Mark Breen
About Mark Breen
Mark Breen is a Production Technician at ExxonMobil with over 20 years of experience in the oil, petrochemicals, and semiconductors industries.
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Mark Breen is a Production Technician currently employed at ExxonMobil. In this role, he works at the Fife Ethylene Plant located in Mossmorran.
Current Role at ExxonMobil
Since 2017, Mark Breen has been serving as a Production Technician at ExxonMobil’s Fife Ethylene Plant in Mossmorran. His responsibilities include engaging in daily production operations, overseeing safety protocols, and ensuring the smooth functioning of plant equipment. He actively participates in the company’s LPS safety initiative, which focuses on improving workplace safety standards.
Previous Experience in Oil and Petrochemicals Industry
Mark Breen’s extensive career in the oil and petrochemicals industry includes roles such as Offshore Production Technician at Amec Foster Wheeler, where he worked from 2014 to 2017 on the North Sea Judy Platform. From 2012 to 2013, he held the position of Turnaround Lead Ops and Permit Coordinator at INEOS Grangemouth Refinery. Prior to that, he spent 13 years at INEOS Grangemouth as a Control Room and Production Technician.
Background and Early Career
Mark Breen began his career as a Welder at Consafe Burntisland from 1990 to 1994. He then worked as a Process Technician at NEC Electronics for seven years from 1994 to 2001. This early experience laid the foundation for his skills in production and process management.
Educational Qualifications
Mark Breen studied at St. Columba’s High School in Dunfermline from 1982 to 1986. He is qualified to NVQ level 3 in Process Operations, showcasing his advanced skills and knowledge in this field.
Expertise in Safety and Operational Protocols
Mark possesses in-depth expertise in HAZOP, alarm management, and FAT testing, illustrating his strong understanding of safety and operational procedures. He regularly participates in emergency exercises and is proficient in maintenance preparation tasks, including shutdown planning and implementation.
Technical Skills
Mark is proficient in using various PC-based applications such as Permit to Work, PI, and Opralog, which are critical for effective production and safety management. His experience extends to DCS control of major plant equipment and ESD systems, enabling him to actively monitor and analyze operational trends.