Guy Walters is a British national with over 24 years of experience in offshore drilling and ship activities. He has worked as a Toolpusher and Driller for Dolphin Drilling Ltd since 2007, where he is currently a Toolpusher on a drill ship capable of drilling in 12,000 feet of water. Prior to that, he worked his way up from Assistant Driller to Toolpusher at other companies. He has a strong safety and compliance record, and is skilled at improving processes, enhancing productivity, and implementing solutions.
Professional Summary
Talented Sr. Directional Driller with an extensive background in Drilling, specializing in project coordination and execution of well plans for customer. I am results-driven with impressive analytical and technical support abilities. I am competent and proficient with over ten years professional experience as a Directional Driller with a strong ability to mentor and lead others.
Skills
Critical Thinking -Complex Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
Operation Monitoring & Control
Active Listening & Comprehension
Management of Personnel & Resources
Dependability
Judgment and Decision Making Leadership
Cooperation
High Stress Tolerance
Adaptability/Flexibility
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Professional Summary
Talented Sr. Directional Driller with an extensive background in Drilling, specializing in project coordination and execution of well plans for customer. I am results-driven with impressive analytical and technical support abilities. I am competent and proficient with over ten years professional experience as a Directional Driller with a strong ability to mentor and lead others.
Skills
Critical Thinking -Complex Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
Operation Monitoring & Control
Active Listening & Comprehension
Management of Personnel & Resources
Dependability
Judgment and Decision Making Leadership
Cooperation
High Stress Tolerance
Adaptability/Flexibility
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
~ Over 25 years of experience within the marine construction and oil and gas industry with the focus on project, integrity and risk management in the delivery of recognized projects and business solutions ~
AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE
Risk Management • Integrity Management • Drilling, Completions and Interventions • Rig Systems • Marine Systems • Drilling Systems • Mud processing • Well Control • Well Testing • Offshore Floating Structural • Marine Structures • Rig and ship classification, Inspection and Survey •Project Management • Contractor Management • Performance Management and Reporting • Shipyard Management • Naval Architecture • Ship and Rig Design, Construction, Commissioning • Business Management - development and processes • Welding Technology • QA/QC Management • Regulatory compliance • Process Safety • Risk assessments - BowTies, (HAZID), (HAZOP) • HSE Management• Bridging Documents • Audit Planning, Execution and Corrective Action Close-out • Team Leadership, Mentoring, Training
• Recognized as an expert in many facets of the Oil & Gas industry with a progressive, cross-functional career that spans risk management, integrity management, ship and rig construction, classification, regulatory compliance, HSE, rig systems, marine systems and drilling, completions and interventions
• Certified Project Manager through the Project Management Institute, experienced and commended for driving project completion working closely with contractors, project teams and management
• Tenacious in overcoming challenges and delivering project objectives and compliance-driven solutions that provide tangible improvements in operational efficiency
• Exceptional track record for driving improvements in Business/HSE/Operational Risk, process safety, quality utilizing BowTies, HAZID, HAZOP, and FMEA.
• Dynamic, self-motivated and motivational team leader, able to mentor and train employees to peak levels of performance and build competency of the workforce
~ Over 25 years of experience within the marine construction and oil and gas industry with the focus on project, integrity and risk management in the delivery of recognized projects and business solutions ~
AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE
Risk Management • Integrity Management • Drilling, Completions and Interventions • Rig Systems • Marine Systems • Drilling Systems • Mud processing • Well Control • Well Testing • Offshore Floating Structural • Marine Structures • Rig and ship classification, Inspection and Survey •Project Management • Contractor Management • Performance Management and Reporting • Shipyard Management • Naval Architecture • Ship and Rig Design, Construction, Commissioning • Business Management - development and processes • Welding Technology • QA/QC Management • Regulatory compliance • Process Safety • Risk assessments - BowTies, (HAZID), (HAZOP) • HSE Management• Bridging Documents • Audit Planning, Execution and Corrective Action Close-out • Team Leadership, Mentoring, Training
• Recognized as an expert in many facets of the Oil & Gas industry with a progressive, cross-functional career that spans risk management, integrity management, ship and rig construction, classification, regulatory compliance, HSE, rig systems, marine systems and drilling, completions and interventions
• Certified Project Manager through the Project Management Institute, experienced and commended for driving project completion working closely with contractors, project teams and management
• Tenacious in overcoming challenges and delivering project objectives and compliance-driven solutions that provide tangible improvements in operational efficiency
• Exceptional track record for driving improvements in Business/HSE/Operational Risk, process safety, quality utilizing BowTies, HAZID, HAZOP, and FMEA.
• Dynamic, self-motivated and motivational team leader, able to mentor and train employees to peak levels of performance and build competency of the workforce
1. GUY WALTERS
+44 07 495968159 | Nationality: British | guy.simon17@yahoo.com
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TOOLPUSHER & DRILLER
Results-focused instrument operator with 24+ years of experience providing strategic solutions in offshore drilling
and ship activities. Credited with combining streamlined control parameters to drive strategy in scheduling,
planning and performance. Extensive background in delivering QA while operating alongside cross-organizational
and cross-cultural teams. Proven expertise in tracking and analyzing risk exposure to achieve safety and
compliance. Instrumental in improving processes, enhancing productivity and implementing solutions.
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KE Y AC C O M P L I S H M E N T S
▪ Developed an expertise for achieving production goals in offshore drilling projects by leveraging experience
in working on multiple machines/systems with a background as a Toolpusher, Driller and AB Seaman.
▪ Achieved QA initiatives onsite by proactively identifying, isolating and troubleshooting issues.
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PR O F E S S I O N A L EX P E R I E N C E
DOLPHIN DRILLING LTD., Aberdeen 2007 – Present
Toolpusher - Bolette Dolphin 6th Generation Cyber based drill ship (2016 – Present)
▪ Drive production with the NOV Hitech cyber chair system on the ship capable of drilling in 12,000ft of water
with AHCDW duel activity, NOV TDX 1250 on MWC and a TDS 8SA on AWC with a 15k dual annular
seven ram Camron BOP.
▪ Improve results of the drilling crew by mentoring and training to develop the necessary success skills to
achieve safety and performance initiatives for preparing the BHA and drill pipe offline.
▪ Increase transparency into current status for PM’s by filing IADC drilling reports and preparing drill pipe
running lists while working with TAG on updates.
▪ Ensure continuation of workflow by performing regular evaluations to ensure all drilling equipment is
ready and fit for use through pressure testing and preparing permit-to-work systems.
▪ Safeguard the relationship between client and operator by keeping NPT down to a minimum.
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Toolpusher - Belford Dolphin Cyber based drill ship (2007 – 2015)
▪ Achieved promotion to Toolpusher on a ship capable of drilling in 10,000ft of water equipped with a dual
annular 5 cavity 15k Camron BOP and dual activity with a main well 1000t AHCDW with a MH DDM 1000.
▪ Improved efficiency by developing technical skills in NOV Hitech cyber chair system and managing the
drilling crew in making up BHA and drill pipe offline.
▪ Achieved results by determining and utilizing all required tools and materials in proper quantities while
preventing corrosion for structures and equipment.
▪ Compliance & Risk Assessments
▪ Continuous Process Improvements
▪ Task Prioritization
▪ Team Management
▪ Efficiency Improvements
▪ Safety Hazards
▪ Inspections
▪ Production Schedules
▪ Performance Adjustments
▪ Quality Controls
▪ Testing Data Management
▪ Auditing & Analysis
2. GUY WALTERS CV, Page
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▪ Delivered transparency by maintaining work-related records of project status in IADC drilling, BHA and
drill pipe running list reports.
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STENA DRILLING, Aberdeen 2000 – 2007
Assistant Driller
▪ Developed the necessary skills to progress from roustabout up to Assistant Driller, responsible for ensuring
correct alignment of well control manifolds/equipment and testing of well control equipment/drilling tools.
▪ Improved performance by leading the drill crew in proper processes, while also assisting in periodic
evaluations.
▪ Achieved accuracy in performing all calculations and monitoring the mud system by cross-referencing data.
▪ Increased efficiency by auditing equipment and materials to ensure maintenance and supply.
▪ Served as a resource, assisting where necessary in operation and preparation of drilling equipment.
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HAVILA, Aberdeen 1997 – 2000
AB Seaman
▪ Completed various anchor handling jobs in the North Sea following the start onboard the anchor handling
vessel Havila Chieftain and leading to spearheading standby, supply and fabric maintenance
responsibilities.
▪ Enhanced employee integration onto the team by mentoring and encouraging a team environment.
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AD D I T I O N A L H I S T O R Y
BUE/TIDEWATER, Seaman, Aberdeen 1992 – 1997
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C E R T I F I C A T E S
BOSIET, 27/10/18
UKOOA Medical, 29/02/18
IWCF Combined Well Control Supervisor, 17/09/17
Fire team member, 15/03/18
AB Certificate, No AB000097
Yellow Fever Cert, 03/10/23
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R E F E R E N C E S
Ian Smith, Drilling Superintendent, Dolphin Drilling, ianc_@hotmail.com
Kelvin Whitehead, Drilling Superintendent, Dolphin Drilling, kelvwnz@yahoo.co.nz
Alex Clark, OIM, Dolphin Drilling, clarkieandsarah@gmail.com