VIJESH.NAGENDRAN

Mobile: 009****-*******

E-Mail: acfjui@r.postjobfree.com

Address: P.O. Box: 42715, Sharjah Hamriyah FZ, U.A.E.

Seeking assignments in Quality Assurance / Quality Control / Inspection

with an organization of repute

PROFILE SUMMARY

. Qualified NACE Level II Coating Inspector CIP with nearly 6 years of

experience Marine and Protective & Pipeline Coating Inspection

. Actively involved in reviewing & approving ITP's, QCP's & method

statements of insulation and painting

. Skilled in resolving problems related to insulation, fire-proofing,

refractory and painting

. Adroit in providing support and investigation of coatings-related field

issues

. Expertise in planning for painting & coating activities based on project

drawings and specifications

. Exposure of different types of paints like Epoxy, Solvent Free Epoxy,

Phenolic Epoxy, In-organic Zinc, Polyurethane, Inter Sleek Application,

Glass Flake, Organic Zinc, Heat Resistant Coatings, Passive Fire Proofing

and Anti-fouling

. Deftness in swiftly ramping up projects in coordination with clients,

architects, consultants and contractors

. Good administration skills & the ability to maintain accurate and

detailed records of all inspection work

CORE COMPETENCIES

. Participating in project review meetings for evaluating project progress

and debottlenecking

. Overseeing the underground pipeline coating, wrapping, above ground

painting of piping and steel structures

. Designing and implementing stringent systems and quality plans / manuals

to ensure high quality standards during all the stages of project

. Executing the laboratory co-ordination and checking the refractory

samples.

. Handling the verification of sub-contractors QC documents, attending

inspection for each activity as per ITP

. Preparing the method statement, quality control procedures, inspection

and test plan

. Receiving inspection and certification of all incoming materials

. Dealing with field inspection of painting, insulation, refractory and

fireproofing works

. Identifying the coating-painting faults, handling the verification of

blasting materials and rust grades

. Conducting various tests & regular internal audits and reviews to ensure

adherence to pre-set norms; ensuring conformance across all functions and

processes

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPERIENCE

Apr'12 - till date: Applied Corrosion Technology, Sharjah, UAE as QC

Inspector (Blasting & Painting)

Major Projects in Lamprell Sharjah Hamriyah Free Zone

. Great Drill Chaya Singapore

. New Build RIG Muhaiyimat (NDC Client)

. New Build RIG#04(Marawwah) - Ongoing Project (NDC Client)

. New Build RIG #03(Qarnin) - Ongoing Project (NDC Client)

Key Result Areas

. Handling various products, surface preparations, type of coatings,

coating activities, inspection instruments, etc.

. Working on components like glass, high solid, rich, heat resistant

coatings and inorganic

. Overseeing coating activities within the written specifications, standard

& procedures

. Facilitating surveying, maintenance painting, coating failure analysis

and data collection

. Performing all kinds of coating inspection test including but not limited

to survey, estimation, investigation witness and monitoring, both

destructive & non-destructive coating test

. Imparting training to blasters, painters and supervisors on proper use of

blasting painting tools, equipment, painting project, etc.

. Coordinating amongst the personnel involved in coating project,

maintaining documentation of the work done, generating inspection

reports, etc.

Oct'09 - Apr'12: Drydocks World, Dubai as QC Inspector (Blasting &

Painting)

Major Projects in Dry Docks World Dubai

. F.S.O Africa O.S.G Project

. F.S.R.U Livorno Saipem Project

. F.P.S.O Aquila Saipem Project

. F.P.S.O Athena BW Project

Key Result Areas

. Participated in pre-inspection meeting with main contractor prior to the

start of any work to clarify inspection requirements, plans & procedures

. Closely reviewed & approved the project specification, inspection & test

plan, quality control procedures, method statement and material approval

request issued by the contractors

. Ensured that:

o Corrosion protection work by paint systems was carried out as per the

specifications, relevant standards and good practice through

monitoring, including reference area sampling & spot control

o Work carried out were under the satisfaction of client's requirements

& project specification

o Steel preparation were as per the specification

o Paints were applied as per the specification and manufacturer's

instruction

Significant Accomplishments

. Bagged Safe Worker Award

. Accredited with Best Quality Control Inspector Award in during 2012

Jan'09 - Oct'09: Gyathk RVCR Apparatus Pvt. Ltd., Cochin as Asst. QC /

Assistant Trainee

Key Result Areas

. Closely monitored surface preparation and painting as per the owner's

specification & standards

. Participated in daily production meeting with client & project managers

and ensured quality of the products

. Handled disputes and recommended solution to achieve the quality

. Supervised daily activities of production process and attended all stage

inspection with senior QC and client; maintained record of all inspection

results

. Involved in:

o Project planning and compiling method statements/ application

procedures & schedules

o Compiling risk assessments/ permits, identifying hazards and

implementing safety control measures

o Preparation of surface, both dry & wet abrasive blasting, various

application methods including heated & non-heated airless spray, brush

& injection and forming techniques

. Worked on spreadsheet/ database systems and work packs

. Gathered information from structural & piping drawings (general

arrangements, P&IDs and piping isometrics)

. Conducted general visual inspection to identify fabrication/ welding

defects

. Carried out coating inspections; determined soluble salt contamination

levels and recorded climatic/environmental conditions, surface profile,

dust quantity rating checks & Wet Film Thickness checks (WFT)

. Formulated QA/QC control measures and compiled QA documentation for

client review

. Efficiently managed internal linings to process vessels

. Used coatings and performed inspections on zincs, various epoxies, 100%

solids including experience in application & inspection of International,

Hempel, Jotun, Sigma and PPG and various non-slip systems & glass flake

epoxy

SKILL SET

Functional

. Involved in reviewing and approving contractor's painting, coating &

wrapping procedures

. Conducting inspection of surface profile, chloride contamination test as

per applicable standards

. Closely monitoring weather and equipment condition during Painting,

coating operations

. Accountable for ensuring that:

o Paint materials are used from approved paint manufacturers with valid

pot life

o Application of coating is carried out as per the technical data-sheet

of the manufacturer and approved painting specification

o Proper time intervals between intermediate coats for proper chemical

and mechanical bonding

. Evaluating:

o Dry film thickness and holiday detection / pin hole detections and

using calibrated testing equipment

o Post curing tests such as hardness, spark test, sound test, adhesion

test, visual and dimensional check on riser pipes / clamps

. Overseeing surface preparation, application of CTE coating and post

curing tests on pipeline

Technical

. Well versed with International Codes & Standards such as ASME, ASTM and

BS

. Verifying and approving non-conformities / corrective actions

. Reviewing / appraising inspection procedures.

. Managing one or more level 1 Inspectors / surveyors

EDUCATION

. Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from State Board of Technical

Education, Kerala in 2009

Other Courses

. NACE Coating Inspector Level 2

. NACE Coating Inspector Level 1

IT Skills: Well versed with Microsoft Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint,

AutoCAD, Internet Applications and E-Mail

TRAININGS

. Safety and Firefighting course from Drydocks World, Dubai

. Inspirational Leadership Training from Drydocks World, Dubai

. Frontline Management Training from Drydocks World, Dubai

. Inspection Procedures, Surface Preparation, Application Techniques &

Paint Technology from Jotun Paints

PERSONAL DETAILS

Date of Birth: 6th November, 1985

Permanent Address: Padma Nivas, East of Venkiteswara Hospital, Eruva

PO, Kayamkulam, Alappuzha - 690564, Kerala, India

Languages Known: English, Hindi, Malayalam and Tamil

Visa Status: Job Visa

Passport Details: Passport No.: H 5190832, Expiry Date: 22-09-

2019

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