Ian Lamb
Cornhill,Aberdeenshire
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in pre-commissioning, commissioning, and pipeline services, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Proficient in torque and tensioning equipment, in-situ machining, flange management, hydrostatic testing, and weld testing. Adept at forecasting and employee development, fostering competence development through effective team building and supervision. Skilled in customer relationship management systems and Microsoft Office suite proficiency. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency while maintaining calm under pressure.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Self Employed
NV62 Limited
Cornhill, Aberdeenshire
05.2024 - 01.2026
- Functioned as contractor through limited company on multiple projects outlined below.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
On Site Machining & Bolting as NV62 Limited
Patriot International for GDi on Triton FPSO W2W
Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Performed bolt torque on hub connections to resolve incorrect installation
- On-site machining operations (Raised Face connections).
Project Engineer as NV62 Limited
Enermech on Harbour Energy for North Everest asset
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Develop flange break registers within client office
- Direct crew activities related to shutdown torque and tensioning scopes.
- Perform in-situ machining to address leaking connections.
- Engage with client on status of shutdown activities.
- Completed projects within stipulated timelines whilst maintaining rigorous quality standards.
- Oversee flange break register on platform during LCC/Train 2 outage, compiling data for over 1000 joints.
Supervisor as NV62 Limited
Enermech on Judy Shutdown
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Supervise crew of 8 during shutdown torque and tensioning operations.
- Perform in-situ machining on leaking connections involving RTJ, Hub and Raised Face connections.
- Engage with client regarding shutdown activity progress
- Coordinated with other supervisors to maintain consistency across shifts.
- Conducted performance appraisals with employees for career development discussions.
Supervisor as NV62 Limited
Enermech on Triton FPSO on W2W Shutdown
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Supervise crew of 12 in shutdown torque and tensioning operations.
- Perform in-situ machining on leaking connections such as RTJ, Hub and Raised Face connections.
- Coordinate with client regarding shutdown activity updates.
- Delegated tasks appropriately, achieved balanced workload among team members.
- Implemented company policies effectively, maintained high standards of service delivery.
- Conducted performance appraisals with employees for career development discussions.
- Promoted a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety regulations.
On Site Machining and Bolting as NV62 Limited
Patriot International for Forsyth Engineering scope
03.2025 - 03.2025
- Machining operations onsite (raised face flange facing and RTJ).
- Executed bolting tasks encompassing torque and tension on new manifold skid.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
On Site Machining as NV62 Limited
Patriot International for Kestrel Engineering scope
03.2025 - 03.2025
- On-site machining tasks (line boring to extract cap from piston)
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
On Site Machining as NV62 Limited
IPS Engineering for EnQuest Sulom Voe pipework replacement scope
02.2025 - 02.2025
- On-site machining operations (pipe cutting and bevelling of 40” pipe).
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
On Site Machining & Bolting as NV62 Limited
IPS Engineering on GP3 FPSO for Gas Leak replacement pipework scope
01.2025 - 01.2025
- On-site bolt torque operations on new replacement 8” gas turbine pipework.
- On-site machining operations (pipe-cutting 8” stainless steel pipework).
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
On Site Machining & Bolting as NV62 Limited
R&M Engineering on Andrew Platform Gas Leak replacement pipework scope
11.2024 - 12.2024
- On-site bolt tightening activities.
- Conduct on-site machining operations, specialising in pipe-cutting and bevelling on 12” gas lines
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
On Site Machining & Bolting as NV62 Limited
Patriot International for GDi on Triton FPSO Shutdown
10.2024 - 11.2024
- On-site bolt tightening activities.
- On Site Machining operations (Raised Face connections)
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
FM, Machining & Supervising as NV62 Limited
Enermech on GP3 FPSO on Shutdown
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Completed data compilation and handed over finished register to client.
Executed flange management using SIM PRO software to ensure accuracy. - On-site bolt torque and tensioning operations.
- On-site machining tasks (raised face connections).
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
- Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
Machining as NV62 Limited
Patriot International for Weatherford on Mariner Casing Machining Scope
07.2024 - 07.2024
- On-Site Machining operations (Pipe-cutting and bevelling for new 28” riser casings)
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Machining & Bolting Supervisor as NV62 Limited
Patriot International for Enermech on Lomond Platform for Shutdown
05.2024 - 07.2024
- On-site bolt torque and tensioning operations.
- On-site machining tasks (RTJ & raised face connections).
- Manage nightshift staff and prepare detailed shift reports.
- Led team meetings, ensured clear communication amongst all members.
- Reduced workplace conflicts through effective communication and negotiation skills.
- Provided constructive feedback to staff for improved performance levels.
- Conducted performance appraisals with employees for career development discussions.
- Promoted a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety regulations.
- Organised team resources, resulted in improved project timelines.
Mechanical Technical Lead
Altus Intervention
Portlethen, Aberdeenshire
12.2018 - 04.2024
- Facilitate technical and commercial presentations targeting major clients.
- Attend industry and customer events to keep abreast of market developments.
- Initiated lead generation and enquiries regarding all Altus services from both existing and new markets/customers.
- Maintain effective customer relations and enhance visibility of company services and products.
- Assist in the development of bespoke flange management system (AIMS), and train personnel in the use of this system
- Optimised testing, bolting, and machining processes for prompt and budget-conscious plant shutdown execution.
- Oversee multiple client contracts
- Develop job-specific Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
- Record and communicate all HSEQ issues to designated staff members.
- Participate in pre-shutdown meetings as necessary.
- Construct and assemble flange break registers across various projects.
- Instruct personnel in application of in-situ machining operations.
Group Business Development Manager
HTL Group
Dyce, Aberdeen City
08.2016 - 12.2018
- Conducted thorough market evaluations, detailing size, trends, and competitive pricing.
Delivered insightful reports analysing competition and market volume. - Explore new business opportunities and develop comprehensive business cases for entry.
- Assessed competitor activities for strategic positioning.
- Handled crisis situations effectively, minimising impact on business operations.
- Develop, implement and ensure adherence to a proven formal sales process that clearly identifies tasks to be completed, by whom, and provides status at any point within the process.
- Take the lead on must win sales opportunities.
- Determine pricing strategy for major opportunities in consultation with the Group Managers for approval by the Director.
- Maintaining existing and developing strong business with new customers.
- Arrange client meetings to ensure existing clients are getting what they require from the HTL Group.
- Work with operational personnel to upsell existing contracts, maximizing the potential revenue.
- Mentor staff.
- Prepare necessary management reports for BD, ensuring accuracy.
- Travel to other HTL locations.
Business Development Lead
IKM Testing Ltd (UK)
Westhill, Aberdeenshire
03.2013 - 08.2016
- Present technical and commercial presentations with clarity and precision.
- Participating in industry and customer events to monitor market developments.
- Cultivated strong customer relationships to promote company services and products.
- Entertained clients to enhance engagement and loyalty.
- Drive proactive lead generation and enquiries associated with all IKM services from diverse markets to meet annual sales goals
- Facilitate negotiations to secure fulfilment of Company's financial benchmarks.
- Coordinate with Operations to establish an efficient interface across all aspects of business.
- Develop existing accounts to generate growth and profit.
- Nurture and expand meaningful working relationships with existing and future customers through frequent interactions.
- Compile and distribute reports for company management.
Account Lead/BD (Global Bolting and Machining)
Halliburton PPS Aberdeen
Dyce, Aberdeen City
09.2009 - 03.2013
- Present technical and commercial insights through engaging presentations.
- Engaging in industry and customer events to stay updated on market trends.
- Proactively cultivate leads and enquiries pertaining to Halliburton services across existing and new markets.
- Maintain strong customer relationships and promote all company services and products.
- Engineered machining activities for Grayloc, Techlok, RTJ, SPO, and Raised Face connections.
Executed pipe cutting, milling, and cold tapping to ensure precise fabrication.
Oversaw all technical aspects of machining processes for optimal performance. - Oversee multiple client contracts.
- Formulate tailored Method Statements and Risk Assessments for each job.
- Document and communicate all HSEQ issues to relevant staff.
- Participating in pre-shutdown meetings as necessary.
- Generate and finalise quotations and cost estimates.
- Facilitate support, mentoring, and coaching to ensure employees possess comprehensive product and service knowledge.
- Educate personnel regarding application of in-situ machining operations.
Area Sales Manager
Furmanite International Aberdeen
Dyce, Aberdeen City
12.2008 - 09.2009
- Collaborate with Regional Sales Manager to devise strategies that enhance revenue growth and expand customer base within Region while aligning with Furmanite business objectives and maintaining professional integrity in communications with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proactively generate leads and enquiries for all Furmanite services and products from existing and new markets/customers within region while securing sufficient sales to achieve annual sales targets.
- Maintain positive customer relations and promote all company services and products.
- Facilitate support, mentoring, and coaching to ensure new employees possess comprehensive product and service knowledge, enabling achievement of sales targets.
- Facilitate negotiations to guarantee achievement of Company's financial targets.
- Collaborate with Operations to ensure effective interface on all business aspects.
Joint Integrity / Machining Operations Key Account & Sales Lead, North Sea
Hydratight Ltd Aberdeen
Dyce, Aberdeen City
12.2006 - 12.2008
- Formulate and present sales budget for key accounts managed
- Oversee cost management of all Amec North Sea key accounts to optimise profit.
- Enhance existing accounts to foster growth and maximise profit.
- Strengthen and advance robust working relationships with current and prospective customers via regular client interactions.
- Uphold and optimise pricing structures to maximise profit margins.
- Present technical and commercial insights effectively.
- Engage with Operation and Administration teams to support rework of schedules, manpower, and equipment specifications.
- Generate and relay customer visit reports to Market Manager.
- Implement and operate Goldmine CRM system.
- Participating in industry and customer events to remain informed on market developments.
- Educate personnel regarding application of in-situ machining techniques.
On Site Machining & Bolting Supervisor
Hedley Purvis / Hydratight Ltd Morpeth/Aberdeen
Morpeth, Northumberland
07.2001 - 12.2006
- On-site bolt tightening and tensioning activities.
- Achieved PFO10, 15 & 18 qualifications for mechanical joint integrity assessment.
- Maintenance of company on-site machining, torque, and tensioning tools.
- Executed on-site machining activities for Grayloc, Techlok, RTJ, SPO, and raised face connections.
Performed pipe cutting, milling, and cold tapping to meet project specifications.
Facilitated precise machining solutions to enhance joint integrity. - Conduct site surveys to assess conditions and requirements
- Develop job-specific Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
- Conducting Weld Testing operations
- Educate new personnel regarding operation of all company equipment.
- Managing projects utilising JDMS system
- Supply machining expertise to offshore technicians.
- Ensure delivery of suitable safety equipment in conjunction with machines.
- Participating in pre-shutdown meetings as required.
- Assemble and finalise quotations and cost estimates.
- Initial project engineering.
Assembly & Test Shop Manager
BEL Valves Ltd Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Oversee routine management of assembly and test department, guaranteeing fulfilment of monthly targets.
- Overseeing operations of service engineers onshore, offshore, and overseas.
- Drafting new procedures for Hydrostatic, Pneumatic, and Nitrogen testing of valves adhering to API and ANSI specifications.
- Facilitating client entertainment.
- Obtained the ISM Certificate for 1st line managers.
Assembly Fitter/Team Leader
BEL Valves Ltd Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside
01.1985 - 01.1998
- Assembly of valves across multiple types and pressure ratings.
- Deliver site service for valves in onshore, offshore, and international environments.
- Conducted hydrostatic, pneumatic, nitrogen, and cryogenic testing of valves adhering to both API and ANSI specifications.
- Performed chemical cleaning and hot oil flushing on hydraulic actuators.
Apprentice Fitter Machinist
Swinney Engineering
Morpeth, Northumberland
01.1978 - 01.1985
- Operation of diverse lathes, boring machines, and milling machines.
- Assembly of gas valves, heat exchangers, pig traps and filtration systems.
- Hydrostatic and Pneumatic pressure testing.
- Maintenance tasks on diverse plant machinery.
- Completed 4-year apprenticeship, earning City & Guilds Certificate in Mechanical Engineering.
- Experienced redundancy as a result of company closure
Education
TMJI 10 - Dismantle, Assemble and Hand Torque Flanged Joints
ECITB
Dyce, Aberdeen City 05.2024 - 05.2024
TMJI 11 - Dismantle, Assemble and Hand Torque Clamp Connectors
ECITB
Dyce, Aberdeen City 05.2024 - 05.2024
TMJI 18 - Dismantle, Assemble and Tension Bolted Connections (Hydraulic Tensioning)
ECITB
Dyce, Aberdeen City 05.2024 - 05.2024
TMJI 19 - Dismantle, Assemble and Tension Bolted Connections (Hydraulic Torque)
ECITB
Dyce, Aberdeen City 05.2024 - 05.2024
TMJI 20 - Dismantle, Assemble and Hydraulically Torque Clamp Connector Joints
ECITB
Dyce, Aberdeen City 05.2024 - 05.2024
City & Guilds - Mechanical Engineering
City & Guilds
Ashington, Northumberland 09.1978 - 06.1982
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Pre-commissioning
- Commissioning
- Pipeline services
- Process services
- Torque and tensioning equipment
- In-situ machining
- Flange management
- Hydrostatic testing
- In-line weld testing
- Flange weld testing
- Forecasting
- Employee development
- Competence development
- Team building
- Team supervision
- Customer relationship management systems
- Microsoft office suite proficiency
Certification
- City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering
- Obtained ISM certificate for frontline managers.
- IOSH
- Various in-house courses.
- TMJI 10, 11, 18, 19 & 20 (Valid until 2027-09-05)
- Face Fit for SR100 Mask
- Offshore Survival including Norwegian Escape Chute (Valid until 2028-05-14)
- Offshore Medical
Interests
- Playing Golf
- DIY
- Gardening
Affiliations
- Enjoy playing golf.
- Enjoy gardening.
Timeline
On Site Machining & Bolting as NV62 Limited
Patriot International for GDi on Triton FPSO W2W
10.2025 - 10.2025
Project Engineer as NV62 Limited
Enermech on Harbour Energy for North Everest asset
07.2025 - 09.2025
Supervisor as NV62 Limited
Enermech on Judy Shutdown
06.2025 - 07.2025
Supervisor as NV62 Limited
Enermech on Triton FPSO on W2W Shutdown
05.2025 - 06.2025
On Site Machining and Bolting as NV62 Limited
Patriot International for Forsyth Engineering scope
03.2025 - 03.2025
On Site Machining as NV62 Limited
Patriot International for Kestrel Engineering scope
03.2025 - 03.2025
On Site Machining as NV62 Limited
IPS Engineering for EnQuest Sulom Voe pipework replacement scope
02.2025 - 02.2025
On Site Machining & Bolting as NV62 Limited
IPS Engineering on GP3 FPSO for Gas Leak replacement pipework scope
01.2025 - 01.2025
On Site Machining & Bolting as NV62 Limited
R&M Engineering on Andrew Platform Gas Leak replacement pipework scope
11.2024 - 12.2024
On Site Machining & Bolting as NV62 Limited
Patriot International for GDi on Triton FPSO Shutdown
10.2024 - 11.2024
FM, Machining & Supervising as NV62 Limited
Enermech on GP3 FPSO on Shutdown
08.2024 - 09.2024
Machining as NV62 Limited
Patriot International for Weatherford on Mariner Casing Machining Scope
07.2024 - 07.2024
TMJI 10 - Dismantle, Assemble and Hand Torque Flanged Joints
ECITB
05.2024 - 05.2024
TMJI 11 - Dismantle, Assemble and Hand Torque Clamp Connectors
ECITB
05.2024 - 05.2024
TMJI 18 - Dismantle, Assemble and Tension Bolted Connections (Hydraulic Tensioning)
ECITB
05.2024 - 05.2024
TMJI 19 - Dismantle, Assemble and Tension Bolted Connections (Hydraulic Torque)
ECITB
05.2024 - 05.2024
TMJI 20 - Dismantle, Assemble and Hydraulically Torque Clamp Connector Joints
ECITB
05.2024 - 05.2024
Self Employed
NV62 Limited
05.2024 - 01.2026
Machining & Bolting Supervisor as NV62 Limited
Patriot International for Enermech on Lomond Platform for Shutdown
05.2024 - 07.2024
Mechanical Technical Lead
Altus Intervention
12.2018 - 04.2024
Group Business Development Manager
HTL Group
08.2016 - 12.2018
Business Development Lead
IKM Testing Ltd (UK)
03.2013 - 08.2016
Account Lead/BD (Global Bolting and Machining)
Halliburton PPS Aberdeen
09.2009 - 03.2013
Area Sales Manager
Furmanite International Aberdeen
12.2008 - 09.2009
Joint Integrity / Machining Operations Key Account & Sales Lead, North Sea
Hydratight Ltd Aberdeen
12.2006 - 12.2008
On Site Machining & Bolting Supervisor
Hedley Purvis / Hydratight Ltd Morpeth/Aberdeen
07.2001 - 12.2006
Assembly & Test Shop Manager
BEL Valves Ltd Newcastle
01.1998 - 01.2001
Assembly Fitter/Team Leader
BEL Valves Ltd Newcastle
01.1985 - 01.1998
City & Guilds - Mechanical Engineering
City & Guilds
09.1978 - 06.1982
Apprentice Fitter Machinist
Swinney Engineering
01.1978 - 01.1985