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Petroleum Geologist - Data Acquisition Consultant.
BP Norway have pioneered the new step forward in drilling performance. Many exploration wells have been drilled using this process with significant improvements in performance and consequent cost savings driving BP Norway into the top quartile of drilling performance - We have the aim of being the best in the world - we are committed to achieving this aim.
Essentially the process involves detailed upfront planning to mitigate the considerable risks associated with drilling offshore wells. The application of basic project management techniques to drilling wells is the catalyst for the change.
The key to success in a project such as this is the engagement of the differing contractors who will be performing services on the rig during the drilling phase - this is achieved by allowing them to create the drilling and data acquisition plan.
Put succinctly - Those who prepare the plan are those who execute the plan.
My role in this process is to lead the Data Acquisition team in the production of a detailed data acquisition plan which will fully meet the well objectives at the least cost. Essentially the years of offshore experience I and the rest of the team have are been brought to bear on the planning phase. We are the people who know how to most effectively drill the well.
If you want any more detail on this process email me on andy@wiza.com
Some of the highlights of my career include:
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Planning world class wells for BP in Norway |
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Deep water drilling in Norway (BP). |
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Successfully Geosteering BP Norge first horizontal well from the Ula platform. |
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Being part of the team to explore Liverpool Bay for Hamilton Oil (BHP). |
A listing of the wells I have worked on is included :
My Curriculum Vitae (resume) is available on request : email andy@wiza.com
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Geological Society (London, UK) |
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Petroleum Exploration Society of Great Britain |
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Cambrian Consultants Ltd |
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