Brede Smedsrud

Top-performing senior level drilling operations professional with demonstrated expertise in the areas of rig asset integrity management, health and safety, overseeing organisational regulatory compliance/safety procedures and conducting rig audits. Highly qualified with an MBA in Management of Offshore Projects and an MSc in International Management coupled with IWCF Drilling Supervisor level and other industry-specific certifications. Extensive experience of 18 years in managing drilling and completion operations in all well sections, as well as overseeing rig construction, commissioning, start-up and maintenance activities. Expertise in building and maintaining cordial working relations with the related parties, and demonstrated ability to lead project teams and help contribute to an environment that fosters innovation, risk management and continuous improvement/learning. Multilingual communicator, fluent in English, Norwegian and Portuguese along with remarkable experience in maintaining communicating effectively with people at all levels.