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Vanburn Leo Jude Heldt

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
India

Skills

  • 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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