David O’Rourke
Fort McMurray,AB
Summary
Decade of experience as an Operator in the Oil & Gas industry, specializing in Heavy Equipment Operating. Recently transitioned to the Fixed Plant to gain a comprehensive understanding of the process side. Currently pursuing my 4th Class Power Engineering certification and looking to further develop my skills in the Canadian Helicopter Industry. Recently acquired my Transport Canada Commercial Pilot License.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fixed Plant Operator – Primary Extraction.
Suncor Energy
08.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Suncor is an integrated energy company based in Canada, focused on developing petroleum resources
- As a Plant Operator I am tasked with looking after the Process Operations within the Fixed Plant from the Ore Crushers to the Separation Cells.
- Completing daily inspections of the running equipment as per the Suncor Checklists.
- Coordinating with the Plant Team Lead & Manager regarding changes to the running plant.
- Communicating with the Control Room Specialist when bringing equipment online or offline.
- Carrying out isolations as per the Maintenance Schedule for upcoming work.
- Issuing & authorizing work permits.
- Building Confined Space Permits & reviewing JHA’s as per the Suncor Standard.
- Entering notifications into SAP for any equipment that needs to be repaired.
- Updating excel spread sheets regularly so Engineering can keep track of Chemical Tank Levels.
- Coordinating with reliability & planning regarding Plant Outages.
- Assisting safety personal with walkdowns in the active work areas.
- Interacting with visitors to the area.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions or failures.
- Assisted in the training of new operators to ensure smooth integration into the work environment and consistent operational excellence.
- Improved overall plant performance through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues.
Permit Coordinator.
Suncor Energy
01.2022 - 08.2022
- As a Permit Coordinator this involved carrying out duties in the Mine Permit Office and interacting with different contractors each day.
- Primary duties are: Issuing and authorizing hot / cold specific work permits.
- Reviewing and updating blanket work permits daily.
- Taking part in the daily online meetings.
- Building isolation lockboxes.
- Coordinating with the Supervisor and Manager.
- Shift champion for the new Digital Control of Work (Permit Vision).
- Enhanced workflow efficiency by implementing a digital permit management system.
- Updating contractor documentation.
- Collaborated with other team members to develop strategies for overcoming permitting obstacles.
- Issuing access authorization forms.
Tailings Field Operator / Process.
Suncor Energy
02.2018 - 01.2022
- As a Tailings Field Operator this involves looking after the process side of coarse and fine tailings.
- Primary duties are: Doing daily inspections of the Final Tailings Lines and Reclaimed Water Pump assets.
- Carrying out isolations on equipment for repair and tailings line shutdowns.
- Communicating with the Control Room Specialist to perform line switches safely.
- Reviewing the two-week plan to coordinate with tailings maintenance on upcoming work.
- Reviewing and updating equipment procedures.
- Authorizing contractor permits so work can be executed safely.
- Entering equipment notifications into SAP.
- Training and mentoring new employees.
Heavy Equipment Operator.
Suncor Energy
02.2018 - 01.2022
- Operated a range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Equipment types: Caterpillar D5, D8, D9, D10, D11 Dozers, Caterpillar 18M Grader, Caterpillar 988 Loader, Caterpillar 349 / 390 Excavators
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Documented equipment usage and maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
Education
Airline And Flight Operations Commercial Pilot (Rotary-Wing Option)
Rotorworks.
Whitecourt, AB10.2023
BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma - Electrical / Electronic Engineering
Belfast Metropolitan College
06.2013
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma - Electrical / Electronic Engineering
Belfast Metropolitan College
06.2011
High School -
St. Paul’s High School
01.2002
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- SAP
- Effective Time Management
- Able to stay on task and manage work accordingly
- Eager to learn quickly and work safely
- Enjoy working outdoors
- Safety Procedures
- Equipment Inspection
Certification
- Full Class 5 Drivers License.
- FAA Private Helicopter License, West Palm Beach, Florida. 60 Hrs total.
- Transport Canada Commercial Helicopter License. Rotor Works Inc, Whitecourt, Alberta. 110 Hrs total.
- Fort Hills Atmospheric Detection & MSA Altair 4X / 5X Gas Detection.
- Safe Work Permits (Digital Control of Work).
- Electrical (600 Volt) Breaker Signoff.
- Isolations & Lockouts.
- Fall Protection.
- Air Purifying Respirator.
- Fire Extinguisher Bull Ex Practical.
- Field Level Hazard Assessment.
- Fit Test Certification.
References
- Dallas Owen, Operations Team Lead, Suncor, Fort Hills. Email: Daowen@suncor.com / Cell: (587)-644-3113
- Ryan Cluff, Chief Pilot & Chief Flight Instructor, Rotor Works Inc, Whitecourt, Alberta. Office: 780-778-6600 / Cell: 780-268-6294 / Email: Ryan@rotorworks.com
- Jim Hofland, Flight Instructor, Rotor Works Inc, Whitecourt, Alberta. Office: 780-778-6600 / Cell: 780-706-0040 / Email: Jhofland@rotorworks.com
Timeline
Fixed Plant Operator – Primary Extraction.
Suncor Energy
08.2022 - Current
Permit Coordinator.
Suncor Energy
01.2022 - 08.2022
Tailings Field Operator / Process.
Suncor Energy
02.2018 - 01.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator.
Suncor Energy
02.2018 - 01.2022
Airline And Flight Operations Commercial Pilot (Rotary-Wing Option)
Rotorworks.
BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma - Electrical / Electronic Engineering
Belfast Metropolitan College
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma - Electrical / Electronic Engineering
Belfast Metropolitan College
High School -
St. Paul’s High School