Gary Allan
About Gary Allan
Gary Allan is a skilled roughneck with extensive experience in the oil and gas industry, having worked on various platforms and companies since 2013. He has a background in carpentry and joinery, which he studied at Angus College.
Work at Diamond Offshore Drilling
Gary Allan has been employed at Diamond Offshore Drilling as a Roughneck since 2019. His role involves various responsibilities associated with drilling operations. Over the course of five years, he has gained substantial experience in the offshore drilling industry, contributing to the efficiency and safety of drilling activities.
Previous Experience in Offshore Drilling
Prior to his current position, Gary Allan worked at Stena Drill Max as a Roughneck for two months in 2021 and for one month at Stena Spey in the same year. He also served at Archer - The Well Company as a Roughneck from 2014 to 2015 for ten months in Houston, Texas, and as a Roustabout from 2013 to 2014 for six months at the Beryl Bravo Platform.
Background in Carpentry and Joinery
Gary Allan studied carpentry and joinery at Angus College. His educational background includes training that has supported his roles in the offshore industry. He also attended Montrose Academy, where he completed his secondary education.
Experience in Joinery and Outfitting
Before entering the offshore drilling sector, Gary Allan worked as a Joiner and Outfitter at Bis Salamis (M&I) from 2012 to 2013 for one year. He also had a brief stint at Hertel in 2013 for two months in Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands. These roles provided him with foundational skills in construction and outfitting.