Professional Insights
Thoughts and reflections on the Oil & Gas industry, operations, and professional development.
Note: The articles below are draft placeholders. Elvis will replace them with published content in due course.
Operations
DRAFT PLACEHOLDER
The Role of Support Facilities in Offshore Terminal Efficiency
An exploration of how well-managed support facilities — from vehicle maintenance workshops to wastewater treatment plants — underpin the reliability of offshore oil export operations.
8 min read
HSE
DRAFT PLACEHOLDER
Permit to Work Systems: Lessons from the Field
Reflections on the importance of robust PTW processes in preventing incidents, and practical considerations for Permit Controllers managing 60+ permits daily.
6 min read
Accounting
DRAFT PLACEHOLDER
Crude Oil Accounting: Bridging Operations and Finance
How accurate hydrocarbon accounting, inventory analysis, and production monitoring create value for terminal operations and stakeholder confidence.
7 min read
Leadership
DRAFT PLACEHOLDER
Contractor Coordination in Multi-Discipline Environments
Managing diverse contractor teams across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and civil disciplines — challenges, best practices, and what I have learned.
5 min read