Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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STEPHEN WILKINSON

STEPHEN WILKINSON

Oil & Gas Professional
Perth,WA

Summary

Diligent Process Control Room Technician with a robust background in technical training and safety operations, dedicated to developing and delivering comprehensive training programs that engage learners and enhance team performance. Proven expertise in simplifying complex concepts while fostering a collaborative learning environment, complemented by strong problem-solving skills and exceptional communication abilities. Equipped with NEBOSH-certified safety leadership and IEMA-accredited environmental awareness, adept at creating site-specific training materials and conducting ISO 9001 and 45001 audits. Committed to driving continuous operational improvement and advancing organisational objectives through enthusiasm and a proactive approach to new challenges, ready to develop successful training plans that meet dynamic company and employee needs.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1

Training & Assessing Certification

1
1

NEBOSH General Certificate

1
1

IEMA Environmental Management

Work History

Process Operations & Technical Trainer

Inpex Australia & South Korea
07.2013 - Current
  • Developed and delivered technical training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
  • Assessed training needs and tailored content to align with organisational goals.
  • Mentored junior trainers, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing.
  • Maintained detailed records of employee progress throughout training programs, allowing managers to easily track improvements over time.
  • Developed customised learning plans for employees at different skill levels, ensuring optimal knowledge retention and skill development.
  • Oversaw technical documentation, instruction and evaluation to meet process operations education initiatives.
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts to develop tailored courses for specific roles within the organisation.
  • Standardised company-wide technical documentation by developing clear guidelines and templates for use in all departments.
  • Assisted in the development of internal certification programs, setting clear expectations for employee performance in technical roles.
  • Blended traditional learning approaches with existing and new technologies and used variety of learning tools to create and deliver learning programs that produced results.
  • Collaborated with technical manager to identify key areas necessitating training based on operational needs.
  • Partnered with leadership and frontline teams to embed HSE culture and resolve safety challenges.
  • Executed start-up, shutdown, and isolation procedures per site safety protocols.
  • Strategic safety leadership & multicultural workforce integration

Control Room & Production Technician

Chevron, Gorgon Project, Australia
06.2012 - 07.2013
  • Developed and authored high-precision operational procedures to enhance safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance across offshore and onshore assets
  • Translated complex technical processes into clear, actionable documentation tailored to site-specific operations and workforce capabilities
  • Improved workforce understanding and reduced operational risk by aligning procedures with real-world conditions and control room requirements
  • Led safety meetings, fostering a culture of awareness and proactive risk management among staff.
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams for seamless coordination of production activities and timely delivery of finished goods.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by leading daily briefings to discuss targets and address any immediate concerns.

Offshore Production Technician

Wood PLC, UK
10.2010 - 06.2012
  • Executed performance adjustments to maintain optimal output, system integrity, and regulatory compliance
  • Improved product quality with meticulous monitoring of operational parameters and adherence to specifications.
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
  • Delivered fault diagnosis and maintenance support during shutdowns and turnarounds; ensured strict adherence to PTW systems and safety protocols
  • Participated in root cause analysis investigations for recurring issues, identifying solutions to prevent recurrence.
  • Increased workplace safety, conducting thorough hazard assessments and implementing corrective actions.

Refinery Control Room Technician

Total Lindsey Oil Refinery, UK
05.2005 - 10.2010
  • Operated and monitored CCR and field units to ensure safe, reliable performance across production systems.
  • Operated and maintained refinery equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational efficiency.
  • Supported project management teams with expert technical advice, contributing to successful project completions.
  • Conducted routine inspections and troubleshooting of machinery to identify potential issues and minimize downtime.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.

Skills

  • Targeted training programs
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Enhancing multicultural team dynamics
  • Effective cross-cultural communication
  • Training needs assessment
  • Guiding professional development
  • Forward-thinking approach
  • Adaptive learning techniques
  • Performance assessment
  • Effective listening

Accomplishments

  • Designed and delivered technician-focused training programs that significantly improved operational performance and safety outcomes. These programs reduced competency completion time by 50% while boosting operator confidence and technical mastery.
  • Advocated for safety in South Korean shipyards, communicating effectively across language barriers.
  • Led strategic initiatives to improve onboarding processes, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.

Certification

· NEBOSH General Certificate

· NEBOSH Process Safety Management

· Certificate IV Training & Assessment

· Advanced Oil & Gas Extraction Theory

· IEMA Foundation Cert Environmental Management.

· Exemplar Global Internal Auditor

· Agile with Scrum Project Management

· Trade Certificate III Boilermaker/ Welder

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Process Operations & Technical Trainer

Inpex Australia & South Korea
07.2013 - Current

Control Room & Production Technician

Chevron, Gorgon Project, Australia
06.2012 - 07.2013

Offshore Production Technician

Wood PLC, UK
10.2010 - 06.2012

Refinery Control Room Technician

Total Lindsey Oil Refinery, UK
05.2005 - 10.2010

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