Franck Egbon is a highly experienced and versatile Well Engineer with over 32 years of diverse experience in the Oil and Gas industry. He holds a Diplôme d’Ingénieur and a Master of Science from the prestigious French Petroleum Institute (IFP) School in Paris, as well as a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Electronics from the University of Benin. Franck is proficient in English, French, and Pidgin.

Throughout his career, Franck has demonstrated a firm understanding of drilling, reservoir, and production engineering/technology, along with a basic knowledge of geology. He has worked effectively in multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environments and has extensive experience in recruiting both locally and internationally for Total SA Nigeria. Franck is also a mentor and trainer to young engineers and is actively involved with the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) International.

Franck’s professional journey includes significant roles at Total Exploration & Production, where he currently serves as the General Manager, Talent Management. In this role, he oversees the development of managers, ensures the implementation of mobility campaigns, and manages talent development and learning strategies within TotalEnergies. His previous roles at Total include General Manager, Human Resources, Senior Talent Development, Advisor, Careers Technical Disciplines, and Manager, Drilling Metier Staff Development.

In addition to his industry roles, Franck is a dedicated lecturer at several institutions, including the Institute of Petroleum Studies (IPS)/IFP, the Nelson Mandela Institute/World Bank University – African University of Science and Technology (AUST), the Center of Excellence in Geosciences & Petroleum Engineering, University of Benin, and the Offshore Technology Institute, University of Port Harcourt. He is also associated with Total Professeurs Associés (TPA), where he contributes to building bridges between the oil industry and academic circles.

Franck’s specialties include Well Engineering, Lecturing, Recruitment, Training, Mentoring, and Coaching. His recent educational pursuits include certifications from INSEAD, London Business School, Harvard Business School Online, The University of Texas at Austin – Center for Professional Education (CPE), and Rice University.

Projects:

• Ofon Phase II Project: Managed the drilling and completions, overseeing the engineering and call for tender processes.

• Ikike Project: Managed the drilling engineering and controlled area budgets, developed AFEs, and coordinated planning processes.

• Santa Barbara Well: Involved in drilling one of SPDC’s longest wells at a depth of 18,300 feet MD.

• Deep Offshore Group: Promoted and enforced TOTAL safety policy, supervised the implementation of new software, and managed the Corporate Well Abandon Database.

• Various HR Projects: Organized and managed transfers and mobility of employees, supervised HR campaigns, and conducted career management decisions.

Professional Affiliations:

• Member, Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE)

• Member, Council of Energy Advisors

• Lecturer, Institute of Petroleum Studies (IPS)/IFP

• Lecturer, Nelson Mandela Institute/World Bank University – African University of Science and Technology (AUST)

• Lecturer, Center of Excellence in Geosciences & Petroleum Engineering, University of Benin

• Lecturer, Offshore Technology Institute, University of Port Harcourt

• Lecturer, Total Professeurs Associés (TPA)

Trainings:

• INSEAD: Financial Analysis for Non-Finance Managers (April 2024 – May 2024)

• London Business School: Human Resource Strategy in Transforming Organisations (May 2024)

• Harvard Business School Online: Certificate in Business Analytics (August 2022 – October 2022)

• The University of Texas at Austin – Center for Professional Education (CPE): Certificate in Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring (November 2021)

• The University of Texas at Austin – Center for Professional Education (CPE): Certificate in Understanding Business Strategy (October 2021)

• Rice University: Certificate in The SHRM Learning System for HR (May 2018 – October 2018)

• Rice University: Certificate in Essentials of Human Resources (September 2018)

Publications:

• Semi-Analytical Models on the Effect of Drilling Fluid Properties on Rate of Penetration (ROP): This paper, co-authored with Moses A. O. Alum, was presented at the Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition held in Abuja, Nigeria, from July 30 to August 3, 2011. It explores the relationship between drilling fluid properties and the rate of penetration using semi-analytical models¹.

Annular Pressure Prediction During Well Control-August 2012

DOI: 10.2118/163015-MS

Omotayo OmosebiOmotayo OmosebiS.O. OsisanyaG.A. Chukwu Franck Egbon

PETDRILL: A Quick Look Drilling Evaluation Tool

Article July 2011

Bonaventure Ani ; Franck Egbon ; Francis Fusier

Deep Offshore Fracture Pressure Prediction in the Niger Delta ? A New Approach

Article -August 2009

Joseph Ajienka ;Franck Egbon; Uchechukwu Onwuemena