WellEng IQ

Another first-time Level 3. Another standout result.

This week, we had the pleasure of training Max through IWCF Well Control and he’s absolutely delivered. Currently working on Savanna Rig 407 with QGC/Shell as a Motorman, this result makes the achievement even more impressive.

Max is the kind of candidate every trainer hopes for: committed, switched on, and willing to do whatever it takes to get it right. With Damir’s calm, steady guidance, he’s come out on top this morning.

We love working with first-time Level 3s. Because it’s not just about passing it’s about truly understanding the risks of well control and the responsibility that comes with it.

That’s why we focus on creating an environment where candidates don’t just learn the content — they build the confidence to make the right call when it matters most, on the rig.

Max has a big future ahead of him in this industry — no doubt about it. We’re proud to have played a small part in the journey.

If you’re putting your team through Level 3, the standard of training matters.

See you in two years, Max. Next time, we build even further.

You know how there are people in the industry you naturally gravitate toward, the ones who are not only high performers, but genuinely good people? That was certainly the case this week hosting Brett Griffiths and Barath Ashokkumar from Bridgeport.

Brett is a bit of a unicorn 🦄 in our industry. Trade-qualified as a mechanic, he’s worked his way from Leasehand all the way through to Rig Manager, and today is a Well Operations Superintendent at Bridgeport. That kind of experience, across both the tools and leadership is rare.

We know that Well Control week can be stressful, and many students 🧑‍🎓 prefer to return to the same place for their training. That familiarity can help settle the nerves. So we were genuinely humbled when Brett said he’d like to come and give WellEngIQ a go and that he would be bringing along his colleague Barath.

It’s been a real pleasure hosting them this week and a great reminder of the strong culture at Bridgeport.

They’ve also done exceptionally well, with Brett currently sitting at the top of the WellEngIQ leaderboard 📋 and Barath breathing down his neck. A fantastic result from both of them.

Thank you both for trusting us with your training. We hope you’ll feel like putting that trust in us again in two years’ time.

We’ve been working closely with operators and contractors to support upcoming Well Control certification requirements.

Sharing a recent flyer developed for a client.

As always, focused on practical delivery and real-world application.

We love it when a plan comes together. 👏

Four students. Four passes.

Not that we’re bragging because the credit belongs entirely to them.

When you complete your pre-course study, show up with intent to work hard, engage fully during the week, and back it up with homework each night, you give yourself the best possible chance of success. That’s exactly what our students did this week.

🔹 Sean Bailey from Wild Desert – a first-time Level 3 candidate who has done himself proud. Your very first well control course and you came out on top. We are so happy for you, mate, here’s to stepping up in your career.

🔹 Alex Kelly from Savanna Energy Australia, a first-time Level 4 candidate who has been quietly putting in the work. We were thrilled to see you take the win today. Congratulations, Alex.

🔹 Benjamin Morriss, working for Savanna Energy Australia in the Cooper Basin – a seasoned professional with a wealth of knowledge. What struck me about Ben was that he came straight from a weekend of 12-hour days on the farm into a full week of well control. If that doesn’t demonstrate work ethic, I don’t know what does.

🔹 And finally, a familiar face in Scott Aspinall, who previously worked with Damir for Origin Energy in the NT’s Beetaloo Basin on Kyalla 117 a few moons ago. Scott brought a depth of knowledge and experience into the classroom, which elevated discussions for everyone. Needless to say, he nailed his well control exams and will be heading back offshore to Malaysia in a couple of weeks to support Noble Corporation operations.

Thank you all for trusting us with your week of well control.

It’s a privilege to work with professionals who show up, put in the effort, and earn their results.

Wishing you every success as you head back out into the field. 💪

Two 1st time IWCF Level 3 candidates. Two passes. One very intense week

🎄 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at WellEngIQ 🎄

Thank you to everyone who has liked, shared, commented, and shown us such genuine positivity throughout the year. Your support has helped us spread the word, and we are truly grateful.

As we reflect on the year that was, what we are most proud of is supporting the next generation of rig personnel. From derrickmen to motormen and beyond, helping crew members strengthen their understanding of well control principles is something we take seriously, and we believe it contributes in a meaningful way to making our industry safer.

Looking ahead to the new year, we’re excited to welcome new faces and new companies as they experience the benefits of the WellEngIQ way 🚀

We also have some fresh ideas and new approaches in the works; all aimed at supporting our students and clients even better as we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do.

And finally, some of our favourite feedback from this year:

“It feels so homely here at your centre, and as though you genuinely want us to succeed.” ❤️

That’s exactly what we aim for, every single time.
Wishing you all a safe, restful, and happy festive season 🎄✨

🎄 Q1 2026 Courses Are Open for Booking! 🎄

As we head into the festive season, we’re excited to share our Q1 2026 IWCF Drilling Level 3 & 4 calendar both surface and subsea courses are all available for booking.

All classes will be run by Damir, so you can be assured of a high-quality learning experience and our students agree! 😊

📅 Check the dates & book early to secure your spot WellEngIQ Pty Ltd
📧 [email protected]
📞 0460 429 421

Stay current. Stay confident.

From Feedback to Results: Supporting Your IWCF Candidates Better
Strong training leads to strong results.

Here’s a snapshot from our first five IWCF Well Control courses:
✅ 89% average pass rate
✅ 40% of students scored an average above 90%
✅ 100% pass rate with WellEngIQ

But numbers only tell part of the story. Our candidates spoke about:

🔹 Confidence built through real-world simulator scenarios
🔹 Clear strategies that made exam day less stressful
🔹 Training that goes beyond the minimum to prepare them for real decisions in the field.

👉 Read the full newsletter (with results, reviews, and what’s next):

https://bit.ly/IWCFWellControlResults

If you’re looking for IWCF training that delivers beyond the pass mark, now’s the time to book.

From Feedback to Results: Supporting Your IWCF Candidates Better The chart reflects performance from our first five IWCF courses, and the results speak for themselves. Each candidate was assessed across three critical components: Practical, Equipment, and Principles & Procedures, with a required pass mark of 70% in each.

A little Sunday snapshot 🚸

When you start your own business, you really do it all. So yesterday morning, Damir and I were in bright and early to give the office a good scrub, ready for today’s course.

As you can see, the kids rolled up their sleeves too (with some serious Mario Kart strategy sessions in between 🏎️🎮). And Lola, of course, was supervising 🐾.

I like to think the kids are seeing what it really takes to back yourself, work hard, and chase your dreams.

Now we’re looking forward to another big week supporting Queensland’s finest oil and gas professionals as they battle it out for more Well Control knowledge and that beautiful IWCF ticket.

Wishing you all a great week ahead, friends!

If you think all well control schools are the same, think again.

We get asked the same questions all the time, so here are the answers 👇

❓ Where are you located?
Just 1 minute off the M1 and the most northern well control school 🏖️ . If you’re Sunny Coast crew, yes, you can DIDO.

❓ What’s there to do outside training?
Plenty.
5 mins to Nudgee Beach 🏖️ → clear your head, shoes off 👟 , sun 🌞 on your face
Golf? 🏌 Nudgee & Virginia clubs nearby
Food? 🥗 Loads of good lunch options

❓ What’s your facility like?
Exclusively well control — calm, quiet, focused 🤫 .
Downtime ☕ ? Lounge, Kayo, Netflix, Disney+, and even Mario Kart 🎮.

❓ What about the people?
We’re not just trainers 🧑‍🏫 . We’re people who genuinely care about your career, your capability, your team. And you’ll feel that the moment you walk in.

❓ How’s the teaching style?
Engaging, practical, oilfield-focused. Dynamic discussions, expert knowledge delivered like a mate who’s got your back.

💥 This is WellEngIQ.
Fresh energy, real expertise, and a style that works.

👉 What’s the #1 thing you look for in a great training provider?