CV Marine Seismic Observer Chevron Petro Vietnam PDVSA BPZ Energy Gold Oil Peru and Petronas

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CV/Resume ID no.: 106643
Last Updated: Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Dear Sir/ Madam,

I have served 3 years offshore as a Seismic Observer, becoming part of an observer acquisition team, and earning responsibility for the team, both in and out of acquisition while accounting for and maintaining all their associated equipment.
I am passionate and diligent about my work, and like to be part of a professional team, I am always seeking to improve myself both personally and professionally, I enjoy the job and thrive on the daily challenges life in Marine Seismic brings.

I am proficient using MSX Ver.3 recording system together with Argus Tape Drive management system, DigiCourse bird control positioning system and Digishot Gun Controller interfaces, and was able to work unsupervised during acquisition on the M/V Scan Resolution 3D 4 x 6 streamer seismic vessel after 6months as a trainee.

I took an active role in training junior observers, raising new QHSE procedures and safe working practices for the observer department. I overseen and ran back deck operations during production whilst on shift on 2D contracts and 3D multi streamer in the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico.

After showing the pertinent skills required of a competent workboat crewmember I volunteered for a chance at gaining an FRC/workboat coxswains certificate, of which I now hold.
I would relish the chance to gain more experience with this skill.

In October 2008 I was promoted to Shift Leader Observer after helping to successfully re rig the M/V Scan Stigandi for seismic acquisition using Seal streamer and Seal recording equipment V.4, and Seisdrive tape control system for 2D and 3D operations offshore Cuba, Ecuador and Peru.

I returned to Peru as a contractor on the M/V Neptune Naiad with Nautic Offshore AS as an Observer operator for a 3D 4x6km contract for client BPZ

While employed currently as a shift leader (Observer) within the Seismic Industry he also possesses considerable experience of logistics management, production planning and operational control. With a proven ability to deliver effective results he works with accuracy and enthusiasm to deliver projects of the highest quality. Displaying good all-round system knowledge of MSX and Seal acquisition systems, he is able to run an Instrument Room and back deck operations while on shift in acquisition. Having worked for a number of multi-national clients such as Chevron, Petro Vietnam, PEDVSA, BPZ, GOLD OIL Peru, and PetroNas on 2D and 3D multi streamer contracts; he is a highly proficient Seisdrive, Argus, DigiShot and DigiCourse operator.


Observer Operator (Sept 2009 to now) (Shift Leader from Jan 2010) M/V Neptune Naiad
• Contracted by Nautic Offshore AS and assisted in mobilising the Neptune Naiad for 3D 4 x 6km operations in Peru for BPZ
• Carried out work boat operations while in production as both coxswain and crew.
• Demobilised and prepared Seismic equipment for shipping and prepared seismic areas of vessel for dry dock while in transit to Chile

Shift leader (Oct 2008 to July 2009) M/V Scan Stigandi
• Responsible for all data recording and data storage, produced departmental reports including weeklies, and assisted chief observer with handover reports
• Responsible for the ordering of all items required by Obs dept and managed inventory
• Workboat/FRC coxswain
• Co-ordinated all back deck and work boat operations while on shift adhering to all QHSE procedures and departmental procedures
• Promoted team work and professional development of seismic crew

Observer Operator (May 2007 – Oct 2008) M/V Scan Resolution
• Promoted after showing good leadership qualities while assisting in the training of new personnel during Multi-streamer operations.
• After becoming a competent workboat crew-member he earned his FRC/Workboat coxswain’s licence.
• Selected to join the rigging team for Scan Stigandi’s refit in Halifax
• After completed rigging for both 2D (1 x 8km streamer) & 3D (2 x 6km streamers).

Trainee Observer (Oct 2006 – May 2007) Scan Geophysical ASA
• MV Scan Resolution 3D 4 x 6km streamer 3D contract offshore Venezuela
• Completed a basic operators MSX and DigiShot courses at ION in Houston Texas
• Gained offshore crane operators certificate
• Has a good sound knowledge of QHSE pertaining to seismic vessels
• Takes an active role in implementing safety procedures and instructing shift members.


Past Employment History

Operations Controller (May 2002 – July 2005) KMS Internet Ltd, Exeter
Developed a management team that improved internal communications between all team members, the decision-making continuity that was achieved, increased bottom line profitability. Other responsibilities included:
• Company security.
• HSE & HR - Company HSE and HR representative.
• Purchasing, Stock Control inclusive of Goods in, Goods out.
• Planning/logistics for both onsite management of the company and at client shows and exhibitions.
• Assisted both staff and management with business and personal decision-making, and encouraged individual innovative ideas.

Assistant Planning Manager (June 1994 - May 2002) Selkirk Manufacturing Ltd
Managerial oversight of a department of schedulers and production planners deputising for the planning manager when required, other responsibilities included:
• Interpreting and processing planning reports for Selkirk UK & European warehouses.
• Chairing daily management team meetings.
• Ensuring the integrity of the Plan for allocated departments once produced and to prevent any unwarranted deviation from it.
• Liaising with Customer Services, Purchasing, Production, Engineering and Stores departments in respect of customer orders and procurement of materials, both nationally and internationally.

RAF SUPPLIER (Feb 1982 – Mar 1994) Royal Air Force
RAF Supply Squadrons, managing all aspects of supply chain requirements in worldwide locations, such as the Falklands, Belize, Northern Ireland, Germany, Cyprus and the Gulf these responsibilities included:
• Manual and computerised stock control of over 100,000 line items in excess of £40 million
• Effective stock management and re-supply of military operational materials and personnel
• Receipt and distribution of equipment throughout the world in support of RAF Operations
• Conformed to the regulations governing Dangerous Air Cargo, IMDG, ADR, COSHH and Health and Safety Regulations
• Represented the RAF at Football, Rugby and Boxing.

Formal Education at Thomas Percy RC School, Northumberland

• GCE: English Language, English Literature
• CSE, Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Science, Biology, Woodwork/Tech Drawing.
• RAF: Further Education: Mathematics and English Language


Seismic Qualifications & Experience:

Driving License/Professional Licenses:

Full British / HGV ll / Forklift up to 10 ton RITIB
Offshore Crane Operator cert / FRC/Workboat Coxswain
In date for BOSIET and Offshore Medical Certificates

proficient with Microsoft Office ,word and excel

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