Barbara Kipak
About Barbara Kipak
Barbara Kipak is a Production Operations Technician at ExxonMobil with expertise in LNG plant operations and a background in Environmental Science.
Current Role at ExxonMobil
Barbara Kipak is currently working as a Production Operations Technician at ExxonMobil in Papua New Guinea. She has held this position since 2017. In her role, she focuses on ensuring the safe execution of tasks by working collaboratively with Maintenance, Engineering teams, and Third Party Contractors. Her responsibilities also include implementing safe work practices and procedures in compliance with Operations Integrity Management systems.
Previous Experience at ExxonMobil PNG Ltd
Before her current role, Barbara Kipak worked at ExxonMobil PNG Ltd as an Operations Technician Trainee from 2015 to 2016. During her one-year tenure, she gained essential skills and experience that laid the foundation for her current position at ExxonMobil.
Experience in Academia and Environmental Science
Barbara Kipak has a diverse background that includes academic and field experience in environmental science. She served as a Tutor in Geographical Information Systems at the University of Papua New Guinea’s Environmental Science and Geography Department for one month from 2014 to 2015. Furthermore, she completed an environment work experience traineeship at Eco Services Limited in Port Moresby between 2013 and 2014.
Educational Background in Environmental Science
Barbara Kipak holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from the University of Papua New Guinea, where she studied from 2009 to 2014. Her academic training equipped her with a solid foundation in environmental science, enhancing her capability to handle technical aspects of production operations in the energy sector.
Focus on Safety and Risk Management
Barbara Kipak is adept at managing inherent risks specific to LNG plant operations. She emphasizes preventing process safety incidents and ensuring hydrocarbon containment. Her approach includes learning from past mistakes to improve safety outcomes, highlighting her commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.