PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL PROFILE
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PROFILE OF DEON ANDRE GOUWS
Current Employment
Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems Africa
Availability/Notice Period
Surname
Gouws
First Names
Deon
Andre
Citizenship
South African
Identity No
690-***-**** 08 1
Gender
Male
Passport Status
Valid
Residing in
Pretoria
Areas to consider
International
Languages Spoken
English / Afrikaans
Expectation
Negotiable
OBJECTIVE
I am a confident, versatile and enthusiastic Engineering Snr QA/QC Site Superintendent with extensive experience in the delivery of piping projects across the oil and gas, power and petrochemical sectors.
Acknowledged as a highly focussed and committed professional, I have been entrusted with daily activities of multi-cultural work forces both in the SA and abroad managing all aspects of piping, prefabrication erection and testing.
I am passionate about working to the highest standards and have the proven ability to design and execute efficient action plans in accordance with client/company targets and international standards.
ACQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES
Problem-solving
Analytic Thinking
Strategic Planning
Vendor Control
Conducting Audits
Quality Analysis
Data Control
Project Planning
Risk Management
Risk Assessment
Cost Control
Budget Management
Supplier Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Quality Control
Report Writing
Contract Management
Change Management
Performance Management
Implementation Management
Training
Crisis Management
Business Strategy
Communication Skills
Project Management
Computer Literate
Customer Service
Staff Management
Time Management
Negotiation
Troubleshooting
Advanced Supervisory skills
Interpersonal Skills
Expertise in piping/pipeline construction engineering
COMPUTER LITERACY
MS Word
MS Excel
MS Power Point
MS Projects
Internet
MS Outlook
ACQUIRED EXPERIENCES
Contractor fabrication workshops and sites
Audits on NDT processes
Review and approve PQR`s, WPS`s and welders
Witness MPT and PT testing
Compiling of data books
Final inspections and release of completed pipelines, vessels, heat exchangers
SAES,ASME and API fabrication codes on field and site construction, install tie ins, of new piping & equipment
Managed crude oil and pipeline construction processes, encompassing surveying, stringing, welding, NDT, coating, pigging, hydro testing, backfilling and commissioning
Review and approve ITP`s and QCP`s
Fabrication and installation of pipelines on-plot and cross country
Witness Phased Array, Ultrasonic and Radiographic testing
Verification of supplied materials for fabrication
Inspections on main boiler structures
Vendor Audits
Maintenance inspections and statutory inspections on pressure vessels.
EDUCATION DETAILS
Highest Grade
Grade 12
Institution
Ladysmith High School
Year Passed
1986
ADDITIONAL COURSES / CERTIFICATES
ASME Fabrication codes for pressure vessels
Lead Auditors ISO 9001:2008
Radiographic Interpretation
CSWIP 3.2 Senior Welding Inspectors Level 3
Welding Inspector Level 2
Welding Inspector Level 1
Microsoft project fundamentals (MS Projects)
Project Management & Execution
Blasting ticket- Gold and Coal
T.E.P Training (Human Relations)
API 570
Registered as EngTech TechWeld1 at TWI
CAREER DETAILS
Name of Employer
Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems Africa
Designation / Title
QA/QC Data Book Compiler and Reviewer at Medupi Power Station(Mega Project)
Period of Employment
2017 – Current
Reason for Leaving
Review Data books and do ndt clearance
Review WPS’s, welder approvals and consumables
Approve and sign on heat treatment charts and verify heating and cooling temps are correct as per QCP
Supervised mechanical piping and executing Installation and dealing with all RFI’S
Review RT films and NDT test reports after fabrication
Review all procedures and resources competency
QA assessment on contractor fabrication documentation
Name of Employer
Murray & Roberts Power and Energy
Designation / Title
Snr Quality Inspector /QA/QC Reviewer at Medupi Power Station(Mega Project)
Period of Employment
2017 – 2018
Reason for Leaving
E.O.C
Perform surveillance inspections on fabrications, workshops and sites activities
Review Data books and do ndt clearance prior to hydro testing on completion of systems
Review WPS’s, welder approvals and consumables
Witness welding and Heat treatment on P91/P92 materials and various other materials
Approve and sign on heat treatment charts and verify heating and cooling temps are correct as per QCP
Supervised mechanical piping and executing Installation and dealing with all RFI’S
Review RT films and NDT test reports after fabrication
Review all procedures and resources competency
QA assessment on contractor fabrication documentation
Witness and inspect SH, RH and economiser elements upon installation in boiler
Witness and inspect vertical as well as spiral walls erecting.
Name of Employer
SMP for Saudi Aramco- Saudi Arabia(Al Falak)
Designation / Title
Snr Inspector Engineer V
Period of Employment
2013 – 2016
Reason for Leaving
E.O.C
Perform surveillance inspections on contractor fabrications workshops and sites
Review Data books prior to hydro testing of completed spools, pipelines and vessels
Review and approve WPS’s, welder approvals and consumables
Review and approve all contractor documentation for maintain potential projects and pipelines
Overseen process piping fabrication and erection to oil field installations, road and camel crossings
Project scopes included the building from the ground up, installation of all piping and equipment
Do vendor audits on NDT processes and documentation
Witness Radiographic and Ultrasonic testing on pipelines
Review all procedures and resources competency
Receiving and releasing of material for fabrication at contractor laydown areas as per IFC drawings.
Name of Employer
Bureau Veritas(Eskom)
Designation / Title
3rd party Q.A/Q.C Inspector for Madupi/Kusile power stations
Period of Employment
2011 – 2013
Reason for Leaving
Career Advancement
Do inspections on fabrication of piping for panels and structural beams for new power station
Review Data books, PQR`s WPS and Welders certificates
Do inspections on completed air ducting and release to site
Witness and approve PQR`s for deferent materials including P91/P92
Review and approve QCP`s
Managing expert contractors/sub-contractor teams, controlling and monitoring quality levels and work schedules.
Do vendor audits
Do material ID and verification for fabrication purposes of piping and pressure parts
Supervised mechanical piping and executing Installation and dealing with all RFI’S.
Witness Ultrasonic testing on pipelines
Review Phased Array, Radiographic Testing and Ultrasonic Testing reports
Witness and approve testing of pumps and motors for power station use
Inspect and approve LP and HP Heaters after hydro testing on turbine side of power station
Name of Employer
Kentz Engineers & Contractors (Petrochemical)
Designation / Title
Q.C. Coordinator
Period of Employment
2011
Reason for Leaving
Career Advancement
Compile work packs for maintenance work on petrochemical plants
Field construction and site construction, install tie ins, new piping & equipment
Draw up training sheets for different work packs
Maintain, develop and manage plans along with planning department to assure milestones are reported correctly
Planning of work process, checking of material received at site, reporting to manager regarding progress, staff and activities
During shutdown tracks progress to plan and schedule dates
Review Radiographic and Ultrasonic Testing reports
Feedback and updates with clients and planners
Do surveillance and manage resources
After completion of work pack, sell back to clients
Sign off Mechanical completion of plant with client
Do internal audits on system
Do statutory inspections on air receivers, pressure vessels and heat exchangers and compile reports
Name of Employer
Hitachi Power Africa
Designation / Title
Senior Client QC Inspector at DSE Fabrication shop for power stations
Period of Employment
2010 - 2011
Reason for Leaving
Career Advancement
Review and inspection of Structural steel packages and steelwork for power station
Inspection of Main Boiler Structure and trail assemblies for power station
Release of painted and unpainted items to site
Surveillance inspection performed in the workshop during fabrication of components for power station
Do audits on all operations and review WPS and Heat treatment procedures on P91/P92 material
Monitor welding and Heat treatment cycles on P91, P92 material
Review and approve contractor Data books after fabrication.
Name of Employer
Babcock Ntuthuko
Designation / Title
Q.A/Q.C Inspector
Q.C Inspector/ Supervisor at Lethabo Power station
Period of Employment
2001 - 2010
Reason for Leaving
Better Prospects
Duties as Q.A/Q.C Inspector
Drawing up and issuing of ITP’s and QCP`s on maintenance outages on the power station
Compiling of data packs of work done during maintenance
Ensuring all work is done according to the relevant codes and standards
Compiling scope of work from surveys reports done inside boiler on pressure parts
Do statutory inspections on power station boiler prior and during pressure test
Do statutory inspections on hydro testing of Feed water tank, LP/HP heaters
Witness Radiographic and Ultrasonic Testing on high pressure piping
Ensuring material certificates is issued with materials and valves
Duties as Q.C Inspector/ Supervisor
Supervising and managing of workforce during outages
Ensuring work is done according to scope and program
Do all necessary paperwork and safety talks
Make sure all work done is of high quality and according to relevant standards and drawings
Check that materials used is correct and according to drawings
Cut and replace al worn and corroded piping and panels
Do patch repair on low pressure vessels
Name of Employer
Bateman Water
Designation / Title
Project Manager
Period of Employment
2000 - 2001
Reason for Leaving
Better Prospects
Managing Aquamanzi water project in rural areas
Planning and execution of projects with sub- contractors
Overseen piping fabrication and erection to field installations
Managing expert contractors/sub-contractor teams, controlling and monitoring quality levels and work schedules.
Maintaining projects on completion
Maintain, develop and manage plans along with planning department to assure milestones are met and reported correctly
Managing of cash flow of vending machines
Draw up of cash flow statements
Monthly management reports
Prepare safety structures for employees
Arrange training of new employees
Monthly meetings with chiefs and rural leaders on progress of projects and sustainability
Name of Employer
PPMS (Project Planning Maintenance Service)
Designation / Title
Site Superintendent (Sasol 1)
Period of Employment
1998 – 2000
Reason for Leaving
Career Advancement
Compile work packs for maintenance work on petrochemical plants
Draw up tracking sheets for different work packs
Managing expert contractors/sub-contractor teams, controlling and monitoring quality levels and work schedules.
Liaising with design engineers to clarify any issues on P&ID and isometrics. Monitor and continuously review HS & E
Pre- plan and allocate work packs to resources
During shut down track progress to plan and schedule dates
Feedback and update with client and planners
Do surveillance inspections on equipment and vessels and manage resources
Sign off Mechanical completion of plant with client
Supervising Installation and punch lists and the detailed method statement for each discipline activities for pre commissioning and commissioning.
Do internal audits on system
Remove down comers and drip trays from vessels and do statutory inspections
References:
Company: Mitsubishi/Hitachi (Medupi Site)
Contact: Edwin Smith – 082*******
Company: Murray & Roberts (Medupi Site)
Contact: Melani Brewin – 014-*******
Company: Saudi Aramco (Saudi Arabia)
Contact: Mohammad Zamanan or Lucuis Botha
Company: Bureau Veritas
Contact: Isobel Raubach
Company: Hitachi (Vendor Inspections)
Contact: Mark Evens