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Felix Ayisi-Yeboah

Tema,Ghana

Summary

Deepwater drilling expert with a track record of managing complex operations and ensuring safety compliance. Skilled in stakeholder management and project execution, consistently delivering on time. Strong organizational and communication skills support dynamic business goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Drilling supervisor

Tullow Ghana Limited
Nouakchott, Mauritania / Takoradi,Ghana, Noble Venturer Rig
05.2025 - Current
  • Demonstrated Tullow's EHS commitment to all crews actively.
  • Ensured wells met industry standards and focused on well control compliance.
  • Investigated incidents thoroughly, recording and implementing findings.
  • Streamlined operations and logistics for optimal well plan delivery.
  • Issued comprehensive work instructions, emphasising risk mitigation strategies.
  • Maintained accurate and updated rig site information consistently.
  • Fostered collaboration with contractors to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Mentored junior staff, promoting professional development.

Senior Drilling Engineer

Tullow Ghana Limited
Takoradi, Ghana.
09.2022 - 05.2025
  • Developed operational programmes that dictated adherence to engineering best practices.
  • Communicated delivery objectives effectively to all departmental personnel.
  • Monitored daily operations continuously to address any emerging issues promptly.
  • Agreed upon KPIs prior to each well, ensuring thorough performance tracking.
  • Directed the closure of actions generated by rigs, promoting ongoing improvements in drilling practices.
  • Oversaw tendering and evaluation for high-value drilling contracts, ensuring optimal outcomes.
  • Renegotiated costs and terms with service companies to secure best value contracts.
  • Coordinated planning for future wells, guaranteeing resource availability as needed.

Drilling Supervisor

Tullow Ghana Limited
Takoradi, Ghana
03.2021 - 09.2022

Same as 2024 to present.

Senior Drilling Engineer

Tullow Ghana Limited
Takoradi, Ghana.
09.2017 - 06.2020

Same as March 2021 to September 2022

Senior Drilling Engineer / Drilling Supervisor

Tullow Kenya BV
Nairobi, Kenya
07.2014 - 08.2017

Wellsite Drilling Engineer

Tullow Oil SK Ltd
Southern North Sea, UK.
06.2013 - 12.2013

Planning Drilling Engineer

Tullow Ghana Limited
Accra, Ghana
07.2011 - 06.2013

Wellsite Drilling Engineer

Tullow Ghana Limited
Deepwater Offshore Ghana
10.2009 - 07.2011

Education

Diploma in Advanced Management - Management

China Europe International Business School
Accra
02.2019 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
08.2003 - 05.2007

Senior Secondary Certificate Exams - General Science

Adisadel College
Cape Coast, Ghana
01.2000 - 08.2002

Skills

  • Deepwater drilling expertise
  • Well completion techniques
  • Risk management
  • Borehole stability
  • Well control management
  • Drilling operations oversight
  • Project management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Landmark software suite
  • Drillbench proficiency
  • Oliasoft well design
  • Wellview software
  • AutoCAD skills

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Drilling supervisor

Tullow Ghana Limited
05.2025 - Current

Senior Drilling Engineer

Tullow Ghana Limited
09.2022 - 05.2025

Drilling Supervisor

Tullow Ghana Limited
03.2021 - 09.2022

Diploma in Advanced Management - Management

China Europe International Business School
02.2019 - 04.2021

Senior Drilling Engineer

Tullow Ghana Limited
09.2017 - 06.2020

Senior Drilling Engineer / Drilling Supervisor

Tullow Kenya BV
07.2014 - 08.2017

Wellsite Drilling Engineer

Tullow Oil SK Ltd
06.2013 - 12.2013

Planning Drilling Engineer

Tullow Ghana Limited
07.2011 - 06.2013

Wellsite Drilling Engineer

Tullow Ghana Limited
10.2009 - 07.2011

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
08.2003 - 05.2007

Senior Secondary Certificate Exams - General Science

Adisadel College
01.2000 - 08.2002
Felix Ayisi-Yeboah