Udokwu Godswill

Dedicated oil and gas engineering professional with extensive experience in surface well testing and mechanical maintenance. Proven expertise in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of surface well test equipment, including flow heads, choke manifolds, 3-phase test separators, surface safety valves, sand filters, de-sanders, surge tanks, gas scrubbers, pumps, and compressors. Skilled in the acquisition and interpretation of critical surface well test flow parameters, leveraging analytical capabilities to perform effluent analysis for BSW and API calculations.

Adept at implementing preventive maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability and optimize operational efficiency, with a strong focus on safety and compliance with industry regulations. Recognized for strong problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach to diagnosing mechanical issues, enabling timely and effective resolutions. Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to streamline testing operations and improve workflows.

Committed to continuous professional development and staying abreast of technological advancements in the oil and gas sector. A proactive communicator with a strong ability to convey complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment and clarity in operations.

Well Test Senior Operator / Mechanical Maintenance Technician - Sterling Oil and Energy Exploration and Production Company (Nigeria) - Nigeria

(2020-06)

• Participate in the Daily Operations of Wells, including Well Activation, Clean-up, Flow-back Operations, Constant Monitoring of Well Performance, Well Intervention Programs, Drill Stem Test (DST), Early Production Test, E.W.T & E.P.F Operations
• Conduct servicing and hydro-testing of all process valves to ensure integrity and reliability under operational conditions.
• Counter check Well Test Report Data for accuracy & reliability
• Execute repairs on various mechanical systems, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical components, adhering to safety and industry standards
• Worked closely with other departments to determine the most efficient means to develop Wells/Field considering the crude oil characteristics, GOR, Water cut, Depth & types of Reservoirs and Project Economics
• Operation and Maintenance of Christmas tree, Wellhead, Self-contained hydraulic unit SSV, SCSSSV, Gate valves, Ball & check valves installation on production manifold, gas injection 3 phase separator used for gas lift, pumps.
• Conducts pre-job toolbox safety meetings, reviews, and verifies job plan with service team lead and manages any changes required, checks and verifies equipment as per job plan, completes all job documentation to include Job Ticket, Job History Report, Job Log, Job Summary and demonstrates understanding of basic reservoir i.e. BHP, BHT survey, Hydrocarbon phasing, Gas & Oil Flow Measurements.
• Coordinate Pressure test and function test of Production Facility Equipment during Pre-job planning
• Supports the Well Test Team Leads to ensure the service team work according to Test Program in Well Intervention Operations including the accuracy of all data and report provided, which includes: SITHP, BHP, BHT, wellhead pressure & temperature, casing to tubing annulus pressure & temperature, Gas Injection Pressure, production volume, Oil, gas and water rates, sample of fluid produced and Specific gravity of oil and gas, BS&W analysis, Gas and oil ratio (GOR).
• Perform calibration of safety pressure valves, utilizing precision instruments to ensure compliance with safety standards and operational requirements.
• Conduct routine testing and validation of installed equipment, maintaining accurate records of calibration results and adjustments made.
• Ensure Pre-mobilization Checks on SWT Equipment and up to date Certifications

Well Test Operator - Independent Well Test Consultant

(2017-01 - 2020-05)

• Monitored and operated the various well test equipment on the platform (Christmas tree, Sand trap, Choke Manifold, Line heater, Separator, Daniel Metering system, Oil manifolds, gas manifolds, Widen pumps, air compressors etc.)
• Installation, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting of well test and production equipment.
• Site visits, Job planning and coordination of well test activities to satisfy clients.
• Equipment selection and preparation for job.

Well Test Operator - Well Fluid Services Limited (Nigeria) - Nigeria

(2015-01 - 2016-12)

• Carried out Well Test Data Acquisition with Expro Edge-X Software, Well Test Report Preparation as well as installation and configuration of DAQ Systems
• Ensures completion of all required documents related to equipment and personnel during operations
• Operation and Maintenance of Surface Well Test Service-line Equipment
• Carried out Inspection, Repair and Preventive Maintenance on SWT Equipment
• Responsible for Safe Mobilization and Demobilization of all Equipment used for Field Operations including rig-up and rig-down of Well Test packages

Higher National Diploma (H.N.D) - Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry Option) - Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, Nigeria (2017 - 2019)

National Diploma (N.D) - Science Laboratory Technology - Federal Polytechnic, Ida, Nigeria (2012 - 2014)