Anthony Boulton
@anthonyboulton
Senior Lead Process Commissioning Engineer specializing in reverse osmosis and desalination operations and commissioning.
United Arab EmiratesWhat I'm looking for
I am a Senior Lead Process Commissioning Engineer with deep expertise in reverse osmosis, desalination and thermal technologies, with a career spanning project commissioning, operations and maintenance.
I have led commissioning and operations across large-scale RO, WTP, WWTP, THP and CHP facilities, delivering reliable water production and supporting full-scale technology implementation such as ultrafiltration and UV-based advanced oxidation.
My background includes 20 years of control room operations with SCADA and DCS systems, extensive P&ID design and functional planning for plant programming, and hands-on experience in shutdown, isolation and maintenance preparation.
I consistently prioritize safety and stakeholder collaboration, having participated in safety audits, emergency response programs and liaison with customers, company leadership and government officials while working with R&D partners to improve water and utility technologies.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
VEManaged commissioning and start-up of large-scale RO and thermal desalination projects across Middle East and Europe, ensuring operational readiness, safety compliance, and handover to operations.
Senior Lead Process Engineer
Laing O'Rourke
Jan 2005 - Jan 2014 (9 years)
Led process engineering for Thames Water and major infrastructure RO, WTP and CHP projects, delivering commissioning and operational handovers on schedule.
LOSenior Lead Process Engineer
Laing O'Rourke
Jan 2003 - Jan 2005 (2 years)
Delivered process engineering and RO operations support at Davyhulme and regional WTPs, overseeing commissioning activities and maintenance preparedness.
LOSenior Lead Process Engineer
Laing O'Rourke
Jan 2002 - Jan 2003 (1 year)
Provided process engineering and RO operations at Hyde and Denton WTPs, focusing on commissioning completion and operational optimisation.
LOSenior Lead Process Engineer
Laing O'Rourke
Jan 2000 - Jan 2002 (2 years)
Oversaw process engineering and commissioning at Wybersley WTP, supporting RO operations and plant start-up activities.
Military Police
HM Armed Forces
Jan 1990 - Jan 2000 (10 years)
Served as Military Police across deployments including the 1st Gulf War and peacekeeping operations, leading security operations and emergency response as a decorated soldier.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UMUniversity of Manchester
Diploma in Mechanical Process Commissioning Engineering, Mechanical Process Commissioning Engineering
Grade: Pass
Completed a Diploma in Mechanical Process Commissioning Engineering (Pass) covering commissioning principles for water and process treatment plants.
UMUniversity of Manchester
Diploma in Chemical Process and Water Technologies Operations, Chemical Process and Water Technologies Operations
Grade: Pass
Completed a Diploma in Chemical Process and Water Technologies Operations (Pass) focused on chemical process control and water treatment operations.
Irlam High School
General Certificate of Secondary Education, Various subjects
Completed GCSEs with grades including English B, Maths C, Art A, History B, Chemistry D and Geography B.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United Arab EmiratesAuthorized to work in
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