Alan Baxter
About Alan Baxter
Alan Baxter is the Lead TA E&I Planner at ExxonMobil, specializing in planning and executing major Turnaround events with a focus on safety and efficiency.
Current Role as Lead TA E&I Planner at ExxonMobil
Since 2018, Alan Baxter has been serving as the Lead TA E&I Planner at ExxonMobil. In this role, he is responsible for planning and executing major Turnaround (TA) events, ensuring all safety requirements and risk assessments are meticulously addressed. His position involves providing support and guidance to embedded contractors, which enhances the efficiency and safety of TA operations. Alan works closely with external companies to resolve complex engineering issues, showcasing his strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Career at ExxonMobil
Prior to his current role, Alan Baxter worked as an Instrument Technician at ExxonMobil from 2014 to 2018. Over these four years, he gained significant experience in managing engineering changes during TA events, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills. His work in this capacity laid a strong foundation for his subsequent leadership role within the company.
Previous Experience as Police Officer
Before his tenure at ExxonMobil, Alan Baxter served as a Police Officer from 2004 to 2014, accumulating a decade of experience in law enforcement. This role honed his skills in discipline, attention to detail, and risk management, which later proved beneficial in his engineering and planning career.
Engineering Roles at Avecia and ICI
Alan Baxter’s engineering career includes roles at Avecia and ICI in Grangemouth. At Avecia, he served as an Engineering Supervisor from 2001 to 2004 and as a Construction Supervisor from 2000 to 2001. Prior to that, he was an Electrical Technician at ICI from 1990 to 2000. These positions provided him with a robust foundation in electrical engineering, supervision, and construction management.
Educational Background
Alan Baxter received his HNC in Electrical Engineering with Plant from Forth Valley College of Technology, studying there from 1990 to 1994. He completed his secondary education at Queen Anne High School from 1986 to 1990. He also attended ASET in Aberdeen in 1970.