Experience

GeomodL International

• United Arab Emirates
• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Principal Consultant

  • Feb 2016 - Present

  United Arab Emirates I am currently double hatting for GeomodL International. My first role consists in managing the company I created 7 years ago. My role revolves around day to day running of the company, business development (gaining new customers / keeping current customer base tuned on our development / capabilities), formulating growth strategy for the company and translating this plan into reality, introduction of new services and solutions and exploring synergies with complementary, like minded… Show more I am currently double hatting for GeomodL International. My first role consists in managing the company I created 7 years ago. My role revolves around day to day running of the company, business development (gaining new customers / keeping current customer base tuned on our development / capabilities), formulating growth strategy for the company and translating this plan into reality, introduction of new services and solutions and exploring synergies with complementary, like minded companies. My second role as principal Geoconsultant is more technically hands on. I am the expertise holder for petroleum geology and geomodelling for the company. I have delivered numerous Integrated Reservoir Modelling projects and its spin offs (appraisal and development strategies, infill well planning / execution). Recently, I have started to design and deliver Petroleum Geology Field Trip Seminar in the Northern Emirates to illustrate the intricacies of carbonate reservoirs in a Thrust and Fold Belts settings and as analogues to the most prolific reservoirs in the Middle East. I am the creator of the "right modelling concept" that embodies my vision to streamline the integrated reservoir modelling process with more geology in the models (SPE-193073-MS) and the usage of tools that deliver to the point answers where complexity is introduced only when required. Show less



Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition & Conference (company)

• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Technical committee member

  • Mar 2018 - Dec 2021

  Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates In charge of reviewing the technical abstract submissions, design the technical conference program and chair technical sessions during the biggest oil and gas event in the world: the ADIPEC



Malaysian Oil and Gas Service council

• Secretary for the Technology and Innovation Working Group

  • Aug 2016 - Dec 2017

  Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Secretary for the Technology and Innovation Working Group (TIWG) at the Malaysian Oil and Gas Service Council (MOGSC). In this honorary role, I am in charge of providing platform to companies / institutions / bodies for introduction of new technologies and innovations for the benefit of the Oil and Gas industry in Malaysia.



Shell Malaysia EP

• Production Geologist

  • Mar 2013 - Feb 2016

  Miri I was a production geologist in the Sarawak Asset Development Team, in charge of managing Oil and gas fields in the Offshore Sarawak, East Malaysia. My tasks revolved around: 1) Building state of art static geomodels to support effective management of carbonate hydrocarbon fields 2) Planning the development of the most complex thin oil rim project in the Shell portfolio via 6 Extended Reach Driling horizontal wells. 3) Contributing to Reserves booking cycle. 4) Finding… Show more I was a production geologist in the Sarawak Asset Development Team, in charge of managing Oil and gas fields in the Offshore Sarawak, East Malaysia. My tasks revolved around: 1) Building state of art static geomodels to support effective management of carbonate hydrocarbon fields 2) Planning the development of the most complex thin oil rim project in the Shell portfolio via 6 Extended Reach Driling horizontal wells. 3) Contributing to Reserves booking cycle. 4) Finding opportunities to maximize value in green and brown gas fields. 5) Act as office liaison for offshore drilling operation (picking section TD, landing horizontal well, Well placement within reservoir) 6) Being a key member of the GET (Geomodelling Excellence Team) and South East Asia CCoE (Carbonate Center of Expertise) through my modelling skills. 7) Coaching / Teaching less experienced team members to Geomodelling using Petrel. This assignment in one sentence: Shaping up myself as an expert in geomodelling or how to manage complex carbonate fields in the most simple possible way.

• Production Geologist

  • Jul 2007 - Feb 2016

  various Following a successfull assessed internship, I have been hired as permanent staff by Shell International Exploration and Production (SIEP) company. I have started my work on July 2007 and occupied several posts to date:

• Production geologist

  • Jul 2007 - Sep 2007

  Rijswijk I have done my onboarding to Shell during this two months. I have completed a short study on deepwater turbidite reservoirs in the literature. I got introduced to the EP business with the famous Shell 4 weeks course called EP00. This assignment in one sentence: Getting introduced to the big picture or how do I contribute (as a geologist) to the Shell group.



NAM (Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij)

• Production Geologist

  • Apr 2009 - Feb 2013

  Assen After completing my field assignment , I have been transferred to the NAM (joint venture between Shell 50% and Exxon 50%) which is acting as the Shell operational arm in The Netherlands. I was mainly the production geologist for the Netherlands Onshore East cluster. My tasks revolved around: 1) Static modelling of mature gas field for field development support using Petrel. 2) Propose end of field life opportunities (infill target, WRFM opportunities) in order to extend tail end… Show more After completing my field assignment , I have been transferred to the NAM (joint venture between Shell 50% and Exxon 50%) which is acting as the Shell operational arm in The Netherlands. I was mainly the production geologist for the Netherlands Onshore East cluster. My tasks revolved around: 1) Static modelling of mature gas field for field development support using Petrel. 2) Propose end of field life opportunities (infill target, WRFM opportunities) in order to extend tail end field life and delay gas processing plant closure. 3) Mature infill target opportunities until execution 4) Act as office geological liaison during drilling phase. - Aside of that, I have tested new versions of Petrel and gave recommendations prior to deployment in the NAM office. - I am also the focal point for Petrel in the NAM office. 5) Lead an infill target project (opportunity manager) from initiation till execution. This assignment in one sentence: Adding value to an Operational Unit managing mature assets or how to maximize opportunity while minimizing costs and time. Show less



Schlumberger

• United States
• Oil and Gas
• 700 & Above Employee

• Field engineer (Drilling and Measurements)

  • Sep 2007 - Mar 2009

  Sultanate of Oman I have been chosen within Shell with 2 others New professional to participate in an exchange program with Schlumberger. The goal of that program was to get exposure to field operations. I have spent more than 300 days at the rig site, working on 12 hours shift mostly in Onshore Oman and Offshore Iran. I was in charge to run and deliver top quality LWD logs ranging from simple jobs (Gamma ray) to most advanced jobs (Geosteering, triple combo). This assignment in one sentence: Touching… Show more I have been chosen within Shell with 2 others New professional to participate in an exchange program with Schlumberger. The goal of that program was to get exposure to field operations. I have spent more than 300 days at the rig site, working on 12 hours shift mostly in Onshore Oman and Offshore Iran. I was in charge to run and deliver top quality LWD logs ranging from simple jobs (Gamma ray) to most advanced jobs (Geosteering, triple combo). This assignment in one sentence: Touching the core of the Oil business or how to learn it the tough way Show less



Geopetrol S.A.

• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Reservoir Modeller / Carbonate Sedimentologist

  • Apr 2007 - Jul 2007

  Paris Area, France While waiting for my first assignment with Shell, I have managed to secure a short term contract with Geopetrol, the smallest Oil and Gas French actor. During this short term contract, I had to create the first subsurface model for Geopetrol ever. Using well logs, core data, seismic 2D lines and analog studies, I have build a static model of a Jurassic carbonate oil field located in the Paris basin, France. This assignment in one sentence: Doing the most with the less or… Show more While waiting for my first assignment with Shell, I have managed to secure a short term contract with Geopetrol, the smallest Oil and Gas French actor. During this short term contract, I had to create the first subsurface model for Geopetrol ever. Using well logs, core data, seismic 2D lines and analog studies, I have build a static model of a Jurassic carbonate oil field located in the Paris basin, France. This assignment in one sentence: Doing the most with the less or how to be pragmatic to achieve a common goal. Show less



shell international exploration production

• Carbonate Sedimentologist / Seismic Interpreter

  • Jul 2006 - Dec 2006

  Rijswijk During 6 months, I have conducted an assessed internship project called " seismic grounding of clinoforms : the case of the Natih formation in the Fahud field, middle Cretaceous, Oman " The objectives of that study were: 1) Investigate the reality of supposed clinoform geometries seen on seismic using seismic attributes. 2) Identify which facies are defining these clinoforms belts using well logs, well cores and analogs field studies. 3) Evaluate waterflooding strategy in accordance… Show more During 6 months, I have conducted an assessed internship project called " seismic grounding of clinoforms : the case of the Natih formation in the Fahud field, middle Cretaceous, Oman " The objectives of that study were: 1) Investigate the reality of supposed clinoform geometries seen on seismic using seismic attributes. 2) Identify which facies are defining these clinoforms belts using well logs, well cores and analogs field studies. 3) Evaluate waterflooding strategy in accordance with clinoform architecture and facies using informations from 1) and 2). 4) Assess my potential as a full time Shell employee. This assignment in one sentence: First contact with oil industry or how to translate academic concepts into practical solutions. Show less