Callum Kirkup

• Delivered field startup, catalyst loading, commissioning, and troubleshooting across
global sites (South America, MENA, and Europe) for 10+ UOP technologies including
FCC, Hydroprocessing, CCR, Penex, Butamer, and ORP.
• Served as the sole on-site UOP representative, liaising with operators, engineers, and
management to resolve technical issues, ensure safe operations, and track project
progress.
• Authored and adapted SOPs, startup procedures, and catalyst loading documentation
with client-specific vessel and instrumentation tags.
• Executed catalyst sulfiding and supervised key startup phases, ensuring compliance
with UOP safety, readiness, and commissioning standards.
• Operated DCS/SCADA systems, supported safety/P&ID reviews, and verified equipment
integrity and process interlocks pre-startup.
• Developed automated Excel mass-balance and reporting tools, improving data
accuracy, workflow efficiency, and client visibility.