Nick Welsh
General Manager at Bitumen Importers Australia- Claim this Profile
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French Elementary proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Mandarin Elementary proficiency
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Matthew Waller
I worked directly for Nick over a number of years. I found his management style personal and direct. He knows how to get the most out of his team and encourages alternative approaches. Nick has a great wealth of operational and engineering experience. Working under his direction has opened many doors and I could not recommend him more highly enough.
Mark Jones
In my role as the Bitumen Engineering Manager I regularly requested assistance from Nick Welsh the BP Process Safety Manager on process safety matters such as the Bitumen Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Project Hazop’s and 10 Yearly Site Hazop’s for Bitumen Process Safety Issues. What I like about Nick is his ability to break complex issues down and provide a clear determination on how we should approach an Engineering issue. Nick comes with a strong practical background in operations and project engineering which with his drive for Process Safety has brought many positive outcomes for our business. I would thoroughly recommend Nick to any employer looking for someone who can provide quality advice that is both practical but will let you sleep well out night. Mark Jones
Matthew Waller
I worked directly for Nick over a number of years. I found his management style personal and direct. He knows how to get the most out of his team and encourages alternative approaches. Nick has a great wealth of operational and engineering experience. Working under his direction has opened many doors and I could not recommend him more highly enough.
Mark Jones
In my role as the Bitumen Engineering Manager I regularly requested assistance from Nick Welsh the BP Process Safety Manager on process safety matters such as the Bitumen Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Project Hazop’s and 10 Yearly Site Hazop’s for Bitumen Process Safety Issues. What I like about Nick is his ability to break complex issues down and provide a clear determination on how we should approach an Engineering issue. Nick comes with a strong practical background in operations and project engineering which with his drive for Process Safety has brought many positive outcomes for our business. I would thoroughly recommend Nick to any employer looking for someone who can provide quality advice that is both practical but will let you sleep well out night. Mark Jones
Matthew Waller
I worked directly for Nick over a number of years. I found his management style personal and direct. He knows how to get the most out of his team and encourages alternative approaches. Nick has a great wealth of operational and engineering experience. Working under his direction has opened many doors and I could not recommend him more highly enough.
Mark Jones
In my role as the Bitumen Engineering Manager I regularly requested assistance from Nick Welsh the BP Process Safety Manager on process safety matters such as the Bitumen Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Project Hazop’s and 10 Yearly Site Hazop’s for Bitumen Process Safety Issues. What I like about Nick is his ability to break complex issues down and provide a clear determination on how we should approach an Engineering issue. Nick comes with a strong practical background in operations and project engineering which with his drive for Process Safety has brought many positive outcomes for our business. I would thoroughly recommend Nick to any employer looking for someone who can provide quality advice that is both practical but will let you sleep well out night. Mark Jones
Matthew Waller
I worked directly for Nick over a number of years. I found his management style personal and direct. He knows how to get the most out of his team and encourages alternative approaches. Nick has a great wealth of operational and engineering experience. Working under his direction has opened many doors and I could not recommend him more highly enough.
Mark Jones
In my role as the Bitumen Engineering Manager I regularly requested assistance from Nick Welsh the BP Process Safety Manager on process safety matters such as the Bitumen Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Project Hazop’s and 10 Yearly Site Hazop’s for Bitumen Process Safety Issues. What I like about Nick is his ability to break complex issues down and provide a clear determination on how we should approach an Engineering issue. Nick comes with a strong practical background in operations and project engineering which with his drive for Process Safety has brought many positive outcomes for our business. I would thoroughly recommend Nick to any employer looking for someone who can provide quality advice that is both practical but will let you sleep well out night. Mark Jones
Credentials
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ASME Masterclass - Process Piping Design
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Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Holmesglen Institute -
Confined Space Entry (Certificate II in Public Safety)
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Construction Industry (Blue Card)
Queensland Government -
Elevating Work Platform
Elevating Work Platform Assocn. Australia -
HAZOP Leader
SHE Pacific -
LF - Forklift
OHS Certification Australia -
LOPA Leader
IChemE -
WP - Work Platform (Boom 11M or More)
OHS Certification Australia
Experience
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Bitumen Importers Australia
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Australia
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Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager
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2016 - Present
Bitumen Importers Australia is a Joint Venture between Boral and Downer created to import paving grade bitumen and manufacture specialty bitumen in a safe, efficient and reliable manner.Directly accountable to the Board with full profit and loss responsibility, developing and managing the operations of the business within budget, safety, governance and commercial expectations as defined by the Joint Venture agreement.
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National Operations Manager
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2015 - 2016
Bitumen Importers Australia is a Joint Venture between Boral and Downer created to import paving grade bitumen and manufacture specialty bitumen in a safe, efficient and reliable manner.Managed and maintained, through third party contracts, the national bitumen supply chain from source identification, import, storage and delivery to customers with no disruption to supply whilst ensuring all operational risks were fully managed for the partners.Managed the importation and supply of 15% of the national bitumen requirements for Australia (130,000 tonnes) across 4 operational sites developing a robust operations management system including risk management procedures, balance sheet and stock management processes, health and safety standards and service level agreements through third party supply, operations and quality control contracts. Show less
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Your Safety Partners
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Australia
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Business Consulting and Services
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Consultant
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2014 - 2014
Reviewed processes associated with client Engineering practices, identifying opportunities for improvement via Continuous Improvement methodologies to reduce inefficiencies and inconsistencies in process application across national sites. Identified and defined programmes to develop skills competency, reduce risk and complexity and programme measures of effectiveness, starting the process of accessing improved outcomes and efficiencies within the client. Reviewed processes associated with client Engineering practices, identifying opportunities for improvement via Continuous Improvement methodologies to reduce inefficiencies and inconsistencies in process application across national sites. Identified and defined programmes to develop skills competency, reduce risk and complexity and programme measures of effectiveness, starting the process of accessing improved outcomes and efficiencies within the client.
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BP
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France
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager: Process Safety
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2009 - 2014
Implemented the Group Process Safety requirements in order to develop a competency in Process Safety within the business through leadership, training, mentoring and delivery of guidance. Implemented business processes addressing Major Accident Risk and Hazard Facility processes, HAZOP, LOPA, HSSE Reviews and Occupied Permanent Building standards and guidance.Led the Process Safety Team to establish and understand technical and operational engineering and process safety requirements, developing processes to provide assurance that assets are Fit for Purpose.Led the development of Engineering Standards with appropriate design and construction assurance processes ensuring that designs drive safe reliable and efficient operations, while appropriately managing risk and meeting all BP Group and Australian legislation. Show less
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Major Projects and Services Manager
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2012 - 2012
The Major Projects and Services Manager is part of the Asset Management leadership team, and accountable for Major Projects delivery in expected budget range $20-$100m in any given year.Led the delivery of Project Services to the business, building a collaborative and disciplined Asset Management leadership team responsible for successful delivery of individual Major Projects across Australasia leading to a sustainable high performing and safe operating culture in the appropriate application of project management principles. Show less
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Engineering Authority Engineer
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2006 - 2009
Provided a professional technical engineering service to the business by developing and leading programs of technical safety, design, and documentation for major projects and the development and maintenance of Engineering Standards. Acted as an Engineering centre of expertise to the Logistics and Facilities business across the Australia, New Zealand and the South West Pacific, Air BP (Aviation), B2B, Bitumen and Marine businesses.
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Operations Manager (Queensland)
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2003 - 2006
The Queensland business had a throughput of over 160,000 tonnes with key challenges of working with the Management Team to ensure reliable bitumen and bituminous products supply in a variable supply environment. The business consisted of a bituminous products handling and manufacturing plant dedicated to superior customer responsiveness, delivering the best products, whilst observing the guiding BP HSSE principles.Responsible for all the management of all operational issues within the Bulwer Island Bitumen plant as well as maintenance and capital projects in the Cloncurry and Townsville Depots.Led the Operations Team and contract staff to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Plant, meeting all Company and Regulatory requirements with no Lost Time Injuries recorded.Managed the production of BP’s polymer modified products to ensure compliance with specifications and standards of quality and product stewardship to meet customer requirements.Planned and executed capital projects and maintenance work for the Bulwer plant and two regional Depots to continuously improve the operation of the plant assets including the preparation of the annual operations budget, growing from $500k to $1000k over 3 years and monitoring performance to ensure maintenance effectiveness against impact to profitability. Show less
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Bitumen Engineer
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1999 - 2003
Provided a centre of engineering expertise within the Australasian Bitumen Business. Provided assistance to Production Managers when required during maintenance shut-downs at Bulwer, Selfs Point, Altona, deputising for Production Managers in their absence.Managed the routine maintenance planning function and annual budget of $3 million.Planned, managed and delivered Engineering capital and maintenance project work, ensuring all facilities are fit for purpose.
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Technical Products Officer
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1997 - 1999
Managed the BP Bitumen Technical 1800 Helpline for targeted Bitumen customers. Provided technical backup relating to manufacturing and product application as a recognised “centre of expertise”. Responsible for all technical issues for all aspects of BP’s Bitumen including development, manufacture, quality and promotional support.
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Education
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1988 - 1994
Monash University
B.Sc. and B.E (Hons), Mechanical Engineering, Maths, Physics -
1976 - 1987
Trinity Grammar
VCE
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