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General Manager
AstraEnergyGeneral Manager
Sep. 2023Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaSetup a technology solutions business to source Green oilfield equipment from North America and Europe for clients in MENA / APAC regions. Focusing on providing environment-friendly solutions to help eliminate GHG emissions from oilfield operations. In the process of setting up representation agreements with targeted technology providers for the regions of interest.
Business Manager
Astra5TradingBusiness Manager
Jul. 2023Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaSetup an international trading business.
Inside Sales Representative
Viking Instrument and Control LtdInside Sales Representative
Jan. 2023 - Mar. 2023Edmonton, AB, CanadaWorked as Inside Sales Rep for Parker and Ashcroft instrumentation product lines Prepared quotes, entered PO’s and followed through the process till invoicing and delivery Issued PO’s to vendors based on outstanding customer orders
Operations Manager
Camco Oilfield ServicesOperations Manager
Sep. 2018 - Jul. 2022Re-joined Camco in Libya as head of operations with the remit to rebuild the company operational capabilities diminished by the prolonged civil war in the country. • Officiated as head of Operations Change Management Team to implement new technology solutions in QHSSE, Digitalization and Process Improvement. • Acted as project director to introduce latest niche technology services in Libya for Well Integrity Management tools offered by an international vendor. • Managed integration of BHGE Services with Camco operations for a short JV. • Oversaw the seamlessly integration of Weatherford wireline services into Camco operations as a long term JV partner.
Manager - Business Development & Operations
Black Gold Oilfield ServicesManager - Business Development & Operations
Aug. 2015 - Aug. 2018BGOS is a provider of niche hi-tech O&G services and products, currently representing TGT’s services in Pakistan. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Identification of international JV opportunities for services in Pakistan. - Marketing & Sales of Company’s portfolio of services to the local E&P companies. - Oversight of the Company’s ongoing operations in Pakistan.
Business Development - Middle East / Far East Regions
NOV ElmarBusiness Development - Middle East / Far East Regions
Mar. 2013 - Jul. 2015Looked after the Middle East and Far East Regions with respect to business development efforts in conjunction with the sales organization of the respective regions. • Developed strong relationships with key personnel in the big 4 service companies as well as major local and regional wireline/slickline companies across the regions covered (ME/FE). • Key contacts in the major Multinational companies were within Wireline/Perforating segments at Country Manager, Operations Manager and Asset Manager levels. • Developed relationships within the E&P companies (both NOC & IOC) operating their internal wireline service sections for direct equipment sales. • Identified potential requirements from the client side during regular visits and provided them all support to help make the procurement decision in company’s favor. • Successfully brought significant revenue to the company which would have otherwise been lost to the competition. • Key successes include: o SGS (Global procurement UAE) – Managed to get their entire WL equipment order to NOV from competition. Generated over $10M in revenue in 2 years. o Geowell (Malaysia) – Managed to convince the Geowell Management to use Elmar for their PCE and SL Tools requirements for the Pan Malaysia tender awarded to them, resulting in equipment sales to Geowell in excess of $2M. o Elnusa (Indonesia) – Proposed custom solutions to Elnusa for their equipment requirements which met their needs and have since ordered similar units from NOV in excess of $5M and more are expected to replace the existing fleet. o Chevron (Thailand) – After multiple negotiation sessions, managed to get the relationship with Chevron to a level of preferred supplier for their wireline equipment requirements. Finalized deals for sale of multiple winch units, PCE and control modules in 2014.
Operations Manager / Acting GM
Camco Oilfield ServicesOperations Manager / Acting GM
Jul. 2007 - Feb. 2013Acting General Manager (Sep. 2011 – Feb. 2013) Returned to Libya immediately after the capture of Tripoli by the NTC forces in order to take stock of the situation on the ground and plan for restarting of operational activities. • Consolidated all company assets to operations bases from various storage locations. • Negotiated compensation reviews with local staff to meet new post-revolution expectations and was successful in averting shutdown strikes in Camco. • Managed the transition period with daily multiple challenges up to the point where the company was able to bring back expats to Libya to resume full operational activities. Operations Manager (Jun. 2007 – Feb. 2013) In-charge of Camco operational activities covering various service segments generating over $20 million annual revenue. Operations included the following service segments: • Slickline Services • Logging and Perforating Services • Surface Well Testing • DST, TCP & ESP Responsibilities included P&L management, Service Quality management, CAPEX and OPEX procurement planning, Human Resource planning, recruitment and development. • Managed to grow Camco to be the largest Slickline and the second largest Well Testing company in Libya while maintaining excellent service quality. • Expanded the company’s service offering to make Camco a comprehensive oilfield services company by successfully adding new services as well as adding to the resource base of existing services. • Served as the key point of contact between field sites, operations, management and technology providers. • Helped create procedures, policies and training materials to implement the new technologies within the company operational framework. • Empowered, supported and encouraged field managers to own the new processes, procedures and services offered within their areas of expertise to accelerate the buy-in process as grassroots level. • Instituted ISO 9001 and ISO 18001 and monitored regular adherence to the protocols.
Base Manager
WeatherfordBase Manager
Jun. 2006 - Jun. 2007Look after day-to-day operations of the base in Iran. Plan personnel and equipment availability to ensure coverage for all operational requirements from the assigned clients. Ensure training and development of personnel in order to fulfil operational needs.
Founding Partner
Seepage SolutionsFounding Partner
Aug. 2004 - Jun. 2006Introduced PVC Geo-membranes as lining material in Pakistan. Provided Geo-membrane supply and installation services for various government / private projects in Pakistan. Responsible for marketing, sales and operational activities of the business. Sold business to partner in 2006
Partner / Operations Manager
Minuteman PressPartner / Operations Manager
Sep. 1999 - Jun. 2004Printing Franchise. Looked after the in-side sales, graphic design, job planning and delivery functions. Ensured operational readiness of all hardware. Looked after purchasing of paper and supplies to ensure hindrance free work flow. Became sleeping partner from July 2004 till sale of business in March 2008.
Account Manager (Various prior international field assignments)
SchlumbergerAccount Manager (Various prior international field assignments)
Jan. 1991 - Jun. 1999Account Manager/ Relief FSM, Karachi, Pakistan – (1997-1999) Responsible for supporting clients and operations in the south of Pakistan including provision of operations, technical and logistics support to the remote operations base in the interior of Sindh province generating, on average, US$ 6 million in annual revenues. • Maintained excellent client relationships with the main Karachi based client (BP). This was recognized by the client in various meetings with the regional management of Schlumberger. • Provided wide range of support services (e.g., coordination of training seminars) to Karachi-based clients, including BP, LASMO, HUNT, OGDC and PPL.. Field Engineer, Aberdeen, UK – (1993-1997), Bergen, Norway – (1991-1993) Responsible for planning, coordinating, supervision and followup of all assigned projects for various clients across the North Sea. Cited by Operations Manager as well as clients for meticulous planning and trouble-free operations. • Expert in Cased Hole Logging and Perforating operations using all conveyance methods including wireline, drill pipe and coiled tubing. • Played key role in successfully establishing the Schlumberger’s “Flagship” suite of Cased Hole Logging services for horizontal wells, in North Sea, by spearheading all flagship operations across the region as well as conducting the initial jobs in Oman. • Performed wide range of Cased Hole product development and training tasks including: • Helped Schlumberger become a leader in HSE management systems for wireline operations by pioneering development of risk assessment for wireline logging operations. A first of its kind industry-wide exercise which was a critical step in enabling the clients to meet governmental safety requirements for offshore installations. • Proficient in both Open Hole and Cased Hole logging operations.
Air Quality Engineer
Kern County Air Pollution Control District, Bakersfield, CA, USAAir Quality Engineer
Jun. 1990 - Dec. 1990My first professional job. Worked as Air Quality Engineer, processing applications from small businesses that would add to air pollution in the District.

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