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A dynamic and energetic professional with more than six years experience in upstream oil and gas operations, specializing in Magnetic Ranging. Highly adaptable and dedicated to delivering results and quality service. Extensive knowledge in directional drilling, drilling tools, plug and abandonments and survey analysis.MAGNETIC RANGING SPECIALIST• Followed company and regional HSE and safety standards• Travelled internationally for company projects• Operated magnetic ranging instruments for drilling relief wells, wellbore intersections, collision avoidance, well twining and to plug and abandon lost wells• Advised on well planning & control, measurement & logging while drilling, and wellbore milling• Liaised with clients and advised in office and field on all directional and magnetic ranging matters related to the current job• Analyzed and documented drilling data and events ensuring the accuracy of drilling guidance reports and planning• Utilized software to model drilling activities, identify concerns and modify drilling plans• Used knowledge of geological formations to assess impact on drilling operations and the flow of electricity• Advised drilling engineers on implementing optimal methodologies for magnetic ranging operations.• Worked in the magnetic ranging R&D department for the development of new technologies and methods/techniques• Carried out special projects to develop capabilities & evaluate new technology,SURVEY MANAGEMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES• Operated proprietary software using data from downhole drilling tools to identify the location & proximity of nearby wells, and determine condition of offset well casing string• Provided real time drilling survey analysis; multi station corrections and anti-collision services for drilling operations.• Corrected the trajectory of wellbores so wells can be accurately drilled while avoiding collision with offset wellbores• Performed investigative QA/QC checks of drilling data for accuracy• Delivered pre & post survey diagnostic checks• Delivered final corrected surveys and reports to clients.• Provided real time analysis and troubleshooting of downhole drilling tools and advised field operators and regional coordinators on how to proceed• Provided guidance on bottom hole assembly design to drilling engineers and field operators to reduce magnetic interference affecting drilling sensors

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