As part of Wellwise Group's 25th anniversary celebrations, we asked one of our longest standing conractors, Mike Van Groenigen, what it has been like to work for us over the years!
How long have you been contracting with the Wellwise Group?
Since July 1997
What brought you to us?
Opportunities of an International Career through a professional Agent with a good reputation
What aspects of your job have changed since you started contracting with the
Wellwise Group?
My long lasting relationship with Wellwise started July 1997 in the function as a Well Test Supervisor working in the Middle East, South America, Gulf of Mexico, Northern - Central and Southern Africa. In 2001 I was requested back in Algeria by a Service Company I worked with previously and was offered the position as Well Testing & Slick line Integrated Project Manager. It was middle of 2008 when I was asked if I was interested to switch desks and act upon behalf of the Oil Company to take up position as Well Intervention Desk Engineer taking care of all aspects of their Well Interventions.
What was your favourite location you have visited with the Wellwise Group?
As I am quiet adventurous I pretty much liked every location I worked at but the Bolivian Rainforest and South African work trips were the ones that will stick with me forever.
Was there a highlight or lowlight since you have been contracting with the Wellwise Group?
I am glad so say that my time in the Oilfield were only highlights and hope positive surprises and opportunities will keep coming my way in the future.
How has your family coped with you working in the oil and gas industry for so long?
I met the love of my life when I already worked in the Oil Industry for many years. Before I went in for the long run I made it clear that she had to be able to cope with me having a split life between work and family. I am on an equal rotation and can spend nearly half my time 24/7 with my wife and kids and we live life to the fullest.
Do you have any other comments?
Congratulations to the Wellwise group and thanks for the support that was given to me throughout the years and hopefully for many years to come.
To read more about our 25th Anniversary celebrations, read our latest newsletter here.