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Work History
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Ahmed Shalaby

Ahmed Shalaby

Cairo

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Operations and Business Development Executive with 16 years of progressive leadership experience in the energy sector. Proven track record of managing multimillion-dollar operations across diverse geographies, driving strategic growth, and enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at leading high-performance, cross-functional, and global teams to deliver consistent results in complex and competitive markets. Recognized for a strong blend of analytical insight, commercial acumen, and operational excellence.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Global Learning and Competency Development Manager

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
07.2023 - 03.2025

Led learning strategy for 5,000+ staff across engineering, sales, ops, and leadership.

  • Revamped Project Management Excellence Program to align with business needs.
  • Launched cross-functional career programs to build capability and leadership.
  • Cut KPE attrition to less than 2% via strategic learning and retention efforts.
  • Standardized development frameworks and promotion criteria globally.

Division Operations Integrity Manager

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
03.2020 - 06.2023

Led OI across Surface, Valves, Midstream, and Drilling units, ensuring alignment with global standards.

  • Achieved 100% compliance with global OI standards.
  • Recognized as MENA’s top geo-unit for meeting OI KPOs.
  • Managed regulatory compliance for Cameron JV.
  • Delivered top-tier service quality, earning preferred partner status with Aramco.
  • Contributed to 70% market share in Surface Wellhead solutions.

Operations Manager

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
04.2019 - 02.2020

Led Wireline operations for drilling rigs in Saudi Arabia, managing 500+ employees and projects generating $10M+ monthly revenue.

  • Restored Saudi Aramco’s confidence in SLB Wireline services, selected by SLB HQ for this mission.
  • Achieved 95%+ operational efficiency and 10% market share growth in six months.
  • Positioned SLB as the top Wireline provider with consistent $10M+ revenue and 25% IBT margin.

Operations Manager

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
07.2018 - 04.2019

Led SLB Wireline operations in Egypt, managing all business functions and key clients (BP, ENI, Shell).

  • Established ultra-deepwater Wireline infrastructure in the Mediterranean.
  • Secured 100% market share in Egypt’s deepwater segment.
  • Delivered top service quality and introduced tech accelerating gas field development.
  • Led Egypt team through SLB’s 2018 transformation, setting global excellence benchmarks.

Product and Service Delivery Manager

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
11.2016 - 06.2018

Managed Wireline Evaluation Services in Egypt, ensuring efficient delivery to clients like ENI, BP, Shell, and local NOCs. Oversaw resource allocation, operations, and P&L profitability. Led technical development and performance of field engineers and specialists.

Deepwater Lead Engineer

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
11.2013 - 10.2016

Led Wireline operations in the Gulf of Mexico’s high-pressure, high-temperature environment. Maintained strong client relationships with BP, Chevron, Shell, and BHP, ensuring consistent top performance in a challenging region.

Wireline Field Engineer

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
05.2009 - 10.2013

Delivered safe, high-quality land Wireline services in Egypt’s Western Desert. Supported field teams and assisted the Field Service Manager with personnel and equipment management to optimize operations and profitability.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Mechanical Engineering

The American University in Cairo
Cairo, Egypt
06.2008

Skills

  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Operations Management
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Talent Management
  • Learning and Development
  • Risk Management
  • Project Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Crisis Management
  • Performance Management
  • Profit & Loss

Professional Development

  • Senior Leadership Seminar, Houston, TX, USA, 2024
  • Finance for Business Excellence, Houston, TX, USA, 2023
  • API Q2 Lead Auditor Certification, Khobar, Saudi Arabia, 2022
  • SLB Crisis Management, Cairo, Egypt, 2018
  • IWCF Well control Supervisor, Larose, LA, USA, 2014
  • Deepwater Operations, Larose, LA, USA, 2014

Professional Achievements

  • Performed by SLB, Bronze Award, "BPV - Bring Positive Value to Saudi Aramco and SLB", 2021
  • Performed by SLB, Bronze Award, "Aramco Valves CPA Award - Localization Adoption", 2020
  • Performed by SLB, Bronze Award, "Egypt Future Revealed by Schlumberger Technology", 2019
  • Performed by SLB, Bronze Award, "NME-EEM To5 Changes the game with FTWT", 2019

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Global Learning and Competency Development Manager

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
07.2023 - 03.2025

Division Operations Integrity Manager

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
03.2020 - 06.2023

Operations Manager

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
04.2019 - 02.2020

Operations Manager

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
07.2018 - 04.2019

Product and Service Delivery Manager

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
11.2016 - 06.2018

Deepwater Lead Engineer

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
11.2013 - 10.2016

Wireline Field Engineer

SLB, formerly Schlumberger
05.2009 - 10.2013

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Mechanical Engineering

The American University in Cairo
Ahmed Shalaby