Kelvin Tarimo BENJAMIN NGONGA
Swakopmund
Summary
I am excited to apply for the “Drilling Materials and Logistics Engineer” position at Azule Energy (Angola). I have accumulated over 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, working with companies such as Statoil (Equinor), Eni, Tullow Oil Namibia, Trinidad & Tobago, Guyana, and Springfield E&P Ghana. My expertise lies in drilling operations, materials, completions, and logistics management. I have a proven track record of reducing operational costs by 40% and improving logistics efficiency by 50%. I am confident that my skills and experience make me a strong candidate for this role. I am eager to contribute to Azule Energy’s success and help drive the company’s growth in the oil and gas industry.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Offshore Sr. Drilling & Completion Materials/Logistics Engineer
Azule Energy (Angola) Ltd
12.2017 - Current
- Supervised drilling materials and logistics for 100% offshore operations.
- Managed drilling materials movement and inventory control, reducing operational costs by 20%.
Offshore Drilling Materials/Logistics Engineer
Springfield E&P Ghana
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed drilling materials and logistics for offshore operations.
- Reduced logistics costs by 15% through efficient inventory control.
Offshore Drilling Materials Controller & Logistics Supervisor
Tullow Oil
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Supervised logistics and materials for offshore drilling operations.
- Reduced logistics costs by 15% in Ghana, in line with Local Content Act.
Offshore Drilling Materials Controller
Eni Luanda
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed drilling materials and logistics for offshore operations.
- Combined logistics for drilling materials, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate.
Onshore/Offshore Drilling Materials Controller & Logistics Supervisor
Tullow Oil
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Managed drilling materials and logistics for offshore operations.
- Engaged in daily communication with suppliers for the job done by the rig.
Offshore Rig Planner/Drilling Materials Coordinator
Statoil ASA
07.2017 - 11.2017
- Managed drilling materials and logistics for offshore operations.
- Engaged in daily communication with suppliers for the job done by the rig.
Offshore Rig Planner/Drilling Materials Coordinator
Statoil ASA
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Managed drilling materials and logistics for offshore operations.
- Combined logistics for drilling materials, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate.
Offshore Rig Planner/Drilling Materials Coordinator
Statoil ASA
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Managed drilling materials and logistics for offshore operations.
- Combined logistics for drilling materials, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate.
Offshore Rig Planner/Drilling Materials Coordinator
Statoil ASA
06.2011 - 09.2012
- Managed drilling materials and logistics for offshore operations.
- Combined logistics for drilling materials, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate.
Derrick Man/Assistant Driller
Nabors Drilling International
01.2008 - 05.2009
- Tripping in/out, tripping out hole, BHP/BOH Operation and working with Mud Engineer, Chemical Mixing and Monitoring.
- Trip volumes, measuring mud weight & Viscosity etc.
Derrick Man/Assistant Driller
Nabors Drilling International
06.2006 - 05.2008
- Supported drilling operations during BHP/BOH, Maintenance and working with Mud Engineer for Chemical mixing etc.
- Trip volumes, measurement of mud weight & Viscosity etc.
Education
High School Diploma -
PEA & Oxford UK
01.2024
Master of Science - Procurement, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management
University of Salford Business School
Manchester01.2023
Master of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland12-2026
Full Technician Certificate - Mechanical Engineering (FTC)
Arusha Technical College
Arusha01.2004
Associate of Arts - Drillig Materials Management
Tullow Oil Namibia
Walvis Bay, Namibia 04-2017
Associate of Science - Master Start Certificate | Project Management
University of Stellenbosch Business School,
Cape Town, South Africa 03-2021
Associate of Science - Master Start Certificate | Supply Chain Management
University of Stellenbosch Business School
Cape Town, South Africa05-2020
Associate of Arts - Certificate | Computer Studies
Hope Rise College, Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia01-2007
Skills
- DRILLING OPERATION & OPTIMIZATION
- PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
- INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
- PROCUREMENT, NEGOTIATIONS & CONTRACTS
- LOGISTICS & SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATION
- LEADERSHIP & TEAM MANAGEMENT
- SAFETY & COMPLIANCE
- Fleet management
- Demand forecasting
- Customs compliance
- Cost reduction strategies
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Safety procedures
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Customer service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- SAP MATERIALS MANAGEMENT COURSE
- SAP 2011 - DEC 2011
- OPITO BOSIET CERTIFICATE
- JAN 2013 - DEC 2022
- IMDG CERTIFICATE
- IATA CERTIFICATE
- OFFSHORE MEDICAL FITNESS CERTIFICATE OGUK & MED FPEB
- DEC 2022
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
PORTUGUESE
ITALIAN
Timeline
Offshore Drilling Materials/Logistics Engineer
Springfield E&P Ghana
10.2019 - 12.2019
Offshore Drilling Materials Controller & Logistics Supervisor
Tullow Oil
06.2018 - 09.2019
Offshore Drilling Materials Controller
Eni Luanda
01.2018 - 05.2019
Offshore Sr. Drilling & Completion Materials/Logistics Engineer
Azule Energy (Angola) Ltd
12.2017 - Current
Offshore Rig Planner/Drilling Materials Coordinator
Statoil ASA
07.2017 - 11.2017
Onshore/Offshore Drilling Materials Controller & Logistics Supervisor
Tullow Oil
05.2017 - 01.2018
Offshore Rig Planner/Drilling Materials Coordinator
Statoil ASA
06.2015 - 09.2015
Offshore Rig Planner/Drilling Materials Coordinator
Statoil ASA
01.2013 - 12.2013
Offshore Rig Planner/Drilling Materials Coordinator
Statoil ASA
06.2011 - 09.2012
Derrick Man/Assistant Driller
Nabors Drilling International
01.2008 - 05.2009
Derrick Man/Assistant Driller
Nabors Drilling International
06.2006 - 05.2008
High School Diploma -
PEA & Oxford UK
Master of Science - Procurement, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management
University of Salford Business School
Master of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Heriot-Watt University
Full Technician Certificate - Mechanical Engineering (FTC)
Arusha Technical College
Associate of Arts - Drillig Materials Management
Tullow Oil Namibia
Associate of Science - Master Start Certificate | Project Management
University of Stellenbosch Business School,
Associate of Science - Master Start Certificate | Supply Chain Management
University of Stellenbosch Business School
Associate of Arts - Certificate | Computer Studies
Hope Rise College, Namibia
LINK
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelvin-benjamin-tarimo-ngonga-6b5b6b1a4/
PERSONAL DETAILS
Nationality: Namibian Citizen
Personal Development both academic and Field experince development, Travelling, Family time, soccer
Upgrading myself academically and field study development, research and project management