Declan Rogers
Redcar
Summary
Highly skilled Production Technician with over 10 years of experience in both onshore and offshore operations. Currently working offshore, with a strong background in process plant operations, emergency response, commissioning, and compliance with COMAH and safety regulations. Previously served as a Control Room Operator at Lighthouse Green Fuels Power Station (CCGT), Seal Sands, gaining extensive control room experience. Adept at working with advanced DCS systems (DeltaV, Siemens PCS 7) and contributing to start-up, shutdown, and maintenance activities. Known for problem-solving, teamwork, and a commitment to operational excellence.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work history
Offshore Production Technician
Petrofac
05.2025 - Current
- Offshore Shutdown Operations: Perform a range of tasks during shutdown operations, including utilities management, pressure testing, isolations/de-isolations, and leak testing, ensuring the plant operates smoothly during critical periods.
- Safety Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and operational standards while working in a high-pressure offshore environment, minimizing risks and maintaining a safe working environment.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, maintain equipment integrity, and reduce downtime, contributing to efficient shutdown processes and system reliability.
- Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving: Quickly identify and address operational issues, using troubleshooting skills to maintain continuous operation and meet shutdown deadlines.
DCS / Control Room Operator
Lighthouse Green Fuels Powerstation
Seal Sands
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Oversee plant operations using DeltaV DCS, ensuring process efficiency and compliance with safety regulations.
- Conduct trip tests, cause & effect testing, and provide operational support for maintenance teams.
- Assist in commissioning and startup of gas turbines, auxiliary boilers, and steam turbines.
- Perform preservation runs on idle equipment to maintain operational integrity.
- Execute safety isolations, risk assessments, and PTW approvals to uphold safety and compliance.
Offshore Production Technician
Semco Maritime/TotalEnergies
Tyra Redevelopment, Denmark
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Integral part of the operations commissioning team for gas turbines, SWL pumps, wellheads, and utility systems.
- Monitored process plant, marine systems, and utilities, ensuring operational integrity and compliance.
- Supported marine operations, including bunkering and permit-to-work systems (E-permit).
- Assisted in safety drills, toolbox talks, and emergency response training.
- Worked closely with the maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve equipment failures efficiently.
- Coordinated with control room operators to ensure seamless field operations and troubleshoot process upsets.
- Performed mechanical isolations, supported the preparation of isolation certificates, and assisted the Production Team Lead with work planning.
Senior Production Technician / Production Lead
KD Pharma Group
Seal Sands
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Led shift operations, covering for site shift operations supervisor when required.
- Area authority for control of work, permit issuing, and lockout-tagout procedures.
- Supported plant commissioning, start-up/shutdown, and safety improvements.
Shift Production Technician
KD Pharma
Seal Sands
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Contributed to site startup and commissioning expansion.
- Monitored Siemens DCS 7 for process control, utilities, and troubleshooting.
- Analyzed data trends and site KPIs to optimize plant performance.
Process Operator
Lianhetech/Fine Organics Limited
Seal Sands
- Temporarily substituted as lead operator, overseeing a team of three.
- Participated in HAZOP meetings, enhancing safety and process optimization.
- Operated on a large scale COMAH top-tier chemical site
Process Operator Apprentice
Fine Organics Limited
Seal Sands
11.2014 - 11.2017
- Completed Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Process Operations.
- Monitored top-tier COMAH site using Siemens PCS 7
Education
Professional Formal Qualifications
Skills
- Process Control & Operations: Extensive experience with DeltaV DCS and Siemens PCS 7, ensuring efficient and safe plant operation
- Safety & Compliance: Strong knowledge of permit-to-work (PTW), isolations, risk assessments, and COMAH regulations
- Commissioning & Start-up: Successfully contributed to Tyra Offshore Gas Production Redevelopment, supporting gas turbines, wellheads, and utilities
- Emergency Response & Leadership: Trained in firefighting, first aid, and HSE protocols, acting as a key safety representative and emergency responder
- Operational Readiness & Maintenance: Experienced in line tracing, P&ID markups, and plant modifications to improve performance and reliability
Timeline
Offshore Production Technician
Petrofac
05.2025 - Current
DCS / Control Room Operator
Lighthouse Green Fuels Powerstation
08.2023 - 05.2025
Offshore Production Technician
Semco Maritime/TotalEnergies
07.2022 - 08.2023
Senior Production Technician / Production Lead
KD Pharma Group
07.2021 - 07.2022
Shift Production Technician
KD Pharma
04.2020 - 07.2021
Process Operator Apprentice
Fine Organics Limited
11.2014 - 11.2017
Process Operator
Lianhetech/Fine Organics Limited
Professional Formal Qualifications
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