John Boeren
About John Boeren
John Boeren is a Fixed Equipment & Inspection Engineer at ExxonMobil with over three decades of experience in the inspection and welding industry, primarily in the Rotterdam area.
Current Title and Role
John Boeren is currently working as a Fixed Equipment & Inspection Engineer at ExxonMobil. He started this position in 2021 and is located in Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, Nederland. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring the safety and compliance of fixed equipment through rigorous inspection procedures, leveraging his extensive background in engineering and inspection.
Professional Experience at Shell
From 2018 to 2021, John Boeren worked as an Inspection Engineer at Shell in Moerdijk. During his three-year tenure, he conducted inspections to ensure the integrity and safety of equipment and infrastructure. His work contributed to maintaining operational efficiency and compliance with industry standards at Shell's facilities.
Role at Indorama Ventures Europe
John Boeren held the position of Plant Inspector at Indorama Ventures Europe b.v. in Rotterdam from 2011 to 2018. Over these seven years, he gained substantial experience in plant inspections, focusing on ensuring equipment reliability and adherence to safety regulations. His role was crucial in maintaining the high standards required for operational safety and efficiency.
Educational Background and Qualifications
John Boeren studied at Hogeschool Utrecht, obtaining a Bachelor of Applied Science in Werktuigbouw from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, he completed a course in Inspectie- & Keuringstechnieken, reaching level 3 and achieving the title of Inspection Engineer between 2017 and 2019. Furthermore, he attended Lloyds Register, where he completed multiple short courses, including ASME IX training in 2015, Richtlijn 2014-68-EU in 2017, and Warenwet Drukapparatuur in 2011. His deep knowledge is further evidenced by his Testimony from Metallurgic seminars (2002-2010) and his certification as an International Welding Technologist (IWT) from Baronie College (2000-2001).
Career in Inspection and Welding
John Boeren’s career in the inspection and welding industry began in 1989 as a qualified pipe-welder working for several companies. His extensive experience, spanning over three decades, includes various roles such as Weld Inspector, Plant & Weld Inspector, and Plant Inspector. This diverse experience provided him with a robust foundation in both practical welding techniques and theoretical inspection methodologies.