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Dinesh Shinde

Dinesh Shinde

Drilling Supervisor # Oil & Gas
Mumbai

Summary

Petroleum Engineer with 15+ years of comprehensive experience in oil and gas well construction, specializing in drilling, completion, and workover operations for both onshore and offshore projects. Demonstrated expertise in executing complex well programs, including vertical, directional, horizontal, re-entry, shallow, multi-pad, ERD, HPHT, exploratory, and development wells. Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary drilling teams, ensuring seamless coordination of goods, services, and resources across all operational phases. Adept at strategic planning based on front-end loading methodologies and technical constraints to optimize performance, control costs, and mitigate risks. Recognized for delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest technical and environmental standards in challenging operational environments.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Drilling Engineer (Day Company Man)33

Reliance Industries Limited, RIL
Mumbai
05.2023 - Current

Key Responsibilities

  • Directed manpower, services, and resources to execute offshore and onshore drilling/workover operations in strict adherence to standard operating procedures and safety regulations.
  • Coordinated closely with drilling engineers and service providers to implement daily work programs, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with project targets.
  • Supervised and monitored all site activities, driving operational excellence, minimizing downtime, and optimizing drilling efficiency.
  • Prepared accurate cost estimations, well completion reports, cost reports, lost time analyses, and inventory documentation for operational transparency and budget control.
  • Enforced strict well site safety protocols in compliance with company policy, industry standards, and environmental regulations.
  • Reviewed and analyzed drilling and workover activities to identify improvement opportunities and enhance performance.
  • Managed operational documentation, including Daily Progress Reports (DPR) and issuance of in/out passes for goods, equipment, and service providers.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain equipment reliability and performance.
  • Managed multidisciplinary teams for successful drilling projects, ensuring clear communication and collaboration.
  • Customized advancements in technologies and services to improve drilling performance.
  • Collaborated with geoscientist to analyze subsurface data, informing accurate well placement decisions.
  • Trained junior engineers in drilling best practices, fostering professional development and growth within the team.
  • Performed on-site rig inspections using safety requirements and standards.
  • Optimized drilling operations for enhanced safety and minimal environmental impact.
  • Conducted risk assessments for all drilling activities, implementing mitigation plans as needed.
  • Increased drilling efficiency by developing and implementing innovative drilling techniques and strategies.
  • Recommended real-time drilling parameters, BHAs, pump strokes and pipe RPMs for optimization and blowout prevention.

Drilling Supervisor

ESSAR Oil & Gas
Durgapur
12.2022 - 05.2023

Key Achievements & Responsibilities

  • Directed manpower, equipment, and services for onshore drilling and workover operations, achieving zero LTI (Lost Time Incidents) and full compliance with SOPs and HSE standards.
  • Coordinated with drilling engineers and service providers to execute daily programs, ensuring 100% alignment with project milestones and reducing operational delays.
  • Supervised site activities and optimized workflows, resulting in up to 15% reduction in downtime and improved drilling efficiency.
  • Prepared detailed cost estimations, well completion reports, and inventory documentation, supporting accurate budget forecasting and cost savings across multiple projects.
  • Enforced strict safety and environmental protocols, contributing to a consistent record of safe well operations and regulatory compliance.
  • Reviewed and analyzed drilling/workover activities, identifying improvement opportunities that enhanced rig performance and reduced non-productive time (NPT).
  • Managed DPRs and logistics documentation, ensuring seamless coordination of equipment, goods, and service providers without operational bottlenecks.
  • Championed HSE policies among team members by promoting safe work habits at all times during both routine tasks as well as high-risk operations.
  • Enhanced drilling efficiency by implementing rigorous safety protocols and preventive maintenance procedures.
  • Evaluated new drilling technologies to enhance overall performance while reducing environmental impact.
  • Oversaw cost control measures during drilling projects, resulting in reduced expenses without sacrificing quality or safety standards.

Work Over Supervisor

Synergia Energy
Khambat
07.2022 - 12.2022
  • Workover (short term project) 750 Tons

Drilling & Completion Supervisor

Pan India Consultant
Sunsar, Mhesana
03.2020 - 06.2022
  • Drilling & Completion Project 2000 hp

Well Site Supervisor (Drilling & Completion)

HALLIBURTON Offshore Services
Barmer
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Integrated project with Cairn India (Vedanta) Offshore 3000 HP ERD & Horizontal wells

Tool Pusher

KUWAIT Drilling Company Under KOC
Abdali
02.2017 - 01.2018
  • Under KOC 3000 HP & 1500 HP

Tool Pusher

DALMA ENERGY Under PDO OMAN
Muscat
11.2014 - 10.2016
  • Under PDO 1500 HP MOBILE RIG( tyre mounted)

Drilling Supervisor

Greka Drilling
07.2013 - 11.2014
  • Integrated project with Essar oil & gas Offshore GD 75 Drillmech MOBILE RIG


Drilling Supervisor

SHIV-VANI OIL & GAS
07.2012 - 07.2013
  • Under ONGC and OIL INDIA PROJECT
  • Worked on 3000 HP , 2000 HP Rig



Tool Pusher

G.E SHIPPING (Under ONGC)
Bombay High, Tapti Field
04.2008 - 07.2012
  • With ONGC OFFSHORE HPHT wells 3000HP
  • Completed a Fast Track Trainee Assistant Driller Program, subsequently promoted to Driller and then Toolpusher.
  • Enhanced drilling efficiency by implementing advanced tools and techniques in daily operations.
  • Mentored new team members, providing guidance on proper tool usage and drilling procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining detailed records of rig activities and inspections.

Roustabout/ Floor Hand/ Derrickman

Askara Enterprises
Bombay High
04.2002 - 04.2006
  • Under ONGC (ON contract through Askara) 3000 HP

Education

Diploma - Plastic Engineering

S.B.M Polytechnic Vile Parle
Vile Parle , Mumbai,Maharastra
06.1999

Bachelor - Petroleum engineering

M.I.T Pune Maharashtra India
Pune,Maharashtra
01.2008

Skills

Team Leadership & Mentorship

Decision-Making Under Pressure

Strategic Planning & Execution

Communication & Stakeholder Management

HSE Leadership & Risk Management

Rig equipment selection

Drilling optimization

Extended reach drilling

Hole cleaning optimization

Duties and Responsibilities

Core Competencies

  • Offshore & Onshore Drilling Operations (Vertical, Directional, Horizontal, HPHT, ERD, Re-entry, Multi-pad)
  • Workover & Well Completion Operations
  • Well Program Execution & Daily Operations Management
  • Drilling Cost Estimation, Budget Control & Reporting
  • HSE Compliance & Risk Management
  • Rig Site Supervision & Manpower Management
  • Performance Analysis & NPT Reduction
  • DPR & Operational Documentation (Well Completion Reports, Cost Reports, Inventory, Lost Time Sheets)
  • Coordination with Drilling Engineers & Service Providers
  • Logistics & Site Resource Management
  • Review Drilling & Workover Plan before execution.

Certification

Well Control IWCF Level 4

Training

  • Drilling Operational Aspects & Their Remedies
  • Well Planning & Deep Water Designing
  • Stuck Pipe Prevention

Timeline

Well Control IWCF Level 4

05-2025

Lead Drilling Engineer (Day Company Man)33

Reliance Industries Limited, RIL
05.2023 - Current

Drilling Supervisor

ESSAR Oil & Gas
12.2022 - 05.2023

Work Over Supervisor

Synergia Energy
07.2022 - 12.2022

Drilling & Completion Supervisor

Pan India Consultant
03.2020 - 06.2022

Well Site Supervisor (Drilling & Completion)

HALLIBURTON Offshore Services
01.2018 - 03.2020

Tool Pusher

KUWAIT Drilling Company Under KOC
02.2017 - 01.2018

Tool Pusher

DALMA ENERGY Under PDO OMAN
11.2014 - 10.2016

Drilling Supervisor

Greka Drilling
07.2013 - 11.2014

Drilling Supervisor

SHIV-VANI OIL & GAS
07.2012 - 07.2013

Tool Pusher

G.E SHIPPING (Under ONGC)
04.2008 - 07.2012

Roustabout/ Floor Hand/ Derrickman

Askara Enterprises
04.2002 - 04.2006

Diploma - Plastic Engineering

S.B.M Polytechnic Vile Parle

Bachelor - Petroleum engineering

M.I.T Pune Maharashtra India
Dinesh ShindeDrilling Supervisor # Oil & Gas