TONY O'PREY
Summary
A knowledgeable and highly skilled Scaffolder who has been working in the industry for over 20 years' and looking to reestablish myself Offshore. Professional attitude with a strong work ethic, attention to detail and adaptable to a demanding workload. Works effectively either alone, or as part of a team. Prioritising safety and efficiency on all projects to ensure Client satisfaction within procedures and policies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Scaffolder
BGB
Taiwan
2026.02 - Current
- Collaborated with the ground crew for loading and unloading materials from trucks, reducing downtime between tasks.
- Provided necessary access for workers by constructing staging areas at various levels of buildings under construction or repair.
- Ensured safety on site by strictly adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Advanced scaffolder GWO
Stoween - Morrie West Winds
2025.11 - 2026.02
- Complied with health and safety regulations to minimise work-related accidents on site.
- Upheld high professional standards in all interactions with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Demonstrated expertise in assembling scaffolding systems for various building projects.
- Increased team coordination through clear communication and collaboration on all tasks.
Advanced scaffolder
AFS - Clipper South Norwich
2025.03 - 2025.09
- Upheld high professional standards in all interactions with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Enhanced project timelines by rapidly responding to changing site requirements with flexible scaffold designs.
- Utilised a variety of tools and equipment for efficient scaffold assembly and disassembly tasks.
Advanced Scaffolder
St Fergus Gas Station
Peterhead
2024.12 - 2025.03
- Maintained authorised safety equipment and PPE aligned with HSE guidelines.
- Implemented risk assessments for scaffold constructions, identifying potential hazards and mitigating risks.
- Dismantled, inspected and properly stored scaffolding material.
Advanced Scaffolder
FPSO Kwame Nkrumah
2023.11 - 2024.11
- Erected and dismantled scaffolding structures, adhering to strict safety standards.
- Installed ladders, handrails, walkways and platforms according to project requirements.
- Coordinated with Client to plan and implement efficient scaffolding erection schedules.
Advanced Scaffolder
Global Energy Services
2023.09 - 2023.10
- Adhering to all safety protocols for a safe Offshore work environment.
- Completing all tasks in an efficient manner to ensure Client satisfaction.
- Collaborating with all personnel - using strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with colleagues and Clients alike.
- Worked as solo Scaffolder on rotation on Rig based off of Norwich.
Scaffolder
WRS
2023.05 - 2023.07
- Adhering to all safety protocols for a safe Offshore work environment.
- Completing all tasks in an efficient manner to ensure Client satisfaction.
- Collaborating with all personnel - using strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with colleagues and Clients alike.
Scaffolder
Great Island Power Station
2023.01 - 2023.04
- Executed necessary safety inspection to ensure compliance to strict protocols.
- Maintained clean and tidied work sites to keep organisation and safety prioritised.
- Dismantled, inspected and properly stored scaffolding material after job completion.
Foreman Scaffolder
AMF
Edinburgh
2022.10 - 2022.12
- Delegation of work to personnel to ensure efficient completion of tasks within schedule and budget.
- Completion of inspections and necessary paperwork, including daily logs and liaising with Client.
- Utilising problem-solving skills after identification of quality or code of practice issues.
- Arranged site operations and equipment moments, ensuring optimum safety to crew, structures and public.
Scaffolder
Altrad
Cork
2021.06 - 2022.09
- Irving Oil Refinery
- Completion of all tasks to a high standard, whilst remaining compliant to Health & Safety procedures.
- Ensuring the erection and dismantling of scaffolding was done in accordance with CISRS requirements.
- Followed all HSE guidelines to maintain continuous safety on site, including the use of correct equipment and PPE.
Scaffolder
DMAC
2014.01 - 2020.06
- Allowing access to all personnel by laying planks on structures for walkways.
- Completion of all tasks to a high standard, whilst remaining compliant to Health & Safety procedures.
- Ensuring the erection and dismantling of scaffolding was done in accordance with CISRS requirements.
Scaffolder
Central Scaffolding
2009.06 - 2014.01
- Allowing access to all personnel by laying planks on structures for walkways.
- Completion of all tasks to a high standard, whilst remaining compliant to Health & Safety procedures and remaining within agreed time frames.
- Ensuring the erection and dismantling of scaffolding was done in accordance within regulations.
- Dismantled, inspected and properly stored scaffolding material after job completion.
Skills
- Health & Safety conscientious – completing several courses for the industry to ensure continuous adherence to strict safety standards
- Confidence – Possess the ability to complete a range of tasks, no matter the situation, in a methodical manner Applying focus and care to all work
- Communication – Strong interpersonal skills Able to comfortably liaise with Clients whilst remaining professional and build relationships
Certification
- Advanced CISRS
- UK Survival OPITO
- GWO 5 Modules
- MIST
- BOSIET
- OFFSHORE MEDICAL UK
- Chester Step
- Norwegian Escape Chute
- Working at Height - Unit 2
- Bi-Deltoid Measurement
- Valid Passport
- Yellow Fever Certificate
- Safety Passport (EMSS)
References
AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Interests
Sports, Family Time
Additional information
- Danish Residence Permit - Until 2026-12-12
- Covid Vaccinated
- Full UK Driving Licence
REFERENCES
References can be supplied on request.
Timeline
Scaffolder
BGB
2026.02 - Current
Advanced scaffolder GWO
Stoween - Morrie West Winds
2025.11 - 2026.02
Advanced scaffolder
AFS - Clipper South Norwich
2025.03 - 2025.09
Advanced Scaffolder
St Fergus Gas Station
2024.12 - 2025.03
Advanced Scaffolder
FPSO Kwame Nkrumah
2023.11 - 2024.11
Advanced Scaffolder
Global Energy Services
2023.09 - 2023.10
Scaffolder
WRS
2023.05 - 2023.07
Scaffolder
Great Island Power Station
2023.01 - 2023.04
Foreman Scaffolder
AMF
2022.10 - 2022.12
Scaffolder
Altrad
2021.06 - 2022.09
Scaffolder
DMAC
2014.01 - 2020.06
Scaffolder
Central Scaffolding
2009.06 - 2014.01