Refractory QC Inspector, API 936 certified
Resume:
AKHIL GEORGE
REFRACTORY INSPECTOR (API *** CERTIFIED)
Work Experience : 16 Years
Contact No. : +91-638*-***-***
Email : *********@****.***
Current LocaƟon : Russia
NaƟonality : India
Professional Summary:
- Refractory Inspector with 16 years of comprehensive experience across Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Power plants, FerƟlizers, Steel & cement industries at boilers, heaters, furnaces, kilns, reformers, incinerators, reactors, stack lining, and other high-temperature units.
- Skilled in Supervising and inspecƟng all refractory applicaƟons including casƟng, gunning, ramming, brick lining, ceramic fiber lining, module installaƟon and anchoring systems.
- Expert in performing material sampling, applicator pre-qualificaƟon test (APQ), Material InspecƟon and its tesƟng, dimensional inspecƟons, monitoring curing and dry-out procedures for opƟmal refractory performance.
- Skilled in preparing as-found InspecƟon reports, repair recommendaƟon reports, as-built drawings (in AutoCAD), InspecƟon Test Plan (ITP), Method Statement, detailed installaƟon guideline/procedure, inspecƟon checklists, material traceability documents, QC Dossiers and Non-Conformance Reports (NCR).
- Highly recognized for quality-focused execuƟon, aƩenƟon to detail, problem-solving skills, and delivering zero-defect refractory installaƟons during shutdowns, turnarounds, and new construcƟon projects. EducaƟon QualificaƟon:
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, 2008 - 2010
Anna University, Tamil Nadu, India
Technical QualificaƟon:
API 936 - Refractory Personnel, CerƟficaƟon #: 111413, Valid Ɵll: 31 May 2029 Work History:
PosiƟon : API 936 Refractory Inspector & Supervisor Company : InsulaƟon Korea Co. Ltd
Sub Contractor : CC7, a subsidiary of China NaƟonal Chemical Engineering Co. Ltd (CNCEC) DuraƟon : Mar 2026 - At present (Short-term contract) Client : BalƟc Chemical Complex, Ust-Luga, Kingiseppsky, Russia AcƟvity : Refractory Project - 07 Nos of Ethane Cracking Furnace, Phase - I Materials used : InsulaƟon boards, InsulaƟon Fire Bricks, Castables, ceramic blankets, Pyro bloc and Pyro folded modules etc.
ResponsibiliƟes :
Conduct mock up test and Applicator QualificaƟon Test.
Train the workers on installaƟon techniques and quality issues that may arise.
Conduct the material receiving inspecƟon, in-progress and final inspecƟons.
Modify the designs if drawings need correcƟons or site-based changes.
Prepare detailed drawings and modificaƟons on AutoCAD for the updated designs.
Supervise the subcontractor acƟviƟes and aƩend meeƟngs with them to ensure proper execuƟon planning on a daily basis.
Monitor the installaƟon acƟviƟes to ensure the quality of work.
Providing technical guidance and troubleshooƟng during refractory installaƟon. PosiƟon : QA/QC Inspector - InsulaƟon & Refractory Company : QCON (Qatar Engineering & ConstrucƟon Company), Qatar DuraƟon : Dec 2025 - Feb 2026 (02 Months)
Client : NGL-1, Qatar Energy, Mesaieed
AcƟvity : Refractory & InsulaƟon shutdown for NGL - 1 & MEROX Plant Materials used : For Refractory (Hot Oil Heaters): LW & MW Castables, High Density Fired Bricks, Ceramic Blankets, etc.
For InsulaƟon: Mineral Wool, Cellular Glass, Glass Wool, Polyisocyanurate (PIR), etc. ResponsibiliƟes :
Inspect and verify insulaƟon and refractory materials as per approved specificaƟons, drawings, and ITPs.
Monitor installaƟon acƟviƟes to ensure compliance with project standards, codes, and client requirements.
Conduct pre-installaƟon, in-process, and final inspecƟons for insulaƟon and refractory works.
Prepare and maintain QA/QC documentaƟon, including inspecƟon reports, checklists, MIRs, and test records.
Monitor storage, handling, and protecƟon of insulaƟon and refractory materials at site.
Maintain inspecƟon status tagging and traceability for materials and completed works. PosiƟon : Refractory QA/QC Engineer
Company : HEISCO, Kuwait
DuraƟon : Sept 2025 - Nov 2025 (02 Months)
Vendor : Morgan Thermal Ceramics
Client : EQUATE Petroleum Company, Shuaiba Industrial, Kuwait AcƟvity : Refractory shutdown - Ethane Cracking Furnace # 4 (EU -1 Area) Materials used : Pyro bloc modules - M & T bar type, Ceramic blankets, Cera boards, micro-porous board InsulaƟon & High density Fired bricks, etc.
ResponsibiliƟes :
Conduct mock-up tests for pyro bloc modules, back-up layer boards and bricks.
Conduct trade test for the brick layers and module fixers to evaluate their skill level and efficiency.
Conduct the material receiving inspecƟon.
Verify the installaƟon methods during and aŌer the applicaƟon are followed as per Client’s procedure.
Supervise and guide the installers in proper refractory installaƟon techniques.
Prepare accurate as-built drawings and final QC dossier aŌer compleƟon of the refractory work. PosiƟon : QA/QC Inspector - Refractory
Company : KAEFER Qatar LLC, Qatar
DuraƟon : May 2025 to July 2025 (03 Months)
Vendor : Morgan Thermal Ceramics
Client : Samsung Engineering & CTCI
Work Site : Ras Laffan Petrochemicals Project (RLPP), Qatar Energy, Ras Laffan, Qatar AcƟvity : Refractory Project - 07 Nos of Ethylene Cracking Furnace Materials used : Superwool board, IF & HDF Bricks, InsulaƟon & Dense Castables, ceramic blankets, Pyro bloc modules etc.
ResponsibiliƟes :
Performed refractory inspecƟons as per API 936 and project specs.
Conducted applicator pre-qualificaƟon tests.
Verified material quality, storage, and sampling.
Prepared daily reports, checklists, and QA/QC documents.
Supervised refractory casƟng, brick lining, pyro bloc modules and ceramic fiber installaƟon. PosiƟon : Refractory API Inspector
Company : KAEFER Qatar LLC, Qatar
DuraƟon : Apr 2025 to May 2025 (02 Months)
Vendor : Thyssenkrupp Uhde
Client : QAFCO (Qatar FerƟliser Company), Mesaieed, Qatar AcƟvity : Refractory shutdown - Primary Reformer (Ammonia 3) Materials used : Dense & InsulaƟon bricks, Ceramic blankets, Ceramic boards, Pyro bloc modules, insulaƟon castables, Donut bricks, etc.
ResponsibiliƟes :
Verified BOM and BOQ against engineering drawings and specificaƟons.
Inspected materials batch numbers, expiry dates, packaging, and MTC compliance.
Prepared and maintained QC documentaƟon, including inspecƟon records, test reports, and daily logs.
Monitored refractory installaƟon and ensured compliance with quality standards.
Conducted inspecƟons at all stages of work execuƟon. PosiƟon : QC Inspector - Refractory
Company : Harris Pye Gulf LLC, Sharjah, UAE
DuraƟon : Feb 2025 to Mar 2025 (02 Months)
Client : ADNOC Gas, Das Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE
AcƟvity : Refractory shutdown - Steam Boiler, Train 1(UƟlity area) Materials used : Dense castables, Ceramic blanket, Ceramic Paper, Dense bricks, etc. ResponsibiliƟes :
Conducted iniƟal inspecƟon of exisƟng refractory, and prepared observaƟon and recommendaƟon reports.
Developed and implemented ITPs and inspecƟon checklists.
Performed material inspecƟons and monitored each stage of installaƟon.
Supervised refractory demoliƟon and installaƟon acƟviƟes.
Ensured all works followed as per the approved MOS, drawings, and specificaƟons.
Maintained complete QA/QC records, reports, and final dossiers. PosiƟon : QC Engineer - Refractory
Company : ISCO - Integral Services Company W.L.L, Kuwait DuraƟon : Dec 2024 to Jan 2025 (02 Months)
Vendor : Morgan Thermal Ceramics
Client : EQUATE Petroleum Company, Shuaiba Industrial, Kuwait AcƟvity : Refractory shutdown - Ethane Cracking Furnace (EU -1 Area) Materials used : Pyro bloc modules - M & T bar type, InsulaƟon castable, Ceramic blankets, Cera boards, Microporous board, InsulaƟon & High density Fired bricks, etc. ResponsibiliƟes :
Conducted mock-up tests for pyro bloc modules, back-up layer boards and bricks.
Prepared and maintained inspecƟon reports.
Verified installaƟon methods during and aŌer applicaƟon.
Performed hammer tests on castables aŌer curing.
Maintained records for quality dossiers and project handover documentaƟon.
Reviewed lab test results and verified them against material data sheets. PosiƟon : QA/QC Inspector - Refractory
Company : KAEFER Qatar LLC, Qatar
DuraƟon : Oct 2024 to Nov 2024 (1.5 Months)
Vendor : Morgan Thermal Ceramics
Client : QAFCO (Qatar FerƟliser Company), Mesaieed, Qatar AcƟvity : Refractory shutdown - Primary Reformer (Ammonia – 1) Materials used : Dense & InsulaƟon bricks, InsulaƟon castable, Ceramic felt, Ceramic blankets, Ceramic boards, etc.
ResponsibiliƟes :
Conducted iniƟal and receiving inspecƟons of refractory materials.
Checked shell plate horizontality and verƟcality prior to lining installaƟon.
Verified the installaƟon methods, anchor layout, and material handling procedures were followed correctly.
Verified that installed linings meet the specificaƟon standards.
Ensured expansion joints were maintained as per approved drawings.
Performed stage-wise inspecƟons and prepared corresponding inspecƟon reports. PosiƟon : Refractory Inspector
Company : SAIPEM, Angola, West Africa
DuraƟon : Apr 2024 to Sept 2024 (05 Months)
Client : CHEVRON
Work Site : Cabinda Oil Refinery, Cabinda, Angola
AcƟvity : Refractory Shutdown for Fired Heaters
Materials used : InsulaƟon and dense castable, Ceramic paper, Ceramic blankets, Dense bricks, etc. ResponsibiliƟes :
Conducted Applicator pre-qualificaƟon tests for gunning and casƟng. prior to field execuƟon.
Maintained detailed inspecƟon reports at every stage of work.
Verified laboratory test results of refractory specimens against manufacturer’s material data sheets.
Prepared and submiƩed complete QA/QC dossiers for refractory works upon job compleƟon. PosiƟon : Refractory QC Inspector
Company : CAPE EAST & PARTNERS LLC, Oman
DuraƟon : Feb 2024 to Mar 2024 (02 Months)
Client : VALE PelleƟzing Company, Sohar, Oman
AcƟvity : Refractory shutdown - Rotary Kiln, Annular Cooler, Preheater and ConnecƟng duct Materials used : Dense & InsulaƟon castable, Dense bricks, SS fiber needles, Anchor bricks, Ceramic paper, blankets and boards, etc.
ResponsibiliƟes :
Inspected refractory anchors, bricks, and castables as per the BOM.
Checked shuƩering/foam work before pouring refractory castables.
Conducted visual inspecƟon and bend test of anchor welds.
Verified anchorage paƩern and installaƟon as per approved drawings.
Maintained inspecƟon records for all key acƟviƟes.
Performed final visual inspecƟon and hammer tesƟng of completed refractory lining.
Submission of QC Dossier at the end of the contract. PosiƟon : Project Engineer cum QC Inspector - Refractory Company : FAISAL S. AL-NAIMI CONTRACTING LTD, Al-Jubail, Saudi Arabia DuraƟon : Oct 2022 to Dec 2023 (1.2 Years)
Client & AcƟvity :
Saudi Aramco : Burn Pit Refractory Maintenance - Hawiyah, Haradh & Uthmaniyah (June - Dec 2023)
Saudi Aramco : SRU ReacƟon Furnace Refractory shutdown at Wasit Gas Plant (May 2023 - Jun 2023)
SADARA : Refractory Maintenance AcƟviƟes - Steam Boilers (Nov 2022 - Apr 2023) ResponsibiliƟes :
Supervised refractory maintenance and shutdown acƟviƟes across mulƟple plants and client sites.
Conducted material inspecƟons and ensured compliance with technical specificaƟons and project drawings.
Oversaw demoliƟon, surface preparaƟon, and installaƟon of refractory materials including castables, bricks, ceramic fiber, and anchors.
Carried out stage-wise inspecƟons and maintained detailed QA/QC documentaƟon.
Coordinated with site teams and client inspectors for quality approvals and progress updates.
Performed final inspecƟons and submiƩed project compleƟon reports and QC dossiers. PosiƟon : Project Engineer & QC - Refractory, InsulaƟon & Fireproofing Company : EXPERTISE CONTRACTING COMPANY, Al-Jubail, Saudi Arabia DuraƟon : Sept 2019 to Sept 2022 (03 Years)
Client & AcƟvity :
SABIC, Jubail : InsulaƟon Maintenance (May 2022 - Aug 2022)
ADDAR Chemicals : Refractory shutdown - Sulphur Pit & Drums (Mar 2022 - Apr 2022)
UNITED, SABIC : InsulaƟon EG1 Turn Around (Jan 2022 - Mar 2022)
SABIC, Jubail : InsulaƟon Maintenance (Feb 2021 - Dec 2021)
Shedgum Aramco : Refractory shutdown - Waste Gas Boiler (Jan 2021 - Feb 2021)
Yanbu Aramco : Refractory shutdown - Heat Exchangers (Oct 2020 - Dec 2020)
APCC : Refractory shutdown - Catofin Reactors (Sept 2020 - Oct 2020)
SIPCHEM : Refractory & InsulaƟon shutdown - Combustor (Jul 2020 - Aug 2020)
Riyadh Aramco : Refractory shutdown - Heaters (Mar 2020 - Jul 2020)
SATORP : Refractory shutdown for Coker Fired Heaters (Nov 2019 - Feb 2020)
SASREF : InsulaƟon & Refractory Turn Around (Oct 2019 - Nov 2019) ResponsibiliƟes :
Managed and supervised Refractory, InsulaƟon and Fireproofing shutdown and maintenance acƟviƟes across mulƟple client faciliƟes.
Ensured all acƟviƟes were performed as per approved ITPs, procedures, drawings, and internaƟonal standards.
AƩended the progress meeƟngs with client on daily/weekly basis.
Worked closely with planning and execuƟon teams to meet shutdown schedules and reduce downƟme.
Prepared and submiƩed close-out reports, material reconciliaƟons, and as-built documentaƟon.
Prepared & maintained full QA/QC documentaƟon including checklists, inspecƟon reports, and final project dossiers.
PosiƟon : Site Engineer/QC Inspector - Refractory
Company : CAPE / ALTRAD RB HILTON, Al-Jubail, Saudi Arabia DuraƟon : Jan 2014 to May 2019 (5.4 Years)
Client & AcƟvity :
SADARA : Refractory maintenance & shutdown (Jan 2019 - Apr 2019)
IBN SINA, SABIC : Refractory shutdown - Primary Reformer (Sept 2018 - Oct 2018)
SADARA : Refractory maintenance & shutdowns (Apr 2017 - Aug 2018)
UNITED, SABIC : Refractory shutdown - Steam Cracking Furnace (Feb 2017 - Mar 2017)
KEMYA, SABIC : Refractory shutdown - Steam & Gas Cracking Furnace (Jan 2017 - Jan 2017)
WASIT, ARAMCO : Refractory shutdown - Sulphur Pit (Sept 2016 to Dec 2016)
TASNEE : Refractory shutdown - Fired Heaters (May 2016 to July 2016)
ARRAZI, SABIC : Refractory shutdown - Primary Reformer (Mar 2016 to Apr 2016)
Khursaniyah, Aramco : Refractory shutdown - Thermal Oxidizer (Dec 2015 - Feb 2016)
SHARQ, SABIC : Refractory shutdown - Ethylene Cracking Furnace (Oct 2014 - Nov 2015)
Rastanura, Aramco : Refractory shutdown - ReacƟon Furnace (July 2015 - Sept 2015)
Petrokemya, SABIC : Refractory shutdown - Steam Boiler (Apr 2015 - June 2015)
HADEED, SABIC : Refractory shutdown - Direct ReducƟon Furnace, Module D (Feb 2015 - Mar 2015)
SHARQ, SABIC : Refractory maintenance - Furnaces, Boilers & Incinerators (July 2014 - Jan 2015)
MAADEN Aluminum : Refractory Project - Aluminum CalcinaƟon (Feb 2014 - Jun 2014) ResponsibiliƟes :
Supervised and executed refractory shutdown, maintenance and project works in various equipment.
Supported shutdown planning and scheduling to ensure Ɵmely compleƟon of all refractory acƟviƟes.
Monitored site operaƟons, tracked work progress, and addressed any delays or deviaƟons.
EsƟmated material and manpower requirements to control costs and prevent project losses.
PreparaƟon and submission of technical proposal for Refractory, InsulaƟon, Fireproofing. PosiƟon : Welding Inspector
Company : G.R. ENGINEERING PRIVATE LIMITED, India
DuraƟon : May 2011 to Jan 2014 (2.8 Years)
Client : MRPL - Mangalore Refinery & Petrochemicals Limited (Mangalore, Karnataka, India) AcƟvity : Project - Mounted LPG Storage System
ResponsibiliƟes :
Conducted visual inspecƟon of materials as per client and supplier specificaƟons.
Maintained detailed inspecƟon records in accordance with QA/QC procedures.
Performed fit-up and dimensional inspecƟons based on drawings and specificaƟons.
Prepared welder qualificaƟon test records and verified equipment calibraƟon and condiƟon.
Conducted visual inspecƟon of materials as per client and supplier specificaƟons.
Verified piping installaƟon and spool fit-ups against P&IDs and isometric drawings. PosiƟon : Mechanical QC Inspector
Company : DOMECH FABRICATORS PRIVATE LIMITED, India DuraƟon : May 2010 to Nov 2010 (06 Months)
Vendor : THERMAX Ltd.
Client : GGSR - HMEL's Guru Gobind Singh Petroleum Refinery, Bathinda, Punjab, India AcƟvity : Project - Steam Boiler & Heater
ResponsibiliƟes :
Maintained all necessary paperwork for the welding procedure and the qualificaƟons required to perform it.
Review of InspecƟon reports, ITPs and WPS & WPQR, welder ID.
FabricaƟon and ConstrucƟon InspecƟon of Piping, Mechanical Equipment’s
Supervise in the installaƟon/erecƟon of spools and piping as per approved drawings. Skills:
Strong experƟse in cost esƟmaƟon, proposal preparaƟon and technical bid documentaƟon.
ExperƟse in operaƟng Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, draŌing formal correspondence and reports.
Solid knowledge in developing technical documents, specificaƟons, and QC procedures.
Talented to read the engineering drawings and specificaƟons.
Proficiency in visual inspecƟon and other relevant techniques for assessing refractory linings.
Knowledge of proper installaƟon methods of various refractory materials and anchoring systems.
Ability to conduct and interpret results from material qualificaƟon tesƟng and as-installed tesƟng.
Knowledge of appropriate repair methods for different types of refractory damage. Training CerƟficates:
OPITO - BOSIET with EBS
CerƟficate No. : OPITOzh4umimiq8
Expiry date : 18 Jan 2028
Personal Details:
Gender : Male
Date of Birth : 22 March 1991
Language known : Malayalam - Reading, WriƟng & Speaking English - Reading, WriƟng & Speaking
Hindi - Reading, WriƟng & Speaking
Tamil - Speaking only
NaƟonality : India
Passport Details:
Passport No : V6097809
Date of Issue : 10/05/2021
Date of Expiry : 09/05/2031
Place of Issue : RIYADH
DeclaraƟon:
I hereby stated above that all the informaƟon is accurate to the best of my beliefs, and I take full responsibility for the correctness of the informaƟon.
Place: Russia AKHIL GEORGE
Date: 21 May 2026
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