Scott Milne
About Scott Milne
Scott Milne is a Roughneck and Floorman with extensive experience in the drilling industry, currently employed at Diamond Offshore since 2014. He has progressed through various roles, including Derrickman and Assistant Driller, and has worked on multiple drilling rigs in the North Sea.
Work at Diamond Offshore Drilling
Currently, Scott Milne works at Diamond Offshore Drilling as a Roughneck/Floorman. He has been in this role since 2014, accumulating 10 years of experience in the North Sea. His responsibilities include managing the pit room and mud pumps, ensuring operational readiness for various tasks. Milne has progressed from a Roustabout to a Derrickman, gaining extensive experience in handling Bottom Hole Assembly (BHA) components and ensuring safety protocols are followed on the rig floor.
Previous Experience in Drilling Operations
Before joining Diamond Offshore, Scott Milne worked with Odfjell Drilling as a Roughneck from 2011 to 2013, following a year as a Roustabout from 2010 to 2011. His tenure at KCA Deutag Drilling Ltd as a Lead Floorman/Roughneck lasted for 8 months in 2013. Throughout these roles, he developed skills in various aspects of drilling operations in the North Sea, including managing equipment and crew safety.
Education and Training
Scott Milne attended Ellon Academy from 1997 to 2001, completing a four-year program. His education provided a foundation for his career in the drilling industry, equipping him with essential skills and knowledge that he has applied throughout his professional journey.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
Milne has gained significant technical expertise in drilling operations. He has experience filling in as an Assistant Driller, where he was responsible for measuring and making up BHA, as well as running and pulling Blowout Preventers (BOPs) and Christmas tree equipment. His hands-on experience on fully manual and semi-submersible drilling rigs, including the Ocean Nomad, Ocean Valiant, and Ocean Guardian, has further enhanced his capabilities in the field.