Robert Fairley
About Robert Fairley
Robert Fairley is an operations professional at ExxonMobil with extensive experience in technical training and safety systems in the oil and gas industry.
Current Position at ExxonMobil
Robert Fairley has been working at ExxonMobil since 2016. He is part of the Operations team specialized at the Fife Ethylene Plant in Mossmorran, Scotland. His responsibilities include overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Previous Experience at Shell Oil and Gas Majnoon Iraq
From 2015 to 2016, Robert Fairley served as the Training Centre Supervisor and HSSE Safe System of Work Instructor at Shell Oil and Gas Majnoon Iraq (Petrofac). In this role, he was responsible for providing technical training and ensuring that HSSE protocols were adhered to in the Shell Majnoon Oil & Gas Field Development in Iraq.
Roles at Petrofac Training Services
Between 2014 and 2015, Robert Fairley held multiple positions at Petrofac Training Services. He worked as a Production Training & Assessment Supervisor at Petronas Oil and Gas Training Facility in Terengganu, Malaysia, where his duties included assessing and supervising training programs. He also served as an IQA / Production Instructor for 11 months in 2014, focusing on quality assurance and instructional responsibilities.
Long-term Tenure at BP Chemicals
From 1989 to 2006, Robert Fairley worked as a DCS Panel Operator at BP Chemicals. During his 17-year tenure, his role involved operating Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and ensuring efficient control room operations. His long-term commitment provided him with extensive experience in process control and plant operations.
Educational Background and Professional Qualifications
Robert Fairley studied at Whitburn Academy from 1974 to 1978. He holds qualifications as an IQA Internal Verifier and A1 Assessor, and has obtained an NVQ level 4 in Technical Support for Oil/Gas/Petro-Chemicals. These credentials affirm his expertise in technical training, assessment, and systems verification.
Specialization in Technical Training and HSE Systems
Robert Fairley specializes in multi-skill technical training, assessment, and verification processes, as well as competence matrix development. He has developed and delivered comprehensive HSE course materials, covering crucial areas such as Control of Work Permit/Risk Assessments, HSE & H2S awareness, and Confined Space Entry. He has contributed his skills and knowledge to major companies, including BP, Ineos, Petrofac, Petronas, Shell, and ExxonMobil.