Laura Shryock
About Laura Shryock
Laura Shryock is the Technical Safety/ PHA Lead at Chevron in Perth, Western Australia, with over 13 years of experience in the oil and energy industry.
Current Role at Chevron
Laura Shryock is currently serving as the Technical Safety/ PHA Lead at Chevron in Perth, Western Australia. In her current role, she is responsible for providing technical safety support and leading Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) activities. Her extensive background in risk assessments and technical documentation makes her an asset to Chevron’s operations.
Professional History at Chevron
Laura Shryock has had an extensive career with Chevron spanning multiple roles and years. Before her current position, she served as the Process Safety & Risk Specialist for Gorgon Operations from 2020 to 2021, and as the Process Safety Management Specialist for ABU from 2018 to 2020. She also held the role of Technical Safety and Risk Specialist for Gorgon & Wheatstone Operations from 2014 to 2018 and was the Safety and Risk Specialist for Drilling & Completions from 2011 to 2014. Laura began her journey at Chevron as a Safety and Risk Specialist for Gorgon from 2010 to 2011.
Educational Background
Laura Shryock holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Process Safety & Risk Management from Heriot-Watt University, which she earned between 2011 and 2014. Additionally, she completed a Bachelor of Science in Health and Safety from Curtin University of Technology, where she studied from 2005 to 2009.
Experience in Oil & Energy Industry
With over 13 years of experience in the oil and energy industry, Laura Shryock has been involved in providing process and technical safety support to Major Capital Projects from design through start-up and operations. Her expertise includes risk assessments like HAZOP, LOPA, HAZID, ALARP demonstration, and SCE identification.
Key Skills and Expertise
Laura Shryock is skilled in developing key technical documents including Safety Cases, Bowties, and Performance Standards for regulatory approval. She has comprehensive knowledge of legislation, codes, and standards related to safety and risk management. Additionally, she is adept at communicating effectively with all levels of an organization, from frontline workers to management.