RAHUL SINGH
Oil & Gas Professional
Jamshedpur
Summary
Experienced and globally adept Oil & Gas professional with 21 years of expertise in upstream operations, real-time data analytics, and software-driven drilling solutions. Career spans India, the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and the U.S. (Texas), with pivotal roles in RTOC analytics, drilling optimization, well data management, and software development for real-time environments.
Technically proficient in HPHT, horizontal, multilateral, and exploratory wells across clastic, carbonate, and evaporite formations. Specialized in formation evaluation, LWD/Wireline interpretation, and pore pressure analysis, supported by hands-on skills in Power BI, Tableau, VuMax, Apollovue, Landmark, ANAX, Drill Logic, and Well Wizard.
Currently serving as RTOC Supervisor at NOV, with prior leadership as Operations Coordinator for Cairn India’s Cambay Offshore Project, overseeing bidding, client engagement, billing, and technical training. Certified Competence Assessor (Weatherford Egypt) with global compliance training.
Recognized as a diligent leader with proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, implement process improvements, and enhance operational efficiency. Known for strong problem-solving, communication, and mentoring skills, driving both team success and organizational performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RTOC Supervisor
NOV India Pvt Ltd
03.2023 - Current
- Supervised 24/7 Real-Time Operations for onshore/offshore drilling, ensuring timely anomaly detection and operational integrity.
- Spearheaded ONGC’s first onshore RTDMM system, integrating real-time analytics and automation into drilling workflows.
- Interpreted key drilling metrics to optimize rig performance and minimize NPT/ILT events.
- Delivered performance benchmarking and post-well analysis, generating actionable insights and detailed reports.
- Developed real-time dashboards to visualize drilling performance and trigger alerts.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with field teams, geologists to enable responsive decision-making.
- Trained and guided analysts in real-time systems, drilling mechanics, and data-driven diagnostics.
- Maintained data security, system uptime, and supported digital transformation through analytics and ML initiatives.
Team Lead Drilling Engineer
PNRG Solutions Pvt Ltd
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Responsible for Software and Solutions development for Upstream Oil & Gas.
- Develop logic to identify downhole well complications in advance and automated alerts based on machine learning.
- Well Data Management. Comprehensive analysis of Upstream Onshore and Offshore well data.
- Responsible for solving all the Drilling and Completion related queries for TX, US.
- Manage the company upstream oil & gas data including well completion and production data.
- Support, promote and document all Data Management processes and procedures related to upstream oil & gas data.
- To study the quality output reports and make corrective actions by doing root cause analysis.
- Advice Data Analysts on critical information with respect to customer needs, Look for new reports in the data base and identify extra data attributes to be captured.
- Work with well data management team to collect geological data (Location to Completion) from numerous sources then load, analyse, manage and maintain geological data in the database.
- Provide domain support to all Data Specialist and research and resolve complex problems.
Lead Data Engineer
Excellence Logging
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Monitor rig site drilling operations & Identify abnormalities of drilling operation ¬ify it to Company man, Well site geology/operation geologist & drilling manager.
- Monitor, analyze, and integrate real-time geological drilling data—including lithology, mineralogy, the presence of oil, and formation gases to help evaluate formations.
- Prepare Geological reports, mud log, pressure log, Gas ratio log & Drill dynamics log.
- Work in collaboration with Well site Geologist/Town Geologist to pick up formation tops, casing point, coring point and lithological correlation.
- Supervise mud logging crew and ensures the quality of WFT’s delivery of its service to the client.
- Calibration and Operation of Gas monitoring system – Total Gas, Chromatograph, Control Panel.
- Maintain effective communication with the client, mud logging crew and drilling and other service personnel.
- Analyse LWD parameters like resistivity, gamma, neutron, and density for formation evaluation.
- Update & Deliver final well reports to client.
Lead Data Engineer
Weatherford M.E oil tools Ltd
07.2018 - 02.2020
- Monitor rig site drilling operations & Identify abnormalities of drilling operation ¬ify it to Company man, Well site geology/operation geologist & drilling manager.
- Monitor, analyze, and integrate real-time geological drilling data—including lithology, mineralogy, the presence of oil, and formation gases to help evaluate formations.
- Prepare Geological reports, mud log, pressure log, Gas ratio log & Drill dynamics log.
- Work in collaboration with Well site Geologist/Town Geologist to pick up formation tops, casing point, coring point and lithological correlation.
- Supervise mud logging crew and ensures the quality of WFT’s delivery of its service to the client.
- Calibration and Operation of Gas monitoring system – Total Gas, Chromatograph, Control Panel.
- Maintain effective communication with the client, mud logging crew and drilling and other service personnel.
- Analyse LWD parameters like resistivity, gamma, neutron, and density for formation evaluation.
- Update & Deliver final well reports to client.
Operations Co-ordinator for Cairn India
Weatherford M.E oil tools Ltd
12.2017 - 06.2018
- Attend daily Client meeting and handle key personnel from Client.
- Advising operations personnel on-site and in the operations office.
- Taking full responsibility for making decisions about personnel movement for crew changes.
- Keeping detailed records, writing reports, weekly and post-well log reports and submit end of well reports to client.
- Handle monthly pay invoices.
Data Engineer / Competency Assessor
Weatherford M.E oil tools Ltd
07.2007 - 12.2017
- Monitor rig site drilling operations & Identify abnormalities of drilling operation & notify it to Company man, Well site geology/operation geologist & drilling manager.
- Monitor, analyze, and integrate real-time geological drilling data—including lithology, mineralogy, the presence of oil, and formation gases to help evaluate formations.
- Prepare Geological reports, mud log, pressure log, Gas ratio log & Drill dynamics log.
- Work in collaboration with Well site Geologist/Town Geologist to pick up formation tops, casing point, coring point and lithological correlation.
- Supervise mud logging crew and ensures the quality of WFT’s delivery of its service to the client.
- Calibration and Operation of Gas monitoring system – Total Gas, Chromatograph, Control Panel.
- Maintain effective communication with the client, mud logging crew and drilling and other service personnel.
- Update & Deliver final well reports to client.
- Onsite training for personnel and assessment of their competency. Feedback and appraisal forms for improvement and promotions.
Mudlogger Offshore/ Onshore
Weatherford M.E oil tools Ltd
06.2005 - 07.2007
- Monitor rig site drilling operation such as drilling, circulation, casing & cementing, Tripping.
- Monitor pit volumes to identify well kick, maintaining trip sheets.
- Collect, prepare, and examine geologic samples under the microscope for lithological type and percentage and under UV light for indications of oil.
- Describe lithological samples & prepare mud log.
- Maintenance of mud logging sensors & rig up, rig down of the mud-logging unit.
- Performing all essential mud logging functions and duties, including mud log print.
Trainee Assistant Driller Onshore
JOHN Energy Ltd
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Prepare BHA and Drill pipe tally.
- Prepare and maintain Kill sheet.
- Worked as derrickman and roughneck.
Education
Master of Science - Petroleum Technology
Nowrosjee Wadia College
01.2004
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Fergusson College
01.2002
Skills
Technical & Domain Skills
Real-Time Operations Monitoring & Control
Incident Detection & Response
Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
Data Analysis & Performance Reporting
Led a team of 12 analysts, providing coaching and development that reduced incident resolution time by 20%
Leadership & Supervisory Skills
Team Supervision & Workforce Management
Training & Mentoring Staff
Shift Management & Scheduling
Delegation & Task Prioritization
Conflict Resolution & Employee Engagement
Performance Evaluation & Feedback
Operational & Process Skills
Process Improvement & SOPs
Coordination with Cross-Functional Teams
Soft Skills
Strong Communication (verbal & written)
Decision-Making Under Pressure
Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail & Accuracy
Customer Relationship Management
Time Management & Multitasking
Core Strengths & Value Proposition
- Proven expertise in building and leading Real-Time Operations Centers (RTOCs), elevating operational efficiency and safety in high-stakes drilling environments.
- Strong record of digital transformation, integrating real-time monitoring tools and predictive analytics to enhance decision-making and performance.
- Skilled in bridging field operations with strategic planning, delivering high-impact results through innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
- Seeking to contribute global insight and leadership to forward-looking energy companies embracing data-driven and intelligent drilling operations.
Certification
Qualified Competence Assessor (Egypt), All online Courses& Compliances from Weatherford SLS
Training
- Geology& Technical
- ONGC PANVEL- Project on Different types of Drilling rigs and Rig familiarisation.
- IRS, ONGC CHANDKEDA- Project on Microbial Enhanced Oil Recovery. Worked with diffrent types microbials to improve the recovery of oil entrapped in porous media while increasing economic profits. well stimulation, Wellbore cleaning in depleting reservoirs.
- GRAVEL PACK JOB, ONGC CHANDKEDA- Project on Gravel pack job in different wells in Mehsana feild, Gujrat, India.
- IT Software
- POWER BI, TABLEAU, APOLLOVUE.
- Geological Software
- BASIC MUD LOGGING, ADVANCE MUD LOGGING TRAINING, DLS, ANAX, WELL WIZARD, GEO PLOT, GEO VIEW
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above information is true to the best of my Knowledge. Place: Dehradun Rahul Singh
Online profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahul-singh
Timeline
RTOC Supervisor
NOV India Pvt Ltd
03.2023 - Current
Team Lead Drilling Engineer
PNRG Solutions Pvt Ltd
01.2022 - 03.2023
Lead Data Engineer
Excellence Logging
02.2020 - 12.2021
Lead Data Engineer
Weatherford M.E oil tools Ltd
07.2018 - 02.2020
Operations Co-ordinator for Cairn India
Weatherford M.E oil tools Ltd
12.2017 - 06.2018
Data Engineer / Competency Assessor
Weatherford M.E oil tools Ltd
07.2007 - 12.2017
Mudlogger Offshore/ Onshore
Weatherford M.E oil tools Ltd
06.2005 - 07.2007
Trainee Assistant Driller Onshore
JOHN Energy Ltd
08.2004 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Fergusson College
Master of Science - Petroleum Technology
Nowrosjee Wadia College