Michael Mc Gurk
About Michael Mc Gurk
Michael McGurk is a Senior Instrument Engineer at Venator Materials Plc with extensive experience in instrumentation and control engineering. He has worked in various roles across multiple companies, including ExxonMobil and SABIC, and possesses a strong educational background in engineering.
Work at Venator Materials
Michael Mc Gurk has been employed at Venator Materials Plc as a Senior Instrument Engineer since 2020. His role involves providing consultancy services to the Client Central Engineering Team at the Greatham Chemical Site. He focuses on project development and technical reviews, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Mc Gurk conducts gap analysis on existing Functional Safety Management Systems to recommend improvements and provides technical recommendations aimed at achieving ALARP (As Low As Reasonably Practicable) standards.
Education and Expertise
Michael Mc Gurk has a strong educational background in engineering. He studied Instrumentation and Control Engineering at the University of Teesside, where he achieved a B-Eng (Hons) from 2000 to 2005. He also completed an HNC in Instrumentation and Control Engineering at the same institution from 1997 to 1999. Additionally, he has studied Control and Electronic Engineering at the University of Teesside, where he is currently pursuing an MSc. His qualifications include NVQ Level 3 in Instrumentation Maintenance from ICI and various engineering certifications from TTE and Redcar Cleveland Tertiary College.
Background
Michael Mc Gurk has extensive experience in the field of instrumentation and control engineering. He began his career as a Senior Instrument Analyser Technician at SABIC, where he worked for seven years. Over the years, he has held various positions, including Senior Control & Instrument Commissioning Engineer at BP in Oman and Lead Controls and Instrumentation Commissioning Engineer at ENGIE E&P in Aberdeen. He has practical hands-on experience managing Control and Instrumentation projects through all stages, from concept to operation and maintenance.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Michael Mc Gurk has demonstrated expertise in managing both greenfield and brownfield major projects, handling assignments in onshore and offshore environments. He has coordinated and managed FAT/SAT processes, ensuring that systems meet required specifications before deployment. His comprehensive knowledge includes ICSS, BPCS, SIS, Fire & Gas systems, and third-party package integration. Mc Gurk is also involved in the management of change processes as a signatory, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.