• Seismic Data Acquisition Management: Managing large-scale seismic data acquisition surveys across global locations, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality data to meet client expectations.• Leadership of Cross-Functional Teams: Leading and coordinating cross-functional teams, including operations, logistics, and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), to optimize performance and streamline processes.• Strategic Operational Development: Developing and implementing operational strategies aimed at improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing overall service delivery in seismic operations.• Tender Management and Cost Planning: Acting as the primary contact for ongoing and upcoming tenders (OIL, Cairn, ONGC, Jubilant, Geoenpro, etc.) in India, overseeing land seismic operations planning, bid pricing, and project execution strategies.• Project Planning and Resource Allocation: Conducting ground analyses of projects, managing documentation related to operational planning, and developing comprehensive project plans, including task definitions, resource requirements, and manpower allocation.• Compliance and Safety Oversight: Ensuring adherence to health and safety legislation, industry codes of practice, and company policies, fostering a culture of safety and compliance within the organization.

• Seismic Operations Management and Tender Coordination Managed seismic data acquisition operations across India, serving as the nodal point for ongoing and upcoming tenders (OIL, Cairn, ONGC) to ensure effective land seismic operations planning and bid pricing.• Logistics Coordination and Team Supervision: Coordinated logistics, permitting, and community relations to facilitate project execution and supervised teams of up to 50 personnel to maintain operational efficiency and compliance with company standards.

•Served as Operations Manager for 3D and 2D seismic data acquisition projects in India, overseeing all aspects of seismic data acquisition operations to ensure successful project execution and adherence to industry standards. •Developed and implemented project plans for seismic data acquisition, including resource allocation, budgeting, and timeline management, ensuring efficient use of personnel and equipment to meet project deliverables and client expectations.

•Managed 2D and 3D seismic data acquisition operations across diverse terrains, including mountains, deserts, and cultivated areas in India, Kurdistan (Iraq), and Indonesia, utilizing vibroseis and dynamite survey techniques for clients such as Oil Search Iraq Limited and Gazprom Ltd., GSPC.•Coordinated logistics, permitting processes, and community relations to facilitate project execution, ensuring all operational activities aligned with local regulations and stakeholder expectations.

•Served as Operations Manager for Geo API Solution Pvt. Ltd. in Mumbai, overseeing 2D and 3D land seismic data acquisition projects in India.

•Managed 2D and 3D seismic data acquisition projects across various challenging terrains, including mountains, deserts, cultivated areas, and environmentally protected regions in India and Indonesia, employing advanced technologies such as RT System-2, vibroseis, and dynamite for clients like Jubilant Energy, GSPC Ltd., and GeoGlobal Resources Inc. •Collaborated with Asian Oilfield Services and Geophysical Institute, focusing on 2D and 3D surveys in difficult hilly terrains of Mizoram and Kharsang in AP, using dynamite for operations and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards for clients such as Oil India Ltd. and Geo Enpro Pvt Ltd.

•Worked as a party chief with Asian Oilfield Services Ltd.(India)and Geophysical Institute (Israel) on 2D and 3D Seismic Data Acquisition projects for clients Oil India Ltd. and Geo Enpro Pvt Ltd. (E&P-Petroleum) in Mizoram and Kharsang (Arunachal Pradesh) in difficult hilly terrain using dynamite.

•Collaborated with Geotrace Technologies Inc. in Houston, USA, to analyze and process geophysical data, contributing to the enhancement of seismic imaging and interpretation for various projects.

•Oversaw 2D and 3D seismic data acquisition projects in Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Assam by using dynamite and vibroseis techniques for clients such as Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd., Oil India Ltd., Cairn Energy Ltd., Jubilant Energy, Essar Oil, and Geo Enpro Pvt. Ltd.

•Served as a Geophysicist and instrument Observer with Shiv- Vani Universal Ltd, (India) in Arunachal and Assam (vibrosies & dynamite) survey for client ONGC and Oil India ltd

•Served as a Field Geophysicist with Alpha Geo India Ltd (India) in Bihar and Uttaranchal for vibrosies / dynamite survey for client DGH and Oil India ltd.

•Served as a Field Geophysicist with Shiv Vani Universal Ltd, (India) in Himachal and Tripura for 2D seismic survey for client NGRI, ONGC and Oil India Ltd.