Phil Leech
About Phil Leech
Phil Leech is a Production Technician Trainee at Chevron, currently involved in the Gorgon project on Barrow Island, Western Australia, and also works as an E&I technician at UGL on Varanus Island.
Current Roles at Chevron and UGL
Phil Leech is currently employed as a Production Technician Trainee at Chevron, contributing to the Gorgon project on Barrow Island, Western Australia. Simultaneously, he works as an E&I Technician at UGL on Varanus Island, focusing on both offshore and onshore gas operations. His work at these positions demonstrates his active involvement in significant oil and gas projects in Australia.
Previous Experience at Clough and Downer
Phil Leech's previous positions include working as an E&I Technician and EEHA Inspector for Clough from 2018 to 2019, taking part in the Inpex CPF Offshore project. Additionally, he served as an E&I Technician and EEHA Inspector for Downer from 2015 to 2016 on the Gorgon LNG project. These roles provided him with extensive experience in managing hazardous areas and electrical instrumentation in major industrial sectors.
Technician Roles at UGL and DCI Electrical Services
Before his current engagement, Phil worked at UGL from 2016 to 2018 as an E&I Technician at the Ningaloo Vision Offshore FPSO. He also served as an Electrician for DCI Electrical Services from 2014 to 2015, participating in the Rio Tinto Pilbara project. These roles helped him to hone his skills in electrical services and offshore operations, contributing to his versatile profile in the oil and gas industry.
Early Career at Pope Electrical and Jones Engineering Group
Phil's early career includes a three-year tenure as a Leading Hand Electrician with Pope Electrical in Perth, Australia, and a five-year stint as an Electrician with Jones Engineering Group in Dublin, Ireland. These roles equipped him with foundational skills and experience in various electrical applications and project management, fostering his growth in the field of electrical engineering.
Educational Background and Certifications
Phil Leech studied at Technological University Dublin and Dublin Institute of Technology, obtaining qualifications in Electrical studies. He holds a Hazardous Areas qualification (EEHA cert 4/IECEx Copc.) and is certified in IRATA rope access level 1, alongside having all necessary qualifications and licenses for the Offshore & Onshore Oil & Gas sectors. His educational background and certifications signify his commitment to continuous professional development and industry standards.