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GIRISHKUMAR DAVE

Profile: Male, Married

Total Experience: 34 years

Date of birth: Fifth June 1967

Nationality: Indian

Current Location: Saudi Arabia (Al-Jubail) Sadara Chemical Company Current Position: Technical Production Advisor

Notice period: Maximum 1 month

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Linked in profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishkumar-dave-8678a140/ Passport No: Z4975190 (Surat) Expired on 16th Oct 2028. Address: A / 8 Arunoday Society, Near Shivam Complex, Zadeshwar Road, Bharuch. Post: Zadeshwar.State: - Gujarat (India), Pin: - 392011 Professional Summary

A results-driven Chemical Engineer with an impressive 34-year track record in plant operation and project management within the Oil & Gas, Chemical, Petrochemical, and Fertilizer industries. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting, DCS operation, productivity enhancement, reliability improvement, and plant start-up and shutdown planning. Proficient in using Chemcad and experienced in working with highly hazardous and corrosive fluids across a wide range of operating conditions. Committed to upholding work ethics and known for embracing honesty and fostering excellence in career progression. Adept in safety, health, and environmental monitoring, ensuring compliance with regulations and mitigating risks associated with challenging processes I embrace honesty and do not like games or drama. I believe that commitment to work ethics is what gets people to excel in their career.

I oversaw pre-commissioning and commissioning in petrochemical plants, covering various processes like Acetic Acid production, Synthesis Gas Generation, Cryogenic separation, and Methanol synthesis. At Sadara Chemical Company, Saudi Arabia, I was a formalin plant SME, and assisted with Nitric Acid and Aniline plant activities.

Educational Qualification: -

IICHE Indian institute of Chemical Engineering (Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering)

Diploma in Chemical Engineering.

Post Diploma in Industrial Safety.

Membership:

Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers.

The Institution of Engineers India. (Calcutta)

Skill:

Strategic Planning and Execution

Team Leadership and Development

Operational Excellence

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Safety and Environmental Compliance

Budgeting and Cost Control

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Specialties

Operation Management.

Process Engineering.

Solid understanding of plant operations, equipment functionality, unit processes, and adherence to safe work practices.

Exposure to MNC work cultures, proficiency in SAP, and expertise in MS Office.

Proven track record in de-bottlenecking process units, managing large projects, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

Adept in problem-solving using RCA tools and troubleshooting.

Experienced in capacity revamp within existing plants. Training taken:-

Germany Dow plant OJT, technology supplier to Sadara Chemical Company.

OHSAS18001 auditor training

OHSAS18001 and ISO 14001 awareness

HAZOP participation course.

Hazards and Process Safety Management(PSM)

Organization Position/Role Plant/Projects Experience (Years) KSPL,Kutch specialities

chemical Pvt Ltd

Gnadhidham, India

General Manager

Unit head

Nitric acid and CNA plant From Sept 2023 to cont

Sadara Chemical Company,

Al-Jubail,

Saudi Arabia

Production Head Formalin, Aniline, MNB, Nitric Acid Plants,Technology Suppliers:

Espendisa, KBR, Noram,

PerstorrpFormox

Commissioning and stabilization

2013-2023 (10 years)

Gujarat Narmada Valley

Fertilizers and

Petrochemicals,

Bharuch,Gujarat,India

Process Engineer Weak Nitric Acid, Concentrated Nitric Acid (Uhde mono high pressure, and

MAG-NAC)

December 2009 - August

2013 (4)

Saudi International

Petrochemical (SIP-CHEM),

Saudi Arabia

Commissioning

engineer

Acetic Acid Plant (Eastman

Technology)

Commissioning, startup and

stabilization of plant.

November 2008 -

November 2009 (1)

Gujarat Narmada Valley

Fertilizers and

Petrochemicals,

Bharuch,Gujarat,India

Production Engineer Formic Acid Plant (CAMIRA

TECHNOLOGY FINLAND),

2007 to 2008 (1)

Gujarat Narmada Valley

Fertilizers and

Petrochemicals,

Operation Engineer Acetic Acid Plant Revamping

(Irridum-Ruthenium route), CO-II

plant commissioning, Acetic Acid by

2001 to 2007 (6)

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Bharuch,Gujarat,India CATIVA PROCESS

Trouble shooting and stabilization of

Distillation Tower, catalyst recovery

section,

Cryogenic separation of hydrogen and

carbon monoxide from gas mixture.

Gujarat Narmada Valley

Fertilizers and

Petrochemicals,

Bharuch,Gujarat,India

Commissioning

engineer

Acetic Acid Plant,(Rhodium route) BP

Technology

Feed Gas Purification Section,

Cryogenic Unit, Removal of Sour Gas

- CO2, CH3OH, H2S

1995 to 2001 (6)

Gujarat Narmada Valley

Fertilizers and

Petrochemicals,

Bharuch,Gujarat,India

DCS Supervisor

Ammonium Nitrate, Ammonium Nitro

Phosphate Fertilizer, Calcium

Ammonium Nitrate Fertilizer, Weak

Nitric Acid, Concentrated Nitric Acid

1989 to 1995 (6)

Commissioning, stabilization, and operation of petrochemical plants involving cracking of oil, reforming of natural gas

(NG), separation of feed gas and synthesis gas (Co, H2) for the production of Methanol, Acetic Acid, Formic Acid, Methyl Acetate, and Acetic Anhydride.

Project Experience:-

Checking design data with use of simulator to remove bottleneck of plant.

Prepared and updated Process flow diagram and P & I.

DCS loop checked during DCS up gradation from UNIX to Window base. Project Commissioned: -

Nitric Acid plant (Espindesa technology 415000 TPY)

Aniline plant (KBR technology 300000 TPY)

MNB, mono nitro benzene plant (NORAM technology 416000 TPY)

Formalin plant (PerstorpFormox technology 172000 TPY) I actively engaged in the pre-commissioning and commissioning phases of a nitric acid plant MNB, Aniline, PMDA and TDI with Sadara Project. This process involved the production of weak nitric acid, MNB, Aniline and Formalin. During this period, I was responsible for overseeing and managing several critical tasks to ensure the successful launch and operation of the plant.

In the pre-commissioning phase, my responsibilities included: 1 Equipment Inspection and Testing: Collaborated with the engineering team to inspect and test all equipment and systems to verify their readiness for operation. Ensured that all components were in optimal condition for the commissioning phase. 2 System Integration: Ensured proper integration and functioning of various systems such as pressure vessels, pumps, reactors, and cooling systems. Coordinated with different teams to address any interfacing issues.

3 Documentation Review: Thoroughly reviewed all technical documents, process flow diagrams, and operating manuals to ensure accuracy and alignment with the plant's design.

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4 Safety Checks: Worked closely with the safety team to conduct safety checks, verifying the implementation of safety measures and procedures in accordance with industry standards.

5 Training: Organized training sessions for the operational staff, providing them with the necessary knowledge and skills to handle equipment and respond to potential challenges. During the commissioning phase, my key activities included: 1 System Start-up: Oversaw the step-by-step start-up of the plant's processes, ensuring that each system was brought online safely and efficiently. 2 Process Optimization: Collaborated with process engineers to optimize various parameters for optimal productivity, efficiency, and product quality. 3 Troubleshooting: Led troubleshooting efforts in case of any technical glitches or challenges that arose during the commissioning process. 4 Quality Control: Monitored the quality of the produced weak nitric acid, conducting regular quality checks to ensure it met the required standards. 5 Process Validation: Ensured that the entire production process adhered to the designed specifications and met safety and environmental standards. 6 Documentation and Reporting: Maintained detailed records of the commissioning activities, documenting each step and any deviations from the planned processes. Throughout the entire pre-commissioning and commissioning phases, I collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including process engineers, safety experts, and operational staff, to ensure a smooth and successful transition from construction to operation. Sadara Chemical company Technical production head (20th August 2013 to 2023), Sadara chemical company is joint venture of Aramco and Dow chemical company, producing various chemicals and petrochemicals.

Present responsibilities with Sadara Chomical Company 1. Serve as the technical and process subject matter expert, providing expertise and guidance in the individual's area of specialization.

2. Monitor the process, safety, quality, and energy conditions on a daily basis, identifying gaps and developing action plans to optimize performance.

3. Conduct Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) for various modifications and projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards.

4. Offer daily technical and process engineering support to production, environmental health and safety (EHS), quality, and maintenance teams.

5. Identify and implement improvements in existing processes, leveraging expertise to optimize operations.

6. Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to manufacturing teams, promptly addressing production issues.

7. Monitor process conditions through trend analysis, communicating findings to production and maintenance teams.

8. Lead or participate in regular audits of existing processes to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

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9. Establish and maintain effective and efficient process measures, optimizing performance and reliability.

10. Utilize the company's Management of Change (MOC) procedures and lead MOCs from initiation to completion.

11. Lead or participate in formal process reviews for new projects, ensuring robust design and adherence to specifications.

12. Collaborate with EHS and Quality personnel to ensure manufacturing processes are designed, audited, and operated safely and in accordance with company policies. 13. Lead process-related projects as assigned, driving successful implementation and achieving desired outcomes.

14. Ensure process documentation is complete, including process flow diagrams (PFDs) with material and energy balances, Process and Instrument Drawings (P&IDs), and process descriptions. 15. Verify the proper design and implementation of process control systems and interlocks, conducting Safety Instrumented System (SIS) proof tests and interlock simulations as required. 16. Develop training materials and conduct training sessions for operations and maintenance teams to enhance their skills and knowledge.

17. Perform or assist in process-related root cause or failure analysis investigations to identify and address underlying issues.

18. Provide coaching and guidance to front-line teams on process-related matters, equipment operation, and engineering principles.

19. Collaborate and support improvement activities in the plant, working closely with reliability engineers to resolve mechanical reliability issues. 20. Assist in day-to-day troubleshooting activities, addressing process-related challenges in a timely manner.

General Manager Head of Department /operation excellence (16th September 2023 to continue),

Spearhead overall operations, providing strategic direction and leadership for the entire organization.

Develop and execute business plans, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and industry standards.

Implement cost-effective measures, optimizing production processes and maximizing operational efficiency.

Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all departments.

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