Simon Robinson on Clubhouse

Bio

Simon is a Chartered Chemical Engineer and Psychology graduate with deep experience in supporting safe and effective front-line operations at BP, in oil and gas production, refining, drilling, operations and maritime transportation. He spearheaded the company-wide implementation of BP’s Human Performance strategy, ushering in a vital new perspective on managing process safety in operations.

He has a unique talent for explaining complex issues simply, described as ‘the only person who can explain human factors so that real people can understand them’. His expertise spans safety leadership, culture, incident investigation, risk management and systematic learning in major hazard industries.

Simon has helped hundreds of companies through his longstanding support of prestigious industry bodies. He chaired the Human Factor committees for both the International Oil and Gas Producers Association (IOGP) and the Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) and has contributed to working groups for Oil and Gas UK, Step Change in Safety, and the International Maritime Organization.

He has written and edited well-received industry publications, training and videos on human performance, human factors, safety leadership and learning before and after incidents.