Jonathan Thornton
El Paso,TX
Summary
Dedicated professional with 20 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, including 6 years on inland barges with Axxis Drilling, 4 years on jack-up rigs with Seadrill, and 10 years on land rigs with Patterson UTI Drilling. Proven ability to adapt to various drilling environments, ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations. Committed to achieving successful outcomes while fostering growth and development in team members. Expertise in implementing best practices to enhance operational performance. Results-driven Rig Manager with expertise in operations management, safety compliance, and cost control. Proven track record of enhancing crew performance and reducing incidents through effective communication and problem-solving. Accomplished Rig Manager with a strong focus on safety compliance and performance assessment. Known for fostering a culture of safety and collaboration, driving team success through effective training and clear communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Driller / Rig Manager
Patterson UTI Drilling
Tyler / Midland, Texas
12.2016 - Current
- Directed drilling operations to elevate performance and optimize efficiency on various rigs.
- Enforced safety protocols resulting in substantial reduction of incidents and improved crew safety adherence.
- Oversee expenditures and uphold fiscal accountability to reduce avoidable expenses.
- Prepared detailed reports on drilling operations, highlighting performance and areas for improvement.
- Oversee maintenance on Equipment and help insure it was completed properly to help improve overall drilling performance and reduced downtime.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance team skills and improve overall crew performance.
- Trained new personnel on rig operations, safety practices, and emergency response procedures.
- Established a culture of safety by promoting best practices and encouraging open dialogue among crew members.
- Resolved operational challenges by collaborating with engineering teams to implement effective solutions.
- Evaluated performance data to identify trends and implement corrective actions for continuous improvement.
- Resolved issues between personnel involving clear impacts on successful rig activities.
- Resolved any conflicts between crew members or between crew members and management.
- Investigated incidents involving personnel or equipment failure on the rig while identifying corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Organized drills simulating emergency situations such as fires or blowouts in order to prepare personnel for real-life events.
- Coordinated with clients to ensure their expectations were met or exceeded.
- Enforced company policy related to safety protocols while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to ensure adequate levels of supplies were maintained at all times.
- Performed regular inspections of the rig to identify potential issues before they become problems.
- Supervised a team of up to 20 workers, providing guidance and instruction when needed.
- Conducted performance reviews of crew members in order to identify areas needing improvement or additional training needs.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
- Performed routine maintenance on all drilling equipment.
- Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
- Managed rig move and drilling operations.
- Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime between jobs.
- Supervised a team of workers who assisted with various aspects of the drilling process.
- Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
Education
High School Diploma -
House Academy
Meridian, MS01-1998
Skills
- Operations management
- Asset maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Performance assessment
- Incident analysis
- Inventory management
- Cost control
- Client engagement
- Process troubleshooting
- Team supervision
- Problem solving
- Clear communication
- Drilling operations
- Equipment maintenance
- Effective communication
Timeline
Driller / Rig Manager
Patterson UTI Drilling
12.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
House Academy