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Gregg Compton Resume
1. GREGG COMPTON
Gregg Compton
Mechanical Fitter - Offshore Oil and Gas
A: 120 South Coast Hwy Denmark WA 6333
P: +61 428 730 183
E: greggoosh@westnet.com.au
PROFESSIONAL OVERVIEW
I am a qualified and reliable Mechanical Fitter / Heavy Diesel Mechanic with a solid 25-year career history,
including recent Offshore Oil & Gas experience as a Senior Mechanical Technician aboard MODEC FPSO’s. I have
demonstrated expertise in the servicing, maintenance and repair of a range of gas turbines, compressors,
generators, engines, valves and pumps, completing jobs safely, on time and with attention to detail. Additional
Heavy Diesel Fitter and Mechanic roles round out my versatile skill set and experience working in a range of marine,
workshop and remote environments. I have a thorough understanding of job scheduling, resource management,
and OHS requirements, and working as part of a team, I remain willing to accept additional responsibility and assist
others to get the job done. My trade skills are matched by a professional approach and a hard working attitude.
KEY STRENGTHS & ATTRIBUTES
Experienced in all areas of mechanical
installation, maintenance and repair of turbines,
compressors, pumps, pipework and valves.
Skilled HD Fitter including rebuilds, change outs
and breakdown repair of engines, transmissions,
diffs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrics.
Skilled in the fabrication, welding, modification
and repair of structural steel, heavy plant and
pipework.
Experienced in complex flange management,
hydraulic torqueing, and fault rectification.
Fit and healthy experienced offshore worker.
Able to pass all medical and drug tests.
An experienced supervisor, able to establish work
priorities and manage time and resources to
complete jobs to deadline.
Able to effectively interpret isometric and PI&D
drawings, and identify and resolve issues as
necessary.
Great communication skills, able to effectively
liaise with management, engineers, team
members, and other trades.
Detailed knowledge of OH&S requirements and
experience in writing and reviewing SWMS, JHA
and work permit documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS, LICENCES & TICKETS
STCW 95 Certification Current
BOISET (HUET) Card Current
MSIC Card Current
High-Risk Work Licence - Dogging (DG) Current
High-Risk Work Licence – Basic Rigging (RB) Current
Confined Space Entry Ticket Current
Safe Working at Heights Ticket Current
CSTP – Common Safety Training Program Certificate Current
WA Motor Vehicle Repairer's Certification – Heavy Vehicle, Light Vehicle, Electrical and Motorcycle Current
Australian Passport Current
Certificate of Apprenticeship Completion – Motor Mechanic 1990
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Résumé Gregg Compton
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
OGR Offshore
Various Offshore Locations
Senior Mechanical Technician / Mechanical Fitter Jul 2013 – Current
RESPONSIBILITIES
Mechanical Fitter responsibilities aboard MODEC’s Stybarrow MV16 FPSO, MV11 FPSO and
Pyrenees Venture FPSO.
Servicing of Nuovo Pignone 6SHM/4 compressor (2000, 4000hr and 24,000hr).
Rebuild of Nuovo Pignone compressor.
Servicing of Hydrocyclones.
Maintenance and repair of solar gas turbines, compressors, and generators.
Overhaul and replacement of ball valves and gate valves, including flange management.
Maintenance and repair of Wartsila engines.
Installation, modification and maintenance of pipework.
Pump surveys including overhauls, and pump alignments.
Servicing of ship side generators.
5-yearly inspections of first stage and test stage separator.
Maintenance of seawater suction, water injection, ballast pump and fire pump strainers.
Servicing and fault finding on Cranes, including hydraulic hose change outs.
Change out and pressure testing of PSVs.
Swagelok tubing fabrication and installations.
Lowering of risers for disconnection and reconnection.
Servicing of fire deluge systems and foam expanders.
Planned and breakdown maintenance of hydraulics.
Assisting with general plant shut down and restarts.
General machining, welding and fabrication as necessary.
Reading and interpretation of isometric and P&ID drawings, working with engineers and
supervisors to resolve issues as needed.
Assisting in the planning of daily work schedules and preparation of close out reports using AMOS.
Ensuring compliance with OHS requirements including preparation of JHAs.
Coordination of work permits and isolation/de-isolation processes.
Gregg Compton Mobile Mechanical and Electrical
Albany, WA
Heavy Diesel Fitter / Mechanic Nov 2006 – Ongoing
RESPONSIBILITIES
Ownership and management of mechanical and general engineering workshop.
Hands-on marine and automotive mechanical/electrical servicing and repairs.
Service, repair, rebuild and tuning of diesel engines.
Onsite and workshop maintenance and repair of heavy agricultural and earthmoving plant.
Fabrication, welding, and modifications of mobile plant components.
Servicing and repair of pumps and generators.
Management of daily business operations, supervision of staff, and training of apprentices.
Client liaison, preparation of quotes, and resolution of issues as necessary.
Management of parts and equipment ordering and inventory control process.
Development, implementation and ongoing monitoring of OHS processes.
RAC Western Australia
Albany, WA
Emergency Breakdown Patrolman / Mechanic (Contract) Jan 1994 – Aug 2012
Emergency breakdown repair of light and heavy vehicles.
Mobile field servicing, maintenance, and inspections.
Liaison with clients ensuring a high level of customer service at all times.
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Résumé Gregg Compton
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY
Elizabeth Maria II Commercial Fishing Vessel
Southern Ocean, WA
Mechanic / Deck Hand Feb 2002 – Dec 2003
Great Southern TAFE
Albany, WA
Lecturer - Automotive Modules / Trade Mathematics / Apprentice Development Jan 1998 – Dec 2000
Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines
Kalgoorlie, WA
Process Operator / Mechanical Fitter Mar 1996 – Dec 1997
Additional employment history details available on request.
Includes Diesel Mechanic and Apprentice roles
REFEREES
Dwight McMasters
Production Superintendent
Modec Management Services
P: +61 416 404 283
E: dwight.mcmasters@modec.com
Dave Stevenson
Chief Engineer/PMC
P: +61 427 965 388
E: davestevo@bigpond.com
Nick Goddard
BHP HSE Supervisor
P: +61 499 073 660
E: nicholas.goddard@bhpbilliton.com
Jason Hughes-Smith
Production Team Leader
Modec MV 16
P: +61 8 9485 6501
E: jason.hughes-smith@modec.com
Glenn Butler
Production Operations Technician (Mechanical)
Modec MV16
P: +61 427 032 782
E: butts82@gmail.com