Michael van Leeuwen

Michael Van Leeuwen has over three decades of experience in operations management and environmental compliance within the oil and gas industry. Currently serving as Operations Superintendent at Andeavor since February 2014, Michael is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of process units while developing personnel capabilities. Prior to Andeavor, Michael worked at BP for 15 years in various roles, including Operations Superintendent and Operations Shift Supervisor, focusing on safe, reliable, and compliant operations along with budget and training management. Michael's earlier experience includes positions as an Air Compliance Engineer and EHS Engineer across multiple companies, with a strong emphasis on environmental performance and regulatory compliance. Michael holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona and California State University, Long Beach, respectively, along with a Master of Public Administration in Public Policy from California State University, Long Beach.