Silvio Gaspar
Luanda,LUA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Subsea Drilling & Completion Support Eng.
Akersolutions
Angola, Luanda
01.2020 - Current
- Enhanced productivity by resolving technical issues on subsea drilling and completion tooling
- Ensured proper installation and commissioning of subsea equipment such as drilling and completions tooling, jumpers, trees, and other components.
- Created maintenance procedures for subsea drilling and completions tooling at both onshore and offshore levels
- Executed various offshore operations including top holes operations, upper completion/clean up operations, as well as lower completion and XMT installation on DALIA and KAOMBO fields.
- Successfully completed a Light Well intervention Campaign on B32 KAOMBO fields
- Maintained oversight of changes made during subsequent project phases to ensure proper review and monitoring.
- Provided assistance to procurement in addressing engineering and technical inquiries regarding material selection and documentation.
- Addressed SQF and NCR related problems on customer equipment
- Ensured proper installation and commissioning of subsea equipment such as drilling and completions, trees, jumpers, valves, and other components.
- Provided technical advice on operational issues related to subsea systems.
- Researched and evaluated new technologies related to subsea operations.
- Managed personnel resources in order to complete projects within designated timelines.
- Conducted risk assessments of offshore operations in order to identify potential hazards and develop strategies for mitigating them.
- Designed procedures for testing the integrity of subsea systems prior to use.
- Reviewed drawings and specifications to ensure accuracy prior to fabrication or installation of equipment.
- Assisted in troubleshooting any problems encountered during field operations.
- Provided guidance on best practices for operating subsea systems safely.
- Maintained detailed records of all activities performed in the field.
- Met project needs and maintained budgets by sourcing and purchasing best-fit equipment, materials and components.
Subsea Drilling and Completion Support Eng.
Akersolutions
Luanda
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Supervised and coordinated all completion operations including casing, cementing, perforating, tubing, and wellhead installation.
- Monitored equipment performance and ensured proper maintenance of all tools used in the completion process.
- Organized personnel resources to ensure that jobs were completed within budgeted time frames.
- Provided technical support to field engineers regarding completion operations and best practices.
- Troubleshot problems encountered during completions operations using appropriate techniques and tools.
- Reviewed engineering drawings and other documentation prior to job execution to ensure accuracy of data provided by vendors and clients.
- Coordinated logistics associated with all completion activities including material delivery, personnel movement.
- Created daily reports summarizing status of ongoing completion projects.
- Assisted in educating and guiding newly hired individuals on correct techniques for drilling and completion processes.
- Participated in post-job reviews with clients and vendors as needed.
- Drove continuous improvement in productivity, quality and safety.
- Supervised employees to monitor daily production progress, safety and quality.
- Scheduled daily tasks and priorities for finishing team.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Subsea Drilling and Completion Project Planner
Akersolutions
Angola, Luanda
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Executed plans in compliance with planning standards and the company's Service Execution Model (SEM).
- Responsible for higher level maintenance planning per section of the project
- Responsible for establishing, maintaining, and closing project plans and forecasts according to project requirements, budget and project manager expectations
- Performance Indicators (LPIs) and Global Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Responsible for establishing and maintaining project structure in SAP, including service order / network handling
- Optimized material acquisition for the project by ensuring timely procurement and cost-effective sourcing.
- Updated and maintained project plans to accurately reflect progress through proactive collaboration with the project team.
- Created and implemented action plans for potential Workshop equipment failure
- Safely evaluated data from SAP reports pertaining to personnel and equipment planning, as well as time utilization.
- Developed comprehensive project plans that included timelines, resources, and budget allocation.
- Developed risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues with projects.
- Created detailed project plans, including timelines, resources and budgeting.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements within the organization related to project management.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to each project for future reference.
- Documented all aspects of each project including deliverables, milestones, and responsibilities.
- Led interactive planning sessions and hosted schedule review meetings with project management team.
- Verified integration of technical, scope and cost requirements into project plans.
- Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
Field Professional Reservoir Evaluation Engineer
Halliburton
Angola, Luanda
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Optimized efficiency in testing and subsea landing string services.
- Successfully coordinated with external vendors to ensure effective execution of System Integration Tests.
- Conducted routine maintenance and performed pressure/function tests on both subsea and surface equipment. Generated daily reports to document current operations.
- Executed responsibilities Onshore/Offshore to fulfill the needs of the Client Program
- Participating in client meetings before and after jobs
- Utilized strong analytical skills to analyze piping and instrumentation diagrams and interpret technical drawings, showcasing a proficient understanding of critical thinking.
- Consistently upheld the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency in all operations.
- Conducted detailed analysis of test data to identify anomalies in system performance.
- Created technical reports summarizing the results of tests and evaluations.
- Performed inspections on products to verify adherence to design specifications.
- Collaborated with other engineers to evaluate designs, analyze results, and make recommendations for improvement.
- Documented procedures for conducting product evaluations according to established standards.
- Led cross-functional teams in troubleshooting complex system problems.
- Trained personnel in proper testing techniques and safety protocols.
- Evaluated existing processes and suggested changes that improved efficiency.
- Maintained detailed records of all testing activities according to established guidelines.
- Reviewed engineering drawings for accuracy prior to initiating test procedures.
- Supervised product qualification testing, evaluated failures and implemented corrective action.
- Designed flexible systems to handle diverse requests.
- Recommended repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems based on environment, service and cost factors.
Subsea Field Support Engineer
Expro
Luanda, Angola
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Implemented new strategies to optimize performance and reduce downtime in testing of subsea landing string services.
- Performed regular inspections and procedures to uphold safety standards and adherence to company guidelines.
- Managed the entire process of preparing, dispatching, and executing services for our clients in the field.
- Effectively interpreted technical drawings, enhancing comprehension of engineering designs and facilitating project execution.
- • Efficiently participated in client meetings and compiled comprehensive reports.
- Provided technical support for clients in the field.
- Performed system upgrades to ensure optimal performance of equipment.
- Developed and implemented subsea engineering plans for offshore oil and gas fields.
- Performed system analysis on hydraulic, electrical and mechanical components of subsea systems.
- Conducted detailed inspections of subsea equipment to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Provided technical support during the installation and commissioning of new subsea structures.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing processes used in subsea engineering activities.
- Created detailed reports outlining findings from field visits to various offshore locations.
- Coordinated with vendors on the delivery schedule for parts required for repairs or upgrades on subsea facilities.
- Evaluated test results from pressure vessels, valves, pumps and control systems utilized in deepwater drilling activities.
- Maintained records detailing work performed on all assigned projects as well as any additional services provided.
- Met project needs and maintained budgets by sourcing and purchasing best-fit equipment, materials and components.
Engineering Intern
Schlumberger
Luanda, Angola
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Executed maintenance tasks on coiled tubing, cementing and stimulation units in an onshore setting.
- Generated HSE Reports on a weekly basis
- Performed maintenance and repair of oilfield well service equipment, including pumps, valves and cylinders.
- Inspected surface equipment for signs of wear or damage before each job.
- Maintained records of all jobs performed in a daily logbook.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues using diagnostic software and manual methods.
- Reviewed safety procedures prior to beginning any job site activities.
- Paid close attention to operations schedules and timelines to achieve targets and maintain optimal productivity levels.
Education
MBA - Project Management
INSTITUTO BBS ANGOLA
BBS05.2024
MBA - Hydraulic Systems/Stress of Materials/Fluids Mechanics/Environmental Engineering/Computer Aided Design (CAD)/Mechatronics
CAPE PENINSULA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Cape Peninsula University Of Technology12.2012
High School Diploma -
NATIONAL INSTITUTION OF PETROLEUM
Angola12.2005
Skills
- Resiliency
- Project Leadership
- Organizational Skills
- Project Budgeting
- Goal Oriented
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Team Player
- Asset Optimization
- Project Management
Certification
- Six Sigma and the Organization -Advanced (8/2023)
- Initiating and Planning Projects (7/2023)
- Quality Internal Audit -ISO 9001:2015 (01/2016)
- Graduate Development Program Advance training (04/2013)
- Well Test 1 Training Course (09/2013)
Languages
- Portuguese, mother language
- English, Advance
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Running
- Soccer
- Travelling
Timeline
Senior Subsea Drilling & Completion Support Eng.
Akersolutions
01.2020 - Current
Subsea Drilling and Completion Support Eng.
Akersolutions
01.2018 - 01.2020
Subsea Drilling and Completion Project Planner
Akersolutions
01.2016 - 01.2018
Field Professional Reservoir Evaluation Engineer
Halliburton
01.2014 - 12.2015
Subsea Field Support Engineer
Expro
01.2013 - 12.2014
Engineering Intern
Schlumberger
01.2011 - 12.2011
MBA - Project Management
INSTITUTO BBS ANGOLA
MBA - Hydraulic Systems/Stress of Materials/Fluids Mechanics/Environmental Engineering/Computer Aided Design (CAD)/Mechatronics
CAPE PENINSULA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
High School Diploma -
NATIONAL INSTITUTION OF PETROLEUM
- Six Sigma and the Organization -Advanced (8/2023)
- Initiating and Planning Projects (7/2023)
- Quality Internal Audit -ISO 9001:2015 (01/2016)
- Graduate Development Program Advance training (04/2013)
- Well Test 1 Training Course (09/2013)
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