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