CRISTIANO MASSANGA
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Driller with proven expertise at Boart Longyear Drilling, enhancing operational efficiency through effective equipment maintenance and team leadership. Skilled in well control management and committed to safety compliance, I successfully reduced downtime and fostered a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring project success and team collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Driller
Boart Longyear Drilling
Phoenix, AZ
04.2021 - Current
- Supervised drilling operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained junior staff on drilling techniques, safety protocols, and equipment handling procedures.
- Monitored drilling progress and provided real-time updates to senior management for informed decision-making.
- Collaborated with geologists to interpret data and optimize drill site selection for project success.
- Led safety audits to identify potential hazards and implemented corrective measures to enhance workplace safety.
- Streamlined reporting processes for daily drilling activities, improving communication across teams and stakeholders.
- Reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance on drilling equipment and promptly addressing malfunctions.
- Participated in rig-up/rig-down processes, facilitating efficient transitions between different project phases or locations.
- Trained new crew members on proper drilling techniques, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
- Conducted regular safety inspections on equipment, eliminating potential hazards before they could cause accidents or downtime.
- Increased safety awareness through conducting thorough pre-job safety meetings and consistently adhering to company protocols.
- Assisted in the successful completion of drilling projects by effectively collaborating with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork and cooperation by actively participating in team-building activities and fostering positive relationships with colleagues.
- Optimized drill string configurations for maximum performance while maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Contributed to increased operational efficiency by providing valuable input during planning meetings and suggesting improvements where necessary.
- Kept abreast of industry advancements, continuously updating skills and knowledge to stay ahead in the competitive drilling market.
- Supported well control activities by quickly identifying potential issues and taking appropriate action to resolve them.
- Enhanced drilling efficiency by implementing proper drilling techniques and maintaining equipment.
- Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
- Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Trained and supervised all site personnel.
- Coordinated and managed all rig moving operations
- Monitored, executed, and documented drilling operations on conventional jack-up rigs and cyber-rigs
- Managed rig sub-contractors to maintain safe and efficient operations of rig equipment.
- Managed project components such as rig operations, providing quotations, equipment management, and HSE compliance.
- Conducted safety inspections and risk assessments before and during drilling operations to determine adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Trained new workers to apply proper drilling techniques and comply with safety procedures.
- Developed and implemented emergency response plan to increase preparedness and prompt response.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lexington, KY06.2018
Skills
- Drill string assembly
- Well control management
- Team leadership
- Drilling parameter optimization
- Tripping operations
- Drilling fluids management
- Bit selection and optimization
- Physical stamina and strength
- Quality control procedures
- Coaching and mentoring
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Emergency response planning
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Technical report writing
- Formation evaluation
- Bottom hole assembly design
- Pressure control systems
- Environmental compliance
- Torque and drag analysis
- Rig equipment selection
- Hole cleaning techniques
- Drill pipe handling
- Drilling operations expertise
- First aid and CPR certified
- Operational safety procedures
- Safety trained
- Equipment maintenance and operation
- Safety compliance
- Vehicle maintenance
- Emergency procedures
- Type tool maintenance
- Type product expert
- Drill rig inspection
- GPS proficiency
- Drilling oversight
- Core drilling
- Pressure control
- Able to lift number lbs
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Well installation
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Rig operation
- Material handling
- Decision-making
- Inspection skills
- Relationship building
- Safety procedures
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Machine maintenance
- Site preparation
- Task prioritization
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Goal setting
- Risk assessment
- Interpersonal communication
- Quality control
- Environmental awareness
- Data recording
- Hydraulic systems
- Record keeping
- Continuous improvement
- Physical stamina
- Adaptability
- Written communication
- Precision measurement
Certification
MSHA , CPR
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Driller
Boart Longyear Drilling
04.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Bluegrass Community And Technical College