Carim Boudenia

Highly accomplished Oil and Gas Technician with over 17 years of hands-on expertise. Possesses a strong foundation in Process Control and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), currently specializing in Wellhead Installation, Maintenance, and troubleshooting with Desert Sand Oil & Gas LLC. Proven ability to ensure system integrity and operational efficiency through expert equipment installation, preventive maintenance, and rigorous adherence to safety protocols.

Field Specialist Wellhead - Desert Sand Oil & Gas - Muscat, Oman

(2022-04)

Client: CC Energy Development Oman Branch

• Lead wellhead installation and maintenance operations in various rigs including Valiant, Abraj, and KCA Deutag.
• Performed on-site installation of Wellhead equipment, preventive maintenance and repair.
• Provided a technical instruction and assistance to the customer.
• Installed and Retrieved BPV and TWCV using lubricator.
• Installed and maintained Wellhead equipment, conducted pressure tests, and responded to emergency requests.
• Identified and resolved issues with wellhead and Christmas tree system to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Managed inventory of wellhead equipment, tools, and accessories on the rig site, reducing equipment stock discrepancies by 15% through improved tracking.
• Collaborated and implemented maintenance schedules to enhance equipment longevity.
• Documented all steps of the wellhead installation process, including pressure test results.
• Prepared daily and monthly reports on wellhead operations and maintenance activities.

Process control, senior technician - Sonatrach & Oxy - Berkin, Algeria

(2014-02 - 2022-04)

• Participated in startup/ESD Central processing facility, ensuring equipment efficiency.
• Conducted routine inspections on various units like Slug catcher, separator, desalter, Compressor and NGL.
• Tracked levels, temperatures, flow rate and pressures to maintain peak system performance.
• Operated and controlled various equipment, such as pump, valves, compressor and control systems.
• Developed skills in system monitoring, specifically with Yokogawa systems for oil, condensate, and utilities units during an intensive control room training.
• Actively engaged in housekeeping activities to uphold safety standards.

Workshop NDT Inspector Level 02 MT - Enafor JV Weatherford - HMD, Algeria

(2012-12 - 2013-12)

• Performed Non-Destructive Test (MT) for various rig equipments to ensure safety and compliance.
• Certified BOP stacks and auxiliary rig tools through NDT and 10K pressure testing.
• Inspected BHA components (drill collars, stabilizers, HWDP) using MT to guarantee fitness for high-torque drilling.

NDT Inspector - OGEC Group - Menzel, Algeria

(2011-02 - 2012-12)

Client: SAIPEM

• Visual Inspection (Welding quality) and develop a daily report on progress.
• Managed post-welding pressure tests within the CPF and coordinated technical test packs for final customer approval.
• Verified weld integrity through hydrostatic testing.

Welding Supervisor - ENGTP - HMD, Algeria

(2009-01 - 2011-02)

• Supervised and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in welding.
• Studied production schedules and estimated worker-hour requirements for completion of job assignments.
• Tracked welding operations and project progress.

Diploma - Senior Technician in Industrial Maintenance - Algerian National Institute (2002-09 - 2005-06)