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Gamariel Nambala

Gamariel Nambala

Windhoek

Summary

Dynamic Drilling Fluid Engineer with SLB expertise in fluid property analysis and chemical treatment optimization. Proven track record in enhancing service delivery and achieving operational excellence. Skilled in data trend analysis and onsite service management, fostering strong client relationships while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Passionate about driving improvements in drilling operations.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Drilling Fluid Engineer/Mud Engineer

SLB
Windhoek
09.2024 - Current
  • Provided onsite services associated with measuring and testing drilling fluids, while supervising mixing and pumping operations.
  • Performed technical analyses and made informed recommendations for controlling fluid properties.
  • Reviewed fluids programs to prepare orders and mixing plans.
  • Wrote procedures for mixing and handling mud products and chemicals.
  • Collected samples and performed tests to determine trends and identify contaminants.
  • Recorded test results to identify trends, and interpreted properties test data to establish required treatment or action.
  • Determined chemical treatments are required to optimize drilling parameters.
  • Advised clients on potential treatments or improvements based on data analysis and mud testing.
  • Supervised rig personnel performing chemical additions and recording drilling fluid parameters.
  • Managed mud products and spares inventory to ensure adequate stock.
  • Compiled comprehensive daily mud reports.

Field Engineer Trainee

SLB
Windhoek
12.2022 - 08.2024
  • Maintained safe, efficient, and reliable service delivery to customers.
  • Identified opportunities to improve service delivery, and implemented standard work practices.
  • Ensured job deliverables were accurate, and delivered on time.
  • Executed service deliveries to customers, and participated in job risk analysis for continual improvement.
  • Developed customer contacts to promote the company's products and services.
  • Ensured compliance with company and regulatory standards through self-assessment and wellsite inspections.
  • Led service quality meetings with customers to enhance performance using action plans.
  • Participated in HSE and quality initiatives while maintaining required safety training.

Education

Bachelor of Technology in Power Engineering - Electrical Engineering

Namibia University of Science And Technology
Windhoek
04-2021

Skills

  • Drilling fluid management
  • Fluid property analysis
  • Chemical treatment optimization
  • Mud product handling
  • Data trend analysis
  • Onsite service delivery

Certification

  • WCF Fluids Technical Fundamentals, Digital System, and NT Solutions
  • WCF-D&CF-Drilling Fluids Automation Testing-Rheo Profiler
  • WCF-Fluids Practical School (FPS)
  • Well construction fundamentals
  • BOSIET (CA-EBS)

Languages

English
Native language

Software

OneTrax

Virtual Hydraulics

Virtual Completions

Microsoft Excel

Interests

Playing soccer

Playing card games

Swimming

Timeline

Drilling Fluid Engineer/Mud Engineer

SLB
09.2024 - Current

Field Engineer Trainee

SLB
12.2022 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Technology in Power Engineering - Electrical Engineering

Namibia University of Science And Technology
Gamariel Nambala