Sandeep Appikatla
MWD/LWD Directional Drilling R&M - Operations Coordinator Roles
Diyarbakir
Summary
Proven expertise in the oil and gas sector, particularly in running MWD/LWD down-hole drilling services and surface equipment, along with a strong ability to troubleshoot technical issues. Recognized for exceptional communication skills within multicultural teams and a high-energy, results-oriented leadership style. Committed to driving success in oil and gas service lines through innovative strategies and a proactive approach. Dynamic sales and management professional with extensive experience in specializing client acquisition, contract negotiation, and fostering customer loyalty.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
8
8
Certificates
3
3
Languages
Work History
SELF EMPLOYED PART TIME SALES & MARKETING CHEMICAL
Abtikar International Automobiles Chemicals Pvt Ltd
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted call-in customers with questions and orders.
- Boosted sales revenue by developing and implementing targeted marketing strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and negotiated contracts, achieving cost savings on promotional materials purchases.
- Assisted in the creation of sales presentations tailored to individual client needs, resulting in higher closing ratios.
- Enhanced client relationships through regular communication, addressing concerns, and providing prompt solutions.
- Supported sales team by providing timely updates on inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock availability for meeting customer demands.
MWD/LWD Repair & Maintenance Operations Support
Viking International Pvt Ltd
06.2013 - Current
- Oversee and ensure efficiency of all onsite engineering basis assignments
- Periodic site visits & picking up BHA’s while replacing the DDX
- Discussing with DD for preparing proper BHA prior to run in the hole
- Ensuring all the rig site DD surface gear & sensors tested on site and make sure they are good to run
- Make sure the MWD string tested on location & good to run in the hole
- Perform sand checks on location train the MWD hands on drilling fluid & checking the tanks with min and max drilling fluids quantity requirement prior the Mud engineer submits the drilling fluid report
- Determine field engineering training needs for reporting to senior management
- Ensure proper utilization and maintenance of all surface equipment in the R&M shop
- Maintain and update all work and tool record in the R&M shop
- Prepare monthly work assignment reports for submission to senior management
- Ensure adherence to company policy and safety rules for all performed work
MWD Field Engineer
Wel Drill Energy DMCC
06.2012 - 12.2012
- Operated and monitored rig site MWD surface systems
- Generated and submitted service performance reports for all equipment
- Ensured that all work was performed in accordance with technical procedures outlined in quality systems manual
- Ensured integration of all QHSE requirements in work process
- Gathered and interpreted project data in coordination with geologists and drillers
LWD Tech
Weatherford MWD Tools Pvt Ltd
06.2011 - 05.2012
- Installation, Repair & maintenance of the sensors, unit and equipment required for the LWD service in accordance with the client’s specifications
- Perform assembly and disassembly of HELM VCD (Direction & Gamma), MFR (Resistivity tools, PW tools (pressure tools), NDT (Testing & Calib) and RSS
- Perform full service disassembly, inspection, assembly, testing and calibration where required of; drivers, BAPS gamma, flow diverters, extensions, interconnects, and batteries
- Perform full disassembly, inspection, assembly, and testing of pulsers, including main valve and control valve where service is required
- Maintenance, calibration, loading, and setup of the downhole tools used in the acquisition of the directional, drilling mechanics and formation evaluation measurements
- Interpretation of MWD directional, drilling mechanics and LWD formation evaluation as part of a service that assists the client in solving operational and drilling problems
- Presentation of real-time and recorded data both in electronic data to offshore and onshore personnel and in the form of logs and numerical data
Instrumentation Engineer
Shiv Vani Oil & Gas Exploration Services Pvt Ltd
06.2009 - 05.2011
- Operated and monitored rig site MWD surface systems
- Generated and submitted service performance reports for all equipment
- Ensured that all work was performed in accordance with technical procedures outlined in quality systems manual
- Ensured integration of all QHSE requirements in work process
- Gathered and interpreted project data in coordination with geologists and drillers
Education
Master of Science - Petroleum Exploration & Production Engineering
Andhra University
India 04.2001 -
Bachelor's - Electronics & Communication Engineering
JNTU
India01.2008
Diploma - Electronics & Communication Engineering
SBTET
India01.2004
No Degree - Schooling
Secondary School Certificate
India 04.2001 -
Skills
Strong experience in MWD service operations and monitoring
Certification
Certified on GETensor LWD Magnetic Centerfire Field Resistivity tools Service & Repairing, Aberdeen, UK
Accomplishments
- Collaborated from scratch with the team in the development & setup of new Directional Drilling shop setup in Turkey
- Drilled more than 250+ Geothermal wells HT wells testing first time in Turkey with Vertex high temperature 200 C tools by completing with accuracy and efficiency.
- Resolved product issue through consumer drilling formation failures on field locations.
- Achieved 4200m deep geothermal wells completing the TD with 120 days with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 30 Field staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop Asset inventory tracking, R&M tools hours tracking, spares utilization for MWD/LWD tools & spreadsheets.
Timeline
SELF EMPLOYED PART TIME SALES & MARKETING CHEMICAL
Abtikar International Automobiles Chemicals Pvt Ltd
06.2023 - Current
MWD/LWD Repair & Maintenance Operations Support
Viking International Pvt Ltd
06.2013 - Current
MWD Field Engineer
Wel Drill Energy DMCC
06.2012 - 12.2012
LWD Tech
Weatherford MWD Tools Pvt Ltd
06.2011 - 05.2012
Instrumentation Engineer
Shiv Vani Oil & Gas Exploration Services Pvt Ltd
06.2009 - 05.2011
Master of Science - Petroleum Exploration & Production Engineering
Andhra University
04.2001 -
No Degree - Schooling
Secondary School Certificate
04.2001 -
Bachelor's - Electronics & Communication Engineering
JNTU
Diploma - Electronics & Communication Engineering
SBTET
Languages Known
Hindi
English
Basic Turkish
Personal Details
- Name: Sandeep Appikatla
- Date Of Birth: 19-June-1986
- Nationality: Indian
- Passport No: Z4182932
- Countries worked: India, Iran, UAE, Turkey
- Licenses: Turkish B Class Driving License