Dean Keyte
About Dean Keyte
Dean Keyte is a Turnaround Planning & Scheduling Coordinator at Chevron in Perth, Australia, with extensive experience in planning and scheduling roles at various companies including Woodside Energy, Shell Geelong Refinery, and Shedden Uhde.
Current Position at Chevron
Dean Keyte currently works at Chevron in Perth, Australia. He holds the title of Turnaround Planning & Scheduling Co Ordinator. In this role, he is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating turnaround activities. This involves ensuring that all maintenance operations are executed efficiently and on time. Dean has been with Chevron since January 2018.
Role as Planner Scheduler at Chevron
In addition to his role as a Turnaround Planning & Scheduling Co Ordinator, Dean Keyte also serves as a Planner Scheduler at Chevron in Perth, Australia. His duties involve the meticulous planning and scheduling of maintenance tasks to maximize operational uptime and minimize disruptions. This role requires a deep understanding of workflow processes and resource management.
Experience at Woodside Energy
From 2010 to 2014, Dean Keyte worked at Woodside Energy as an Off Shore Shutdown Planner. In this capacity, he was tasked with planning and coordinating offshore shutdown activities. His role included detailed scheduling and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards, making significant contributions to the smooth execution of offshore projects.
Experience at Shell Geelong Refinery
Dean Keyte served as a Turnaround/Maintenance Scheduler at Shell Geelong Refinery from 2005 to 2010. During his five-year tenure, he was responsible for creating and maintaining detailed schedules for turnaround and maintenance activities. His role was crucial in ensuring that maintenance work was carried out efficiently, minimizing downtime and optimizing operational reliability.
Educational Background and Certifications
Dean Keyte has a strong educational background in mechanical engineering and maintenance management. He earned a Trade Certification of Fitting, Turning & Machining from Kinleth Pulp & Paper between 1987 and 1990. In 1994, he achieved the New Zealand Certification of Mechanical Engineering from Waikato Institute of Technology. In 2000, he received a Graduate Certification of Maintenance Management from Monash University. These qualifications have equipped him with the technical expertise required for his roles in planning and scheduling.