Vanburn Leo Jude Heldt
Melbourne,Victoria
Summary
Results-driven Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) with over 30 years of experience in offshore oil and gas operations, including 15 years of proven leadership managing high-spec jack-up drilling rigs across Southeast Asia and Qatar. Expert in offshore drilling operations, emergency response, and crew leadership, with a consistent track record of maintaining zero-LTI safety performance and ensuring full regulatory compliance. Adept at managing SIMOPS, complex well programs, and multicultural teams in high-pressure environments. Strong communicator with a focus on operational excellence, safety culture, and optimizing rig performance while ensuring crew welfare and asset integrity.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Offshore Installation Manager
Gulf Drilling International (GDI)
Doha, Qatar
11.2016 - Current
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Applied positive customer service approach to increase satisfaction levels.
- Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
Offshore Installation Manager
Atwood Oceanic's
, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Singapore.
01.2010 - 08.2016
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
Assistant driller to Tool Pusher
Atwood Oceanic's
, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar and Singapore
05.2001 - 01.2010
- Conducted thorough inspections before and after each shift for maximum safety assurance.
- Offered technical guidance during complex drilling operations, facilitating resolution of issues promptly.
- Delivered training sessions to new recruits, enhancing their operational proficiency swiftly.
- Enhanced safety protocols by regularly checking and maintaining drilling equipment.
- Resolved minor mechanical faults efficiently; minimised downtime significantly.
- Improved team efficiency with clear communication and sound leadership.
- Assisted in drill operations for efficient oil extraction procedures.
- Performed regular maintenance on drilling machines, guaranteeing their optimal performance.
- Coordinated with other crew members to ensure smooth operation of drills.
- Mentored junior staff in [Task] and [Task], ensuring efficiency and safety of daily drilling operations.
- Managed and monitored drilling contractors and service company personnel in daily drilling operations, including [Task] and [Task].
- Managed [Type] personnel and sub-contractors, maintaining safe and efficient operations of [Type] equipment.
Derrickman & Assistant Driller
Oilfield Consultancy Services (OCS)
Mumbai, India
01.1999 - 05.2001
- Offered technical guidance during complex drilling operations, facilitating resolution of issues promptly.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy during measurements for optimal drilling results.
- Liaised closely with the driller, ensuring proper coordination of tasks on-site.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
Floorman & Derrickman
Hi-Tech Drilling Services
, India
01.1996 - 11.1998
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks, reducing chances of equipment failure.
- Promoted health and safety policies among colleagues, fostering an awareness towards workplace hazards.
- Worked long hours under physically demanding circumstances with high concentration levels.
- Followed instructions from drillers meticulously, ensuring correct implementation of procedures.
Roustabout & Floorman
T.P.I.L.- Land Rig
, India
11.1993 - 11.1994
- Loaded and unloaded supplies for seamless offshore activities.
- Cleared work areas from debris or hazardous materials, provided safer working environment.
- Maintained safety standards by adhering to all company guidelines and regulations.
- Performed routine inspections to ensure safe working conditions.
- Participated in safety drills for effective emergency preparedness amongst crew members .
- Contributed positively to team morale through a proactive attitude .
- Operated power tools safely to complete assigned tasks promptly .
- Assisted crane operators in moving equipment, enabled swift relocation efforts .
Education
Higher Secondary School -
St. Bede's Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School
IndiaSkills
- Calm under pressure
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
- Strategic planning
Certification
- OIM License: Marshall Island & Liberian- Valid Till February 2030
- IWCF Well Control: Supervisor's Surface Level 4- Valid Till Oct 2025
- Major Emergency Management
- NOV Cyber Chair
- Dutton Navigation Inc Houston TX- Rig Moving course
- Investigation Cause Analysis- "ICAM"
Timeline
Offshore Installation Manager
Gulf Drilling International (GDI)
11.2016 - Current
Offshore Installation Manager
Atwood Oceanic's
01.2010 - 08.2016
Assistant driller to Tool Pusher
Atwood Oceanic's
05.2001 - 01.2010
Derrickman & Assistant Driller
Oilfield Consultancy Services (OCS)
01.1999 - 05.2001
Floorman & Derrickman
Hi-Tech Drilling Services
01.1996 - 11.1998
Roustabout & Floorman
T.P.I.L.- Land Rig
11.1993 - 11.1994
Higher Secondary School -
St. Bede's Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School
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