Founder and Technical Head of Al-Etimad LLC with 29 years of experience in Oil & Gas. A Mechanical specialist with proven expertise in drilling rig operations, maintenance strategy, asset management and rig manufacturing.
Ensures every project is executed to the highest standards of API, ASME and PDO compliance, driving Al-Etimad's commitment to engineering excellence and reliable project delivery.
An Oil & Gas professional with over 25 years of experience in drilling, workover operations, rig inspection, commissioning and field operations with PDO and Shell.
Specialized in rig design, reactivation and upgrades, rig acceptance and commissioning, HSE auditing, operational readiness and compliance with OEM and international standards including API and ASME.
Brings extensive hands-on experience in well-site operations, contractor coordination, logistics, cost control and HSE management. Leads Al-Etimad's strategic direction and technical execution, ensuring every project is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest industry standards.
With 18+ years of total experience, including 13+ years in Oman's Oil & Gas sector in asset management, quality control and commissioning of drilling rigs, workover hoists and well control equipment for projects supporting PDO, OQ, ARA Petroleum and OXY.
Responsible for rig manufacturing oversight in China, factory audits, FAT, vendor qualification and compliance with API, ISO and ASME standards. Contributed to multiple rig commissioning projects achieving zero critical NCRs and significant reduction in audit findings, in his previous assignments.
Holds Bachelor of Law, MBA, Certified International Supply Chain Professional & Manager, ASNT Level II (NDT), API U Lead Auditor, API Q2 Practitioner, NEBOSH IGC and ISO 9001 / ISO 55001 Lead Auditor certifications.
With 25+ years of total experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance within Oman's Oil & Gas and drilling sector for projects supporting PDO, OQ, ARA Petroleum and OXY.
Responsible for electrical and commissioning activities across rig and plant sites, including troubleshooting and preventive maintenance for Top Drive Systems, PLC (Siemens S7), VFD, SCR, MCC, UPS and generator control systems. Ensures compliance with hazardous area Ex standards and HSE policies, and reduced downtime through KPI monitoring and maintenance optimization.
Holds Diploma in Electrical, Electrical Inspector License, and certified training in PLC, VFD, SCR, Top Drive Maintenance, Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas and Electrical Safety.
We offer flexible engagement options structured around your project requirements.
Dedicated full-time technical inspectors stationed at the OEM yard for the duration of the project.
Specialist inspection at key hold points (e.g., initial fit-up, FAT, final commissioning, MRB verification).
End-to-end quality oversight from contract execution to field acceptance.
Our team consists of senior project management, quality inspectors, and mechanical/electrical engineers with experience in OEM manufacturing yards and regional field operations.
| Role | Primary Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Project Manager / Team Lead | Client interface, schedule alignment, and contract compliance |
| Senior QA/QC Inspector | Structural, mechanical, welding (CWI), and NDE oversight |
| Electrical / E&I Specialist | Hazardous area equipment (API/IEC), VFD, and control testing |
| Document Controller | MRB review, certification validation, and trace tracking |