John Buckland
Lead Offshore Client Representative (Thor Owf) Wtg Installation @RWE
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Lead Offshore Client Representative (Thor Owf) Wtg Installation @RWE
DK
RWE Lead Offshore RepresentativeThor Offshore Wind Farm onboard Fred Olsen Brave TernTHOR Lead offshore representative overseeing the installation of Siemens Gamesa SG 14-236 DD turbine blades onboard the Fred Olsen Brave Tern as part of the Thor Offshore Wind Farm project in Denmark.Responsible for offshore oversight of the WTG (tower, nacelle & blade) installation activities for one of the latest generation offshore wind turbines, supporting the safe execution of heavy lift operations and ensuring installation is carried out in accordance with approved procedures, HSE requirements, and quality standards. Working closely with Siemens Gamesa installation teams, vessel crew, and project stakeholders to deliver installation activities efficiently and safely.The Thor Offshore Wind Farm is one of Denmark’s largest offshore wind developments and a key component of the European energy transition, contributing over 1 GW of renewable generation capacity and supporting the delivery of low carbon electricity to more than one million households.
EDUCATION
City College Norwich
ONC / BTEC, Electrical & Electronic Engineering
ABOUT JOHN BUCKLAND
I am a senior Offshore Construction Manager and Lead Offshore Client Representative with over 28 years of offshore experience across oil & gas and offshore wind, including the last 5+ years in senior client side leadership roles on large scale renewable projects.I currently represent developers offshore during the execution phase of major wind farm installations, acting as the primary client authority onboard heavy lift and wind turbine installation vessels. My focus is on safe, efficient delivery of complex offshore scopes including WTG installation, foundations (monopiles and jackets), offshore substations, and associated T&I campaigns.My recent experience includes:• Lead Offshore Representative for RWE on the Thor Offshore Wind Farm (WTG installation Siemens Gamesa 14MW turbines)• Offshore Construction Manager on Dogger Bank Wind Farm (GE Haliade-X installation)• Offshore Client Representative on major jacket and foundation installation campaigns, these roles I am responsible for, Offshore execution oversight of EPC contractors and vessel operators, QHSE leadership and visible site safety management, Heavy lift operations and complex installation sequencing, Marine coordination, logistics and offshore crew change planning, Review and approval of method statements, lift plans and risk assessments, Daily progress monitoring, reporting and commercial awareness, Stakeholder alignment between developer, OEM, marine contractor and fabrication yards, Interface management across foundations, WTG and substation packages, Weather risk planning and operational decision, making offshoreI work at the forefront of offshore delivery, balancing safety, schedule and cost while building strong working partnerships with contractors and vessel teams.My leadership style is pragmatic and delivery focused. I believe in clear communication, strong offshore presence, and ensuring that work is executed safely, right first time.Core expertise:Offshore Construction Management | Lead Offshore Client Representation | WTG Installation | Monopiles & Jackets | Heavy Lift Operations | Marine Coordination | EPC Interface Management | T&I Campaigns | Offshore Execution | QHSE Leadership | Contractor & Vessel Management | Installation Methodology | DPR Reporting | Risk Management | Stakeholder Alignment
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