Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Consulting Drilling & Completion Fluids Engineer (M. E.)
MI-Swaco for Azule-Enenrgy Ascending Ltd.
Luanda, Luanda
08.2022 - Current
Provided technical daily drilling fluids support and report offshore and onshore
Improved drilling fluids properties and maximized well bore value through expertise and company resources
Assisted Onshore office in well-planning activities and secured logistical issue at proactively taking care of chemical inventory on rig site
Managed solid control and waste fluid management on rig site making sure the environment stays safe
Stayed ahead of work over operations, prepared end of well and some environmental reports.
Participated on the drill ship 'SAIPEM 12000' rig on Block 15/6 under wells: AGO-401, CSE-601 ST2, CSE-101 ST1, LUPEMBE-1, CSE-106 ST2, CSE-101 ST1, AGO-WG18, MPU-4 ST1 and 2...
Participated on the submersible 'SCARABEO9' and Drill ship SAIPEM 12000 rigs under CUI-202, KORA-1 and AGO-103 wells on Block 15/6.
Consulting Drilling & Completion Fluids Engineer (M. E.)
Baroid for Sonangol Angola Ascending Ltd.
Luanda
08.2020 - 10.2022
Provided technical daily report regarding drilling fluids, instruction from customer and implemented the same with value.
Assisted Onshore office in well-planning activities and secured logistical issue proactively.
Stayed ahead of work over operations, prepared end of well paper works and some environmental reports.
Participated on GAZ-101, BUF-106, COB-110G wells work over under Buffalo and Pacassa project.
Applied technical knowledge to help promote safe work environment and enhance customer satisfaction.
Recommended design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.
Communicated with clients and coworkers about analysis results.
Performed testing to determine functionality or optimization.
Drilling & Completion Fluids Engineer
Halliburton / Baroid
Luanda
10.2010 - 08.2020
Provided technical daily report regarding drilling fluids, instructions from client and implemented the same with value.
Assisted Onshore office in well-planning activities and secured logistical issue proactively.
Prepared end of well paper works and all environment reports, mentored recent DFEs for Field duties.
Managed all chemical and lab equipment inventory including Wellsight Express and DFG drilling programs explanation to customer all time it was necessary.
Identified customer needs and developed solutions based on user feedback.
Analyzed customer requirements to determine project scope and objectives.
Performed calculations and simulations to analyze performance data.
Worked for TOTAL, MAERSK, SOMOIL and COBALT.
Operations Material Control Specialist
Halliburton / Baroid
Soyo
10.2009 - 05.2010
Used to manage Material Open Report creation, performed in and out Stock movements (Material Inventory) for LMP and other customer rigs such as SOMOIL and ESSO.
Used to perform Good Issue and Good Receipt, issued Delivery Notes, ran Sales Order Deliveries
Used to perform Stock Inventory, Material tracking from overseas.
Maintained detailed inventory records, including quantities, locations and costs of all materials.
Monitored material levels to ensure availability for production needs.
Evaluated stock levels and identified opportunities to reduce excess inventories.
Ensured accuracy of data entry into the inventory system.
Conducted regular cycle counts to verify physical inventory with computerized records.
Processed incoming orders and ensured that all items were received in proper condition.
Lab. Technician
Halliburton / Baroid
Soyo & Luanda
09.2008 - 09.2009
Performed full Mud and Brine check on Mud samples Both from LMP or offshore as per API method.
Pilot Tested chemicals and performed mud formulation prior to using for drilling fluid, tracked, inspected and calibrated Lab Equipment as per time frame.
Performed Lab Equipment Inventory: PPT (Permeability Plugging Test), PSD (Particle Size Distribution), Flow cell and buckets, PST (Production Screen Test) for customers.
Performed quality control tests on incoming and outgoing materials to ensure safety standards were met.
Monitored and maintained laboratory equipment such as pipettes, centrifuges, and microscopes.
Conducted daily laboratory maintenance, including cleaning and organizing.
Prepared samples for analysis by weighing, filtering, or diluting them as needed.
Maintained accurate inventory records of all chemicals and reagents used in experiments or stored in the lab.
Provided technical guidance and training to new lab technicians.
Material Handler Sock Point I - III
Halliburton / Baroid
Soyo
02.2006 - 08.2008
Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
Mixed Oil Base Mud batches at LMP as per batch mixes.
Built spike Brines and blended ones, prepared paper works for fluids and bulk prior to transferring to vessels for offshore.
Understood, dominated and operated valves system, plant engines and compressors.
Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
Operated forklift in a safe manner to move large shipments within the facility.
Assisted with physical inventories as needed by counting parts accurately and quickly.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating material handling equipment.
Timekeeper Senior Technician
PETROMAR / SAIPEM
Soyo, Soyo
12.2003 - 02.2006
Managed whole (locals and expats) PETROMAR personnel timesheet input in the system using Access, Word, and Excel programs.
Responsible for customers' bills charge off
Worked with Finance department for Sales Orders, covered the gape for a year and half, saved money for recruiting during a year and half.
Maintained accurate records of employees' hours worked, including overtime and vacation time.
Monitored employee attendance to ensure compliance with company policies.
Assisted in the preparation of payroll reports on a weekly basis.
Processed new hire paperwork and entered information into the payroll system.
Verified accuracy of timesheets before submitting them for processing.
Collaborated with Human Resources staff to resolve discrepancies related to payroll issues.
Reconciled timekeeping records with general ledger accounts monthly.
Field Supervisor
IVES Ltd
Soyo
01.2001 - 12.2003
Represented IVES Ltd field operation management to TOTAL ELF
Supervised and coordinated daily activities of field personnel to ensure efficient operations.
Supervised the TOTAL ELF 80% pipeline recovery project in Soyo field (Pangala, Nzombo, Cabeça de Cobra...)
Developed, implemented, and monitored safety policies and procedures for all field staff.
Conducted regular meetings with field staff to review work performance, discuss issues, and identify training needs.
Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as applicable laws and regulations.
Provided guidance to team members on job-related tasks, techniques, best practices.
Interpreted engineering drawings, specifications and standards related to projects.
Evaluated employees' performance through periodic reviews; took appropriate disciplinary action when necessary.
Implemented good safety culture during the whole project with zero accident recorded and customer satisfaction
Contract lasted less than planned.
Education
Business Management 1 bachelor's degree -
Agostinho Neto University
Luanda
01.2020
Biology and Physics Diploma -
São José #1030/Samba High School
Luanda
01.2004
Skills
Portuguese
French
English
Word
Excel
Baroid WELLSIGHT Express
Drilling Fluids Graphic (DFG) software
Hydraulics interpretation
ONE-TRAX
Well View - TOTAL software report
Motivation
Problem solving
Learning
Self-adapting
Machine Learning
Renewable energy
Material Selection
Rig Experience
Land rigs
Deepwater Drillship and Submersibles
Barge
Platforms
Fluid Systems Experience
Brine Water
Chlorides Brine (NaCl, KCl, CaCl2, Na Br)
Completion Brines
Guar Gum Spud Mud
KCl/PHPA
Lignite System
Lignosulfonate System
KCl/PHPA/Polymer/Glycol
NaCl Completion
Innovert SOBM
Conventional OBM
VERSACLEAN
FAZE PRO
Margin Riser
FAZE-OUT Breaker Fluid
References
Ronnie Jones, former Halliburton Baroid Operations Manager - Angola
Hall Comstock, former Halliburton Baroid Technical Professional and PDC - Angola
Renaud OKOKO, Halliburton Baroid Techical Professional - Angola
Margarida Garcia, Halliburton Baroid Techical Professional - Angola
Maurice Doering, former Halliburton Baroid Services Leader - Angola
Alvaro Batalha, Former Halliburton Baroid Services Leader, M-I Swaco LMP Sr manager - Angola
Laercio Bernardo, Project Engineer at SLB Angola under Azule-Energy drilling project
Training
T - BOSIET, Cabinda, Angola, up to 2023
12 Golden rules - TOTAL, Luanda, Angola, 2015
Baroid BLOCK I - Fluids, Houston, TX, 2014
COMPLETION FLUIDS TECHNOLOGY, Houston, TX, 2010
IADC Well Control, subsea stack, supervisor/drilling, Houston, TX, 2010