Ryan Leonhardt Email & Phone Number

Brisbane, Australia

Oilfield related advisor to worldwide clientele.

Canada

Queensland, Australia

Bowen Basin

Australia

Responsible for supervising the drilling site, leading up to 20 staff and contractors per shift. Coordinating the drilling program in accordance with HSE policies, standards and systems, implement training and ensuring a safe, productive work-site. Building strong working relationships between the oil company and drilling contractor.Key Achievements:• Consistently delivered project objectives including meeting timeline targets, delivering wells under-budget and entering accurate records into the Wellview database • Continuously identified ways to reduce costs, and improved operational performance without compromising safety• Partnered with management to lead the well control team at the drilling rig, actively mentored and supported young rig crews and maintained accountability for rig and personal performance• Managed the on-site assets and inventory, and ensured a consistent supply of materials to maximise production• Maintained compliance with all regulations related to the work and ensured adherence by all parties• Guided the drilling and service contractors on the correct method to conduct works, and eliminated potentially unsafe tasks, behaviours and jobs • Closely investigated subsequent and preceding wells for environmental concerns prior to, and following rig moves, managing all environmental matters from rig move to rig release• Actively directed the completion of emergency drills in a timely manner and played a lead role in facilitating the contractor’s Emergency Response Plan on the drilling site• Executed company HSE systems on the drilling site and undertook risk and hazard assessments 24 hours a day as well as site safety inductions to eliminate risks and enhance on site safety• Inspected certifications on all equipment brought onto location and conducted daily assessments of pressures, gauges, equipment and general lease conditions to verify equipment serviceability

Calgary, Canada Area

Responsible for supervising the well operations for various oil companies in Alberta and Saskatchewan which included orchestrating/supervising drilling contractors in Horizontal wells, pad work and heavy oil. Managed the drilling site, leading up to 20 staff and contractors per shift. With a high focus on HSE policies, standards and systems to ensure a safe and productive work-site. Building strong working relationships between the oil company and drilling contractor.Key Achievements:• Successfully drilled lateral / horizontal well plans to completion within schedule and under-budget• Sole supervisor, within a fast-paced environment, involving frequently rig moves, casing runs and cement jobs • Orchestrated rig moves, equipment, on-site inventory and managed the procurement of services, materials and supplies onto the drilling site to optimise production• Worked in accordance with the established plans, policies and professional standards and discussed plans and programs with the crews prior to review/approval of the completed works• Provided drilling contractors with detailed operational procedures/requirements throughout operations and ensured all activities were carried out in accordance with company safety policies and procedures• Ensured that the Contractor maintained the rig and equipment at maximum efficiency minimizing down-time and that the company's materials and equipment were properly utilized, handled and stored• Regularly reported on operational progress and status, maintained communications with the Superintendent and administered drilling materials, supplies and service contractors' arrangements

Alberta, Canada

I was promoted from Lease Hand to Rig Manager based on strong performance in team leadership, and process improvement. In my time as a Rig Manager, I gained 2 years exposure on 1000hp telescopic double and orchestrated all activities on location with the rig, crew and the equipment.I actively responded to the requests of the Operations Manager and the Field Supervisor and communicated effectively with the oil and gas company representatives. I also evaluated crew-member competencies, determined training needs and executed approved training/ operational plans to direct drilling crews as necessary.I maintained compliance to policies and programs for all individuals reporting to the drilling site and prepared/ conducted site safety meetings periodically to ensure on site safety and maintained the rig equipment in accordance with company policies.I achieved maintenance and equipment upgrades within the company’s’ financial expectations and maintained all required documentation on a daily and monthly basis, successfully complied with all related policies, procedures, practices, and regulations, and proactively monitored/corrected activities and behaviours to ensure compliance.I ensured clear communication between the Nisku Engineering and Personnel departments to effectively arrange off site training and recruitment as well as maintain/upgrade rig and associated equipment. I additionally prepared and submitted daily reports to Operations and ensured that all required documentation was maintained appropriately, including certifications and daily tour reports