Varun Gangaram Email & Phone Number

San Juan, Trinidad And Tobago

As the Fuel Assurance Team Leader, I deliver technical directive in a fast-paced dynamic retail fuel environment to minimize fuel losses, ensure high quality of fuel and compliance with regulatory guidelines at every stage within the supply chain.I am the expert on the different properties of fuel and technologies for enhancement and against adulteration.I execute the safe and accurate operation of all sampling, storage, testing facilities and equipment, through effective management, maintenance and timely and accurate calibrations.

San Fernando

As a Chemist, I operated within a Hydrocarbon testing laboratory at the Paria Fuel Trading Company and maintained responsibility for overseeing and ensuring smooth day to day operations and reliable and accurate production of sample results in a safe manner. I delivered instruction on best practices in chemical testing and processing procedures ensuring alignment with company policies and procedures. Having been selected to lead elite teams of professionals, I personally developed and managed work plans for daily operations including assessing and approving sample results with attention to individual team member strengths. I was also responsible for generating and issuing Product Certificates of Analysis and administering the Laboratory Infomation Management System (LIMS).

Pointe-A-Pierre, Trinidad & Tobago

As Head Chemist, I managed and optimized the end to end planning, scheduling and delivery of analytical and non-routine laboratory testing services to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies and procedures. I personally supervised and monitored all quality assurance functions and provided strategic advice to facilitate timely resolution of product quality issues in collaboration with internal stakeholders. As a crucial team leader, I played a key role in directing the successful expansion of human capital in line with competency development programmes. I also earned recognition for spearheading the development and implementation of training programs in areas including new technologies and modern analytical techniques to drive performance and knowledge sharing.

Pointe-A-Pierre, Trinidad & Tobago

As a Supervising Chemist, I was primarily responsible for heading technical and administrative functions for the Liquid Hydrocarbon, Gas and Analytical (Water) Laboratories which performed 200+ different types of analyses in line with oil refinery requirements. I delivered highly effective leadership, mentoring and motivation to a team of Laboratory Technicians conducting analyses on various sample types, ensuring all work was carried out in a safe, efficient and accurate manner. Committed to fostering a highly equipped workforce, I improved training and certification to Laboratory Technicians in the effective performance of test methods. I also conceptualised, developed, implemented and commissioned robust test methods and equipment, with ownership for monitoring the implementation and recommending improvements to enhance overall performance.

Pointe-A-Pierre, Trinidad & Tobago

As a Chemist, I was responsible for administering, updating and maintaining the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). I also acted as Lab Lead on the commissioning teams through the Isomerisation and Continuous Catalyst Regeneration Platformer Complex. Focused on optimizing existing processes and operations, I managed and coordinated maintenance activities within the laboratory in line with safety obligations. I was also instrumental in designing and developing Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectrometer computer models.

Pointe-A-Pierre, Trinidad & Tobago

Test Method Development & Implementation

Santa Flora, Trinidad & Tobago

As an Undergraduate Trainee, I analysed Oil Wells using the Systematic Nodal Analysis Program (SNAP) to determine their feasibility for Fracking.

Associate'S Degree, Certified Quality Technician

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Science In Chemistry & Analytical Chemistry (Hons)