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Faycal Harbi

Faycal Harbi

Stavanger,Rogaland

Summary

Quality Control Inspector and Petroleum Engineering professional with 17 years of experience in well testing (DST/TCP), well intervention operations, downhole tools maintenance, and quality assurance within the oil and gas industry. Holds a Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering and a proven track record of delivering high-quality results in challenging operational environments. Skilled in quality inspections, nonconformance management, QN coordination, investigation reporting, root cause analysis, and ensuring compliance with customer, company, and industry requirements. Recognized for a proactive approach to problem-solving, process improvement, product reliability, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Overview

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4
Languages
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1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

QC Inspector

TechnipFMC
Stavanger, Norway
01.2026 - Current
  • Perform inspection of oil & gas equipment in accordance with API 6A, customer requirements, and internal procedures.
  • Conduct visual, dimensional, and documentation reviews to ensure compliance and traceability.
  • Review material certificates, manufacturing records, and test documentation.
  • Manage nonconformances and Quality Notifications (QNs) in SAP, including coordination, task follow-up, and closure activities.
  • Lead quality investigations and prepare investigation reports, supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Coordinate with suppliers, customers, engineering, and workshop personnel to resolve quality issues.
  • Prepare inspection reports and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintenance Supervisor

Slb
Stavanger
09.2021 - 04.2025

• Performed end-to-end maintenance and repair of downhole tools, ensuring full compliance with safety standards to maximize reliability and performance.
• Demonstrated expertise in HPHT operations, applying advanced diagnostics and technical knowledge to meet stringent operational requirements.
• Extensive hands-on experience with downhole tools, including IRDV-KB and Certis systems, supporting high-performance tool deployment and integrity assurance.
• Conducted pre-job readiness checks, post-job evaluations, and lessons-learned reporting, reinforcing continuous improvement and knowledge transfer.
• Optimized maintenance tracking and documentation using Maximo, FMP, and TestTrack—enhancing traceability and boosting operational efficiency.
• Streamlined inspection workflows in accordance with SLB protocols, reducing costs, eliminating strategic tool transfer errors, and minimizing non-productive time (NPT).
• Oversaw DST/TCP inventory management to support timely offshore mobilizations, ensuring operational readiness and flawless field execution.
• Led the integration of Maximo, TestTrack, and FMP platforms, modernizing maintenance systems and creating more agile, unified workflows.
• Delivered focused training on digital tools to reservoir performance teams in Norway and Denmark, improving system proficiency and operational practices.
• Driven a strong culture of HSE compliance and operational integrity, consistently aligning with industry best practices and client expectations.

Consultant in Well Testing and Well Intervention

Various Service Companies and Major Operators
Hassi Messaoud
01.2016 - 02.2020
  • Planned and executed multiple HP/HT DST/TCP operations using IRDV-BA and PCTH tools, managing complex toolstring configurations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-integrity data acquisition in challenging environments.
  • Led complete execution of well intervention and testing operations, continually prioritizing operational excellence and rigorous safety compliance.
  • Introduced and implemented advanced well testing methodologies—DST, TCP, surface testing, and sampling—enhancing efficiency and data integrity across varied field environments.
  • Led strategic operations meetings and delivered high-level presentations, mentoring cross-functional teams to improve performance and technical proficiency.
  • Implemented highly effective fracking operation for a major company utilizing sophisticated DST configuration, achieving unprecedented exploration outcomes.
  • Executed commissioning of multiple high-pressure gas wells for Repsol through Rigless Well Testing and intervention, ensuring seamless production integration without downtime.
  • Supervised various well intervention operations featuring coil tubing, slickline, wireline, fishing, and acid/frac operations—improving field performance metrics

DST/TCP Team Lead

Slb
Algeria
09.2014 - 12.2015

• Led a team of 50 engineers, technicians, and operators in executing field well testing and base maintenance operations, ensuring seamless project delivery.
• Oversaw the planning and execution of testing programs, while actively participating in client meetings and technical workshops.
• Improved the reliability of well testing reports through rigorous quality control and data validation practices.
• Applied advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques to enhance downhole tool performance and operational efficiency.
• Earned recognition from the product centre for technical excellence and contributions to tool functionality improvements.

Well Testing Coordinator

Slb
Algeria
09.2013 - 09.2014

• Led and supported the seamless execution of well testing service operations in a Sales Engineer role, ensuring high client satisfaction and operational excellence.
• Secured multiple replacement job contracts through proactive client engagement and customized service solutions.
• Negotiated strategic agreements with major operators, successfully replacing competitors and increasing market share from 0% to 30%.
• Cultivated long-term client relationships by aligning technical offerings with business objectives, consistently delivering added value.

leave of absence (LOA) for educational reasons

Heriot Watt University
UAE
08.2012 - 09.2013
  • Successfully completed an intensive MSc program in Petroleum Engineering.
  • Developed practical knowledge in reservoir engineering, drilling and production operations, formation evaluation, and well testing, well intervention.
  • Conducted advanced research projects, including an individual project on shale gas extraction (Reservoir Engineering studies) and a group field development planning (FDP) project.

DST/TCP/SWT Field Supervisor

Slb
Algeria
04.2007 - 08.2012
  • Supervised and successfully executed numerous (120 DST Jobs) Well testing Jobs as a Full Pack DST Supervisor, ensuring operational excellence.
  • Earned recognition from local and international clients for managing and delivering high-profile projects with distinction.
  • Exhibited exceptional leadership abilities, enhancing team collaboration.
  • Designed and implemented various downhole strings utilizing retrievable packers and advanced pressure-operated downhole valves for land rigs.
  • Led design and preparation of TCP jobs, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Conducted maintenance and troubleshooting of DST tools.

Education

Master’s in Petroleum Engineering - Petroleum engineering

Heriot Watt University
Dubai Campus UAE
01-2018

Diploma Of Higher Education - Technical Petrochemical & Oil Refining

Algerian Petroleum Institute
Algeria
01-2002

Certification

  • FaroArm (Polywork) Certificate
  • 07/02/24 driving Licence (B)
  • 10/11/22 (T1 - T5) Forklift Certified, PNI training center AS
  • 24/09/21 G4 Overhead Crane. Certified, PNI training center AS
  • 07/2016, IMIST Level 1 LMS Certificate, International Minimum Industry Safety.
  • 05/2016, IWCF Level 1 LMS Certificate, International Well Control Forum
  • 03/2013, Fluid flow and the Production system Certificate
  • 03/2013, Perforating Certificate, (IHRDC - IPIMS e-Learning)
  • 02/2013, Production Technology Certificate, (IHRDC - IPIMS e-Learning)
  • 11/2012, Petroleum oilfield Introduction Certificate, (IHRDC - IPIMS e-Learning)

Schlumberger Technical Training:

  • 09/2022, Advanced IRDV-KB course SLB training center Malaysia
  • 10/2021, IRDV-KB Electronics – Virtual Class Course Stavanger / Norway
  • 11/2021, Muzic Virtual class Course Stavanger / Norway
  • 11/2014, OFS3 - Managing and Leading your people Sheraton / Algeria
  • 04/2010, Surface Well Testing /TDA/VX Engineer ELC Paris / France
  • 01/2009, Xpert TCP ELC Paris / France
  • 10/2007, Xpert DST ELC Paris / France
  • 09/2007, Common-1 ELC Paris / France
  • 05/2007, OFS-1 Hassi- Messaoud / Algeria

References

  • Amel Dahmar, Principal Engineer Drilling & well Operation / Equinor, Amdah@equinor.com, +47 406 38 069
  • Ayuba Sule - Senior Petroleum Engineer / Aramco, SA
    E-mail: ayubsmg16@gmail.com Tel: +966 56 723 6031
  • Eihab Serrari, Digital Manager / SLB, Norway
  • Eserrari@slb.com Tel: +47 901 03 544

Languages

Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
French
Intermediate
B1
Norwegian
Elementary
A2

Hobbies and interests

  • Reading: Passionate about exploring diverse topics and perspectives through literature.
  • Sports: Actively engaged in padel and table tennis

Timeline

QC Inspector

TechnipFMC
01.2026 - Current

Maintenance Supervisor

Slb
09.2021 - 04.2025

Consultant in Well Testing and Well Intervention

Various Service Companies and Major Operators
01.2016 - 02.2020

DST/TCP Team Lead

Slb
09.2014 - 12.2015

Well Testing Coordinator

Slb
09.2013 - 09.2014

leave of absence (LOA) for educational reasons

Heriot Watt University
08.2012 - 09.2013

DST/TCP/SWT Field Supervisor

Slb
04.2007 - 08.2012

Diploma Of Higher Education - Technical Petrochemical & Oil Refining

Algerian Petroleum Institute

Master’s in Petroleum Engineering - Petroleum engineering

Heriot Watt University
Faycal Harbi