Scott Cowieson

High-impact Operations Excellence Lead and Technical Global Operation Support Specialist with over 25 years of international oil & gas industry expertise. Proven track record across Tubular Running Services (TRS), Casing Drive Systems (CDS), and specialized handling equipment. Recognized expert in leading root-cause failure investigations, standardizing operational risk frameworks (SOPs/JSAs), and auditing rig-site execution to maximize operational efficiency, crew competency, and safety compliance across global deployments.

Operations Excellence Lead – Tubular Running Services - Al Majal Ltd - Basra, Iraq

(2025-12)

Direct operational excellence initiatives, quality assurance programs, and procedural compliance across casing and tubing running operations.

• Spearhead technical root-cause investigations into equipment non-conformances, operational field incidents, and pressure relief valve failures to mitigate NDT and operational downtime.
• Develop, review, and standardize Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and operational risk assessments for Casing Drive Systems (CDS) and high-energy hydraulic power units.
• Conduct comprehensive rig site visits and audits to evaluate crew competency, verify critical tool rig-ups, and enforce strict adherence to red zone safety protocols.
• Validate technical training curricula and lead operational readiness testing across field crews to ensure continuous service quality and safety compliance.

Technical Global Operation Support - McCoy Global - Dubai, UAE

(2022-12 - 2025-12)

Delivered high-level technical product support and field training globally for both legacy systems and advanced smart equipment product lines.

• Mobilized internationally to resolve complex client field challenges, audit operations, and formulate detailed commercial quotations for equipment upgrades and retrofits.
• Supervised TRS field technicians and stepped in as Operations Coordinator when off-site, managing crew mobilizations, shift rotations, and offshore logistics.
• Served as Certified Assessor for TRS Operator Levels 1 through 3, validating crew skills and field competency standards.

CRT + TRS Service Supervisor Level III - Franks International AE / Expro - UAE

(2020-01 - 2022-12)

Led complex casing and tubing running operations offshore and onshore in strict alignment with client key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Ensured 100% equipment operational readiness, preventive maintenance execution, and regulatory compliance on site.
• Built strong client relationships and spearheaded safety leadership, including job safety analyses, toolbox talks, and emergency response drills.

Senior Service Supervisor / CRT Coordinator - Odfjell Well Services - Aberdeen, UK

(2006-01 - 2020-12)

Managed offshore casing and tubing running services, workshop maintenance workflows, and rigorous equipment quality assurance programs.

• Promoted service quality and safety awareness across multi-cultural teams, executing long-term international secondments in Norway, Denmark, and the UAE.

Client Coordinator - Odfjell Drilling Arabia - Saudi Arabia

(2014-01 - 2018-12)

Oversaw CRTi (Volant tool) operations, casing services execution, and upper-management client liaison.

• Utilized internal database tools (Maisy, Win Grit, Jam) for inventory tracking, tool utilization reporting, and maintenance planning.

Storeman - Trinity International (Bonga Project for Shell) - Nigeria

(2004-01 - 2005-12)

Managed logistics, food stock budgeting, inventory audits, and safety compliance for offshore deepwater project.

Car Preparation Supervisor - John Clark BMW - UK

(1999-01 - 2004-12)

Supervised vehicle preparation workflows, departmental quality control assessments, and customer handovers.

Roughneck / Trainee Assistant Derrickman - Stena Drilling - UK

(1997-01 - 1999-12)

Executed drilling deck operations, equipment maintenance, derrick operations, and helideck/fire team response.

Service Technician - Offshore Rentals - UK

(1995-01 - 1997-12)

Maintained manual and pneumatic wellhead/rig equipment; performed certified lifting inspections and recordkeeping.

Old Machar Academy Aberdeen, UK