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Matthew Murray

Aberdeen,Torry

Summary

Dedicated Oil and Gas professional experienced in supervising teams and managing diverse workloads. Delivered innovative solutions through strong motivation, organisation, and interpersonal skills. Committed to personal and professional development, thriving under pressure and contributing effectively to team success.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations & Technical Co-Ordinator

Odfjell Technology
08.2023 - Current
  • Transitioned to an office role managing equipment and personnel for offshore projects
  • Established a knowledge base of technical issues and solutions, accelerating problem-solving processes.
  • Provided technical support to company staff, resolving varied issues across internal and external applications.
  • Responsibilities include QA NDT & Lifting reports, planning with clients, personnel recruitment, equipment sourcing, buying/renting equipment, document control, and being on call
  • Offshore work involvement
  • Drilling - Rig Inspection Services (RIS)

Drilling Equipment Inspector/Lifting Inspector

Odfjell Technology
12.2020 - 08.2023
  • Conducted competent and efficient inspections of onshore and offshore equipment in the workshop
  • Performed visual inspections of fixed and loose lifting equipment, drilling equipment CAT IV inspections, and non-destructive testing (MPI/DPI/UT)
  • Inspected rope access kits, conducted load testing per BS & DNV standards, and lifting inspection surveys (SI2307)
  • Managed online certification and was trusted to work independently
  • Liaised with customers onsite, resolved issues, participated in on-call rota, offshore experience, and team leadership
  • Drilling - Rig Inspection Services (RIS)
  • Monitored, maintained and repaired [Equipment] to ensure optimum working order.

Lifting Engineer/Inspector

ATR Lifting Solutions
01.2015 - 12.2020
  • Provided inspection services for various onshore and offshore equipment at client premises and onsite yard duties
  • Performed visual inspections, non-destructive testing (MPI/DPI), load testing, lifting inspection surveys (SI2307), and managed online certification
  • Trusted to work independently, liaised with customers, participated in on-call rota, offshore experience with rigs and subsea vessels, and team leadership
  • Worked safely and securely at heights.
  • Understood rigging plans and work orders, delivering specified results.
  • Calculated size, weight and quantities to meet technical specifications.

Test Engineer/Inspector

Swire Oilfield Services
04.2013 - 01.2015
  • Worked in Rigging & Testing division providing inspection of onshore and offshore equipment
  • Carried out tank and container inspections, load testing, six-monthly lifting equipment inspections, handheld certification, and offsite inspections
  • Managed own workload independently, liaised with customers, and participated in on-call rota

Test Engineer Inspector

Global Integrated Services
06.2012 - 03.2013
  • Developed career in inspection division with training and experience in the industry
  • Conducted offsite inspections with daily contact with Oil and Gas companies
  • Spent 3 months onsite with Schlumberger certifying and inspecting lifting equipment
  • Performed load testing, liaised with project engineers on offshore equipment, tank and container inspections, and completed reports and certification
  • Provided management with daily inspection reports, six-monthly inspection reports, and participated in on-call requirements

Workshop Supervisor (Rigging Division)

Global Integrated Services
12.2011 - 06.2012
  • Promoted to supervisor due to hard work and dedication
  • Duties included completing work orders timely, destruction testing, manufacturing wire rope slings and Flemish eye rope slings
  • Supervised a team of 18 riggers and workshop staff, conducted daily toolbox talks, weekly reporting, equipment checks, delegated dispatch QA/QC, updated personnel, set work tasks, liaised with customers and sales, managed staff issues, attended management meetings, and ensured health and safety compliance

Rigger

Global Lifting Services
06.2007 - 12.2011
  • Progressed from trainee to rigger, then to supervisor, and ultimately to inspector, demonstrating commitment to professional development.
  • Executed work orders, crafted wire rope slings, Flemish eye rope slings, and sockets, and conducted destruction testing to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

  • Oil & Gas Industry Knowledge
  • Advanced Health and Safety knowledge
  • Legislation knowledge
  • Job planning and resourcing
  • Quality assurance
  • Offshore rig familiarity
  • Effective communication
  • Leadership experience
  • Service delivery
  • Attention to detail
  • Team player
  • Self-motivated
  • Hardworking

Custom

Full UK driving licence

Low Handicap Golfer

Timeline

Operations & Technical Co-Ordinator

Odfjell Technology
08.2023 - Current

Drilling Equipment Inspector/Lifting Inspector

Odfjell Technology
12.2020 - 08.2023

Lifting Engineer/Inspector

ATR Lifting Solutions
01.2015 - 12.2020

Test Engineer/Inspector

Swire Oilfield Services
04.2013 - 01.2015

Test Engineer Inspector

Global Integrated Services
06.2012 - 03.2013

Workshop Supervisor (Rigging Division)

Global Integrated Services
12.2011 - 06.2012

Rigger

Global Lifting Services
06.2007 - 12.2011
Matthew Murray