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Adam Sharp

Adam Sharp

Offshore Commissioning Supervisor

Summary

Commissioning Supervisor with over 17 years of experience spanning mining and offshore wind industries. Beginning as an Electrical Engineering Apprentice in heavy industrial environments, I have progressed through roles in electrical maintenance, high-voltage operations, and offshore turbine commissioning to my current position leading commissioning activities on large-scale offshore wind projects. I bring a strong foundation in electrical systems, HV safety, and team leadership, with extensive field experience across major European wind farms and platforms including SGRE and Ørsted. Now seeking to continue growing within the renewable energy sector, I am committed to further advancing my skills, taking on greater responsibility, and contributing to the future of offshore energy through technical excellence and strong project delivery.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Offshore Commissioning Inspector

Ørsted
07.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: Gode Wind 3 / Borkum Riffgrund 3 (GPW Project), Germany
  • Monitor the quality and commissioning activities of WTG components offshore in the German North Sea.
  • Ensure outstanding works and quality issues are identified and reported.
  • Oversee mechanical and electrical completion to ensure compliance with HSE rules and legislation.
  • Review work reports and confirm alignment with the commissioning manual.
  • Ensure tests are carried out and documented per project rules, procedures, and templates.
  • Record progress in daily progress reports and support proactive project management.
  • Assist the WTG Commissioning Supervisor with reporting and coordination tasks.
  • Perform offshore commissioning walk-downs with the supplier and report quality issues via NCR system.
  • Validate DPRs, review and accept supplier snag/NCR lists; log data in internal systems.
  • Participate in site meetings, ensure proper safety signage and compliance, and support HSE implementation.
  • Review as-built documentation and contribute to data collection for quality performance analysis.
  • Deliver detailed inspection and commissioning reports as required by the WTG Commissioning Manager.
  • Gode Wind 3 / Borkum Riffgrund 3 (GPW Project), Germany

Offshore Commissioning Supervisor

EDF
04.2023 - 06.2024
  • Company Overview: Fécamp Offshore Wind Farm, France
  • Worked externally for EDF Renewables supervising offshore commissioning on the SGRE 7.0MW WTG.
  • Conducted site walk-downs and checks of WTG equipment to ensure readiness and compliance.
  • Reviewed and issued inspection, walk-down, and daily progress reports.
  • Provided comments and reviews on relevant HSE and commissioning documentation (including PTW and RAMS).
  • Reviewed and validated test reports, checklists, and commissioning records.
  • Ensured all outstanding work and quality issues were documented and addressed.
  • Reported HSE issues using Sphera and coordinated with the quality department for efficient monitoring.
  • Supervised daily contractor commissioning activities, ensuring test procedures were completed correctly.
  • Participated in commissioning and performance tests to verify compliance with project requirements.
  • Prepared and monitored snagging lists logged via Aconex Field.
  • Ensured compliance with electrical safety and permit-to-work systems.
  • Attended daily site meetings and supported the transfer of assets to O&M.
  • Contributed to data collection and quality performance analysis.
  • Delivered detailed end-of-shift handover reports.
  • Fécamp Offshore Wind Farm, France

SGRE Level 7 / Ørsted AT Offshore Supervisor

Ørsted/RTS Wind UK
04.2022 - 04.2023
  • Company Overview: Racebank and Westermost Wind Farms, UK
  • Assisted the Troubleshooting & Service Team across Ørsted's Westermost Rough and Racebank Wind Farms.
  • Performed service campaign works including high-voltage duties and troubleshooting on SGRE 6MW Direct Drive WTGs.
  • Conducted fault diagnosis and system recovery, contributing to turbine uptime and performance.
  • Implemented Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and Energy Isolation Procedures in accordance with AT Offshore Supervisor standards.
  • Executed HV tasks in compliance with safety rules and project-specific switching procedures.
  • Supported technical documentation and coordinated with Ørsted site management and back office.
  • Ensured completion of daily production reports (DPRs) and other client-required records.
  • Maintained high standards in health and safety during all offshore activities.
  • Racebank and Westermost Wind Farms, UK

Special Tasks Team Lead

Ørsted / Atlas Professionals
07.2019 - 04.2022
  • Company Overview: Various Ørsted Wind Farms, UK & Germany
  • Led a team of technicians on SGRE 6MW and 7MW Direct Drive WTGs across Ørsted wind farms in the UK and Germany.
  • Conducted inspections including end-of-warranty walk-downs, blade inspections, and generator checks.
  • Participated in heavy lift activities such as gearbox, generator, blade, and HSS bearing exchanges on 3.6MW and 4.0MW WTGs.
  • As Team Lead, responsible for turbine start/stop and executing LOTO procedures per EIP/AWP protocols.
  • Carried out service tasks, fault finding, troubleshooting, and maintenance on turbine systems.
  • Applied advanced fault-finding techniques with strong understanding of electrical/mechanical schematics and Caddy++.
  • Coordinated with technical support and site management to ensure safe and efficient task execution.
  • Maintained high safety standards while managing daily workflows, task distribution, and DPR completion.
  • Various Ørsted Wind Farms, UK & Germany

SGRE Level 7 Troubleshooting EFK Team Lead

Ørsted
08.2018 - 07.2019
  • Company Overview: Gode Wind 1 & 2, Borkum Riffgrund 1 Wind Farms, Germany
  • Acted as SGRE Level 7 Offshore EFK (Elektrofachkraft) Team Lead on German offshore wind farms.
  • Led service and troubleshooting teams on SGRE 6.0MW Direct Drive WTGs at Gode Wind 1 & 2.
  • Oversaw support and repairs for SWT-4.0MW-120 WTGs at Borkum Riffgrund 1.
  • Performed advanced troubleshooting and technical diagnostics across electrical and control systems.
  • Ensured safe implementation of HV and LOTO procedures in line with German offshore electrical standards.
  • Coordinated with client representatives and back-office teams to streamline service activities.
  • Delivered technical guidance and daily coordination to field technicians in challenging offshore conditions.
  • Gode Wind 1 & 2, Borkum Riffgrund 1 Wind Farms, Germany

Offshore High Voltage Technician

Delpro A/S
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Company Overview: Merkur Offshore Wind Farm, Germany, North Sea
  • Employed full-time by Delpro A/S (Denmark) providing HV electrical support on the Merkur Offshore Wind Farm.
  • Installed, tested, and maintained high voltage systems (33kV/155kV) across WTGs, OSS, and inter-array cables.
  • Supported HV switching operations in accordance with WTSR, EWR, and project-specific procedures.
  • Performed insulation resistance testing, pressure testing, and partial discharge analysis on HV assets.
  • Assisted with commissioning and energisation of HV equipment to meet grid compliance standards.
  • Interpreted SLDs, protection schematics, and control diagrams to support fault finding and diagnostics.
  • Collaborated with HV Safety Coordinators, SCADA engineers, and commissioning teams for system readiness.
  • Assisted the Senior Authorised Person (SAP) in preparing PTW, SFT, and LOTO documentation.
  • Actively contributed to HSE culture through toolbox talks, risk assessments, and safe work practices.
  • Merkur Offshore Wind Farm, Germany, North Sea
  • Supported the successful energisation of the Merkur Offshore Wind Farm ahead of schedule with zero LTIs.
  • Resolved critical HV testing anomalies, reducing project delays and ensuring system integrity.
  • Helped streamline HV commissioning procedures, improving efficiency and reducing test times.

SGRE Level 7 CT-C Team Lead

Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
04.2015 - 05.2018

• Fully authorised SGRE Offshore WTG Technician working directly for Siemens Gamesa.
• Served as Level 7 Commissioning Team Lead on SGRE 6/7MW Direct Drive platforms.
• Led commissioning/completion teams and provided supervision, leadership, and motivation to technicians.
• Performed troubleshooting and fault finding on SGRE 6.0/7.0MW DD WTGs.
• Implemented LOTO and Energy Isolation Procedures (EIP) to ensure safe electrical work.
• Directed personnel to meet safety and task objectives, managing workloads and priorities based on team expertise.
• Liaised with client management to update on project progress and coordinate handovers.
• Maintained site documentation including risk assessments, method statements, and toolbox talks.
• Conducted third-party QA walkdowns and supported client handovers.
• Supervised 500-hour service tasks and provided technical support across commissioning teams.
• Used SCADA for park monitoring, remote fault diagnostics, and turbine stop/restarts.
• Consistently upheld high safety standards in line with site-specific HSE requirements.

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Hatfield Colliery Ltd
07.2008 - 04.2015
  • Company Overview: Hatfield Deep Coal Mine, Doncaster, UK
  • Apprentice-trained, qualified electrical technician responsible for installation and maintenance of heavy mining equipment.
  • Authorised to isolate, work on, and test electrical systems ranging from 0.4VDC to 11kV.
  • Maintained and fault-tested production equipment on the coal face and in development areas.
  • Hands-on experience with Joy 7LS shearer machines, RS20S Faceboss chock systems, and Joy JCM mining machinery.
  • Serviced and repaired transformers, switchgear, VSDs, motors (110V to 11kV), PLC systems, AC/DC motors, and telemetry systems.
  • Proficient in electrical schematics, distribution diagrams, and troubleshooting control circuitry.
  • Quickly responded to breakdowns to minimise equipment downtime.
  • Raised and resolved defects through internal reporting systems; managed and issued relevant compliance paperwork.
  • Followed strict daily permit-to-work protocols and completed risk assessments.
  • Hatfield Deep Coal Mine, Doncaster, UK

Education

National Diploma - Electrical/Electronic Engineering

University Centre Doncaster
Doncaster, UK
01.2008 - 01.2012

Advanced Level Apprenticeship - Electrical Engineering

University Centre Doncaster
Doncaster, UK
04.2001 -

BA (Hons) - Sports Science

Leeds Metropolitan University
01.2005 - 01.2008

A-Levels - Grades A–D

John Leggott Sixth Form College
01.2003 - 01.2005

GCSEs - Grades A–C

Vermuyden High School
01.1998 - 01.2003

Skills

HV Switchgear (Siemens, ABB)

Other Skills Qualifications Competencies

  • WIND TURBINE SAFETY RULES AUTHORISING ENGINEER (WTSR AE)
  • GLOBAL WIND ORGANISATION (GWO) – ALL MODULES
  • SIEMENS TECHNICAL LEVEL 2, 3, 4, 7
  • SIEMENS ADVANCED RESCUE (ZONE 1–2)
  • SIEMENS ZERO ENERGY
  • SIEMENS D6/D7 TECHNICAL PRODUCT TRAINING
  • SIEMENS COMMISSIONING & FUNDAMENTAL TROUBLESHOOTING – MOTORS & GENERATORS
  • SIEMENS D6/D7 COMMISSIONING & TROUBLESHOOTING – SICS TURBINE CONTROLLER
  • SIEMENS D6/D7 COMMISSIONING & TROUBLESHOOTING
  • SIEMENS LOTO INSTRUCTED, ELECTRICALLY SKILLED
  • DELPRO HVT LEVEL 1
  • CITY & GUILDS PAT TESTING
  • CLASS ONE MINING ELECTRICIAN'S CERTIFICATE
  • LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN MINING ELECTRICAL OPERATIONS
  • MINING LEGISLATION FOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS
  • ADVANCED LEVEL APPRENTICESHIP IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
  • LEVEL 3 NVQ IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING MAINTENANCE
  • LEVEL 2 NVQ IN PERFORMING ENGINEERING OPERATIONS (ENGINEERING PRACTICES)
  • LEVEL 3 BTEC NATIONAL CERTIFICATE – ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

Timeline

Offshore Commissioning Inspector

Ørsted
07.2024 - Current

Offshore Commissioning Supervisor

EDF
04.2023 - 06.2024

SGRE Level 7 / Ørsted AT Offshore Supervisor

Ørsted/RTS Wind UK
04.2022 - 04.2023

Special Tasks Team Lead

Ørsted / Atlas Professionals
07.2019 - 04.2022

SGRE Level 7 Troubleshooting EFK Team Lead

Ørsted
08.2018 - 07.2019

Offshore High Voltage Technician

Delpro A/S
05.2018 - 08.2018

SGRE Level 7 CT-C Team Lead

Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
04.2015 - 05.2018

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Hatfield Colliery Ltd
07.2008 - 04.2015

National Diploma - Electrical/Electronic Engineering

University Centre Doncaster
01.2008 - 01.2012

BA (Hons) - Sports Science

Leeds Metropolitan University
01.2005 - 01.2008

A-Levels - Grades A–D

John Leggott Sixth Form College
01.2003 - 01.2005

Advanced Level Apprenticeship - Electrical Engineering

University Centre Doncaster
04.2001 -

GCSEs - Grades A–C

Vermuyden High School
01.1998 - 01.2003
Adam SharpOffshore Commissioning Supervisor