INTRODUCTION
Job Title: Field Service Manager
Name: Bryce Stanley
Company Overview: Bryce Stanley is a Field Service Manager at Schlumberger, a global leader in oilfield services. His role exemplifies Schlumberger’s commitment to a “borderless career path,” providing flexibility and the opportunity to take on diverse job assignments across the world.
Job Overview
Bryce’s responsibilities as Field Service Manager are varied and extensive, encompassing the daily management of a team of engineers and technicians. His tasks include overseeing personnel, managing finances and logistics, and ensuring compliance with QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Environment) standards. His role demands a balance of technical expertise and leadership as he works to deliver engineering solutions that meet client needs. Bryce’s commitment to safety is further supported by Schlumberger’s ISO 140002 certification, which demonstrates its dedication to high environmental and safety standards.
Career Path
Bryce began his journey with Schlumberger in 1999 as a Field Engineer. Over the years, he has progressed through several roles, including General Field Engineer and Technical Engineer at Shell’s head office in New Orleans. He later became a Field Service Manager in Libya before taking on his current role in Eastern Canada. Bryce’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Earth Science from Memorial University. His involvement in the Alexander Murray Geology Club, the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists (APEGN) student chapter, and as a minor hockey referee helped him develop the teamwork and leadership skills essential for his career.
Day in the Life
Bryce’s lifestyle is shaped by both office-based and field responsibilities. While he works primarily from his local office, he frequently travels to client sites across North America, the Middle East, and Africa. His role demands flexibility as he balances on-site tasks with client meetings in downtown St. John’s and manages on-call duties for night and weekend emergencies.
Skills and Tools
Technical Skills: Personnel management, QHSE compliance, asset management, and logistics coordination.
Soft Skills: Leadership, cross-cultural communication, adaptability, and problem-solving.
Tools Used: Project management platforms, financial software, safety databases, and communication systems.
