Petroleum Operations Technician / Senior Team Lead

Worked for SPIE Global Services Energy on the ENI Congo client account, operating and monitoring onshore and offshore oil and gas production facilities through DCS control systems. Controlled wellheads, manifolds, separators, pumps, compressors, and ESD safety systems to support production targets.

Implemented HSE, PTW, and LOTO procedures and maintained a zero-LTI record during the assignment. Led a team of eight operators, conducted toolbox talks, risk assessments, and safety audits, and coordinated with Maintenance and HSE teams for planned shutdowns, troubleshooting, and compliance with client and international oil and gas standards.

Operated production equipment including separators, pumps, compressors, and gas treatment systems at oil and gas facilities in Angola. Performed daily production rounds, monitored operating parameters, analyzed production data, and supported parameter optimization.

Conducted well testing and equipment start-up and shutdown activities. Maintained accurate production reports and technical documentation to support safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

Supported onshore and offshore oil and gas production operations in Angola. Assisted production teams with routine field activities and the operation of production facilities.

Supported equipment maintenance activities, housekeeping, and the implementation of site safety procedures. Built foundational experience in hydrocarbon production operations and safe work practices.

Bachelor of Technical Studies in Petroleum Production.

Professional certification in HSE for oil and gas installations.

Operator authorization credential for hydrocarbon operations.

Authorization for offshore embarkation, Category B.