Sean Barker
Gold Coast,QLD
Summary
Over 15 years of global experience in Offshore Wind, Offshore Oil & Gas, and Infrastructure Engineering and Construction. Expertise in project management, regulatory compliance, and technical document review, with a proven track record in executing large-scale offshore projects. Developed managerial processes for certification surveillance programs, ensuring adherence to local and international quality standards. Strong skills in assessing port facilities for large projects and implementing testing protocols to reduce non-compliance issues.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Infrastructure Advisory Group
10.2025 - 12.2025
- IAG supported the client in the strategic development and preparation of their EOI application for funding as part of Australia's Hydrogen Headstart Round 2 program, engaging closely with the clientʼs leadership and effectively working with both the local project team an international experts.
- Sean was part of IAGʼs multi-disciplinary team who was responsible for:
- Developing the application's content for various workstreams including technical, governance, company experience and industry development
- Shaping strategic positioning and narrative of the application in line with client priorities and global vision for its hydrogen portfolio
- Managing and supporting final preparation of application documents for submission.
Project Coordinator
Infrastructure Advisory Group
04.2025 - 10.2025
- The European Train Control System (ETCS) package of the Logan Gold Coast Faster Rail (LGCFR) project will upgrade the current conventional signaling and train control to ETCS Level 2 to improve the capacity, safety, and speed of the network.
- Sean provides project delivery support with a strong focus on integration and operational readiness, ensuring effective coordination and management of commercial and technical interfaces between the State, contractors, interfacing Alliances, and other relevant parties.
- He also facilitates communication between Queensland Rail, the State, contractors, technical advisors, and other stakeholders to align interests, manage expectations, and drive integration from project delivery into operation.
Commissioning Lead
Infrastructure Advisory Group
09.2024 - 01.2025
- The Lombrum Joint Initiative supports the redevelopment of Papua New Guineaʼs Lombrum Naval Base and build the Papua New Guinea Defence Forceʼs (PNGDF) capability to protect its borders.
- Sean was responsible to commission the newly built facilities, ensuring all systems and components of the facilities were designed, installed, tested, and operated in compliance with project requirements and Australian standards.
Consultant
Infrastructure Advisory Group
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Murchison Hydrogen Renewables is one of the most advanced gigawatt-scale power-to-ammonia projects in the world.
- IAG supported Murchison Hydrogen Renewables and CIP in the strategic development and preparation of their application for funding as part of Australia's Hydrogen Headstart program, engaging closely with the clientʼs leadership and effectively working with both the local project team and CIPʼs international experts.
- Sean was part of IAGʼs multi-disciplinary team who was responsible for:
- Developing the application's content for various workstreams including technical, governance, company experience and industry development
- Shaping strategic positioning and narrative of the application in line with CIPʼs priorities and global vision for its hydrogen portfolio
- Managing and supporting final preparation of application documents for submission.
Offshore Wind Certification Manager
EDF Renouvelables
10.2019 - 11.2023
- As the Certification Manager for these two pivotal projects, Sean led collaboration with certification bodies, regulatory agencies, engineering firms, and constructors to guarantee meticulous adherence to pertinent standards, regulations, and industry best practices.
- The projects achieved the required certification for the final investment decision (FID) and execution, without impacting on the design and construction schedules.
- Fécamp wind farm is a 500MW offshore wind farm being commissioned off the coast of Fécamp in France, providing electricity to 770,000 people.
Offshore Interface Manager
Technip France
03.2016 - 10.2019
- Sean served as the FLNG Interface Manager for external interfaces during the project, overseeing the coordination and communication between offshore teams and stakeholders.
- Sean was responsible and successful in managing and resolving interface issues and conflicts by implementing effective communication strategies to facilitate information flow and enhance collaboration, ensuring smooth operations and timely project delivery.
- ENI Coral South specialises in the extraction and processing of natural gas from Mozambique's extensive offshore reserves.
Offshore Interface Engineer
Technip France
08.2012 - 03.2016
- Sean served as the Interface engineer for internal interfaces during the project, overseeing the coordination and communication between the design and construction of the platform between the consortium partners.
- As part of the assignment, Sean was expatriated to South Korea during the construction of the platform to ensure effective communication and collaboration between the consortium partners.
Project Engineer
Savcor
01.2009 - 07.2012
- Managed and executed multiple remediation and cathodic protection projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop project plans and allocate resources effectively.
- Sean served as the Technical Consultant across the numerous infrastructure asset condition assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Materials
University of Queensland
Brisbane12-2007
Skills
- Project management
- Regulatory compliance
- Stakeholder engagement
- Integration management
- Technical documentation
- Risk assessment
Languages
- English
- French
Personal Information
Title: Senior Project Engineer
Projects
Hydrogen Headstart Bid, Confidential Client, Australia, 10/01/25, 12/01/25 LGCFR - ETCS S1S Project, Transport of Main Roads QLD, $400M, South-east Queensland, 04/01/25, 10/01/25 Lombrum Joint Initiative, Australian Defence Force, Manus Island, Papua New Guinea, 10/01/24, 02/01/25 Horsham Solar Farm, OX2, Horsham, Victoria, 07/01/24, 08/01/24 Murchison Green Hydrogen, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, Kalbarri, Western Australia, 04/01/24, 06/01/24 Parc Eolien en Mer de Fecamp, EDF Renouvelables, France, 10/01/19, 11/01/23 Parc Eolien en Mer du Calvados, EDF Renouvelables, France, 10/01/19, 11/01/23 Gwynt Glas, EDF Renouvelables, United Kingdom, Wales, 01/01/23, 11/01/23 Huanyang Project, EDF Renouvelables, Taiwan, 01/01/23, 11/01/23 Coral FLNG, ENI, Mozambique, 03/01/16, 10/01/19 Hejre Platform, DONG Energy, Denmark, 08/01/12, 03/01/16 Port of Dampier Repairs, Pilbara Ports, Dampier, Western Australia, 10/01/10, 11/01/11 St Lawrence Rail Bridge Cathodic Protection, Queensland Rail, Queensland, 01/01/09, 06/01/10
Benefits To Clients
- Technical and Certification knowledge – comprehensive understanding of the key technical and certification requirements of offshore wind turbines to minimise risk and maximise confidence for all stakeholders.
- Offshore Installation methods and risk management - skilled in scheduling and identifying risks during offshore campaigns for various equipment and components.
- Interface Management - comprehensive understanding of the interdisciplinary interfaces within complex projects, proficient in providing regular reporting to track progress and ensure successful deliverables.
- Stakeholder Management - effectively managing relationships with diverse stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and collaboration throughout projects.
Career Overview
Sean brings over 15 years of global experience in various roles within the Offshore Wind, Offshore Oil & Gas, and Infrastructure Engineering and Construction industries. An accomplished engineer with a focus on complex offshore energy infrastructure, Sean is passionate about helping Australia's emerging offshore wind sector establish and succeed. He has a diverse skillset in both design / engineering and construction including project management, regulatory compliance and certification management, interface management, resource management, technical document review and reporting, documentation for operation and associated coordination tasks. Sean honed his project engineering and management skills through successful execution of several large-scale offshore projects. Notably, he developed managerial processes and procedures while spearheading certification surveillance programs, which ensured the quality of the design and construction adhered to both local regulatory and international standards. Sean has performed offshore installation sequences on various components to both fixed and floating wind turbines, including conducting meticulous weather stand-by calculations, for project scheduling and budgeting. During the development phase of floating wind turbine projects, Sean also assessed local port facilities required to deliver large projects from 1GW in size.
Timeline
Project Manager
Infrastructure Advisory Group
10.2025 - 12.2025
Project Coordinator
Infrastructure Advisory Group
04.2025 - 10.2025
Commissioning Lead
Infrastructure Advisory Group
09.2024 - 01.2025
Consultant
Infrastructure Advisory Group
04.2024 - 06.2024
Offshore Wind Certification Manager
EDF Renouvelables
10.2019 - 11.2023
Offshore Interface Manager
Technip France
03.2016 - 10.2019
Offshore Interface Engineer
Technip France
08.2012 - 03.2016
Project Engineer
Savcor
01.2009 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Engineering - Materials
University of Queensland