Alastair Cowley
About Alastair Cowley
Alastair Cowley is a Senior Plant Engineer at Climeworks with extensive experience in project management and engineering in the natural resource, chemical, and energy industries.
Current Position at Climeworks
Alastair Cowley presently serves as a Senior Plant Engineer at Climeworks. Since 2021, he has been contributing his expertise in Direct Air Capture technology to the company's initiatives aimed at capturing and storing carbon dioxide from the air. His role involves overseeing the design, construction, and operation of engineering projects that align with Climeworks' mission in Germany.
Previous Experience at Linde Engineering
From 2019 to 2021, Alastair Cowley worked as a Project Construction Manager at Linde Engineering. During his tenure, he managed construction projects across multiple regions including Munich, Germany, Singapore, and Russia. His responsibilities included supervising project timelines, ensuring safety standards, and coordinating between various international teams.
Roles at Glencore
Alastair Cowley held several key roles at Glencore. In 2018, he was a Project Manager at Komoto Copper Company for four months, overseeing operations in Milan, Italy, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Between 2012 and 2018, he managed projects at Limeco Resources Limited in Lusaka, Zambia, ranging from Project Manager to General Manager. Additionally, from 2010 to 2012, he worked as a Project Construction Manager at Mutanda Mining Sarl in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Educational Background
Alastair Cowley earned his Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mechanical Engineering from Cork Institute of Technology, graduating in 2005. His education provided a robust foundation in engineering principles, enabling him to excel in various technical and managerial roles across the globe.
Expertise in Project Management
Throughout his career, Alastair Cowley has developed a proven track record in project management, particularly in the natural resource, chemical, and energy industries. He has been involved in all stages of engineering projects, from initial design through to construction, commissioning, and operation. Known for his attention to detail and an overarching ability to see the big picture, he offers logical solutions that ensure project success.