Hasan Avadoğlu
Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Seasoned oil and gas professional with over 25 years of diversified experience across technical operations, directional drilling, and business development. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, optimize field performance, and drive value-added solutions for clients in complex drilling environments. Skilled in project execution, data analysis, and strategic client engagement, with a deep understanding of both upstream technologies and operational challenges. Adept at balancing technical insight with commercial acumen, delivering consistent results across major operators and service companies including Halliburton, Weatherford, and now Tomax. Committed to innovation, safety, and building long-term industry partnerships.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Area Operation Manager UAE - Oman
TOMAX - Drilling Technology
Abu Dhabi
12.2023 - 04.2025
- Oversee all UAE operations and projects, ensuring alignment with company objectives and industry standards
- Manage strategic communications with drilling service companies and ADNOC to maintain strong business relationships
- Serve as account manager for key clients, ensuring operations run smoothly while proactively addressing customer needs and satisfaction
- Monitor and optimize procurement and purchasing processes to maintain operational efficiency
- Conduct quarterly performance analyses and presentations to track KPIs and demonstrate value to stakeholders
- Evaluate market trends and competitive landscape to identify growth opportunities and strategic advantages
- Develop and deliver technical presentations showcasing Tomax AST technology benefits and performance data
- Organize and execute special events featuring live demonstrations of Tomax products to highlight value proposition
- Provide technical assistance and expertise to clients regarding AST regulator technology implementation
Senior Directional Drilling Engineer/ROC Supervisor
HALLIBURTON WORLDWIDE, LTD.
Abu Dhabi, UAE
10.2018 - 11.2023
- Company Overview: Senior Directional Drilling Engineer/ROC Supervisor covering UAE clients for the directional drilling operation controlling remotely rigs in location and ensures the desired directional path and drilling targets are achieved in a safe and economic manner
- Using LOGIX (Automated Directional) drilled using AI and physics-based models eliminating well delivery variability
- Execute and supervise the RSS directional tool technology (point and push at bit) and to meet the customer requirements and promote products, services, or ideas
- Senior Directional Drilling Engineer/ROC Supervisor covering UAE clients for the directional drilling operation controlling remotely rigs in location and ensures the desired directional path and drilling targets are achieved in a safe and economic manner
- Using LOGIX (Automated Directional) drilled using AI and physics-based models eliminating well delivery variability
Senior Directional Drilling Engineer
Weatherford Precision Drilling Services – MEA, UAE
Abu Dhabi
11.2008 - 06.2018
- Leads and provides supervision for the directional drilling operation at the wellsite that ensures the desired directional path and drilling targets are achieved in a safe and economic manner
- Responsible for BHA being assembled as per well/engineering plan
Senior M/LWD Engineer
Weatherford Precision Drilling Services – MEA, UAE
Abu Dhabi
06.2006 - 11.2008
- Lead hand role and adviser for MWD/ LWD operations
- Inspects, creating and submitting real time and final log's using high technology tools to measure and determine characteristics of earth formations in oil- or gas-well boreholes
R/M Technical Supervisor
HALLIBURTON WORLDWIDE, LTD.
Abu Dhabi
05.1993 - 05.2006
- Leads mentors and provides supervision for R&M LWD/ MWD
- Ensures equipment repairs are prioritized in coordination with District, Regional and Global Operations to meet demand requirements
Education
Bachelor's - business administration
Sidoon University
01.2011 - 01.2014
Diploma - Petroleum Technology
Oklahoma University
01.1994 - 01.1996
Diploma - Computer Science
Abu Dhabi Computer Institute
01.1990 - 01.1992
Skills
- MS Office
- AutoCAD
- ISO 9001
- HSE
- Leadership
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Customer Service
- Decision Making
- Problem Solving
Languages
Arabic
English
Turkish
SKILLS
- Data Quality Analysis
- Customer Service
- Radiation Awareness
- Pore Pressure Analysis
- Rotary Steerable System
- Directional Drilling
- Anti-Collision
- LWD Technology
- Roc & Fluid Properties
- LOGS & Interpretation
- Evaluation Tools
Personal Information
Nationality: Turkish (UAE - Resident)
Timeline
Area Operation Manager UAE - Oman
TOMAX - Drilling Technology
12.2023 - 04.2025
Senior Directional Drilling Engineer/ROC Supervisor
HALLIBURTON WORLDWIDE, LTD.
10.2018 - 11.2023
Bachelor's - business administration
Sidoon University
01.2011 - 01.2014
Senior Directional Drilling Engineer
Weatherford Precision Drilling Services – MEA, UAE
11.2008 - 06.2018
Senior M/LWD Engineer
Weatherford Precision Drilling Services – MEA, UAE
06.2006 - 11.2008
Diploma - Petroleum Technology
Oklahoma University
01.1994 - 01.1996
R/M Technical Supervisor
HALLIBURTON WORLDWIDE, LTD.
05.1993 - 05.2006
Diploma - Computer Science
Abu Dhabi Computer Institute
01.1990 - 01.1992
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