Benvindo Miguel Miguel Panzo

Benvindo Miguel Quiavua Panzo Professional Summary Experienced Senior Subsea Wells Supervisor / Engineer with over 15 years in the Oil and Gas Industry working onshore and offshore in drilling, completion, Workover and intervention operations. Expert in managing subsea wells systems, well integrity, Christmas tree, jumper, IWOCS, ROV Operations, installation and riser-based/riser less operations. Strong focus on HSE compliance, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation in deepwater environments. Proven leadership in coordinating multidisciplinary teams onshore and offshore contractors. Known for delivering complex wells safely, on time, and within budget from different projects. Skills • Leadership and Team Management (Support, Conflict resolution, information exchange, coordination of effort) • Effective Communication • Core Principles (Commitment, Ownership, Responsibility, Excellence) • Decision-Making Under Pressure • Problem Solving and Critical Thinking • Situational Awareness and Risk Perception • Conflict Resolution and Mediation • Time Management and Prioritization • Mentoring and Staff Development • Accountability and Dependability • Project management (Agile) • Social Media Management. • Motivated, Self-Awareness, Empathy • Emotional intelligence and Social • Professionalism and Ethical Judgment • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point) • Adaptability and Change management • Communication (Verbal and writing) Work History Senior Subsea Wells Supervisor 08/2023 to 02/2025 BP Egypt – WND-Raven Phase 2 • Supervised over 4 subsea well operations including completions across deepwater and ultra-deepwater fields with 100% compliance to safety and environmental regulations. • Mentored and trained BP Challengers junior engineers, improving team competency levels and ensuring continuity in critical offshore operations. • Oversaw the installation and testing of 4 x subsea Christmas trees, and multiple control systems, from centurion, Sentree7 landing string ensuring zero equipment failure incidents during deployment. • Delivered the Top hole of El King Well and Drilling and coordinated the rig Demobilization in less than 4 days. • During all project I was in charge to delivery, supervisor and coordinate all the third provider company who worked under my leadership which included the Deep Tech ( Egyptian ROV provider company service), Oceaneering the Company providing the IWOCS, OSS the company who provided all the Horizontal Christmas tree and TH for the Upper completion, Drill Quip the company providing the Wellhead and casing for the project as well Schlumberger Subsea with the sentree7 and Centurian kit for the project. • I was also in the Top hole and spud of the El King -2 Well, all so the Giza Fayoum wells where a great Gas discovery was made with Valaris DS-12 Rig. WSL (Well Site Leader) - Subsea Wells Supervisor 02/2023 to 06/2023 Chevron – Angola-Cabinda – Lianzi MRWO Project • I work for 4 months as the Subsea Supervisor onboard the DS-12 Rig with Chevron on a Workover operations in Angola-Cabinda at LIANZI MRWO project, as contracted by the OCB Oilfield Services DMCC, company of the Kuiper Group (Unite Arab Emirates). • Engineered and delivered 2 subsea wells across deepwater projects, ensuring 100% compliance with API 17 standards and reducing design cycle time by 20%. • Spearheaded the use of OLGA dynamic simulation to model fluid transients, improving flow assurance and reducing hydrate risk by 30%. • Supervised the execution of 2 subsea completions and interventions. Standalone Wells Subsea Supervisor 03/2022 to 02/2023 BP - OCB Oilfield Services DMCC – Mauritania and Senegal • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows. • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity. • Demonstrated commitment to the organization’s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence. • As Senior Subsea Wells Supervisor and Engineer in a Contractor assignment of 10 months for the BP Mauritania/Senegal at Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) Project running and installing Drill-Quip Equipment for 4 x wells since 20 March 2022 with Valaris DS-12 Drillship Rig. • From this project I was dealing with the rig Intake in terms of Subsea requirement, dealing with the Baker Hughes for the Christmas tree, installation and running of the Christmas tree and test. • Run of the Upper completion with 8 x Tech from Schlumberger Subsea under my supervision, 4 Drill-Quip Tech, 6 x Oceaneering Tech, 8 x Subsea7 tech and 3 x BH tech onboard the rig. • The Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) Project in Mauritania Senegal we made a record for the first time using the RWOCS system of control to power up the BH horizontal Christmas tree on a challenging water depth of 2800 meters for Upper completion and flow back the well with Well test for gas producer and successfully completing the 4 x wells which was delivered at this challenge depth with a reliable system such the RWOCS from Oceaneering. Senior Subsea Wells Supervisor and Engineer 08/2021 to 02/2022 BP - OCB Oilfield Services DMCC – Infills project Block 31 Soyo - Angola • Developed and implemented engineering strategies that optimized performance, reducing operational costs by 15% and mitigating risks associated with subsea operations. • Conducted 25+ risk assessments and failure mode analysis, leading to the identification of potential issues and the implementation of solutions that reduced downtime by 20%. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including project management, HSE, and drilling operations, achieving alignment on operational plans that led to a 10% improvement in project delivery times. • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks. • Did the spud and jet of the 36´ conductor) and the Drilling of the respective wells with Valaris DS-12 Rig. • Supervise the Subsea Scope of the Lower and Upper Completion of the respective wells. • Did the recovery of a well after issue with a split ring that was dropped in the well, I coordinated 60% of the well recovery operation with fishing operation. • Successful to come to the end of the same project with no incident to report and recover of budget. • Successful Drilled and complete the 4 wells on Block 31 -Infills project in Soyo-Angola as Subsea Supervisor in critical situation of extended days offshore (60 days maximum) and day of quarantine isolation due to the pandemic of the covid 19. It was great to come to the end of the project with success and delivery on time for the project. • We deliver the project rotating only 2 Subsea Supervisor for the entire campaign for both on Platina project and infills. Subsea Wells Supervisor and Engineer – Platina project Block 18 09/2020 to 04/2021 BP Angola – Angola - Luanda • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks. • Developed and maintained effective relationships with 10+ contractors and vendors, ensuring seamless execution of subsea operations, which resulted in a 20% reduction in operational delays. • Monitored well performance, analyzing data to optimize production, resulting in a 12% increase in well output and a 5% improvement in well integrity. • Ensured compliance with all environmental regulations and safety protocols, leading initiatives that reduced environmental impact by 18% during subsea operations. • I delivered 4 x Top holes of the Platina project in 3 weeks as the Subsea Wells Supervisor doing day and Night from the start, preparation up to installation of Conductor and PGB. • I delivered for the Platina project on drilling and completion of the 4 wells supervising the TFMC, Schlumberger Subsea and the Subsea 7 with ROV. • Participate in HAZID and HAZOP preparation for the drilling and completion Campaign in Luanda. • I did all the preparation and SIT of the surface equipment and Subsea from Sonil base following up and assisted the TFMC team on preparation test and mobilization of the equipment to rig. • Worked on preparation and rig up of the equipment, did the jigging of the Landing string. Subsea Supervisor / Light Well Intervention 02/2020 to 09/2020 BP Angola – Angola • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks. • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows. • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions. • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members. • I was on HAZID and HAZOP preparation for the Light Well intervention Campaign in London Sunbury for 33 days. • I did all the preparation and SIT of the IRIS system in Walvis Bay – Namibia for 35 days. • Worked on preparation and rig up of the intervention vessel with the IRIS equipment on Maersk Installer vessel, worked with the Hydrate remediation skid, Lubricator deployment and over boarding, grease skid system, prepared the system to change the IRIS configuration from block 18 (FMC) to Block 31 (OSS) system and prepared the required subsea tools and equipment for the Light Well Intervention. Wells Subsea Supervisor 06/2017 to 02/2020 BP Egypt – Egypt – WND Project • First time in international assignment work. • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks. • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows. • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions. • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members. • I started the first 10 months of the year working as the Subsea Wells supervisor on nightshift, then with the new organization and restructuration on Subsea wells Team I have been working for 1 year and 2 months as stand-alone Subsea supervisor on this project delivering the 8 x Raven high-pressure wells of the project. • During these 3 years I have worked on: • Deliver and the installation of horizontal tree and completed all 8 x Giza Fayoum wells. • Delivered the installation of horizontal trees and completed the most challenging gas wells with 10000psi pressure of the Raven project with 8 Wells. • Working on delivery of Atoll wells. GWO Wells Subsea Supervisor 10/2014 to 06/2017 BP Angola – Block 18 and 31 • Supervised and executed over 45+ subsea well operations, maintaining 100% compliance with GWO and API RP 17 safety and operational standards. • Direct installation and retrieval of subsea equipment including BOPs, 45+ wellheads, and risers and control systems with zero LTIs (Lost Time Incidents). • Coordinated with drilling and marine teams across 5+ offshore rigs, ensuring seamless rig moves and subsea infrastructure readiness within target timelines. • I worked as BP GWO Wells Subsea Supervisor in Angola with BP for block 18 and block 31: • Did the Installation and pre-commissioning of 30 x vertical Christmas trees from FMC and Cameron. • Spud, drilling and completion of the Block 31 wells with Cameron equipment and running tools. • Was the Subsea Supervisor on milestone and first intervention campaign with OWRS performed by BP in Angola for both block 18 and 31. Wells Subsea Engineer 03/2012 to 10/2014 BP – Angola – Torres Atlántico Luanda-Angola • Engineered and executed 12+ subsea well installations across deepwater assets, including wellhead installation and subsea tree deployment, achieving 100% compliance with HSE and API standards. • Managed interface coordination between 10+ vendors and 4 marine contractors, ensuring seamless integration of BOPs, manifolds, umbilical, and flowlines on projects valued at over $150M. • Conducted 15+ risk assessments (HAZOP, HAZID, FMEA), identifying and mitigating over 40 critical risks, leading to zero lost-time incidents (LTI) over 3 years of subsea operations. • During the years of 2012 to 2013, I work as BP Subsea engineer supporting the Subsea Wells team in Angola with the operations offshore as Night Subsea Supervisor on Spud or Top holes and Upper Completion for both, block 18 and 31. • At that time, I was certified with IWCF well control for Drilling and Subsea Supervisor level 4 exactly in 2012. Trainee Engineer at BP SAPREF – South Africa Petroleum Refinery 04/2008 to 07/2008 BP – South Africa– Durban • I was trained at BP SAPREF (South Africa Petroleum Refinery) on maintenance workshop for 12 weeks on intervention of pumps, compressors, and turbines. • Company: BP South Africa – SAPREF (South Africa Petroleum Refinery) • Location: Durban – South Africa • Working hours: 40 hours per week. Mechanic - Electrician - Toyota De Angola 07/2003 to 12/2005 • Worked at TOYOTA DE ANGOLA as Electrician / Mechanical technician on maintenance and repair of cars with under a scholarship program at university. • Mechanical service and revision of Toyota engine. • Location: Luanda – Angola • Working hours: 50 hours per week Education Master of Executive Business Administration: Project Management 07/2024 Eaton Business Scholl / Universitas Degli Studi Guglielmo Marconi– Republic of Italy. Bachelor of Technology in engineering: Mechanical Engineering 12/2012 Durban University of Technology - Durban-South Africa National Diploma in engineering: Mechanical Engineering 06/2010 Durban University of Technology - Durban-South Africa Bachelor of Science: Electromechanics 05/2005 Jean Piaget University - Luanda - Angola Bachelor of Science: industrial Mechanical 02/2000 Instituto Medio Industrial De Luanda (IMIL) - Luanda, Angola Training and Certification • IWCF - Well Operations Crew Resource Management (WOCRM) 08/2025 • IWCF - Level 1 Program (English) 08/2025 • Leadership Development Workshop – Eaton Business School 04/2025 • HUET – Helicopter Underwater Escape Training 10/2024 • IADC Well Sharp Live - Drilling Operations, Workover Completions, Supervisor (Live) 02/2023 • HSE Leadership Development Program 07/2019 • Windows; Word; Excel; Power Point; Access • Hardware • Solid Edge drawings. • Received one-year training in English at ESSA during 2006. • I did my training service P1 for a National Diploma qualification from Durban University of Technology at TEKMATION Durban-South Africa. • I received 6-month training in internship program with BP America from 11 January 2010 to July 2010 in Houston / Lusiana with Cameron Subsea System in Berwick facility. • Was certified with the IWCF Well Control for Supervisor level 4 in Drilling Completion and Intervention. Lisbon 28th August 2025