David Hughes

David Hughes is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the oil and gas industry, currently serving as a Plant Inspector at Woodside Energy since April 2010, focusing on the inspection of onshore and offshore production facilities and pressure vessels. Previously held positions include In-Service Pressure Vessel Inspector at Weir Oil and Gas, AICIP Inspector at Drilco Inspections and Vertical Services, and Operations Manager at Hughes and Hill Fabrications PTY LTD, where significant achievements included running a successful steel fabrication business and earning a major award for excellence. David holds an Advanced City and Guilds certificate in Thick Plate Development, Mechanical Engineering, from Preston Polytech and has built a strong reputation for compliance, safety, and operational efficiency throughout a career that spans several decades.