operations by proactively identifying hazards, conducting and documenting periodic rig and equipment inspections, and ensuring all operations followed health, environment, and safety regulations.
- Operated the bead recovery system effectively during 12-hour shifts, ensuring continuous operation clearly conveying information, ideas, and instructions to all stakeholders (crew members, engineers, and clients) in both written and verbal formats.
- Collaborated with the bead recovery company owner to refine a patented recovery process for extended reach wells by use of technical proficiency and experience in industry
- Supervised wellbore abandonment's on contract for CNRL, ensuring safety and compliance during cut and cap procedures using my abilities to motivate, mentor, and lead diverse teams
- Executed Hydro and conventional methods for effective wellbore abandonment operations by evaluating information, weighing risks and benefits, and making informed, effective, and timely decisions under pressure using this information to reduce costs +10% for my clients
- Managed SR, CTU, and wireline operations, ensuring optimal performance and safety by holding individuals accountable for their responsibilities.
- I am Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- I am Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- I am adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- I learn and adapt quickly to new technology and software applications.
- I am passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- I have demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Owner / Consultant / Contractor
4T Energy Solution Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Ensured effective abandonment operations in FSJ BC area, enhancing safety protocols and efficiencies in operations for CNRL by motivating, mentoring, and leading a diverse team of contractors holding individuals accountable for their responsibilities.
- Supervised logging and cementing activities to ensure project completion efficiency.
- Engineered and managed winter delineation projects for thermal teams, optimizing performance, managing the development and execution of drilling plans, managed project resources, and ensured projects stayed within budget and time constraints.
- Coordinated budget and contracts for third-party services, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
- Wellsite Supervisor on contract for EncCana drilling Duvernay and Montney horizontal wells, proudly maintaining high standards of safety by using my extensive experience in drilling extended reach horizontal wells, the equipment required, and operational procedures associated with drilling these wells
Co-Founder & President/COO
GroundForce GeoDrilling Solutions Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Evaluated market trends to identify emerging opportunities and making an informed strategic decision I went to market and raised $6MM equity to enter Geo Exchange market.
- Expanded from 4 to 12 rigs generating 26MM in annual revenue.
- Drove company expansion into new markets, increasing overall brand visibility and recognition.
- Managed oil sands projects and expanded rig operations by motivating, mentoring, and leading diverse teams of operators and service contractors
- Designed and developed a new slant rig for CNRL because of an In-depth knowledge of drilling operations, equipment, and operational procedures
- Streamlined project management processes, improving communication and collaboration among teams.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in geo-drilling operations and safety protocols.
- Established partnerships with key stakeholders to drive business growth and innovation.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities and inform strategic direction.
- Oversaw budgeting and resource allocation to maximize project profitability and sustainability.
- Secured lucrative partnerships by establishing strong relationships with key industry players.
- Streamlined operational processes for improved efficiency and cost reduction.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired new staff members and developed training materials for employees.
- Managed financial operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maintaining profitability during periods of economic uncertainty.
Founder & President/CEO
RCS Energy Services Ltd
01.2002 - 01.2011
- Expanded RCS Energy Services from 1 to 14 employees through strategic growth initiatives while focusing the company direction to the adherence to industry safety practices while ensuring all operations followed health, environment, and safety regulations of the numerous clients RCS worked for.
- Enhanced Thermal/SAGD technologies by collaborating with industry leaders and stakeholders. This was accomplished by clearly conveying information, ideas, and instructions to all stakeholders in both written and verbal formats.
- Working with various contractors over several SAGD projects I motivated, mentored, and lead diverse teams to develop innovative mud systems to successfully eliminate the need for mud coolers in SAGD drilling operations.
- Facilitated improved deployment methods of ranging tools in high-temperature wells with various service companies by holding individuals accountable for their responsibilities
- Provided engineering and operations support specialized in SAGD project management.(crew members, engineers, clients, and regulatory authorities)
Teamwork and collaboration promoting a positive working environment and working effectively with others to achieve common goals. - Oversaw project timelines for multiple clients, coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines effectively by using my In-depth knowledge of drilling and completion operations, equipment, and operational procedures.
- Developed and executed drilling plans, managed resources, and ensured projects stayed within budget and time constraints. RCS was successful in completing the Joslyn Creek SAGD Pilot within 5% of budget and successfully lowered costs on most projects we managed by evaluating the situation, weighting risks and benefits, and making informed, effective, and timely decisions under pressure while continuing to meet the needs of our our clients.
- Experience with local and national regulatory requirements for petroleum activities.
Drilling Manager
Deer Creek Energy Ltd.
- Managed the engineering and operations of a 17-pair commercial SAGD technology project and a 280 well delineation core hole project.
- Delineation and SAGD project completions on time and under budget
- Engineered & supervised the drilling/completion on a single pair SAGD pilot followed by a 175 well core hole program – both programs were completed on schedule and within 8% of the budgeted amount.
- Developed and implemented an oil recovery system to capture the oil from the mud system after drilling. Costs recovered paid for the fluids bill on the drilling rig which was ~100K/well
- Worked extensively with various service companies to improve directional, mud, and down hole packers and tools for high temp environments. Proved that mud coolers were not required with the right mud system.
Wellsite Consultant/Supervisor
Nexen Canada Inc.
- WS supervisor coordinating operations on the Long Lake Pilot project and accountable for the SAGD drilling. Coordinated the operations for completions, well monitoring, well disposal, water source wells and a 75 well core hole program, The project was completed within budget and time constraints by executing the drilling plans as designed and managing company resources safely and effectively.
- Directed drilling/completion supervisors, managed drilling/completions/strat program budgets, supervised logistics, and managed camp and medical operations. Including budgets. This was done safely and effectively by evaluating information, weighing risks and benefits, and making informed, effective, and timely decisions under pressure and time constraints
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and my analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Education
Petroleum Engineering Technologist - Engineering
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, Alberta05-1995
Skills
- Experience with industry-specific software
- Skilled in document and presentation software
- Rig types expertise: Coil tubing, water well, single, double, triple, offshore jack-up, top drive, ADR
- Focus on process enhancement
Accomplishments
- Successfully supervised team of 25 - 250+ staff members.
- Built 2 companies from the ground up.
- Raised a family while developing a homestead from scratch that supplied us with meat and vegetables.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Engineering Technologist ASSET
- Advanced First Aid
- H2S Alive
Interests
- Radio Control Hobbies
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- Electronics
- Electronics and Circuit Building
- Fishing/camping/outdoors
- Gardening
- Outdoor Recreation
Timeline
Owner / Consultant / Contractor
3T Energy Solutions Ltd (2352613 AB Ltd.)
01.2020 - Current
Owner / Consultant / Contractor
4T Energy Solution Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2020
Co-Founder & President/COO
GroundForce GeoDrilling Solutions Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2015
Founder & President/CEO
RCS Energy Services Ltd
01.2002 - 01.2011
Drilling Manager
Deer Creek Energy Ltd.
Petroleum Engineering Technologist - Engineering
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Wellsite Consultant/Supervisor
Nexen Canada Inc.
Non - Professional Experience
- FIRE/TANK WATCH Valion Inc., Athabasca, Alberta Feb 2023 – Sept 24 / June 2024 - Present Monitor hot work activities while providing fire detection and response support and/or monitoring confined space activities and supporting these activities with the required air testing and documentation at Alberta Pacific Forestry Industries Inc Pulp mill near Grassland.
- CONDUCTOR TRAINEE CN Rail – Winnipeg campus April 2024 – June 2024
- LOADER OPERATOR / SWAMPER Calnash Trucking Ltd, Lac La Biche, Alberta September 2024 – March 2024 Operate large articulating loaders to provide support during rig moves. Provide support on bed trucks as required.
- FISHING GUIDE Queen Charlotte Lodge, Haida Gwai, BC May 2022 – Sept 2022 Licensed captain certified to operate a vessel up to 15 tonnes and a maximum of 13 people capacity Fishing guide to guests catching salmon and bottom fish.
Software
MS Office products
Wellview
Geoscout
Co Authored 2 SPE white papers
Developed a process/system to recycle bitumen from waste cuttings while drilling
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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evening
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Quote
"Safety today is your reward for tomorrow"
Rod Tetreault
Additional Information
I have the ability and desire to understand how machinery works and to troubleshoot related issues. Mechanically i am very inclined and tend to learn how to operate new equipment quickly.
I grew up on a medium sized cattle farm and still enjoy farming related things in my life that i grew up with; like raising my own meat and vegetables and operating equipment.