THOMAS PATRICK BARR SENIOR TOOLPUSHERGraigariddy, Dunmore East, Co Waterford +353 51 383564 / M: +353 87 6335019 tpb.ie@hotmail.com LinkedIn: Thomas Barr

Recognized as a multifaceted, multitalented, dedicated, and adaptable Frontline Manager, with a broad set of transferrable skills earned over 20+years within the oil production and manufacturing sectors. Recognized for a sound judgement and for an unwavering advocacy for maintaining safe working environments. Expertise gained in the management and direction of daily activities for all platform operations in accordance with client goals and within company expectations.

Known for solid decision-making skills, combined with organizational, communication, and time management abilities employed to ensure smooth, effective, and efficient operations, and functioning with constant commercial awareness. A collaborative communicator continually focused on building relationships and promoting synergy to drive positive change, cohesive, comprehensive operational approaches, and enhanced proficiencies.

Areas of Expertise include:

Leadership | Initiative-Taking | Thriving in Complex, Unpredictable, Stressful Situations | Management of Simultaneous Operations | Adherence to Safe Work Practices | Result-Oriented | Target Focused | Financial Management | Process & Conduct Compliance-Aware | High Energy Levels/Commitment | People Skills | Persuasive | Communications | Mentoring | Performance Coaching | Delegation | Spare Parts Compliance | Documentation | Transforming Strategic Plans | Forming Workable Solutions | Performance Improvements | Process Improvements | Microsoft Office Suite

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

GASTRO PUB Waterford 10/2015 – Present BARMAN Attending to people’s food & drink needs, in a courteous & efficient manner. Stock control & restocking of bar, ensuring that all drinks required are available at hand. Maintaining a safe environment for customers and staff.

PARAGON OFFSHORE East & West Africa 9/2014 – 9/2015 RIG MANAGER Directed and managed all daily operations and ensured that all tasks were compliant with safety, environmental, and local employment laws/practices. Completed HR issues including delegation of responsibilities and rostering. Maintained open channels of communication with Company Men, rig management, and production staff concerning daily conditions. Ensuring all tools & equipment, either rig or third party, had relevant certification & were fit for purpose. Crew supervision & mentoring. Monitoring permit to work system as per company requirements.SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS:

Monitored and adjusted costs, and minimised downtime with superior time management skills.

Encouraged an open-door policy always for all crew members.

ENSCO, PLC Brazil, India, South East Asia & Australia 1/2011 – 9/2014 ASSISTANT RIG MANAGER

Accountable for the entire evening production environment. Communicated daily with rig management and the production staff concerning daily conditions.SELECTED CONTRIBUTION:

Supervised the production staff, and performed troubleshooting and creative problem-solving.

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PRIDE INTERNATIONAL, INC. South East Asia, Bangladesh & Burma 10/1999 – 1/2011 ASSISTANT RIG MANAGER

Charged with directing the entire night-time production environment. Interacted with rig management and production staff concerning daily conditions. Preparing tools, daily equipment checks & strict adherence to permit to work system. SELECTED CONTRIBUTION:

Supervised the production staff, and performed troubleshooting and creative problem-solving.

Additional experience gained as a Project Manager with Powers Ecobuild; Production Manager with Premier Offshore; Assistant Production Manager with Reading & Bates; Bar Manager in Munich and in Waterford; and as a Fitter/Welder with Lee Trailers.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

10 GCE O Levels, 1 A Level: Technology, Craft & Design | St David’s College, Llandudno

CURRENT CERTIFICATIONS Management of Major Emergencies Advanced Fire Fighting (STGW 95) Safety Leadership & Safety Management Systems STOP Training for Supervisors FETAC Level 5 First Aid & AED Certified Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness Accident Investigation IWCF Well Control Subsea/Surface Supervisor Level IV Personal Survival Certificate Basic Offshore Survival & Escape Training Helicopter Underwater Escape Training

INTERESTS & HOBBIES Athletics: former Parents Committee and Juniors Coaching Ferrybank A.C Competed in inter-schools and inter-county athletics and cross-country Rugby, former Captain, St David’s School, and member, Waterford City RFC Cricket & Cricket Coaching. Founder Member, WDCC Sailing and general outdoor pursuits Furniture making, construction and home renovations

References available upon request