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Sam Riddock

Alicante/Aberdeen

Summary

Seasoned professional with extensive hands-on experience in offshore and onshore oil and gas operations, military background in surveillance, equipment maintenance, and team leadership. Proficient in manual labor, radar and acoustic system operations, and electronic maintenance in challenging environments. Proven track record of effective communication, problem-solving, and adherence to safety protocols in high-pressure operational zones such as Afghanistan. Known for bringing discipline, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to every task to ensure efficiency, readiness, and productivity.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Roustabout

Agency
02.2024 - Current
  • Main responsibilities include:
  • Loading and unloading various items
  • Inspecting and maintaining equipment
  • Operating heavy equipment such as forklifts
  • Performing repairs
  • Follow safety guidelines and regulations
  • Assist crane operators with load transport
  • Cleaning the worksite when drilling operations are complete

Manager

The Nook Bar
07.2019 - 02.2024
  • Responsible for the daily running of an established family bar. Main responsibilities include:
  • Promote and grow the business
  • Managing the business aspects of the bar, such as keeping a current liquor license, negotiating supplier contracts, taking inventory and reordering supplies, managing budgets, and setting goals
  • Hiring, training and leading staff to provide excellent service
  • Creating effective schedules and quickly resolving conflicts to ensure that bar is well staffed during peak hours
  • Setting and enforcing quality and safety controls
  • Overseeing the cleanliness of staff and the physical bar area
  • Working with diverse personalities both on the staff and customers

Treating Iron Labourer

Altus Intervention
03.2014 - 07.2019
  • Responsible for dismantling, inspecting, repairing, and rebuilding Treating Iron equipment. Key responsibilities included:
  • Ensuring tasks were carried out in line with HSE policies, procedures and lean principles, as well as work instructions
  • Strip down, service and repair of Treating Iron under minimum supervision
  • Carry out Inspection of all equipment
  • Pressure tests all Treating Iron & Set Relief valves under minimum supervision
  • Process Customer Work Orders from Goods in to Dispatch under minimum supervision.
  • All Inspections/Pressure Tests to be recorded accurately within AMP system
  • Loading out equipment and recording serial numbers
  • Maintain a high level of housekeeping
  • Prioritise jobs to meet internal and external customer needs.

Radar Detachment Commander

British Army
05.2009 - 03.2014
  • Served as a Radar Detachment Commander in the 5th Regiment Royal Artillery, which focuses on Surveillance and Target Acquisition by using radar and sound acoustic systems. Key responsibilities included:
  • Monitor radar, camera surveillance and sound acoustic systems for incoming threats
  • Assemble and maintain radar and acoustic systems in line with electronic drawings
  • Actively participate in investigation and enforcement measures
  • Participate in emergency reactionary drills to improve the operational readiness of the detachments in preparation for various contingencies
  • Mentored and trained team members on programs, educational opportunities, and courses to enhance professional development

Skills

  • Loading and offloading boats
  • Knowledge of power tools
  • Oil rig operations knowledge
  • Reporting hazards
  • Onboard safety procedures
  • Manual handling
  • Radio communications and technical proficiency
  • Maintenance of electronic systems in demanding conditions

Certification

  • OPITO Banksman and Slinger 2025
  • MIST 2026
  • BOSIET with EBS 2026
  • Escape Chute 2026
  • BI-DELTOID Measurement 2028
  • OGUK 2024
  • H2s Awareness 2027

Timeline

Roustabout

Agency
02.2024 - Current

Manager

The Nook Bar
07.2019 - 02.2024

Treating Iron Labourer

Altus Intervention
03.2014 - 07.2019

Radar Detachment Commander

British Army
05.2009 - 03.2014

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