Tom Yaxley

Tom Yaxley has a diverse work experience in the chemical industry. Tom most recently worked at Victrex as a Production Manager, starting in September 2021. Previously, Tom worked at Innospec Inc. where they held various roles including Plant Manager for Personal Care plants, Day Operations Coordinator, and Process Safety Engineer. At Innospec Fuel Specialties LLC, Tom worked as a Placement Student, gaining experience in blending operations and quality control. Tom's career in the chemical industry began with a one-week work experience at Victrex PLC, which helped him decide to pursue a career as a chemical engineer.

Tom Yaxley obtained a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng DIS) degree in Chemical Engineering from Loughborough University, which they attended from 2011 to 2015. Prior to that, they completed their A-Levels in Maths, Chemistry, and Physics at Arnold School Blackpool between 2004 and 2011. Additionally, they have obtained various certifications such as Managing Employee Performance and Managing Time and Multiple Priorities from SGS in November 2019. Tom also received certifications in Pressure Relief from ABB in September 2016, HFL Standard Operating Procedures Training from the Chemical Industries Association in December 2015, Hazard Study Leadership from ABB in October 2015, and HFL Human Reliability Assessment from the Chemical Industries Association in September 2015. In 2011, they obtained their Grade 8 Trumpet certification from ABRSM and became an Open Water Diver through PADI. Furthermore, in 2009, they were awarded the Arkwright Scholarship (with Pilkington Glass Ltd.) from the Arkwright Scholarships Trust.