Offshore Operations / Permit Coordinator

• Apr 2021 - Present

As the platforms Issuing Authority my role covers the preparation, verification and issuing of WCCs and ICCs within the Proscient electronic Permit to Work system.This involves conducting site visits with PAs to gather an understanding of the work scope and assist in formulating risk assessments (both level 1 and level 2) for these tasks.I also identify where permits may require Isolations / Rescue plans / COSHH sheets / manual handling risk assessments / Cause and effect charts and other important supporting documentation and assist in the preparation of these.In this role I also have daily face to face discussions with platform personnel during permit issue to ensure no worksite conflicts exist between tasks each day and during permit issue with each work parties PA I also discuss in detail the WCC to ensure it is fully understood prior to issue.I also have a responsibility to ensure I have a broad understanding of the procedures and performance standards to which the business works to enable me to assist my colleagues in the preparation of good quality WCCs. In this role I also create Standalone Risk assessments or Operational Risk assessments as and when required. Show less

Elected Offshore Safety Representative

• Nov 2018 - Apr 2022

Offshore Maintenance I/E Planner

• Jan 2018 - Oct 2021

This role was based offshore on the 47/3B. As an I/E maintenance planner it is my job to work through both the corrective and preventative maintenance work orders which are created in SAP and prepare job plans and packages for each.This will entail performing a field check to ascertain the safety, access and trade requirements for the task and closely assess the work order to ensure it is correct for the proposed task. I will then prepare a permit via our online sentinel pro system to suitably control the proposed work. I am a permit authority and isolating technician within Sentinel pro and I am also trained in creating risk assessments at both level 1 and 2.I also identify and plan for the requirement of materials within SAP for the job as required and also put together in depth task lists for the relevant jobs which include operation and sub operation lines as and when required. These also include estimations of time taken to do each job.Along with this my day to day job involves preparing isolation control certificates, pipe disconnections and interpreting loop drawings, PI&Ds and electrical drawings amongst other documents to effectively plan each task. I predominantly use a system known as EDMS to access our library of drawings, Ex hazardous area drawings and other relevant documentation.I have also completed the Prometheus PM101 maintenance planning training. Show less

Offshore Instrument technician

• Sep 2016 - Mar 2018

This role is based offshore working across both Centrica platforms in the Southern North Sea Rough field for Centrica Storage. The 47/3B and 47/8A.My role comprised of carrying out planned preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance on Systems, Control and Instrumentation. I worked on a broad range of equipment and systems including instruments measuring level, flow, temperature, pressure (both pneumatic and electronic), as well as numerous fire and gas detection instruments such as infra red and UV flame detection; open path and point infra red gas detection, pellistor gas detection and heat and smoke detection. I also maintained numerous types of control valve. The systems across the two platforms I worked on were Siemens PCS7 ESD, Autronica fire and gas system, ABB ESD, ICS ESD Honeywell DCS systems and finally GP Elliot fire and gas panels. This includes ESD testing and testing of SECEs. As well as plant process maintenance I also maintained the platforms HVAC systems, fire pump systems, sprinkler systems and heating medium systems.I am also an active member of both the helideck team and also the emergency response team. Taking part in weekly drills and table top exercises, to ensure my knowledge of dealing with an emergency is as in depth as possible. In this role I also assist in the formulation of rescue plans for non-routine tasks.I have also gained experience of decommissioning as the 47/8A is currently going through this process. This includes preparing ICCs for other contractors and reviewing work packs for upcoming work on the platform. Show less

Instrument and Electrical technician

• Aug 2012 - Sep 2016

I worked as an Instrument and Electrical technician as part of the BP maintenance team at the Saltend petrochemicals site in Hull. I work with a broad range of electrical and instrument equipment and systems. Such as instruments measuring, pressure, flow, level, and temperature. As well as installation, inspection and testing of electrical equipment. I also worked in hazardous area operations involving installation and inspection of ATEX rated equipment. In my role I mainly worked with the DCS system Emerson Delta V on our larger plants and used this system to carry out loop and shutdown checks and interrogating instruments. I have a broad range of skills developed over the 12 years I have worked on various large industrial sites and enjoy working either on my own or as part of a team. As BP employee I was a lead technician on jobs and it was my responsibility to help and guide contractors, apprentices and other colleagues working with me. I also completed as built drawings when required. Job role included; Deputise for I/E team leader. Electrical Isolation authority. Authorised to carry out ESD checks Inspection and Testing of site instrument systems. Erection commissioning and maintenance of Instrument and Electrical systems / switchgear including single and three phase distribution in accordance with industry regulations Maintenance of gas detection systems. Maintenance and set up of various control valves including changing trims, packing’s etc. (MCC) Motor control maintenance / overload injection testing. Experience of SAP systems for procurement, logging work and equipment.. Working knowledge of the permit to work system including the planning and implementation of permits from initial task risk assessments through to job completion. This encompasses manual handling, isolations, working at height and other hazardous activities. Help to develop and deliver agendas for research teams monthly workgroup meetings. Show less