Ildo Santiago
About Ildo Santiago
Ildo Santiago is a Control Room Operator at ExxonMobil Canada East, with extensive experience in offshore and onshore operations across the USA, Canada, and Angola.
Current Position at ExxonMobil Canada East
Ildo Santiago currently works as a Control Room Operator at ExxonMobil Canada East. His role involves managing the safe and reliable operations of the Control Room, located on Sable Island, Nova Scotia, Canada. Utilizing a Distributed Control System (DCS), he ensures the operations are effective and meet safety standards. His role also involves interfacing daily with various roles including Field Operator, Offshore Installation Manager, Production Supervisor, and Maintenance Supervisor, contributing to safety, reliability, and production targets.
Previous Experience at OTS Ltd.
Ildo Santiago was employed by OTS Ltd. as an Offshore Intervention Operator from 2006 to 2007. During his tenure, he worked for six months in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. This role added to his extensive experience in offshore operations, enabling him to develop skills critical for intervention tasks and operational efficiency in offshore environments.
Early Career at ExxonMobil
Ildo Santiago began his career at ExxonMobil, where he held multiple roles. From 2001 to 2006, he was a Field Operator at the Kizomba "A" FPSO and TLP in Angola. Following this, he took on the role of Operations Trainee from 2003 to 2004 in Green Canyon 18, Gulf of Mexico, USA. These positions provided a solid foundation in offshore operations, enhancing his technical skills and understanding of field operations.
Educational Background in Petroleum and Process Operations
Ildo Santiago holds a degree in Petroleum Technology from Cape Breton University. Additionally, he achieved qualifications in Production Operations from the National Institute of Petroleum and in Process Operations/Power Engineering from Nova Scotia Community College. These academic credentials have been instrumental in his extensive career in both offshore and onshore operations.
Mentorship and Operational Efficiency Contributions
In his role at ExxonMobil Canada East, Ildo Santiago is responsible for mentoring and training new operators, ensuring they are well-versed in safety standards and operational protocols. He actively contributes ideas to maximize production, minimize operating costs, and eliminate downtime. His proactive approach and extensive experience make him a key contributor to operational efficiency in the control room.