Wayne Dunnington
Wayne Dunnington began his journey in the oil and gas industry in 1996 as an operator, gaining invaluable hands-on operational experience. He attended the University of Lethbridge, studying Kinesiology and Management, which provided him with a unique strategic perspective that he has carried throughout his career. With nearly three decades of industry involvement, Wayne has worked with both junior and large producers as well as vendors, giving him a well-rounded understanding of the industry’s diverse challenges and opportunities.
Wayne has become a recognized authority in regulatory compliance, measurement optimization, and operational efficiency. His extensive background includes building and implementing numerous FDC systems and actively contributing to regulatory frameworks by assisting the IMG, BCER, AER, and CAPPA in regulatory writings. Notably, he played a pivotal role in developing the effluent decision tree for the BCER (formerly the OGC), in collaboration with CAPPA.
His deep regulatory knowledge is supported by numerous audit and allocation courses, making him a trusted advisor on complex compliance challenges. Wayne’s passion and forte lie in facility delineation and reviews, where his strategic insights drive impactful operational improvements.
As one of the Co-Founders of Blue Chip MRC & Field Services, Wayne has led his team to save clients millions of dollars while enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining the highest standards of integrity. Under his leadership, Blue Chip has built a reputation for trust, collaboration, and executional excellence, becoming a valued partner to the industry.
Wayne continues to shape the future of regulatory compliance, field maintenance, environmental compliance, along with measurement and reporting practices while mentoring the next generation of industry professionals. His extensive knowledge and strategic perspective make him a sought-after speaker and consultant, uniquely positioned to provide valuable insights at the 2025 CAPPA Conference.
