Jonathan Wilson
About Jonathan Wilson
Jonathan Wilson serves as the Operations Manager at Diamond Offshore, where he has worked for 22 years, overseeing offshore drilling operations across various international locations. He emphasizes safety and critical thinking among crews and manages key processes related to training, discipline, and budget preparation.
Work at Diamond Offshore Drilling
Jonathan Wilson has served as Operations Manager at Diamond Offshore since 2002, accumulating 22 years of experience in the role. His responsibilities include overseeing offshore drilling operations across various international locations such as Indonesia, Equatorial Guinea, Cameroon, Argentina, Brazil, Romania, Russia, and Australia. He has played a significant role in managing the safety and training of crew members, ensuring adherence to operational standards and safety protocols.
Education and Expertise
Jonathan Wilson studied at Texas A&M University at Galveston, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Maritime Systems Engineering from 1992 to 1997. This educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in maritime operations and engineering principles, which he applies in his current role in offshore drilling management.
Safety and Training Initiatives
In his capacity as Operations Manager, Jonathan has promoted safety-minded critical thinking and hazard recognition skills among crews. He has been instrumental in managing the safety, training, promotion, and discipline of crew members on offshore drilling rigs, contributing to a culture of safety and operational excellence within the organization.
Project Management and Client Relations
Jonathan Wilson has managed rig acceptance processes with major customers, including BP, BG, and ExxonMobil. His role involves preparing and managing the operating budget for offshore drilling rigs, as well as overseeing new build construction, upgrades, and surveys of semisubmersibles and jack-ups to meet specific customer requirements.