Godwyn Axel FOUTY
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Summary
Experienced Production & Project Engineer with over 20 years of experience in Oil and Gas. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving HSSE culture. Enthusiastic eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Production operations and maintenance and training in managing people. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in oil and gas industry.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer
Assala Gabon
04.2021 - Current
- Management of technical and engineering projects within north area
- Actually supporting Drilling and workover campaign, Responsible for preparing arrival of Rigs on location, in terms of civil engineering works, impact notices, waste management etc...
- In charge of connecting new drilled wells to guarantee optimal, stress-free production
- In charge of projects cost management in process of estimating, budgeting and controlling costs throughout project life cycle, with objective of keeping expenditures within approved budget
- Study of optimal pipeline route with aim of reducing hookup costs, while respecting safety standards
- In charge of setting up conversion of gaslifted wells into ESP wells.
- Increased project efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions. Review and optimization of quality control protocols.
- Review of welding processes to accelerate connection of wells to gathering stations
- Designed and implemented quality control processes to facilitate customer satisfaction.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms, resulting in cost savings for the company.
- Identified technical risks within managed projects.
- Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
- Successfully implemented alternative to purchasing materials, resulting in savings of tens of millions of dollars for the company
Koula Onshore Installation Manager
Assala Gabon
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Responsible for day-to-day Operations of Koula area - Including field, wells, facilities, infrastructure, and Koula Camp
- Production increased from 10,000 Bopd to 14,000 Bopd on average, by optimizing and stabilize field and installations.
- Responsible for a multidisciplinary team of 100 people
- Efficiently manage wells, facilities and assets whilst maintaining overall Technical Integrity, far beyond previous defined operating envelopes
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders, maintaining transparency throughout the daily operations.
- No LTI during this period in Koula PPF and Field
- Successful commissioning of three new drilled wells
- Successfully put the Damier field into production, transporting production by truck, while guaranteeing the safety of facilities and people.
- Successful commissioning of third HP compressor down for long period
- Implementation of many successful projects, such as new water tanks, improvement of the water drainage of the Heater Treater, the installation of the gas generator of the camp, the installation of new compressors for instrument air, from project initiation, to execution on site
- Improved overall efficiency within the department by implementing standardized procedures that streamlined workflows across multiple projects.
- Cost control and reduction, for example, by optimizing the consumption of chemical products, to avoid waste or reducing fuel consumption for camp electricty by installing a gas generator (from produced gas).
- HSE Champion within the Awoun concession area to manage activities in conformance with Company HSE Policy.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality workmanship.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Successfully reorganized all critical documentation on the Koula site.
- Finalization at lower costs of the construction of the Koula Workshop, the barbecue area, and the staff recreation area
Toucan Onshore Installation Manager
Assala Gabon
12.2017 - 01.2019
- Responsible for day-to-day Operations of Toucan concession area - Including field, wells, facilities, infrastructure, and camp
- Maintaining field production above 14,000 Bopd, well beyond business plan
- Responsible for multidisciplinary team of 80 people
- Accountable for maintaining stable production within envelopes to maximize daily hydrocarbon production with minimal flaring and aligned with operating philosophy of field
- Efficiently manage wells, facilities and assets whilst maintaining overall Technical Integrity within defined operating envelopes
- Completed 0 LTI during this period
- Successfully renewed ISO14001 asset certification
- Successful conversion of Tou-28 well from oil producer into gas injector.
- Successfully completed the Toucan development project which consisted of increasing the station's liquid capacity from 33,000 to 40,000 bpd and to accommodate up to 25 MMscfd of compressed gas to allow for an expected increase in GOR later in field life.
The following equipment has been added: New Feed Pre-heater ) upstream of 1st Stage Separator, New Common Suction Scrubber upstream of existing Gas Compressor Packages, New Gas Compressor Package, Replacement Toucan HV Transformers, Instrumented Protective System (IPS) replacement, Fire and Gas (F&G) system upgrade, New Toucan Central Control Room. - Successful implementation of new types of manifold (Multi port Selected Valve), and new gas coning management technology for wells (Gas Breakthrough Controller)
- Responsible for site emergency team.
Toucan Field Superintendent
Shell Gabon
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Responsible for day to day operation of Toucan field - Including wells, facilities, infrastructure, and Toucan Camp
- Primarily and directly responsible to Toucan Asset Lead for maximizing daily Hydrocarbon production targets as per IPP and IAP
- Responsible for ensuring adherence to the Toucan HSS&E Case
- Successful implementation of new technologies for management of high GOR wells. (ICVs: Internal Control Valves)
- Achieved Operating Integrity SG5 (Proactive management)
- Commissioning of 11 new wells drilled
- Completed 10 years with 0 LTI in Toucan Field
- Maintained and promoted high levels of HSSE standards
- Successfully reducing strikes and disruption to local communities and improving relationships.
- Achieve TA3 assessment (Technical authority in Surface Production)
- Assisted with business development efforts by accurately estimating Production costs.
- Participate in Hazop prior Toucan facility upgrade
- Pass Front Line Barrier Management training
(FLBM) - trainer to support teams on site - In charge of reviewing all deviations and FSR (Field Status Report), which allows you to monitor all SCEs on field and Management of Change
Rabi - Toucan Well Analyst
Shell Gabon
12.2011 - 01.2016
- In charge of optimizing production from Well to Surface facilities (Gathering stations) and key part on Well, reservoir and facility management
- Successful Smart Well rehabilitation in Rabi Field
- New Wells commissioning after drilling
- Scraping optimization to reduce deferments and End to End wax management
- Sand management and Well and Surface equipment’s integrity
- Successful SCON (Sand consolidation operations) for several Rabi wells
- In charge of all Rabi & Toucan well tests, validation and quality of results.
- Successful implemented Automatic creaming curves based on well tests validated results.
- Successfullyully participates in Review of operating envelopes and operational limits, resulting in initiation of debottlenecking projects for gathering stations.
- Succesful implementation of automatic gaslift re-allocation system when a compressor is lost, to maintain an optimal level of production.
- Monitoring integrity of installations, to prevent major process safety accidents.
- Management of so-called sand wells (sand management) and implementation of sand production monitoring tool, with aim of maintaining integrity of flowlines and separators
Rabi Central Station Senior Operator
Shell Gabon
05.2008 - 12.2011
- Operates the plant, utilities and equipment used for processing
- Prepares plant and equipment for maintenance in the Rabi Central Station
- Carries out regular site checks and risk assessments before starting work
- Evaluated and updated standard operating procedures regularly, incorporating new industry best practices to stay ahead of the competition.
- Managed production operator team and share knowledge
- Optimized workflow by cross-training operators on multiple machines, allowing for increased flexibility in personnel assignments as needed.
- Reports any breaches of safety procedures to supervision / management
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency while maintaining high-quality output standards.
- Provides support as part of the installation emergency response team
- Led a team of operators, delegating tasks effectively and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Successful implementation of Operating Integrity in Rabi Central station
- Supported company growth by consistently meeting or exceeding production targets and contributing to a positive work environment for all team members.
- Met aggressive project deadlines and production goals by implementing Lean methodologies.
- Successful implementation of MIE (Maintenance Integrity & Execution) process in Rabi Central Station
- PTW champion in Rabi CS
- Lead yearly Central Station Turnaround Shutdown.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Improved safety standards within the facility by enforcing strict adherence to guidelines and providing ongoing training to staff.
- Maintained accurate records of production data and generated reports for management review on a regular basis.
- Reduced downtime for equipment maintenance by conducting regular inspections and proactive repairs.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
Gamba Terminal Senior Operator
Shell Gabon
03.2004 - 05.2008
- Responsible for the safe and efficient operation, start-up/shutdown of production/ separation system, Gas compressor, produced water treatment and disposal system, Loading and lifting operations, Gas import from Gas well (M'bende)
- In charge of day to day operations, manages Emergencies for all Gamba town
- Recognition award received for Gamba production improvement. Production increased from 6000 to 12000Bopd, just by stabilizing the gaslift compressors
- Successful commissioning of new DCS in Gamba
- Successful commissioning of Gaslift Compressors Automation
- Improved ISF efficiency by reduction of OIW in water disposal
- Successful planning and scheduling of yearly gamba terminal turnaround Shutdown.
Mud Logger
Geoservices
07.2002 - 03.2004
- In charge of Monitoring and recording drilling activity, providing information to the drilling team about a well's status during Drilling operations.
- Several wells drilled both onshore (Perenco Gabon, PanAfrican...) and offshore (Total Gabon, Marathon, ENI...)
- Also, collect and analysis of mud sample using a range of equipment and laboratory techniques.
- Successful implementation of a new technology, Reserval, for continuous and fast measurement of C1 to C5 components, and brings extra scope for added-value interpretation for formation evaluation from gas while drilling data.
- Installation, calibration, and maintenance of instruments used to collect drilling parameters such as speed of rotation, weight on bit, rate of penetration, oil and gas shows, pit levels, cutting rate, mud-flow rate..
- Predict dangerous situations, such as over-pressured formations or H2S releases.
- Assist the wellsite geologist during coring operations.
- Successful completed several wells with 0 LTI.
Field Technician Maxpro (Cased Hole Logging)
Schlumberger SA Gabon
07.2001 - 03.2002
- Performing wireline logging operations on cased hole wells both on- and off-shore
- Run PLTs tools in safe manner. Perform hazard analysis and risk identification; expertly addressing HSE concerns
- Well Control and safe use of Wellhead Pressure Equipment
- Perforating jobs and correlations jobs
- Cement bond logging
- Supervision of Operator crew in the maintenance and preparation of the unit and other assigned equipment such as crane, pressure control equipment and Bottomhole equipment’s
- Basic data interpretations to clients. Build and cultivate long-term quality relationships with customers.
- Provided expert oversight in critical mechanical lifting activities, crane operations on the wellsite.
- Obtained certifications in H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide), Radiation,
Explosives, Unintentional Pulloff Prevention, First Aid, Schlumberger
driver training, and Fork Lift. - Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
- Delivered high-quality work by diligently following standard operating procedures.
- Communicated with supervisor to report progress, discuss issues and seek guidance.
Education
Emergency Preparedness Training
MAH Emergency Response
Blended01.2019
Technical & Operational Professional Programme - Technical Skills, Leadership Skills, And Business
Shell Open University
Blended Learning12.2016
Well, Reservoir And Facility Management
Well, Reservoir And Facility Management Training
Blended Course05.2014
Procédés Et Installations De Production Surface - Surface Production Facilities And Processes in O&G
IFP
Pau, France09.2008
Field Technician Maxpro Certificate - Cased Hole Logging Expert
Shreveport Training Center
Louisiana, United States09.2001
DUES Chimie & Biologie - DU Chemistry For Physicists
Université Des Sciences Et Techniques De Masuku
Franceville, Gabon10.1997
Baccalauréat Série D -
Lycée National Leon Mba
Libreville, Gabon07.1997
Skills
- Problem solving
- Planning
- Organizing
- Team working
- Managing people
- Analytical Thinking
Languages
French
Proficient
C2
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Hobbies
Basketball, coaching young people and sharing my experience.
Reading, and learning new technologies.
Timeline
Project Engineer
Assala Gabon
04.2021 - Current
Koula Onshore Installation Manager
Assala Gabon
01.2019 - 04.2021
Toucan Onshore Installation Manager
Assala Gabon
12.2017 - 01.2019
Toucan Field Superintendent
Shell Gabon
01.2016 - 12.2017
Rabi - Toucan Well Analyst
Shell Gabon
12.2011 - 01.2016
Rabi Central Station Senior Operator
Shell Gabon
05.2008 - 12.2011
Gamba Terminal Senior Operator
Shell Gabon
03.2004 - 05.2008
Mud Logger
Geoservices
07.2002 - 03.2004
Field Technician Maxpro (Cased Hole Logging)
Schlumberger SA Gabon
07.2001 - 03.2002
Emergency Preparedness Training
MAH Emergency Response
Technical & Operational Professional Programme - Technical Skills, Leadership Skills, And Business
Shell Open University
Well, Reservoir And Facility Management
Well, Reservoir And Facility Management Training
Procédés Et Installations De Production Surface - Surface Production Facilities And Processes in O&G
IFP
Field Technician Maxpro Certificate - Cased Hole Logging Expert
Shreveport Training Center
DUES Chimie & Biologie - DU Chemistry For Physicists
Université Des Sciences Et Techniques De Masuku
Baccalauréat Série D -
Lycée National Leon Mba
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