Blake Burns
About Blake Burns
Blake Burns is a Drilling Superintendent at Ocean Great White, with extensive experience in the offshore drilling industry. He has held various roles at companies such as Diamond Offshore and National Oilwell Varco, contributing to operations and management in locations including Houston, Texas, and Macaé, Brazil.
Current Role as Drilling Superintendent at Diamond Offshore
Blake Burns currently serves as Drilling Superintendent for the Ocean Great White at Diamond Offshore. He has held this position since 2018 and is based in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. In this role, he oversees drilling operations, ensuring safety and efficiency on the rig.
Previous Experience at Diamond Offshore
Blake Burns has extensive experience at Diamond Offshore, having worked in various capacities. He served as Operations Engineer from 2016 to 2018 in the Houston, Texas Area. He also held the position of Drilling Superintendent for the Ocean BlackHawk for 7 months in 2018, again in Houston, Texas. Additionally, he began his career at Diamond Offshore as an Operations Development Trainee from 2014 to 2016.
Experience at National Oilwell Varco
Blake Burns worked at National Oilwell Varco in multiple roles. He was the On-Site Solutions Director from 2012 to 2014 in Macaé, Brazil. Prior to that, he served as Account Manager for Rig Solutions from 2010 to 2012 in Houston, Texas. He also participated in the Next Generation Program from 2009 to 2010 in Houston.
Educational Background
Blake Burns completed his high school education at the International School of Aberdeen. He furthered his studies at Texas A&M University, where he earned a degree in Agriculture Leadership and Development from 2005 to 2009. Additionally, he participated in the NOV Purdue University Sales Management Program.