Rafael Flores

Rafael Flores is an experienced regulatory and operations specialist in the drilling industry with a career spanning over two decades. Currently serving as a Regulatory Specialist at NOPSEMA since April 2014, Rafael previously held the position of Rig Manager at Archer and Rig Manager Assets at Transocean INC, where responsibilities included asset management, rig maintenance coordination, and safety case preparations. Early in the career at Transocean, roles as Assistant Rig Manager and Operations Engineer II involved managing drilling campaigns, overseeing rig startups, and leading special projects across various locations. Prior experience includes managing operations at Cliffs Drilling Company and a background in drilling engineering. Rafael holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Universidad Metropolitana.