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Multan, Punjab, Pakistan

- Monitoring of critical turbomachines through Vibration and Lubricant Analysis to achieve optimal performance- Analyzed failure data and performed Bad Actors Analysis to develop action plans for continuous improvements- Initiated Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) program to enhance machine reliability and availability- Conducted Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) of rotating equipment breakdowns to prevent recurrence- Implemented Reliability Excellence frame-work and Benchmarked with IDCON / industry best practices - Developed and managed Machinery Heat Maps, Roll-out Plan & Remaining Life Assessment (RLA) Plans- Performed detailed inspection of vintage Process Air Compressor (Make: BBC) for revamp and revival of continuous operation leading to enhanced fertilizer production

Multan, Punjab, Pakistan

- Led the project team for successful execution and seamless commissioning of projects in accordance with API RP-686 guidelines with zero injuries and incidents at the mid-stream gas processing facility- Executed Gas Compression Project (Compressor: Ariel KBT4 + Gas Engine: Waukesha L-7044 GSI S5) in record time of 20 days and enhanced gas supply upto 22 MMSCFD for fertilizer production- Delivered project of 110 MMSCFD Gas Dehydration Plant within approved budget of US$ 2 MM to limit moisture content by <6.0 Lb/MMSCF and met sale gas line specifications- Modernized speed governing system of critical Steam Turbines (Make: AEG Kanis) from mechanical-hydraulic to state of the art electronic system for efficient monitoring and control- Upgraded Air Filtration System of air Compressors and improved filtration efficiency upto E10 class & filters lifetime from 120 days to 240 days leading to enhanced annual production of Nitric Acid- Overhauled Waukesha gas engine (Model: L-7044GSI S4), 1680 HP, V12 cylinders and resumed plant operation within 07 days to meet annual production target of 850K MT quality fertilizer- Developed CAPEX budget (Level I - V) of major EPC projects and ensured completion within approved budget & timeline through continuous tracking with S-curve and proactive approach- Participated in risk assessment studies (HAZOP, Management of Change, PSSR, JSA, etc.) for safe, reliable and quality execution of projects as per applicable API/ISO/Good industry standards

Multan, Punjab, Pakistan

- Installed and commissioned Gas Compression Package (Compressor, Ariel JGK4 + Gas Engine, Waukesha L-7044 GSI S4) leading to a 15% increase in production capacity and company’s business growth- Coordinated with all stakeholders, vendors and contractors for smooth execution & commissioning of project- Managed installation of Gas Compression Package by timely closure of all technical queries during engineering, procurement, installation and commissioning in record time with zero injury- Overhauled GHH Centrifugal Compressor, 8600 HP, Horizontal Split, Multi-stages, LP and HP Casings - Developed lesson learnt, risk register and mitigation plans for Gas Compression and Gas Dehydration unit projects to avoid any delay & unforeseen events- Developed CAPEX Budget (Level I - V) of major EPC Projects and ensured completion of projects within approved budget and timeline through continuous tracking and record keeping- Developed Project Schedule / Gantt Chart on MS Project for all EPCC Projects and achieved successful execution within planned timeline- Participated in all engineering studies (HAZOP, Management of Change, PSSR, JSA, etc.) for safe and reliable execution of projects as per API/ISO standards- Participated in HSE programs (PSM Drive, PTW Awareness, MSA Audits) to uplift plant safety culture

Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan

Major Overhauling of Turbomachinery:- Steam Turbine, Make: Dresser Rand, Rating: 10 MW, Impulse type installed at UREA Plant- Gearbox, Make: Flender, Rating: 3900 KW, Step-up type installed at CO2 train UREA Plant- Centrifugal Compressor, Make: GE, Rating: 5200 HP, Radially Split type installed at Ammonia Plant - Auxiliary Boiler FD Fan, Make: Howden Buffalo, installed at Utility Plant- Gearbox, Make: Rexnord, Rating: 240 HP, Reduction installed at bucket elevator of DAP Plant- Steam Turbine, Make: Elliot, Rating: 280 HP, Curtis Stage installed at of Ammonia Plant - Conti-tech Conveyor belt installation, splicing and commissioning at PH&S Unit- Mechanical Seals, Make: John Crane, replacement of HP Ammonia Pump at Urea PlantDay to Day Responsibilities:- Routine equipment failure analysis and their corrective actions- Machinery reliability, integrity, and optimization initiatives- Developing maintenance history and maintenance plans- Monitoring inventory and on-time ordering of spare parts- Performing technical review of vendor' proposals - Tracking annual budget and utilization as per approved budget- Managing available human and material resources- Encouraging and motivating employees by award nominations- Job Safety Analysis (JSA) & Tool Box Talk (TBT) for safe executionSAP Plant Maintenance (PM) Module:- Material Management, Inventory Review & Ordering- Maintenance Management, Maintenance Orders Review and Execution- Vendor's Bids Review and ITBs Follow Up- Initiating Purchase Requisition (PR)- Developing Service Entry Sheets (SES)- Developing Equipment Bill of Material (BOM)

Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan

Machinery Maintenance (Rotary Equipment):- Overhauled GE Centrifugal Compressor, 3900 HP, Axial Split, 05 Stages installed at Ammonia Plant- Overhauled GE Centrifugal Compressor, 3400 HP, Axial Split, 07 Stages installed at Ammonia Plant- Managed Steam turbine complete overhauling on-time and eliminated risk of production loss - Overhauled Centrifugal & Positive Displacement Pumps due to high vibration & seal leakages- Assisted in Conveyor belt Installation, Splicing and Commissioning within planned time- Supervised inspection/replacement of Bearings, Seals, Packing rings, Coupling and Belts Equipment Maintenance (Static Equipment):- Assisted in efficient Preventive maintenance of Shell & Tubes Heat Exchanger- Participated in Corrective maintenance of Carbon Steel & FRP Tanks and Vessels- Supervised project of "Rubber Lining" on CS tank to provide corrosion protection

Lahore, Pakistan

"Implementation of Lean Manufacturing and Ergonomics Principles"- Communicated to Operation Manager and updated him weekly about the progress of project- Coordinated with a group of 4 students and achieved positive outcomes by positive attitude- Implemented Lean Management tools and Improved Process through waste elimination- Improved Quality using strategies of TQM, Statistical Process Control and Management tools- Modified Process Layout of chair section using Bottleneck analysis technique- Implemented ergonomics principle and improved work environment for the employees- Executed 5S and KAIZEN philosophies and eliminated existing waste in process

Lahore, Pakistan

"Amal Academy is Stanford funded startup that develops professional skills in young graduates"- Completed a competitive written application and interview process to be selected from over 900 applicants for intensive 3-month Career-Prep Fellowship program funded by Stanford University- Collaborated with a group of 40 students for 3 months that enhanced my team working abilities- Enhanced my confidence and speaking skills by speaking in front of 40 members for 3 months- Developed skills about resolving conflicts positively that may raise in any team activity- Learned about techniques to be positive throughout the day even in negative scenario- Learned about managing multiple tasks to increase productivity using SMART technique- Ameliorated Leadership and Conflict management skills to be a better team player

Rahim Yar Khan

- Completed a project “Optimization of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) yield in Beverage” and provided valuable suggestions using SPC tools, 5 Whys analysis and Problem Solving techniques- Reported to Production Lead and Production Engineer about daily progress of CO2 project - Interacted with Production teams of 40 employees during my stay at Coca Cola Limited- Improved efficiency of Washer with respect to dirt and bottle breakage by root cause analysis- Attended Safety training to reduce injuries of workers and developing healthy environment- Learned about Refrigeration cycle, Blowing process and Filling process at PET & RGB Production lines