Peter Mc Whinney
About Peter Mc Whinney
Peter Mc Whinney is an Operations Assistant at Chevron in Perth, Western Australia, with extensive experience in offshore operations and project management.
Current Role at Chevron
Peter Mc Whinney is currently serving as an Operations Assistant (OA) at Chevron in Perth, Western Australia. His role involves supporting and optimizing the operational processes within the company. Peter brings a wealth of experience from his extensive background in offshore management and operations, contributing significant expertise in floating production, storage, and offloading facilities (FPSOs) as well as gas and condensate platforms.
Previous Positions at Chevron
Peter Mc Whinney has held multiple positions at Chevron, including Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) from 2018 to 2021, and Upstream Operations Superintendent from 2012 to 2018, both based in Perth, Australia. During his tenure, he was responsible for overseeing comprehensive offshore operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient operational performance of production facilities.
Career History Prior to Chevron
Before joining Chevron, Peter worked at several esteemed organizations in various capacities. His roles included Operations Superintendent (OIM) at Maersk Contractors from 2011 to 2012, Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) at PTTEP from 2009 to 2010, and Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) at Coogee Resources Ltd from 2008 to 2009. He also served as Offshore Facility Manager (OIM) at Modec from 2006 to 2007 and Engineering and Maintenance Superintendent at Australian FPSO Management from 2005 to 2006. Notably, Peter began his tenure at Australian FPSO Management as Chief Engineer/Maintenance Supervisor, a role he held from 2002 to 2004.
Educational Background
Peter Mc Whinney has a strong academic foundation with diverse qualifications. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Applied Science (Marine Engineering) from the Australian Maritime College between 1984 and 1987. Furthering his education, he achieved a Diploma in Management from the Australian Institute of Management in 2010 and a diploma in Process Plant Technology from the Challenger Institute of Technology the same year. Additionally, he obtained a Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety from PolyTechnic West (2010-2012) and a Certificate IV in Training & Assessment from Training Services Australia (2016-2017).
Specializations and Expertise
Peter Mc Whinney specializes in floating production, storage, and offloading facilities (FPSOs), gas and condensate platforms, and asset integrity management systems. He possesses comprehensive knowledge in safety case and performance standards, and has extensive experience in leading multi-national teams in both Australia and abroad. His expertise also includes projects such as new builds, hookup and commissioning, FPSO conversions, and brownfield projects. Moreover, Peter is well-versed in authentic leadership, coaching, and mentoring within offshore operations and project management.