Afonso Ngola
Richmond,TX
Summary
Accomplished FPSO and subsea operations leadership with over 10 years of experience in managing upstream and midstream projects, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance. Expertise in overseeing commissioning, production, and maintenance of FPSO and subsea equipment, leading cross-functional teams to exceed operational goals. Proven ability to reduce downtime and increase production efficiency through strategic planning and effective risk management. Strong track record in optimizing safety protocols, achieving significant reductions in incidents. Skilled in managing complex development project subsea installations, maintenance, and interventions, driving results under challenging conditions. Adept at developing streamlined processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring adherence to industry regulations and best practices. Accountable for Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management, operational and production, emergency response, leadership, and technical integrity of the facility.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
House Manager
UBUNTU CARE
Portland, Maine
01.2023 - Current
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from Management, Guardians, Case Manager, PCP office, Pharmacy and hospitals.
- Supervise a team of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of residents, often individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
- Staff supervision and scheduling, implementing resident-specific support plan, medication management, coordinating medical appointments, maintaining household budget and supplies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing direct care and support to residents.
- Fostering a positive environment, managing performance, and acting as a liaison between residents, guardians, case managers and healthcare providers.
- Key Responsibilities: Staff Management & Residents Care, Team Building & Leadership, Logistical coordination, Planning & Scheduling, Scheduled Residents Appointment, Communication & Reporting, Budget Management, Safety & Healthcare Management, Order Residents Medication, Planning Resident Community Activities, Transportation & Groceries, Administrative Tasks, Coordination and State Compliance.
FPSO Superintendent/Onboard Company Representative (OBR)
Eni Angola SPA
Offshore_Soyo_Block 15/06 Angola West Africa
01.2018 - 12.2022
- Managed operations of the FPSO, leading a team of over 120 crew members while enforcing stringent safety protocols and operational procedures to ensure smooth facility functioning.
- Coordinate installation work activities, enhancing productivity and maintaining a safety incident rate below industry norms.
- Implement strategic planning to exceed production targets, aligning resource allocation with annual revenue goals.
- Revise anti-corruption policies, improving compliance through reinforced internal controls and staff training.
- Oversee permit-to-work systems and SIMOPS management to minimize risks and promote safe working environments.
- Accountable to ensure the compliance with the Compliance Assurance Management Systems (CAMS), the Case for Safety and Health and Welfare of all personnel onboard the facility (FPSO).
- A safe and efficient offshore operation, the maintenance of technical integrity, compliance with safe operating practices.
- Environmental and legislative requirements. Fulfilling the risk management requirements by ensuring all risks in the operation and maintenance of the facility are identified and procedures are established and implemented.
- Managing the human resources available onboard the facility to maintain a flexibility and efficient work culture.
- Managing the facility onboard management budget, prepare accounts and financial reports, control of costs and oversee the operation of the purchasing system.
- Managing and coordinating any Emergency Response.
- Achieved 15% reduction in downtime through an effective maintenance strategy, boosting overall production efficiency.
- Played pivotal role in optimizing safety protocols, leading to a 20% decrease in safety incidents.
- Fostered a collaborative and results-driven environment by mentoring a multidisciplinary team.
Subsea Operations Supervisor
Eni Angola SPA
Offshore_Soyo_Block 15/06 Angola, West Africa
01.2012 - 12.2017
- Managed subsea operations for FPSO projects, including commissioning, start-up, and regular production processes within the oil and gas industry.
- Supervised surface and ROV operations, routine testing, maintenance, and emergency procedures to secure facilities from unexpected events.
- Oversaw fabrication and commissioning of subsea equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated subsea intervention operations, onshore/offshore commissioning, and wells production management.
- Utilized expertise to enhance flow assurance and project efficiency, while leading cross-functional teams in a high-stakes environment.
- Coordinated team of third party (subsea vendors) activities, consumable inventory, control and signed off their timesheets, not limited to their mob and de-mobilization.
- Successfully executed a major subsea installation project involving trees, manifolds, and flow lines, increasing production efficiency by 10% and completing ahead of schedule and under budget.
- Developed a streamlined subsea inspection process, reducing inspection time by 20% and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Led risk assessment and engineering collaboration to resolve subsea pipeline integrity issues, preventing potential production delays and ensuring operational safety.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment leading to flawless subsea maintenance activities, maintaining high safety standards and incident-free operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Atlantic International University
(online Study), Honolulu, HI11-2013
Operations Training Specialist - Oil & Gas Industry Technology
Texas State Technical College
Waco, TX12-2003
High School Diploma -
Instituto Nacional De Petroleos
Sumbe, Angola12-1999
Skills
- Project development
- Regulatory Compliance
- HSE
- Project Lifecycle Oversight
- FPSO Operations Management
- Risk and Logistic Management
- Communication and Reporting
- Subsea Operations Management
Accomplishments
- Supervising team of 7 staff members at my current work and without major recordable incident for the last 3 years.
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
House Manager
UBUNTU CARE
01.2023 - Current
FPSO Superintendent/Onboard Company Representative (OBR)
Eni Angola SPA
01.2018 - 12.2022
Subsea Operations Supervisor
Eni Angola SPA
01.2012 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Atlantic International University
Operations Training Specialist - Oil & Gas Industry Technology
Texas State Technical College
High School Diploma -
Instituto Nacional De Petroleos
Key Accomplishments
- Safety and Compliance, Superheated initiatives to improve the safety culture resulting in 100% reduction in Lost Time Injury (LTI) over 36 months period. Successfully managed an external regulatory audit with zero major non-conformities by implementing new safety protocols and training programs. Developed and implemented new emergency evacuation procedures upon management approval, leaded to reduce response time by 30% during drills.
- Environmental Compliance and Regulations, Optimized process assets resulting in zero routine flaring of over 7 days, adhering to national and international regulations as recommended by the World Bank’s.
- Operational Efficiency and Production, Optimized production, exceeding annual production target by 10% through process improvements and equipment reliability enhancements. Managed the commissioning and start-up of the first oil, bringing three wells online 22 days ahead of schedule. Proposed to management the change of the Maintenance leadership staffing onboard, leaded to increasing equipment reliability and reduced unplanned downtime by 15% after proposal implementation.
- Cost Savings and Project Management, Managed the operational budget, identifying cost-saving measures that reduced operational expenditures by 5% annually. Oversaw a major topside and subsea modification project, completing the work within budget and with zero safety incidents.
- Leadership and Training, Monitored and developed local talent, contributing to the promotion of over 10 personnel into the supervisory roles. Led a multicultural team of over 120 personnel, ensuring effective communication and high motivation in a demanding environment.