Brad Aitken
About Brad Aitken
Brad Aitken is an Operations Representative at Chevron's Wheatstone LNG Plant, with extensive experience in LNG commissioning, start-up, and maintenance.
Current Role at Chevron
Brad Aitken currently holds the position of Operations Representative for Turnaround, Campaign Maintenance, and Projects at Chevron. He is stationed at the Wheatstone LNG Plant in Onslow, Western Australia. In this role, Aitken oversees various operational activities to ensure smooth and efficient turnaround processes and maintenance campaigns, contributing to the project's overall success.
Previous Experience at Chevron
Brad Aitken has accumulated significant experience at Chevron. His tenure includes serving as the LNG Train 2 and Domgas Start-Up Advisor for one year from 2018 to 2019, where he played a key role in the commissioning and start-up of LNG Train 2 and Domgas. Prior to this, he led the Permit To Work Office team from 2017 to 2018, managing both operational and contractual commissioning staff. Between 2014 and 2017, he was a Production Specialist focused on permit control, and in 2014 he served as a Control Room Technician based in Perth, Australia.
Career at Shell
Before joining Chevron, Brad Aitken enjoyed a long and productive career at Shell. He worked as a Senior Process Technician at the Clyde Refinery in Sydney from 2000 to 2013, amassing 13 years of experience. Initially, he started as an Instrument and Electrical Technician at Shell, a role he held from 1995 to 2000. During his time at Shell, Aitken developed a strong technical background that has served him well in his subsequent roles.
Educational Background
Brad Aitken completed his high school education at Woolooware High School, where he earned his Higher School Certificate. He attended the school from 1989 to 1995. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in the oil and gas industry, equipping him with the skills and knowledge necessary for his various technical roles.
Skills and Competencies
Throughout his career, Brad Aitken has developed a wide range of skills and competencies. He is highly adept in the operation of Yokogawa DCS consoles and proficient in the analysis, reading, and following of P&IDs, technical drawings, and flow charts. Aitken is known for his solution-based approach and his commitment to seeing actions through to closure. He possesses a strong ability to write, review, and implement standards, procedures, and training packages. His troubleshooting and fault-finding skills are well-regarded, and he is recognized as a logical, organized, and forward-thinking professional. Aitken is reliable, flexible, and adept at adapting to change, making him an effective team leader and member.