B.E

SENIOR OFFICER

 Presently working as Boardman of Naphtha Hydrotreater Unit, Gas Processing Unit, Amine Unit (LPG sweetening and amine recovery), Reformer and Isomerization Unit.

 Performing smooth start up and shut down (normal and emergency) and normal operations as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

 Troubleshooting, optimization and operation of amine based LPG sweetening unit to produce on spec LPG.

 Monitoring plant parameters i.e. product flowrates, H2 partial pressure, furnace/heat exchanger efficiency, reactor LHSV, pumps NPSH etc. through material balance, energy balance and chemical engineering principles.

 Monitoring DCS trends and performed logical corrections to prevent interruptions to system operation.

 Performing day-to-day yield improvement and process performance monitoring to assure maximum production output.

 Adjusting process parameters (flowrates, pressure, temperature) to get on spec products based on lab results.

 Taking corrective action regarding any operational disturbance, coordinate with area operators for field adjustments and inform shift engineer of any irregularities.

 Performing basic calculations for determining process parameters and material balances.

 Responsible for alarm management of DCS and ESD Systems.

 Testing Emergency Shutdown (ESD) of the plant as per given schedule.

 Participated in the development of various standard operating procedures.

 Ensuring proper handing over taking over to incoming DCS operator on current operating status and significant events

 Reviewing and updating SOPs plant/equipment checklist and log sheets as per requirement.

 Participated in Process Hazard Analyses to identify and assess process safety threats and develop recommendations to mitigate these threats.

 Improving safety/tool box talk culture to control residual hazards and risks.

 Supervising activities for start-up/maintenance via PTW system keeping in view safety protocols.

 Participated in various pre-commissioning, commissioning and modification activities of the plant.

 Participated in various Technical Review (MOC) activities to ensure robust design for changes to be implemented regarding plant modification.

 Involved in many HAZOP studies in collaboration with technical services.

 Monitoring and verifying DCS and plant instruments readings, record and communicate activities carried out during the shift and write down shift activities in the shift log book.

 Generating maintenance work requisites (MWRs) as per requirement in SAP.

 Ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with approved HSE practices.

 Raising first incident reports (FIRs) via IRS on any near miss and incident.

SHIFT TEAM LEADER

 Leading a team of field and DCS operators for the smooth production of PET (Polyethylene

terephthalate).

 Ensure safe plant operation and watch over activities for plant maintenance.

 Reviewed and updated P&IDs to bring into compliance with the relevant standards.

FIELD OFFICER

 Performed field operator duties in Crude Distillation Unit, NHT, GRU, Amine Unit, Platformer and

Isomerization Unit.

 Participated in pre-commissioning, commissioning and pre-startup activities of the plant.

 Duties involved taking regular round of the unit to ensure safe and smooth plant operation and

preparation of area or field equipments for hot work/cold work, confined space entry etc. and

recommission after work completion.

 Continuously monitor and control the process variables and ensure equipment operations are

according to their prescribed range to meet production plan/specifications and operate the plant

safely, reliably and efficiently.

 Developed an understanding of all operational procedures and practices through on-the-job training,

job rotation to ensure readiness and capability, to assume the Operator role.

 Adjusted chemical dosing (chemical calculations in ppm) with respect to crude feed and respective

lab results.

 Prepared job packs for the area which includes isolation lists marked in P&ID, pre job checklist,

commissioning procedures, punch listing, N2 purging, leak testing etc.

 Operated field equipments in accordance with operating and approved SOPs to ensure effective

process flows and optimum operational status of equipment.

 Prepared field equipment in allocated work area for maintenance activities, follow up execution and

re-commission equipment upon satisfactory completion of work.

 Ensured implementation to permit to work system inclusive LOTOTO system (lockout/tag out/try

out) and to ensure that all works are performed in accordance with company's HSE standards and

procedures.

 Logged plant parameters in log sheets, events in field log book and also prepared daily shift reports

and inform supervisor about any irregularities.

 Followed proper housekeeping procedures to maintain clean and safe working area.

 Provide immediate first-line response capability in the event of emergencies or major incidents in

order to eliminate or limit potential loss or damage to company personnel, assets or the environment.

 Continuously monitoring conditions of running and static equipment during the course of the shift

and able to identify problems as they arise and seek appropriate assistance.

 Operation of refinery flare system at start up and handing over to maintenance.

 Ensured incoming shift operator is fully briefed on current operating status and significant events

during previous shift, to ensure seamless hand-over of responsibilities.

 Respond to any emergency situation in accordance with standard Operating procedures and/or

instructions from the Shift Supervisor.

 Participated in the development of Risk Assessment and Job Safety Analysis.

 Performed other similar duties as assigned by area engineer.

NEBOSH-International General Certificate