John Cowe
Aberdeen,Scotland
Summary
Highly motivated oilfield professional with extensive North Sea and international experience in well services and completions. Proven ability to excel in both team environments and independent roles under demanding conditions. Background includes practical, theoretical, and commercial expertise across Europe, the Middle East, and North/West Africa. Specialized knowledge in offshore and onshore operations, including well kill completions, tubing conveyed perforating, and slickline operations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
WELL SERVICES SUPERVISOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
Aberdeen
2025.04 - 2026.04
- Assigned to Apache Forties Bravo for Phase-0 P&A. Duties included supervising all service personnel during intervention of cased hole activities, compiling work permits, work instructions, conduct toolbox talks, data collation and feedback of information to onshore team.
WELL SERVICES SUPERVISOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
Aberdeen
2022.11 - 2025.03
- Assigned to Enquest in the northern North Sea for De-Commissioning of wells. Duties included supervising all service personnel during intervention of cased hole activities and supervising the P&A projects utilising the WellGear CPU (Conductor Pulling Unit) Carried out pre job meetings & TBT’s, comprised permits, Risk Assessments, tallies, BHA drawings & work instructions for operations. Liaised with offshore & onshore management on a daily basis. Operations consisted of the safe execution and retrieval of 13 3/8” & 20” casing and also 30” Conductor cutting & pulling to surface. Supervised WellGear & Weatherford fishing personnel with the running of the casing cutter, Itco spear, FB anchor & Trident FBS anchor.
WELL SERVICES SUPERVISOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
Aberdeen
2019.09 - 2022.11
- Assigned to Perenco in the southern North Sea for De-Commissioning of wells in the West Sole Field. Carried out P&A projects utilising the Control Cutter. Carried out pre job meetings & TBT’s, comprised permits, Risk Assessments, tallies, BHA drawings & work instructions for operations. Liaised with offshore & onshore management on a daily basis. Duties included supervising all service personnel during intervention of cased hole activities, compiling work permits, work instructions, conduct toolbox talks, data collation and feedback of information to onshore team. Operations consisted of the safe execution and retrieval of 13 3/8” & 20” casing along with 30” Conductor cutting & pulling to surface.
SENIOR SLICKLINE SUPERVISOR
EXPRO, QATAR
2015.11 - 2019.09
- Conducted safe and efficient execution of Slickline operations. Run drift runs, WFD ISO plugs, Gas Lift Change out and Calliper runs. Took control of wells from the platform, checked ICC's and relevant certification, trained and supervised operators and trainees. Monitored pressures, calculated fluid levels and volumes, maintained and ensured equipment was correctly certified. Ordered and monitored materials and equipment. Completed paperwork to ensure compliance with relevant statutory, Expro and client policies and procedures. Ensuring correct tools were being maintained and utilised, keeping track of all certification and billing for the PCE packages.
WELL SERVICES SUPERVISOR – BG GROUP NORTHSEA
AXIS WELL TECHNOLOGY
- Assigned to BG Group as WSS for all intervention work and Well Head Maintenance activities offshore. Duties included supervising all service personnel during intervention of cased hole activities, compiling work permits, work instructions, conduct toolbox talks, data collation and feedback of information to onshore team.
COMPLETION SUPERVISOR – CNR
AXIS WELL TECHNOLOGY
- Assigned to CNR for Completion running on the Ninian Platforms. Duties included running of completion assemblies. Supervise the safe execution of Slickline activities, ie: Hanger plugs/ prongs. Supervised and perform Well Clean-up, Casing Scraper, Completion Running, TCP Perforating, Flowback, well Suspension. Responsible for Daily reporting, liaise with 3rd party vendors all aspects relating to running of completion, conduct and hold wash up meetings post completion, writing and issue of procedures, EOWR and task specific work instructions, programme review and change.
WELL SERVICES SUPERVISOR, NDSV – HESS
AXIS WELL TECHNOLOGY
- Assigned to Hess working from the Vessel Seawell for the execution of subsea intervention & de-completion operations in the IVRR Field in a safe manner, ensuring no injuries to personnel, no spillage to the environment or damage to equipment. Duties include supervision of retrieval of wireline plugs, Bullheading, correlation and cutting of tubing, deployment of wireline plugs, programme review and change.
COMPLETION SUPERVISOR – EOG RESOURCES
AXIS WELL TECHNOLOGY
- Assigned to EOG Resources for Completion running from Ensco 80 through Conwyn Platform in the Irish Sea. Duties included running of dual ESP assembly utilising Baker Y – Tool. Supervise the safe execution of Slickline activities, i.e.: Hanger plugs/ prongs. Operations Supervised: Well Clean-up, Casing Scraper, Completion Running, TCP Perforating, Flowback, Well Test, well Suspension. Responsible for Daily reporting, writing and issue of procedures, EOWR and task specific work instructions, programme review and change.
WELL SERVICES SUPERVISOR
BG INDIA MUMBAI
Mumbai
- Assigned to BG India Mumbai for Comprising of Well Programmes and execution of job activities offshore on unmanned platforms. Duties included supervising all service personnel during intervention of cased hole activities, compiling work instructions, toolbox talks, data collation and feedback of information to onshore team. Conducted safe and efficient execution of E-line activities utilising WellTec 318 Tractor / Stroker for opening / closing required SSD’s for acid stimulation.
WELL OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
FAIRFIELD ENERGY
- Assigned to Fairfield Energy for Completion running on Dunlin Platform. Completion Supervisor/ WSS / Completion Pulling / Running of ESP assembly inside 7” Pod Hanger Casing, Pulling and Abandonment operations. Supervise the safe execution of Slickline activities, i.e.: Hanger plugs / prongs, Bridge plug SSD manipulation.
COMPLETION SUPERVISOR
EON UK
- Assigned to EON for Completion running on Ensco 100 jack-up drilling rig. Duties included supervising all service personnel during installation of cased hole completion, compiling work instructions, tallies, running toolbox talks, data collation and feedback of information to onshore team.
WORKOVER / COMPLETION SUPERVISOR
CADOGAN PETROLEUM - UKRAINE
- Assigned to Cadogan Petroleum to supervise operations based in the Ukraine on Region ZJ-30, 180 tonne Drilling / Work-Over Rig. Responsible for the day to day running of the worksite and operation including the execution of all rig activities in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with local legislation, from rig mobilisation all the way through to de-mobilisation. Responsible for management of site and ensuring that good working practices, and standards (including HSE requirements) were followed. Responsible for daily reporting, writing and issue of activity specific work instructions, problem solving and directly dealing with equipment requirements via 3rd party vendors. Operations performed and supervised include: Mobilisation / Demobilisation and construction of rig & supporting camp. Well Kill and Xmas Tree Removal, Installation and Testing of Rig BOP Drilling and Completion Tallies. Well Clean-Up operations. Run and retrieve completions. All Slickline, Wireline and Coiled Tubing Interventions. Cementing Operations. Well Test. Fishing Operations.
Completion Supervisor
CNR International
- Supervised well clean up utilising MI Swaco clean up string consisting of heavy duty clean up tool. Clean up tool complete with mill rings, 5.874” razor back scraper, bristle back clean up tool, 8.374” well commissioner inflow test tool and 7.25” heavy duty multi-function circulating tool. Supervised the running of 7 5/8” scab liner and set within 9 5/8” casing. Supervised the running of 4 ½” x 5 ½” tubing with Halliburton hydraulic set packer. Compiled work instructions and liaised with onshore team.
Well Services / Completion Supervisor
AXIS WELL TECHNOLOGY
- Employed by Axis in a consultancy position, to support various completion and well services projects in the North Sea and Internationally
SENIOR SLICKLINE SUPERVISOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
Aberdeen
2010.05 - 2011.05
- Conducted safe and efficient execution of wireline and general well services activities. Ran memory gauges, drift runs, explosive runs by slickline trigger system and functioning and leak off testing of down hole safety valves. Took control of wells from the platform, checked ICC's and relevant certification, trained and supervised operators and trainees. Monitored pressures, calculated fluid levels and volumes, maintained and ensured equipment was correctly certified. Ordered and monitored materials and equipment. Completed paperwork to ensure compliance with relevant statutory, Expro and client policies and procedures. Onshore Operations Supervisor for Shell Contract based in the Shell Office Duties included attending morning calls with platforms, liaising with Job Owners on personnel and equipment requirements, monitoring and utilising personnel and equipment to and from platforms. Worked overseas on land rig in Kazakhstan as a Field Supervisor. Duties included briefing personnel client requirements, writing well programs, keeping track of timesheets and rotas of personnel, ensuring correct tools were being maintained and utilised, keeping track of all certification and billing for the PCE packages. Liaised with Company Rep and discussed the way forward for future projects.
COMPLETIONS SUPERVISOR
BAKER OIL TOOLS, ABERDEEN
Aberdeen
2008.09 - 2010.05
- Carried out execution of cased hole completion assembly’s, including WEG, nipples, packers, gauge mandrels, SSD’s, SSSV’s and various other assemblies in a safe and efficient manner. Carried out sand control operations in deep water well in the West Coast of Africa Completed relevant paperwork for completion operations which comprised of tubing / completion tallies, final completion schematics and working out space out’s, well volumes and hydrostatics.
SLICKLINE SUPERVISOR
OIL CONSULTANTS
2008.05 - 2008.09
- Worked as a consultant for various Service Companies in the North Sea Supervised and carried out safe and efficient execution of wireline activities to the clients’ requirements.
SENIOR SLICKLINE SUPERVISOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
Aberdeen
2005.06 - 2008.05
- Contracted to Shell on Mobile rig and Central field. Supervised the safe and efficient execution of wireline activities including running memory gauges, drift runs, explosive runs by slickline trigger system and functioning and leak off testing of down hole safety valves. Took control of wells from the platform, checked ICC's and relevant certification, trained and supervised operators and trainees. Monitored pressures, calculated fluid levels and volumes, maintained and ensured equipment was correctly certified. Ordered and monitored materials and equipment. Completed all necessary paperwork ensuring compliance with relevant statutory, Expro and client policies and procedures. Worked on five phase 1 well abandonment on the Fulmar platform wellhead jacket. Utilized portable gate valve-milling unit to gain access to wellbore to kill and abandon the wells. Gained extensive knowledge in braided line and 5/16's fishing operations, gas lift and safety valve lockouts. Exposed to coil tubing, HWO, electric line, completions, wellhead maintenance, nitrogen pumping and chemical squeezing.
SLICKLINE SUPERVISOR
QSERV, ABERDEEN
Aberdeen
2004.05 - 2005.06
- Maintained, ran and set Petroline equipment and deployment of logging tools for coil tubing using a slickline deployment system for BHP. Involved in completions as required. Assisted in rig up, execution of coil tubing operations, rig down and maintenance of equipment.
SLICKLINE OPERATOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
Aberdeen
2003.08 - 2004.05
- Progressed from Junior to Slickline Operator Worked on Brent field for Shell performing all completion running, pulling and slickline operations. Ran and pulled 7” SSSV, BHP surveys and fishing operations as required. Assisted in running and pulling of completions and supervision of coil tubing, snubbing and electric line operations. Promoted the use of the STOP programme by example and raised personnel’s awareness of its benefits.
SLICKLINE JUNIOR OPERATOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
Aberdeen
1999.11 - 2001.06
- Joined Expro as a Junior Operator and progressed to Operator working for various companies on Gas and Oil wells in the North Sea. Gained experience on semi-submersibles, jack ups and platforms. Used various makes of slickline units. Set and pulled Otis, AVA, Camco, Weatherford, PES and Baker flow control devices. Performed gas lift using Otis and Camco kick over tools.
JUNIOR WIRELINE ASSISTANT
CAMCO LTD (ABERDEEN)
Aberdeen
1998.08 - 1999.11
- Started work with Camco undergoing an 8-week introductory course in Mechanical Wireline This involved stripping and rebuilding of Camco and Otis running and pulling tools and mechanical and running procedures of the wireline unit. Involved in rig up and running in hole with conventional toolstring using a makeshift well. Worked offshore on various Oil and Gas fields gaining sufficient knowledge.
Education
O Grade - Art and Design, Engineering, Woodwork and Metal Work
TORRY ACADEMY
1982.01 - 1986.01
Training
Mechanical Wireline Level 2 – SVQ
Plant Operating and Mechanics – City and Guilds
IWCF Well Intervention Pressure Control
MIST
Banksman / Slinger
Risk Assessment
Toolstring Monitoring System – Wellserv
STOP for Supervisors
H2S Awareness
Intermediate Wireline
K-Lift High Reach Wireline SupportMast
Air Pocket Training
MoveSmart Training
Introduction to Hydrocarbons
Environmental Awareness
Basic Fluid Pumping / Scale Squeeze Course – PSL
Slimline Winch Course – ASEP
COSHH
ISSOW Permit and MAPS – Shell
Manual Handling
Load Cell Familiarisation & Awareness of K- Winch, Hydrate Training – Shell
PUWER
LOLER Awareness
Torque Techniques and Procedures
Zone Power 90ft Mast Operations
Timeline
WELL SERVICES SUPERVISOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
2025.04 - 2026.04
WELL SERVICES SUPERVISOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
2022.11 - 2025.03
WELL SERVICES SUPERVISOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
2019.09 - 2022.11
SENIOR SLICKLINE SUPERVISOR
EXPRO, QATAR
2015.11 - 2019.09
SENIOR SLICKLINE SUPERVISOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
2010.05 - 2011.05
COMPLETIONS SUPERVISOR
BAKER OIL TOOLS, ABERDEEN
2008.09 - 2010.05
SLICKLINE SUPERVISOR
OIL CONSULTANTS
2008.05 - 2008.09
SENIOR SLICKLINE SUPERVISOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
2005.06 - 2008.05
SLICKLINE SUPERVISOR
QSERV, ABERDEEN
2004.05 - 2005.06
SLICKLINE OPERATOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
2003.08 - 2004.05
SLICKLINE JUNIOR OPERATOR
EXPRO, ABERDEEN
1999.11 - 2001.06
JUNIOR WIRELINE ASSISTANT
CAMCO LTD (ABERDEEN)
1998.08 - 1999.11
O Grade - Art and Design, Engineering, Woodwork and Metal Work
TORRY ACADEMY
1982.01 - 1986.01
WELL SERVICES SUPERVISOR – BG GROUP NORTHSEA
AXIS WELL TECHNOLOGY
COMPLETION SUPERVISOR – CNR
AXIS WELL TECHNOLOGY
WELL SERVICES SUPERVISOR, NDSV – HESS
AXIS WELL TECHNOLOGY
COMPLETION SUPERVISOR – EOG RESOURCES
AXIS WELL TECHNOLOGY
WELL SERVICES SUPERVISOR
BG INDIA MUMBAI
WELL OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
FAIRFIELD ENERGY
COMPLETION SUPERVISOR
EON UK
WORKOVER / COMPLETION SUPERVISOR
CADOGAN PETROLEUM - UKRAINE
Completion Supervisor
CNR International
Well Services / Completion Supervisor
AXIS WELL TECHNOLOGY