Terry Dawson

Experienced Offshore Driller with a strong track record of safe and efficient drilling operations across North Sea platforms. Proven leadership in supervising crews and ensuring operational excellence under high-pressure conditions. Brings a solid experience in, supported by extensive technical training and industry certifications.

Committed to continuous improvement, safety, and team development. Worked with 5th and 6th generation cyberbase drilling package as well as mechanical, electric, and hydraulic drawworks.

Driller - KCA Deutag / H&P - North Sea platforms

(2019-10)

• Supervise and execute drilling operations across Ninian platforms, Murchison (P&A), and Magnus for clients such as CNR and EnQuest.
• Ensure safety compliance, operational efficiency, and equipment integrity.
• Coordinate and lead the drill crew to meet targets and maintain productivity.
• Frequently selected to step in as Assistant Rig Superintendent.

Assistant Driller - KCA Deutag - North Sea

(2018-06 - 2019-10)

• Oversaw daily crew tasks, conducted equipment checks, and monitored systems for safe operation.
• Conducted training on safety protocols and supervised BHAs and drilling calculations.
• Operated Mid Continent and National Drawworks and Varco Top Drives.

Derrickman / Assistant Driller - Odfjell - Claymore Talisman Clyde, BP Clair and Magnus platforms

(2007-01 - 2018-07)

• Oversaw daily crew tasks, conducted equipment checks, and monitored systems for safe operation.
• Conducted training on safety protocols and supervised BHAs and drilling calculations.
• Participating in all aspects of Assistant Drillers duties including relieving driller during breaks, fully conversant with top drive and associated equipment on manual and Cyber based platforms.
• Running manual derrick, pump room, pit room.
• Mixing and maintaining drilling fluid.
• Maintain and repair mud pumps and solid control equipment.

GCSE Standard grades - Maths, English, Geography, Physics, Art, R.E.