Instrument Technician on the Shearwater Platform

Currently working to ensure the optimum functioning and efficacy of instrument control systems for clients’ by: ◦ Designing diverse instrument systems tailored to client requirements optimising broad knowledge of multiple different brands of instruments and instrument fittings ◦ Planning and managing the timely execution of builds and projects from manufacture, assembly and testing ◦ Refurbishing /repairing instruments / valve actuators, fault-finding/diagnosing, testing and… Show more Currently working to ensure the optimum functioning and efficacy of instrument control systems for clients’ by: ◦ Designing diverse instrument systems tailored to client requirements optimising broad knowledge of multiple different brands of instruments and instrument fittings ◦ Planning and managing the timely execution of builds and projects from manufacture, assembly and testing ◦ Refurbishing /repairing instruments / valve actuators, fault-finding/diagnosing, testing and commissioning systems at client’s offshore sites or locations, as required ◦ Assisting in managing the Workshop & Technicians, including tool maintenance and site safety, attending meetings and arranging timely purchasing of materials◦ Maximising team performance, productivity and sharing knowledge and expertise to assist colleagues and train Apprentices Show less

Retained as a qualified technician in 2018, further developing technical, practical, commercial and client-relationship skills and knowledge in instrument control systems from design through to manufacturing.

During my apprenticeship I completed a SVQ Level 2 in performing engineering operations in the first year while attending college on a weekly basis to gain a NC in mechanical engineering. Over the next few years I completed a SVQ Level 3 in installation and commissioning while still attending college to obtain a HNC in measurement and control. My time at work was initially split between a office and workshop role before transitioning full time into the workshop role. This time provided me with… Show more During my apprenticeship I completed a SVQ Level 2 in performing engineering operations in the first year while attending college on a weekly basis to gain a NC in mechanical engineering. Over the next few years I completed a SVQ Level 3 in installation and commissioning while still attending college to obtain a HNC in measurement and control. My time at work was initially split between a office and workshop role before transitioning full time into the workshop role. This time provided me with excellent hand skills and knowledge on a wide range of valve and instrument control systems from design to manufacture. Show less