Console Operator Field
Resume:
HUMBERTO ANTONIO GAUNAS MORENO
adpltp@r.postjobfree.com +964 751******* +58-412******* https://www.linkedin.com/in/humberto-antonio-gaunas-moreno-5a120975/ Urbanización Los Cactus. Calle Don Vicente Casa Numero 6. Punto Fijo. Estado Falcon. Venezuela
Shift Supervisor / DCS Operator / Trainer
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Oil & Gas Professional with 18 year’s experience in oil refining operations. Gathers four years of international experience working in multicultural organizations in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Iraq . Knowledgeable of process technology and operation of Naphtha Hydrotreating, Naphtha Reforming, Hydrogen Production, Amine Sweetening of process streams associated to hydrogen production streams, Sour LPG, Fuel Gas and Off gases. Knowledgeable in Hydro Desulfurization Processing of ultravacuum gas oils (HDSU), Sour Water Treatment systems, Diesel Hydrotreating, Vacuum systems (conventional steam ejector & Nash pumps systems), PSA, Utilities systems (flares and cooling water systems). Experienced in process plants pre-commissioning, commissioning, initial start-up and normal operations. Broad experience with DCS systems operation (Honeywell TDC 3000, Yokogawa / Experion) and functional tests for regulatory and complex process control loops, emergency shutdown systems (ESD). Develops operational procedures and trains operators on operational best practices, process philosophy, process safety, plant operations and process trends interpretations, looking for the best way to motivate and involve staff in learning these activities.
CORE COMPETENCIES
# Oil refinery process plants operation & Supervision # Pre-start-up safety reviews
# Process plants pre-commissioning, commissioning & start-up # Operators training
# Equipment inspection/assessment for operation readiness # Process incidents Investigations / Trouble shooting
# HAZOP / What If / Root Cause # Plant Operations procedures development
# Functional tests for emergency systems and controls loops # Excellent English language proficiency
# Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Proficient User
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DESTIN - KAR GROUP, Erbil – Iraq Nov 2020 – Current
Management level : Operations Consultant
Facilities: CDU – Utilities - Naphtha Reformer - Technologies: VENTECH / AXENS
Provide guidelines during the daily Activities, Permit to Work issuance and risk analysis development, Method statement revision, support at the new personal with the routine activities, provide safety talks and advise the safe operations of the unit following the Best Practices, Analise the sample results and adjust the feed streams according the orders, guarantee the continuously operations of the unit without unsafe actions that could carry out accidents or loose of opportunities In the markets. Implement maintenance activities to reduce the pumps and compressors failures to guarantee their Optimal Performance. Prepare monthly reports related all the maintenance activities, related with Permit to work, maintenance (preventive and corrective)
Current Goals:
Implemented Safety Culture using toolbox meetings, and providing continues Examples related at the operational excellence, Lessons Learned, PPE importance, H2S, Corrosive Chemicals handling. Increase their Culture and importance of PTW and JSA, Enhance the importance of the PPE and the development of Method of Statement for SOP and suggesting them the operational Best Practices, was Developed Monthly Safety Indicators for PTW / Method Statement / Unsafe Conditions. Communication is the Key, direct contact with Filed Operator / Control Room Operator, Shift Supervisor / Team Leader and Managers.
Tasks:
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) development / Revision and update it
PTW Issuer / Risk Analysis (JSA)
Machinery preliminary inspection
Verify the Control of Hazardous Energy / LOTO
Ensures proper co-ordination of all works to be carried out
check of the permits, supporting documents and certificates
Participates to the PTW coordination daily meeting
Hazards Identification Analysis
Develop Startup and Shutdown Checklists
Periodic Inspections / Daily / Weekly / Monthly
Energy Control Procedures
Training / Retraining, related to safety and Unit Operation.
Safety Field Checklists
Develop Training Material
Operational Walkthrough
Supervised the preparations for scheduled turnarounds and signed work permits for day-to-day operations.
SPIE OIL AND GAS - Mina Abdullah Refinery (KNPC Project), Kuwait Aug 2018 – Oct 2020
Management level : Trainer Specialist
Facilities: SGU / NHT / CCR / HPU FEED TREATMENT/ H2 COMPRESSION / PSA
Technologies: HALDOR TOPSOE /OPEN ART / HONEYWELL
Facilitates learning through a variety of delivery methods including classroom instruction, virtual training, on- the-job coaching, Evaluates and makes recommendations, and maintains employee training records. Develops training material based on licensor s guidelines, including development of modules for plant operation (including E-Learning) and personnel appraisal, using Articulate 360 with a modern technique of evaluation.
Provides training for new operators in the following units: Saturated Gas, Hydrogen Production, Hydrogen Compression, LPG and PSA. Contributes to the development of training programs, sharing the chemistry fundamentals associated to the different processes. Develops classroom programs, Best Operational Practices and OJT (On Job Training). Conducts OTS (Operation Training Simulator) and other training programs using recognized training techniques, tools and resources.
Achievements
Teach at Fresh / New operators, the processes operations by modules (Unit overview / Unit Equipment / Normal Operation / Start-up - Shut down / Specific Trouble Shooting / Upsets and Emergencies / Pre-commissioning - Commissioning / DCS operation / OTS . Motivate at the New operators using audiovisual media, analytical tests, development of listening sessions, teaching them how to address problems and their possible solutions. Develop SOP /
Shared my experience with my trainees related Field / DCS and refinery Supervision, the importance of communication to avoid the lack of acknowledge and mitigate the risks. Provide them Ideas to develop / improve their Operational Criteria.
Tasks:
Identified training needs, formulated, and implemented training and development programs and evaluated performance.
Develop Operational and Safety Training Modules
Develop Pre-commissioning / Commissioning Training Material
Develop Evaluation Sessions and tracking Control for Assessments.
Develop E-Learning Material
Tracking the Class assistance during the training
Develop toolbox meetings.
Report the Advance of the manpower according to their units, and schedule Re-Training in case it has to be required.
Conduct Online Training During the Pandemic Beginning Covid-19
Go to the Units for visits and evaluations in the field to confirm the Manpower Acknowledge.
SPIE OIL AND GAS - Petro Rabigh, Saudi Arabia. Mar 2017 – Jun 2018
Management level : Console Operator
Facilities: NHT / AROM / CCR / PSA Technologies: AXENS / YOKOGAWA
Monitored and controlled processes and production of Naphtha Catalytic Reforming Complex, comprised of Naphtha Hydrotreating (NHT), Aromatics (AROM), Continuous Catalytic Cracking (CCR) and Pressure Swing Absorption (PSA). Prepared daily performance summaries to monitor the plants by studding laboratory test reports, operational log sheets and other daily operating reports to highlight abnormalities and suggest corrective actions to plant supervisor. Ensured the standard operation of the plants within designed parameters by supporting novel board operators and the plant supervisor in the modification of process parameters and taking direct actions in plants shutdowns and startups in case of emergencies. Prepared and cleared “punch lists” during plants construction. Performed pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, including systems flushing, lines blowing, leak testing, dynamic equipment test running, and control loops and ESD functional testing.
Achievements
Increase the safety in the Team, sharing to them my experience related to DCS scenarios and the importance of the daily check with detail to detect any incoming fluctuation / abnormality in the process, integrate all the team as multicultural source of acknowledge, respect their ideas and traditions. Promote ideas during the SOP Development and the operational walkthrough. The importance of What if / HAZOP guidance .
Tasks:
Reviewed engineering documents to ensure that the commissioning & Startup requirements were accounted for in the design.
During Start Up, involved activities on Pre commissioning and Commissioning of equipment, such as Steam Blowing, Cooling Water flushing, Hydro Test, Air Freeing, Mechanical Run In (MRI) of rotating equipment’s such as pumps, compressors.
Assisted Supervisor for Supervises the preparation of the pre-commissioning and commissioning procedures.
Performed jobs as per Control Room requirements
Worked closely with other departments and employees to accomplish zero human error and established a completely hazard-free workplace.
Monitored DCS panel parameters and logs results, taken corrective measures for resolution of detected abnormalities.
Conducted of Tool Box Talks on daily basis for jobs on the Plant.
Conducted of Job Safety Analysis in case of job to be carried out with potential hazards.
Coordinated assistance of the Vendor representatives and ensured the preparation of final reports and certificates.
Undertaken troubleshooting of an advanced nature in the DCS and Process areas.
Ensured the operational process objectives were met.
Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) CRP – CARDON REFINERY, Venezuela. Jul 2016 – Feb 2017
Management level: Console Operator
Facilities: HMU / DHT / ARU / HDS / SWS / TANK FARM / TGTU / FLARE Technologies: SHELL / HONEYWELL-TDC 3000
Monitored and controlled processes and production in the Hydro Desulfurization Complex. Prepared daily performance summaries to monitor the plant by assessing laboratory test reports, standard log sheets and other daily operating reports, and highlighted abnormalities and suggested corrective actions to plant supervision. Ensured the standard operation of the plant within designed parameters during normal operation, startups, and emergency shutdowns.
Achievements
Guarantee the continuous operation of the unit avoiding operational losses, carrying out predictive and analytical checking of the operational variables, maintaining constant communication with the supervisory and field personnel.
Tasks:
Direct the control room operations to ensure consistent quality productions.
Supported supervisor who performing safety walk, permit audits when and where required.
Support supervisor in organizing maintenance planned activities as instructed in daily plan issued by head of operation. Track lab samples.
Ensure compliance of healthy, safety, environment, and work permit policies. Maintain shift log.
Reviews process procedures and practices and makes recommendations for amendments and improvements.
Worked closely with other departments and employees.
Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) CRP – Cardon Refinery, Venezuela. Apr 2014 – Jun 2016
Management level : Plant Supervisor – (Work Permit’s Issuer & Maintenance Coordinator)
Facilities: HMU / DHT / ARU / HDS / SWS / TANK FARM / TGTU / FLARE Technology: SHELL
Supervised the personnel and daily safe operation of the equipment installed in the Hydro Desulfurization Complex comprised of Hydro Desulfurization for UVGO (HDS), Sour Water Stripping (SWS), Hydrogen Manufacturing Unit (HMU), Amine Regeneration Unit (ARU), Tail Gas Treatment Unit (TGTU), Diesel Hydro Treatment Unit (DHT), and associated flare and tank farm (8 tanks for desulfurized diesel storage, 3 tons capacity each). Reported and kept under control the flare emissions, following the environmental rules of the company and the country. Followed the schedule of activities planned for maintenance and sampling. Shared and discussed operational status of equipment with process engineering to set up strategies to address main operational concerns and performance.
Achievements
Support and supervise the activities to be carried out using work permits and their risk analysis to avoid accidents, participate as Safety trainer for new manpower (Electrical / Mechanics / Operations / Instrument), provides operational induction to fresh manpower / internship (from university).
Tasks:
PTW Issuer / Risk Analysis (JSA) / LOTO
Ensures proper co-ordination of all works to be carried out.
Conduct Pre Safety Start Review
Check of the permits, supporting documents and certificates.
Request Safety training for the Staff
Participates in monitoring, auditing, and assurance activities.
Participates to the PTW coordination daily meeting.
Keep Close Communication with Maintenance Department
Supervised the preparations for scheduled turnarounds and signed work permits for day-to-day operation.
Inspect / Report and request according to their condition, SCBA, Foam Hose Reel Station (HRS), Fire Hydrants and Firewater Monitors and safety showers.
Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) CRP – Cardon Refinery, Venezuela. Feb 2011 – Mar 2014
Management level : Process Operator
Facilities: HMU / DHT / ARU / HDS / SWS / TANK FARM / TGTU / FLARE Technology: SHELL
Carried out direct operation of the plants associated to the Hydro Desulfurization Complex, comprised of the afore said facilities. Performed the jobs according to the maintenance planning described in the SOPs. Monitored the operational variables to ensure the safe and reliable process continuity to achieve the products specification and physical integrity of the equipment and coworkers.
Achievements
Support the safe development of routine operation and control activities of the unit without accidents or major mechanical failures.
Tasks:
Assist at supervisor on PTW issue
Supported supervisor who performing safety walk, permit audits when and where required.
Assisted panel operator to perform daily activities. Monitored DCS panel parameters and logs results, taken corrective measures for resolution of detected abnormalities. Prepared notifications and work orders
Read and understood all area operator log book and reported to supervisor for any critical issues
Made sure every day the Field operator are checked all the safety devices /safety showers/ SCBA / Escape sets
rectified any field problem which really need shift supervisor assistance
Prepared chemical inventory and updated in the chemical data base
Checked all handheld radio and reported to supervisor if any faulty radio needs to be repaired
Prepared notifications and coordinate with maintenance for plant operations issue
Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) CRP – CARDON REFINERY, Venezuela. Feb 2003 – Jan 2011
Management level : Process Operator
Facilities: NHT / PLT / CCR Technology: UOP
Carried-out direct operation of the plants associated to the Naphtha Catalytic Reforming Complex (comprised of Naphtha Hydrotreater Unit (NHT), Naphtha Splitter Section, Platforming Process Unit (PLT) with REC PLUS, and Continuous Catalyst Regeneration (CCR) complying with safety standards and operational procedures to ensure the safe and reliable process continuity to achieve the products specification and physical integrity of the equipment and coworkers.
Achievements
Support the safe development of routine operation and control activities of the unit without accidents or major mechanical failures.
Tasks:
Assist at supervisor on PTW issue
Supported supervisor who performing safety walk, permit audits when and where required
Assisted panel operator to perform daily activities. Monitored DCS panel parameters and logs results, taken corrective measures for resolution of detected abnormalities. Prepared notifications and work orders
Read and understood all area operator log book and reported to supervisor for any critical issues
Made sure every day the Field operator are checked all the safety devices /safety showers/ SCBA / Escape sets
rectified any field problem which really need shift supervisor assistance
Prepared chemical inventory and updated in the chemical data base
Checked all handheld radio and reported to supervisor if any faulty radio needs to be repaired
Prepared notifications and coordinate with maintenance for plant operations issue
Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) CRP – CARDON REFINERY, Venezuela. Aug 2002 – Dec 2002
Management level : Operations Support Technician
Facilities: NHT / PLT / CCR Technology: UOP
Removes defective instruments from system, decontaminates, disassembles, and cleans instruments, and replaces defective parts, using hand tools, Inspects, tests, adjusts, and repairs electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control the operations in refinery process, inspects meters, indicators, and gauges to detect abnormal fluctuations.
Achievements
Develop with safe, the daily activities of checking / calibration and instrumentation of the unit, make proper use of safety equipment, attend safety meetings and professional growth.
Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) CRP – AMUAY REFINERY, Venezuela. Feb 1998 – Jul 1998
Management level : Operations Technicians – INTERNSHIPS
Facilities: CDU (Unit 1 & Unit 2 / Unit 3 & Unit 4 / Unit 5)
Familiarization with the type of instrumentation used in a distillation unit, familiarization with toxic materials and how to handle them safely using protection methods, valve calibration practices, trim replacement, calibration of level gauges using standard samples, development of Weekly activities.
Achievements
deepen the knowledge of instrumentation and control, its importance in refining units, knowledge about the importance of preventive maintenance was strengthened.
ACADEMIC & CONTINUING EDUCATION
BSc. Computers Science – Software Developer. Instituto Universitario de Tecnología Antonio José de Sucre (2008) – Completed Mechanical Engineering, Universidad Nacional Experimental Francisco de Miranda (UNEFM) (2005) – Completed 6 out of 10 semesters Has taken education courses ( Technical & Supervision ) including:
-Instruments - Occupational Certification - “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” August 2002
-H2S - Occupational hazard talks safety, health. – “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” SEPT 2003
-Safety at confined spaces – “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” OCT 2003
-Exposure to Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) – “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” NOV 2003”
-Refinery Operator certificate - CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” MAY 2005
-Prevention and control of emergency “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” FEB 2006
-Security based on performance. - CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” AUG 2006
-Study techniques and habits – “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” OCT 2006”
-Effective communication – “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” OCT 2006”
-Principles and values – “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” JAN 2007”
-Safe Work Practices - “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” JAN 2007”
-Analysis of safety at work - “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” MARCH 2007”
-Training equipment high performance - “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” MARCH 2007”
-Operational discipline - “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” MARCH 2007”
-Achievement motivation and teamwork - “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” AUG 2011”
-Contingency Plans Design - “CIED PDVSA Occupational & Formation Training Centre” OCT 2012”
-AXENS CCR Process Technology (Petrorabigh Training Center / Rabigh – Saudi Arabia, Aug 2017)
-HONEYWELL PSA POLYBED Technology (Petrorabigh Training Center / Rabigh – Saudi Arabia, NOV 2017)
LANGUAGES
Spanish (Native)
English (Speaks, writes, and reads fluently)
JOB REFERENCES
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Linkedin Links
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Vincent Duinkerk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentduinkerk/
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-chirinos-58256b8b/
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramon-antonio-garcia-801a1231/
Shift Supervisor -PDVSA
Rodolfo Corona
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodolfo-corona-05283314/
Senior Hydro cracker – MAB Ref
Edward Rawls
https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-rawls-60bb1658/
Team Leader – MAB Ref Kuwait
Daniel Urdaneta
https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-urdaneta-riera-537b7285/
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