Stefan C. Colhoun

Stefan C. Colhoun, P. Eng., CPBPM, has a diverse range of work experience spanning over three decades. Stefan C. began their career as a Field Engineer at DOWELL SCHLUMBERGER in 1991 and later worked as a Senior Wireline Engineer at Computalog/Precision Drilling from 1993 to 2000.

In 2000, Stefan joined Precision Drilling as an HSE Coordinator and subsequently held various HSE roles, including Area HSE Coordinator/Canada Radiation Safety Officer and Special Projects/Canada Radiation Safety Officer. During their time at Precision Drilling, they played a key role in realigning and improving the company's HSE management systems, implementing regional standards and procedures, and conducting audits to enhance existing systems and processes.

Stefan then joined Weatherford in 2004 and served in several leadership positions. As the Global QHSSE Manager for Drilling Services, they oversaw global QHSE, radiation programs, and training and competency. Stefan C. implemented risk-based hazard control measures tailored to specific operations and removed generic programs.

At Weatherford, Stefan also served as Director of EEP, WC&RE, where they evaluated and controlled hazards, leading to a significant reduction in motor vehicle incidents through the implementation of Journey Management and safe driving initiatives. Stefan C. further contributed to the development of OEPS (Operational Excellence & Performance System), a comprehensive management system that incorporated ISO 9001, API Q1, API Q2, and other standards.

In 2017, Stefan became the Director of Service Delivery, D&E at Weatherford, where they managed the operational process from initial customer contact to equipment and service delivery at well-sites. Stefan C. also initiated the implementation of a Repair & Maintenance user interface for the JDE Enterprise system, optimizing technician utilization.

Stefan's career continued in 2018 with a role as QHSE Executive at Seeking QHSE Leadership Role, where they demonstrated proficiency in management system standards such as ISO 9001, 18001, API Q1, and API Q2. Stefan C. excelled in quality management system development, implementation, and continuous improvement, as well as data analysis for performance enhancement.

In 2018, Stefan joined KELLER as the Director of Quality and Operating System, leading the development and implementation of tools to ensure adherence to standard processes. Stefan C. successfully devised and implemented a mobile application to replace paper and spreadsheet entries, incorporating safety and quality requirements to drive adherence to standard practices.

Stefan's professional journey also includes their role as an Advisory Council Member for the Transformative Leadership in Disruptive Times program at the George Washington University from 2020 to 2021.

Overall, Stefan C. Colhoun has demonstrated expertise in various aspects of quality management, HSE, operations, and leadership throughout their career.

Stefan C. Colhoun, P. Eng., CPBPM holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Calgary, which they obtained from 1986 to 1991. In 2017, they completed the PESA Executive Leadership Program at the Petroleum Equipment & Services Association, focusing on Business Administration and Management. In 2018 to 2019, Stefan pursued a Business Process Management Certificate at Villanova University. Recently, in 2020 to 2021, they studied Transformative Leadership in Disruptive Times at The George Washington University.