Christopher Beathard

Rig Manager

Big E Drilling

Houston, Texas

05.2012 - Current

Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce downtime on-site.
Coordinated logistics for equipment transportation and maintenance activities effectively.
Coordinated with clients to ensure their expectations were met or exceeded.
Managed personnel and activities to set up rigs for efficient, safe operations.
Enforced company policy related to safety protocols while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Resolved issues between personnel involving clear impacts on successful rig activities.
Maintained records of maintenance activities on the rig, including repairs, inspections.
Assisted in recruiting new employees for positions on the rig as necessary.
Established and coordinated radio communications between short-based and off-shore personnel.
Oversaw inventory management processes to ensure adequate levels of supplies were maintained at all times.
Assessed rig operations regularly to identify compliance or performance issues.
Prepared reports summarizing daily activities on the rig for senior management review.
Conducted performance reviews of crew members in order to identify areas needing improvement or additional training needs.
Collaborated with other departments within the organization regarding logistical planning for future projects.
Maintained rig safety with dedicated monitoring and oversight strategies.
Ensured all personnel were properly trained in safety procedures and equipment use.
Resolved any conflicts between crew members or between crew members and management.
Reviewed data generated from drilling operations to ensure accuracy and quality control standards were met.
Provided technical support during drilling operations as required.
Monitored progress of work on the rig and ensured adherence to safety regulations and environmental policies.
Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Supervised drilling operations ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
Managed rig crew scheduling and task assignments for optimal workflow efficiency.
Trained new personnel on rig operations, safety practices, and emergency procedures.