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Oscar Suarez

@oscarsuarez

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Directional Driller with 10+ years' experience delivering technical drilling solutions across Latin America.

Colombia

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What I'm looking for

I seek hands-on drilling roles where I can apply directional planning, technical support, and HSE-focused process improvements within collaborative, safety-driven teams.

I am a petroleum engineer and experienced directional driller with over a decade supporting drilling operations in Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, and Mexico, including high-angle deviated and HTHP wells. I have planned and supervised directional projects, developed directional plans for multiple fields, and provided technical support and root-cause analysis that reduced non-productive time.

My background includes roles with major service companies and operators where I deployed logistics strategies that eliminated tool-delivery NPT, performed HSE-targeted audits, and advised on directional operations. I deliver practical, safety-focused solutions, strong teamwork and leadership, and measurable operational improvements.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Directional Driller

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Baker Hughes

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 8 months)

Provided technical drilling support for exploratory wells in the Lower Magdalena Valley for customers including Lewis Energy, Hocol, Canacol and Parex, ensuring execution of directional programs and operational continuity.

Directional Drilling Wellsite Technical Support High Angle Deviated Wells HTHP Operations Wellbore Trajectory Control

Directional Driller

Bureau Veritas

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 (11 months)

Developed and deployed logistics strategies to reduce tool shipment time, achieving zero NPT related to tool deliveries while supporting Ecopetrol operations.

Logistics Optimization NPT Reduction Tooling HSE Compliance Audit Support Problem Solving

Directional Driller

Manpower

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 11 months)

Implemented high-impact strategies to align with Ecopetrol HSE policies in the Llanos oilfield and performed audits of drill bit suppliers to improve safety and performance.

HSE Compliance Drill Bit Evaluation Field Operations Reporting Stakeholder Engagement

Directional Driller

Halliburton

Jan 2013 - Dec 2015 (2 years 11 months)

Investigated and identified root causes of downhole issues including seven casing exit incidents and provided detailed technical reports and remediation recommendations.

Root Cause Analysis Casing Exit Remediation Downhole Investigation Technical Reporting Directional Drilling Wellbore Integrity

Directional Driller

Schlumberger

Jan 2006 - Dec 2010 (4 years 11 months)

Developed directional plans and executed wellbore trajectories for fields including Cupiagua, Floreña, Castilla, Cantarel and Cuitláhuac, supporting directional operations and drilling delivery.

Wellbore Trajectory Surveying Toolface Control Drilling Optimization

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Hycalog

Jan 1997 - Dec 2005 (8 years 11 months)

Provided technical field support to Arco Oriente, Petroecuador and Occidental across Villano, Sacha and Fanny oil fields, assisting in drilling operations and tooling support.

Field Support Wellsite Services Technical assistance client support Troubleshooting Operations Coordination