MANU VARGHESE
MANGAF,KUWAIT
Summary
Experienced Plant Engineer with knack for problem-solving and delivering practical solutions. Skilled in optimizing plant operations, reducing downtime, and enhancing system reliability. Successfully led multiple projects that improved efficiency and safety standards, resulting in significant cost savings and operational improvements. Have Seven years of experience in Plant operation, Maintenance, Health & safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical lead engineer
KLAMOR
Kuwait City, Al Asimah
03.2023 - 03.2025
- Authorized by KOC as Permit applicant for Greenfield work activities
- Experienced in bio pad preparation, tilling and irrigation of bio piles using windrow turners
- Oversaw installation of soil washing plant processing 100 Tph of contaminated soil
- Worked along with CDE for troubleshooting and optimization during soil washing plant operations
- Experienced in operation and maintenance of soil washing plant treating above 7% TPH of contaminated soil to remediation standard of between 1% TPH
- Achieved treating of 1500 ton of above 7% TPH contaminated soil in single day
- Collaborated with various chemist for trial of surfactants and polymers
- Regularly communicated with upper management about progress; kept them informed about any challenges faced by operation team.
- Monitored team performance, providing constructive feedback when necessary.
- Lead daily operations meetings to increase communication and collaboration.
- Trained new team members, ensuring consistent performance standards.
- Improved workplace safety to reduce accidents and near-misses..
- Dealt with emergency breakdowns swiftly, reducing production interruptions.
- Monitored and controlled inventory levels for spare parts for optimal stock levels.
PROJECT ENGINEER
ARIES MARINE ENGINEERING
ODISHA, INDIA
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Coordinated with clients for site visits, preplanning of job and allotting competent personal for job.
- Inspected rope access equipment's like wire sling, tape sling, body harness, descender, ASAP, pulleys.
- Audited daily inspection checklist for rope access equipment's and maintained inspection records.
- Conducted severity audit to found out compliance and non-compliance with safety standards.
- Supervised NDT inspection of Coke gas pipeline in coke plant and storage bin inspection.
- Prepared detailed job summary and submitted to client for billing purpose
- Completed projects within stipulated timelines whilst maintaining rigorous quality standards.
- Implemented strict safety regulations, securing safe working environment for all staff members.
- Allocated resources effectively, ensuring maximum utilization without any wastage or shortages.
- Developed bespoke solutions for complex client requirements, demonstrating innovation and problem-solving skills.
- Visited sites to check project progress and eliminate bottlenecks.
- Checked client requirements and generated solutions from identified needs.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to minimize accidents and injury.
- Accompanied with client and project in charge for safety line walks
SAFETY OFFICER
KAYANI HOLDINGS
KOCHI, INDIA
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Maintained detailed records of all safety-related incidents, providing valuable data for future reference.
- Coordinated various drills regularly for enhanced preparedness of staff.
- Provided comprehensive training to staff, promoting safety conscious work culture.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments for minimized workplace hazards.
- Liaised with external auditors to maintain high standards of safety practices.
- Identified potential hazards through regular site inspections, resulting in improved working conditions.
- Ensured availability of first aid supplies at all times for immediate response to injuries.
- Organized toolbox talks and site safety meetings.
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine causes, making recommendations for corrective action.
- Managed employee satisfaction and wellbeing through health and safety programs
- Coordinated with supervisors in identifying and resolving various safety issues during construction
- Confirmed that risk controls were implemented, and risk is eliminated for construction project
- Inspected machineries and power tools within site and preparing daily checklist of that same
- Implemented preventative measures to reduce accidents in workplace.
- Collaborated closely with other departments to incorporate best safety practices across all operations.
- Prepared job safety analysis and risk assessment for jobs
- Trained 20 employees in health and safety procedures, boosting overall compliance.
SITE ENGINEER
HERA AG AMBIENTAL
KUWAIT, Al Asimah
09.2017 - 10.2019
- Supervised land farming, filter cake layering, installation of rain gun, irrigation for bio stimulation of 30000-meter cube filter cake with 10% TPH to remediation standard of .7% TPH
- Experienced in operation and maintenance of soil washing plant treating 40000mg/kg TPH of contaminated soil to remediation standard of between 2500 -5000 mg/kg TPH
- Supervised maintenance of thermal desorption plant treating 80000mg/kg TPH of contaminated soil to remediation standard between 900- 1200mg/kg TPH
- Experienced in installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance of fire tube boiler, feed water system for treatment of contaminated soil
- Observed and interpreted readings on gauges, meter registering various aspects of boiler operation to ensure that boilers are operating properly
- Prepared daily, monthly production and maintenance report of soil washing, thermal desorption plant
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of employee training & third-party certificates
- Taking samples send to lab for testing and verifying test results is up to remediation standard
- Ensured 100% compliance with work permit system and safe system of work
- Aware of Kuwait oil company health and safety standards
Education
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
CALICUT UNIVERSITY
INDIA 06.2012 - 04.2016
Skills
- Process Improvement
- Decision making
- Training and Development
- Plant operation knowledge
- Process automation familiarity
- Team Leadership
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Risk Assessment
Languages
ENGLISH
Advanced (C1)
HINDI
Advanced (C1)
MALAYALAM
Proficient (C2)
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 10/17/93
- Gender: MALE
- Nationality: INDIAN
Certification
- NEBOSH IGC
- IOSH MANAGING SAFELY
- AUTHORIZED GAS TESTER
- FIRST AIDER
Timeline
Technical lead engineer
KLAMOR
03.2023 - 03.2025
PROJECT ENGINEER
ARIES MARINE ENGINEERING
11.2021 - 03.2023
SAFETY OFFICER
KAYANI HOLDINGS
01.2020 - 06.2021
SITE ENGINEER
HERA AG AMBIENTAL
09.2017 - 10.2019
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
CALICUT UNIVERSITY
06.2012 - 04.2016
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