Eden Pantor
Edinburgh 500, Chaguanas
Summary
With over 20 years of experience as an operations leader in the oil and gas industry, I have specialized in shift supervision, team leadership, and the execution of brownfield projects. Proven ability to drive operational efficiency, ensure safety compliance, and lead high-performing teams in complex, high-risk environments. Successfully acted as a project lead on brownfield initiatives, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver upgrades and modifications with minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
I possess certifications in fire response, rope rescue, safety training, and medical/first aid, which serve as a testament to my unwavering dedication to upholding health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards. I am currently pursuing an MBA in Energy Management, which will enhance my strategic insight and leadership capabilities to align operational goals with sustainable energy practices. I am adaptable, and my proactive problem-solving and collaborative leadership style consistently deliver results under pressure, earning me respect.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Technician & Project Leader
Nutrien
01.2020 - Current
- Lead shift operations in a high-risk, process-intensive oil and gas environment, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant plant performance aligned with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and production targets.
- Acted as Project Lead on brownfield projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to execute plant upgrades and modifications with minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
- Supervised a team of 10 operations technicians and 5 contract special grade technicians, fostering a high-performance culture through coaching, mentoring, and continuous development.
- Managed shift staffing, permit-to-work systems, and emergency response protocols, including serving as Incident Commander and ERT Captain during critical situations.
- Oversaw daily workflow planning, shift handovers, and operational reporting, including OPIS entries, production loss tracking, and incident documentation.
- Collaborated with maintenance, technical services, and planning teams to ensure timely execution of maintenance activities and asset reliability.
- Championed safety leadership by conducting toolbox talks, hazard assessments (JHAs), and ensuring compliance with ODR, CYBER, and PSM programs.
- Supported continuous improvement and SIF elimination initiatives, driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of care and accountability.
Process Plant Operator
Nutrien
04.2007 - 04.2020
Education
MBA - MBA in Energy Management – Oil & Gas
Anglia Ruskin University
Anglia Ruskin University, East Rd, Cambridge CB1 103-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Process Plant Operations Technician Diploma
John S. Donaldson Technical Institute
Port Of Spain Trinidad01-2007
Skills
- Shift Supervision & Scheduling
- Daily Workflow Optimization
- Permit-to-Work Coordination
- Process Monitoring & Troubleshooting
- Chemical Usage Optimization
- Incident Command & Emergency Response
- Emissions & Environmental Compliance
- OPIS, DCS, EAM, and Process Historian Systems
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) & EOPs
- Production Loss & Efficiency Analysis
- Team Supervision & Motivation
- Coaching & Mentoring of Operations Technicians
- On-the-Job Training & Development
- Performance Management Facilitation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Change Management & Continuous Improvement
- CYBER, ODR, and ERT Program Engagement
- High-Performance Team Building
- HSE Policy & PSM Procedure Enforcement
- Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) & Toolbox Talks
- Safety Leadership & Culture Building
- Incident & Near Miss Reporting
- Compliance with Regulatory & Internal Standards
- Clear Verbal & Written Communication
- Shift Handover & Logbook Documentation
- Liaison with Maintenance & Technical Services
- Operational Reporting & Documentation Accuracy
- Stakeholder Engagement & Information Transfer
- Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
- Equipment Operation & System Optimization
- Quality Control & Inspection
- Asset Management & Reliability Engineering
- Critical Thinking & Decision-Making
Operations & Process Management
Leadership & Team Development
Safety & Compliance
Communication & Reporting
Technical & Analytical Skills
Timeline
Senior Technician & Project Leader
Nutrien
01.2020 - Current
Process Plant Operator
Nutrien
04.2007 - 04.2020
MBA - MBA in Energy Management – Oil & Gas
Anglia Ruskin University
Associate of Applied Science - Process Plant Operations Technician Diploma
John S. Donaldson Technical Institute