Ross White

Experience

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  Bantrel

  Feb 1997 - May 1998

  Systems/Mechanical Engineer

  Preparation of P&IDs and Line Designation Tables inclusive of line hydraulic, pump, and HVAC calculations. Specification and requisitioning of piping specialty items. Final sizing, data sheets, material requisitions, vendor data reviews, and bid evaluations of PSVs and rupture discs. N/G knock out drum, fire protection system, and plate work (chutes) material requisitions. Engineering Design Specification development. Transferring process/project data to instrumentation.

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  Transocean

  Jun 1998 - Jun 1999

  Subsea Engineer

  Henry Goodrich Semisub, BP Schiehallion FieldResponsible for maintenance and safe operation of B.O.P. and all associated hydraulic systems and subsea equipment including handling tools, stack, slip and riser joints, diverter equipment, tensioners, and motion compensators. Ensured that maintenance records and operational data records were complete as well as adequate levels of spare parts. Supervised the deck and drill crew when running the B.O.P., well heads, and riser equipment keeping the company representative informed on matters concerning subsea operations. Show less

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  Baker Hughes

  Nov 1999 - Sept 2016

  A demonstrated record of success and achievement at one of the world's largest oil field services companies, marked by a series of promotions to positions of increased influence, authority, and accountability.Managed wireline businesses in North America apart from Texas, Louisiana, and Gulf of Mexico, representing $125MM in revenue. Oversaw 10 direct reports and a 150-person organization engaged in offshore and onshore operations in conventional and unconventional resource plays. Directed wireline businesses in North America in six geographic markets encompassing $200MM in business. Supervised four direct reports and 600 professionals while planning and executing capital expenditure, headcount, service delivery, and commercial delivery. Responsible for commercial transactions and strategy development for all wireline commercial activities in six geomarkets. Developed price books and pricing standards, calculated margin, and tracked KPIs. Led operations in Qatar for all product lines through a 190-person headcount and 10 direct reports, for the $135MM business. Responsible for all facets of operations, including HSE, compliance, P&L, personnel planning, career development, capital budget and reporting, business planning, and public and government relations. Led performance management, succession planning, leadership program development, employee development moves/opportunities, and talent deep dives throughout North America. Directed recruiting efforts through universities and experienced channels for positions in North America and Latin America. Led military/veteran recruiting and outreach programs as well as RPO initiatives. Served as an advisor to managers on talent acquisition policies, procedures, and programs. Managed wireline businesses in Central, Permian, and South East areas including bases in Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana, representing $70MM in revenue. Primary resource on all issues related to execution of services including cost/budget, compliance, well-site execution, and resource allocation. Managed wireline operations in the North East area including bases in Pennsylvania and Ohio - $30MM. P&L, inventory management, sales, engineering, maintenance, operations, service, HSE, quality and training, and employee management and development. Managed wireline operations in Azerbaijan and Georgia working with IOCs and NOCs - $50MM. P&L, inventory management, sales, engineering, maintenance, operations, service, HSE, quality and training, and employee management and development. Managed wireline operations in Sub-Sahara Africa apart from Nigeria and Angola working with IOCs and NOCs - $50MM. P&L, inventory management, sales, engineering, maintenance, operations, service, HSE, quality and training, and employee management and development. Sales, contract/account management, tendering, and customer service for IOCs and NOCs in Norway and Denmark. Trained customers and became a trusted advisor through relationship building and operational delivery. Coordinated and supervised day to day offshore wireline activities, logistics, and dispatch. Liaised with clients on scheduling, troubleshooting, problem resolution, and escalation of service issues. Sales, contract/account management, tendering, and customer service for all areas of the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin including Foothills, shallow gas, CBM, and SAGD. Trained customers and became a trusted advisor through relationship building and operational delivery. Worked on wireline projects in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan; managed crews, operated OH/CH wireline equipment and acquired/submitted recorded data necessary to analyze oil and gas wells across Western Canada.

  • Director of Wireline Services - North America North

    May 2016 - Sept 2016

  • Director of Wireline Services - North America

    Aug 2015 - Apr 2016

  • Commercial and Marketing Director Wireline Services - North America

    Apr 2015 - Jul 2015

  • Country Director

    Oct 2014 - Mar 2015

  • Director of Talent Management - North America

    Dec 2013 - Sept 2014

  • Director of Talent Acquisition - Western Hemisphere

    Nov 2012 - Nov 2013

  • Director of Operations

    Sept 2011 - Oct 2012

  • Operations Manager

    Jan 2011 - Aug 2011

  • Operations Manager

    Sept 2009 - Dec 2010

  • Operations Manager

    Jan 2009 - Aug 2009

  • Account Manager

    Aug 2006 - Dec 2008

  • Field Service Coordinator

    Oct 2005 - Jul 2006

  • Account Manager

    Jan 2002 - Sept 2005

  • General Field Engineer

    Nov 1999 - Dec 2001
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  Weatherford

  Jan 2017 - Jul 2017

  Global Talent Development Manager - Completions and Reservoir Solutions

  Responsible for talent development globally for this oilfield services company. Partnered with executive leaders to build career development pathways and succession strategies. Engaged in workforce planning to build forecasts of short-term and long-term needs.Directed the NextGen graduate development program across all geographies; directed product line technical training.

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  Impact Selector International

  Nov 2017 - Dec 2018

  Fulfills a critical role driving revenue for this provider of technologies for the Oil & Gas industry, achieving a promotion within one year of joining the company.Directed a team selling into accounts throughout Canada and the US. Led the sales team focusing on building business in the USL unconventional market while maintaining personal responsibility for accounts in Canada, Alaska, as well as clients operating in the Bakken and Niobrara plays. Primary point of contact for the management of two key global accounts, integrated oilfield service providers; sparked a 70% YOY gain in revenue.Served as a trusted advisor to OFS customers and executive sponsors, leading to new business.Engaged in extensive research into market, activity levels, account plans and trends, guiding priorities and pricing.Leveraged the use of CRM to manage the global pipeline, direct team efforts, and document customer engagement.

  • North America Sales Manager

    Oct 2018 - Dec 2018

  • Global Account Manager

    Nov 2017 - Sept 2018
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  Blue Spark Energy Inc.

  Mar 2023 - Sept 2023

  Business Development Manager - North America
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  GOWell

  Sept 2023 - now

  Country Manager