Luke Beswetherick
Offshore Roughneck / Trainee Assistant Driller
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About
Motivated and safety-focused Offshore Roughneck / Trainee Assistant Driller with a strong background in both offshore and onshore drilling operations. Currently working with Fugro on compensated offshore drilling rigs, supporting geotechnical and energy sector projects. Eager to progress within the offshore drilling industry into an Assistant Driller position, applying my mechanical skills, teamwork, and proven commitment to safe and efficient operations.
Experience
Offshore Roughneck / Trainee Assistant Driller at Fugro (2023-11 – Present)
- Assist drillers in tripping pipe, core barrel recovery, and drill floor operations.
- Maintain and inspect drilling tools, hoisting systems, and hydraulic equipment.
- Monitor and support mud circulation systems and drilling fluids.
- Participate in toolbox talks, safety drills, and hazard reporting.
- Comply with all offshore HSE procedures, ensuring zero incidents.
- Certified with BOSIET and OGUK Medical for offshore work.
Supervisor / Country Manager at SBD Guinea
Managed drilling operations and local teams, ensuring production and safety standards were met. Oversaw rig maintenance, logistics, and training programs.
Supervisor / Project Manager at Capital Drilling
Directed drilling and logistics operations across multiple sites. Led crew safety training and equipment maintenance programs.
Senior Driller at SBD Guinea
Operated and maintained Atlas Copco RC rigs drilling to 350m. Trained local crews on safe operations and preventative maintenance.
Field Assistant to Supervisor at Wallis Drilling
Progressed from field assistant to supervisor operating Schramm T685WS rigs. Earned Cert II, III & IV in Drilling Operations.
Builder / Bricklayer at Self-Employed
Managed commercial and residential construction projects, ensuring quality, accuracy, and safety compliance.
Education
GCSEs in English, English Literature, German, Maths, Science, Art, Religious Education, Resistant Materials – Richard Lander Secondary School
– Cornwall College