The Subsea Commissioning Lead
Name: Scott Harper
Company: bp
Scott is a Subsea Commissioning Regional Lead at bp, working across the North Sea and MENA regions. In this role, he oversees the delivery of complex subsea systems from fabrication through to offshore start-up. His work involves coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing risk and ensuring systems are commissioned safely and effectively.
With over five years of experience in the energy sector, Scott has developed a strong understanding of how large-scale projects are delivered in practice. His background in mechanical and subsea engineering gives him insight into both the technical and operational aspects of offshore energy systems. This means he works at the point where engineering design becomes real-world performance.
Scott brings a practical perspective on how the industry operates day to day, including the skills and experience needed to succeed. He is particularly interested in helping early-career professionals understand the different routes into energy, including alternative pathways such as part-time study and professional accreditation.
As a My Energy Future Champion, Scott is focused on sharing an honest view of energy careers. By highlighting real project work and career progression, he aims to help others see how they can build the skills needed to work in subsea and wider energy roles.
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