Rishab Khandelwal
@rishabkhandelwal
Accomplished Petroleum Engineer with over 11 years of expertise.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am an accomplished Petroleum Engineer with over 11 years of upstream Oil & Gas expertise at a leading PSU. Currently, I serve as the Deputy Offshore Installation Manager at ONGC, where I streamline operations at an offshore process platform, optimizing production of 22,600 BPD of crude oil from 285 offshore wells and 29 unmanned platforms. My leadership of a team of 15 contractors and 150 personnel has resulted in improved project execution efficiency through strict adherence to safety protocols and risk management.
Previously, I held the position of Workover Installation Manager/Fishing In-charge, where I supervised all aspects of workover operations, achieving a target of servicing 130 wells annually with exceptional performance appraisal ratings. My experience includes spearheading fishing operations and collaborating with cross-functional teams to minimize rig downtime and enhance operational success. I am dedicated to continuous improvement and have a proven track record of optimizing well performance and managing significant budgets effectively.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Deputy Offshore Installation Manager
ONGC
May 2024 - Present (2 years 1 month)
Streamlined operations at an offshore process platform, optimizing production of 22,600 BPD from 285 offshore wells. Managed a team of 15 contractors, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and improving project execution efficiency.
Workover Installation Manager/Fishing In-charge
ONGC
Jan 2021 - Apr 2024 (3 years 3 months)
Supervised workover operations achieving a target of 130 wells serviced annually. Managed fishing operations for 12 onshore rigs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to minimize rig downtime.
Workover/Fishing Engineer
ONGC
Jan 2018 - Jan 2021 (3 years)
Optimized well performance through various interventions, increasing production by up to 100%. Managed a $2 million budget for workover operations and executed complex fishing jobs.
Workover Engineer
ONGC
Jun 2013 - Dec 2017 (4 years 6 months)
Operated rig equipment and implemented safety protocols, enhancing workover efficiency by 20%. Led a team, maintaining a zero-accident record while mentoring junior engineers.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
International Well Control Forum
Certification, Well Intervention
2022 - 2024
Participating in the Well Intervention Pressure Control Programme to enhance skills and knowledge in pressure control during well interventions.
Pandit Deendayal Energy University
Bachelor of Technology, Petroleum Engineering
2008 - 2012
Grade: 8.0/10
Completed a Bachelor of Technology in Petroleum Engineering with a CGPA of 8.0/10, ranking in the top 10% of a class of 240 students.
Tech stack
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Location
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