Niko Purba
About Niko Purba
Niko Purba is a Well Site Manager at Chevron in San Ramon, California, with a background in petroleum engineering and experience in drilling fluid and cement analysis.
Title
Niko Purba holds the title of Well Site Manager at Chevron, located in San Ramon, California, United States. In this role, he plays a significant part in overseeing well site operations, ensuring that all activities comply with Chevron policies and legal requirements.
Company
Niko Purba is currently employed at Chevron, a global energy corporation renowned for its comprehensive oil and gas operations. Based in San Ramon, California, Niko contributes to the company's efforts in responsible energy exploration and production.
Education and Expertise
Niko Purba studied Engineering, specifically Petroleum Engineering, at Institut Teknologi Bandung. He completed his Bachelor of Engineering over four years, from 2009 to 2013. His education provided him with a solid foundation in drilling fluid and cement analysis, further enriched by his Migas Certification (APS/AP-III) and CVX IADC Well Control (IADC WellCap).
Background
Niko Purba has a diverse background in the petroleum engineering field. He began his career as a Practical Trainee at Chevron's Drilling Department for one month in 2012. Following this experience, he worked as a Laboratory Teaching Assistant in the Drilling Fluid and Cement Analysis Laboratory at Institut Teknologi Bandung in 2013. These roles helped shape his expertise before he took on his current position at Chevron.
Responsibilities and Collaborations
In his role at Chevron, Niko Purba works closely with Completion Engineers to enhance job quality. He is responsible for providing performance summaries and recommendations to the Toolpusher/Rig Superintendent. Additionally, he ensures the safety and efficiency of operations by leading teams in compliance with established protocols, including completing Migas Safety Checklists and Incident Reporting Protocols.