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Puvethra Nair G.

Puvethra Nair G.

WELL ENGINEER

Summary

Experienced and environmentally conscious Well Engineer with a solid track record in various stages of oil and gas drilling operations, including offshore projects. With 15 years of industry experience, possesses a deep understanding of the complexities and challenges involved in this field. Expertise lies in ensuring efficient and sustainable drilling practices, while adhering to strict environmental regulations. Skilled in implementing innovative technologies and techniques to optimize operations, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings. Committed to safety and environmental stewardship, strives to make a positive impact on the industry by promoting sustainable practices and minimizing the ecological footprint of drilling activities.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Well Integrity Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
01.2024 - Current
  • Lead the registration and application of Novel Technology FIRST in PETRONAS– Time Activated Sealant (TAS) in 2 applications for Control Line Abandonment & Void Area Rectification. Successfully implemented TAS offering reliable solution enhancing well integrity and potentially extending the life of assets. Presented the TAS Application in various SPE events and ADIPEC for knowledge transfer and lesson learnt sharing between operators and service providers.
  • Delivered excellence in tasks beyond expectation as a Well Integrity Engineer by showcasing attentiveness and value-driven mindset to ensure business continuity, contributing outstanding value creations of RM2.1mil of cost avoidance.
  • Delivered successful adoption of premium sealant to prolong Christmas Tree Corrective Maintenance Change Out (MYR1.81mil) and reducing the frequency for maintenance activities
  • Optimized the Condition and Risk Based Maintenance (MYR378k) and Inventory Management by Borrow and Return Approach for Long Lead Item and One Time use equipment from other Operators Inventory (MYR 481k).
  • Effectively implemented well integrity solutions across multiple sites within tight timelines demanded exceptional coordination and resource management to avoid disruptions in ongoing operations.
  • Established dynamic Inventory Management which require close collaboration with operators to secure long-lead items and one-time-use equipment on short notice.
  • Developed Data-Driven Maintenance Prioritization: The shift to Condition and Risk-Based Maintenance involved rigorous data monitoring to make informed, risk-based decisions on equipment health, adding complexity to traditional maintenance planning. This resulted in precision-driven approach with tailored applications which enabled resource optimization, significant cost savings, and improved asset integrity, ensuring consistent, high-quality well operations across multiple platforms.
  • Demonstrated steadfast commitment to operational excellence and integrity by leading the Audit & Assurance initiatives across fields achieving an impressive 98% compliance in rigorous assessments and reinforcing PETRONAS' standards of safety and reliability in well integrity operations

Well Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Optimized engineering process by implementing innovative solutions and streamlining workflow
  • Team lead for Well Intervention and Integrity Change Architecture, developed the Focus Area on Process Improvement, Collaborative Solution, Database & Digitalization and Knowledge Management resulting 26 deliverables arching on the standardization of well intervention technical assurance process and strong collaboration with various stakeholders across PETRONAS Upstream.
  • Collaborated on interdisciplinary teams to develop creative, cost effective solutions for complex projects resulting in remarkable improvement in Production Enhancement success rate from 85% in 2021 to 89% in 2022 to 93% in 2023 for oil and gas with significantly lower cost of MYR22/bbl vs Plan MYR 38/bbl.
  • Successfully developed cost estimates and Well Cost Generation of 7.26 kbopd and 89.40 mmscfd with 150 strings YEP in 2022
  • Facilitated knowledge sharing session on latest engineering trends and successfully aligned the Deferment Management under Subsurface Category. As thereat Lead, enhanced the integration between regional assets, Wells and Upstream on the Deep Dive Systemic issues to improve the Well Quit Inventory and reduction of Well Quit inventory by 5% against 2021, lowest in history for the past 5 years.
  • Streamlined project delivery process by implementing agile methodologies by developing the Power BI dashboard for Monthly Subsurface Deferment resulting in improvement of Business Process Efficiency (BPE) by 17% on manhours.
  • Appointed as the Well Intervention Technical Professional Council in collaboration with technical experts to improve the Well Integrity Performance and Well Healthiness.
  • Conducted detailed research and analysis to identify potential improvements in engineering methods and completed 8 new technologies with estimated value creation of USD 68mil.
  • Presented technical findings and published 3 technical bulletins (Well Integrity Assurance Guideline, Well Intervention Planning and Operating Procedures and Wellhead Maintenance Procedure.
  • Led cross-functional teams to innovate on product design, enhancing user experience and functionality Proprietary, Licensed & Technology Assessment (PLTA) in Wells

Well Intervention Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
07.2015 - 12.2020
  • Installed the first Thru Tubing ESP New Technology Application in Single Tubing Bokor successfully and replicated the technology in dual string in Tukau successfully
  • Stationed in all 3 region (PMA, SKO and SBO) for brief attachment
  • Played pivotal role in maintaining the Well Integrity and Well Intervention PETRONAS standard, procedures, and processes for Malaysia Intervention activities
  • Provided technical guidance and solutions to Well Integrity and Intervention operation for rigless operation via technical reviews
  • Enforced requirement for every Well Intervention Operation to include complete detailed programs to maintain safe and efficient execution of the operation within budget
  • Established relationship with contractors to keep up with new intervention technologies
  • Initiated and facilitated Root Cause Failure Analysis for 2016 Intervention activities
  • Led a team of 5 to establish Integrated Idle Well Reactivation within deadline
  • Led and trained two new-entry engineers and 3 interns for 6 months

Well Site Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
07.2014 - 07.2016
  • Successfully delivered PETRONAS' First High Pressure High Temperature (HPHT) Development Well, KN-B4
  • The well was spudded on December 6, 2014 and completed on May 31, 2015 utilizing the jack up rig – Deep Driller III safely
  • The well has met all well objectives and completed within approved well budget
  • Ensured all material orders tally with the received order by inspecting loading thoroughly upon reaching the rig and avoided potential series of Non-Productive-Time (NPT)
  • Delivered successful cementing operation during night shifts
  • Effectively prepared timely management reports during critical operation
  • Developed leadership skills through supervising critical operation such as running tubular and cementing which required working with many service providers in a fast-paced work environment
  • Improved communication skills through work experience with international rig crew and contractors by clearly delivering instruction and suggestions

Drilling Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
07.2013 - 07.2014
  • Designed HPHT well with bottomhole pressure exceeding 12,200 psi (840 bar) and planned depth of 15,662ft (4,774m)
  • Sourced and negotiated pricing for odd sized tangibles
  • Slashed 30% of tangible costs by negotiating actual pricing while ensuring the quality of services
  • Prepared drilling, cementing programs, casing policy, bit selection and drilling fluid plans with assistance from senior drilling engineer and service companies
  • Facilitated meetings with contractors on a daily basis to ensure safety compliance and best practices for drilling operations and site work

All Rounded Drilling Engineer Program (ARD)

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
06.2010 - 07.2013
  • Completed 15 offshore trips on various rig type to oversee various drilling operation including;-
  • Zuhal East Appraisal Well – Completion and Well Testing on a Jack up rig,DD-III
  • Rig Move phase on semi-submersible rig, Naga-1
  • Angsi Development Well – Completion phase on tender assisted drilling rig,KM-1
  • Falcon Exploration Well – Drilling phase on drill ship, DDKG-2
  • Attended 17 classroom trainings as well as coaching and mentoring by in-house technical coaches, covering well engineering, well construction, drilling fluids, well completion, well intervention and HSE
  • Detail of training shall be provided if required

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Chemical

University Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)

Skills

Effective Time Management

Affiliations

  • Society of Petroleum (SPE)
  • Boards of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)
  • Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM)

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.

Interests

Power BI

Big Data Management

Timeline

First Aid, CPR, AED Certification - American Red Cross.

06-2024

Basic Offshore Safety Induction & Emergency Training (BOSIET) – OPITO.

05-2024

Well Integrity Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
01.2024 - Current

Well Control Certification – International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC).

01-2024

Well Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
01.2021 - 12.2022

Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.

01-2019

Well Intervention Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
07.2015 - 12.2020

Well Site Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
07.2014 - 07.2016

Drilling Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
07.2013 - 07.2014

All Rounded Drilling Engineer Program (ARD)

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
06.2010 - 07.2013

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Chemical

University Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)
Puvethra Nair G.WELL ENGINEER