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Rob Fitzsimmons

Longview,United States

Summary

Accomplished Supervisor with a technical background and 30 years of experience in North Slope oil operations. Proven leader in managing installation and commissioning projects, developing maintenance strategies, and mentoring teams. Skilled in enhancing operational efficiency, reducing downtime, and maintaining a zero-incident safety record. I am proficient in oil and gas processes, commissioning, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining industrial instrumentation. Committed to leveraging technical expertise, risk management, and team leadership to drive future projects towards success while maintaining a steadfast commitment to safety and excellence.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Western North Slope Production Supervisor

ConocoPhillips Alaska
08.2025 - Current
  • FRONT LINE LEADERSHIP ROLE ACCOUNTABLE FOR THE SAFE, RELIABLE, AND EFFICIENT EXECUTION OF DAILY OPERATIONS AT THE CENTRAL PROCESS FACILITY AND ASSOCIATED SATELLITE DRILLSITES
  • BUILD AND LEAD A HIGH PERFORMING, INCLUSIVE OPERATIONS TEAM THROUGH EFFECTIVE SUPERVISION, COACHING AND COMPETANCY DEVELOPMENT
  • FOSTER A RESILIENT AND INCLUSIVE TEAM CULTURE BUILT ON SAFETY, ACCOUNTABILITY, TIMELY AND TRANSPARENT COMMUNICATION, AND ADAPTABLE TO CHANGE.
  • DELIVER DAILY PRODUCTION TARGETS SAFELY AND EFFICIENTLY IN ALIGNMENTWITH BUSINESS PLANS.
  • OPTIMIZE FACILITY AND WELL PERFORMANCE THROUGH COLLABORATION WITH PRODUCTION DELIVERY, RESERVOIR ENGINEERING AND MAINTENANCE TEAMS.
  • Western North Slope (Alpine Field)

ICSS CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR

ConocoPhillips Alaska
01.2022 - 08.2025
  • Led ICSS projects, modernizing control systems, ensuring timely milestone achievement.
  • Successfully implemented the use of the Delta V smart commissioning tool in our recent project with our automation team. With this advanced tool, we were able to commission up to 135 transmitters in just 3.5 minutes. This remarkable achievement has significantly enhanced our efficiency and streamlined our workflow, reduced manual effort, and minimized the time required for commissioning tasks. This success is a testament to our commitment to adopting innovative solutions that drive commissioning excellence.
  • Pioneered innovative IO migration methodology for control system modernization, enabling parallel system operation and minimizing production impact across multiple drill sites, resulting in substantial reduction in shutdown requirements.
  • Orchestrated comprehensive Factory Acceptance Testing protocols across multiple locations, implementing systematic validation procedures for control system hardware and software integration. Established proper staffing levels for testing.
  • Cultivated strategic partnerships between engineering firms, construction teams, and operations personnel, establishing efficient communication channels and streamlining project execution workflows. Developed detailed cutover procedures and risk mitigation strategies for critical control system transitions, ensuring operational continuity while maintaining our safety standards.
  • Successfully managed a team of 16 onsite construction personnel during their first assignment on the North Slope. Introduced company safety policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in a challenging environment. To facilitate communication, I acquired Alaska Go-Cards in Spanish, with the assistance of our safety representative, to address the primary language needs of the team. This initiative helped bridge the language gap and ensured that all team members were well-informed and prepared for the unique conditions of the North Slope.
  • Western North Slope (Alpine Field)

INSTRUMENTATION TEAM LEAD

ConocoPhillips Alaska
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • Distributed daily tasks to the team for facility and drillsite instrumentation maintenance and repairs.
  • Spearheaded comprehensive PM Rationalization Project, analyzing and redefining critical maintenance tasks to enhance program efficiency and reliability while ensuring regulatory compliance across instrumentation systems.
  • Orchestrated BLM Flow Measurement program implementation, developing specialized procedures for oil and gas measurement on federal land while ensuring full regulatory adherence and technical staff proficiency.
  • Led specialized fire and gas systems training initiatives, helping camp maintenance team achieve certification for Alaska State Fire Alarm permits, successfully transitioning system management from the Instrument department to Camp Maintenance which optimized workload distribution.
  • Expert at starting C1 and C3 compressors. I have started and loaded these compressors for 23 years at Alpine. I have also commissioned the compressors in 2000 and worked the
  • Directed instrumentation technicians in maintaining critical facility systems, coordinating Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and implementing strategic maintenance schedules to maximize operational uptime.
  • Managed shutdown planning operations, orchestrating skilled manpower allocation and vendor coordination while maintaining clear communication channels to ensure efficient completion of time-critical tasks.
  • Western North Slope (Alpine Field)

INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN

ConocoPhillips
01.2001 - 01.2016
  • Executed plant and drillsite maintenance on all control systems and field instrumentation.
  • Led turbine upgrades, aligning with other crafts, operations, and planning department.
  • Planned turnarounds for optimal efficiency with manpower and critical tasks.
  • Orchestrated complex control system migrations for three GE gas turbines, implementing Mark VIe upgrades.
  • Spearheaded comprehensive flow measurement programs for DOT crude oil metering and gas pipeline systems, ensuring regulatory compliance and serving as primary liaison with State of Alaska for annual performance monitoring.
  • Led $12MM facility fire system upgrade, developing detailed cutover procedures and coordinating cross-functional teams, resulting in successful implementation with zero safety incidents or unplanned shutdowns.
  • Commissioned Solar Tarus 60 gas turbine generator sets, integrating advanced Bently Nevada vibration monitoring systems for enhanced operational reliability.
  • Drillsite SPOC: Instrument lead for CD1, CD2, CD5, MT6, and MT7 FCO and commissioning. Facilitated seamless communication between project teams and operations while meeting our target dates.
  • Alpine

INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL SYSTEMS START-UP TECHNICIAN

Arco Alaska
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • Led instrumentation commissioning at Alpine, ensuring seamless system integration and readiness.
  • Collaborated with engineers and vendors for strategic planning and effective communication.
  • Organized and delegated tasks for functional checkout crews.
  • Coordinated objectives for system turnovers, aligning efforts for operational success.
  • Orchestrated comprehensive system validation protocols for critical process equipment, including turbines and compressors, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance during facility startup.
  • Alpine

INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN

Alaska Petroleum Contractors
01.1995 - 01.2000
  • Installed and maintained field instruments at Kuparuk oilfield, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Conducted functional checks of new systems at CPF1, 2, and 3, ensuring compliance and safety.
  • Kuparuk

Education

Certificate in Instrumentation and Automation -

Perry Technical Institute
Yakima, Washington
12.1995

Associate in Arts and Science - undefined

Lower Columbia College
Longview, Washington
06.1993

High School Diploma - undefined

R.A Long High School
Longview, Washington
06.1990

Skills

  • Project Management (Skillful)
  • Team Leadership (Expert)
  • Instrumentation (Expert)
  • Control Systems (Expert)
  • Automation (Experienced)
  • Safety Systems (Expert)
  • Turbine Controls (Experienced)
  • Fire Systems (Expert)
  • System Commissioning (Expert)
  • Maintenance Planning (Experienced)
  • Process Control (Expert)
  • Technical Leadership (Expert)
  • Risk Management (Experienced)
  • Vendor Management (Experienced)

Certification

  • MARKVIE ADVANCED TURBINE CONTROLS GE November 2015
  • CONTROL SYSTEMS TRAINING Compressor Controls Corporation July 2014
  • VIBRATION TRAINING Bentley Nevada Dec 2008
  • POWER GENERATION PRINCIPLES AND TURBOTRONIC FUNDAMENTALS Solar Turbines March 2006

Timeline

Western North Slope Production Supervisor

ConocoPhillips Alaska
08.2025 - Current

ICSS CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR

ConocoPhillips Alaska
01.2022 - 08.2025

INSTRUMENTATION TEAM LEAD

ConocoPhillips Alaska
01.2016 - 01.2022

INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN

ConocoPhillips
01.2001 - 01.2016

INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL SYSTEMS START-UP TECHNICIAN

Arco Alaska
01.2000 - 01.2001

INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN

Alaska Petroleum Contractors
01.1995 - 01.2000

Associate in Arts and Science - undefined

Lower Columbia College

High School Diploma - undefined

R.A Long High School

Certificate in Instrumentation and Automation -

Perry Technical Institute

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • ISA CCST (Certified Controls Systems Technician) Level III
  • NICET Fire Alarm Systems II
  • Alaska State Fire System Permit: Level 1B Fire Alarm Systems and Level IIIB Special Hazards
  • Fire and Rescue- Fire and Rescue team for 5 years
  • Wings- 6 year Steering Team member of our Behavioral Based Safety program.

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