O. Amurudeen
Fahaheel
Summary
Detail-oriented Coating/Painting Engineer with over 10 years of experience managing coating and painting operations in the oil and gas and industrial sectors. Proven expertise in surface preparation, material selection, and quality control ensures compliance with industry standards and HSE regulations. Strong collaborator with engineering and construction teams, consistently driving project success through effective communication and strategic problem-solving. Committed to delivering high-quality results while enhancing operational efficiency and safety standards.
Overview
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Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior QA / QC Coating Inspector
Alghanim Industries
Ahmadi, Kuwait
04.2008 - Current
- Understand and interpret client specifications, international standards (SSPC, NACE/AMPP, ISO), and project requirements.
- Specify surface preparation standards (e.g., SSPC-SP10, ISO 8501-1 Sa 2.5).
- Develop or review painting procedures and coating systems based on environmental exposure, substrate type, and service life expectations.
- Maintain appropriate coating systems (e.g., epoxy, polyurethane, zinc-rich primers) based on operating environment.
- Ensure compliance with DFT (Dry Film Thickness), WFT (Wet Film Thickness), and recoat intervals.
- Conduct or supervise visual inspections, holiday testing, adhesion tests, etc.
- Verify that coating activities align with client and regulatory expectations.
- Identify and resolve issues like paint peeling, cracking, under film corrosion, etc.
- Supervised visual inspections, holiday testing, adhesion tests to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Create coating/painting work plans, method statements, and schedules asper company procedure and specification.
- Coordinate with procurement for approved paint materials, tools, and equipment.
- Trained applicators and team members on best practices and safety measures to enhance operational safety and efficiency.
- Train applicators and team members on best practices and safety measures.
- Implement safety protocols related to paint fumes, flammability, PPE, and confined space work.
- Monitor proper storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Maintain records of paint batch numbers, certifications, and inspection reports.
- Maintain and submit inspection reports, NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports), and progress updates.
- Collaborate with project managers, QA/QC inspectors, fabricators, and applicators.
- Collaborated with team members to successfully complete large-scale inspection projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines and specifications.
- Oversaw multiple inspection tasks to ensure timely completion simultaneously, maintaining excellent organization skills.
- Supported colleagues on complex cases sharing expert knowledge and experience.
- Promoted adherence to fire safety regulations through meticulous inspections of commercial buildings.
- Delivered high-quality service to clients through consistent attention detail during inspections.
- Ensured proper maintenance standards by performing routine equipment checks.
- Scheduled inspection activities and arranged required instruments.
- Reduced painting rework by 99% through improved quality control measures and thorough inspection protocols.
- Successfully managed and completed ARAMCO KOC, QE projects with zero defects.
- Provided updates on site progress to project manager on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
Senior QA / QC Mechanical Inspector
Alghanim Industries
04.2008 - Current
- Executed various projects to drive operational efficiency.
- Conducted detailed inspections of mechanical components to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Evaluated and documented inspection results, identifying areas for improvement in manufacturing processes.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve technical issues and enhance product quality.
Coating Inspector
KOC Booster station – 171
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Constructed oil booster station in west Kuwait to enhance regional oil distribution.
- Conducted thorough inspections of coating applications to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Evaluated surface preparation techniques, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring optimal adhesion.
- Monitored environmental conditions during coating processes to maintain quality and prevent defects.
Welding Inspector
Shuaiba power plant
10.2012 - 07.2014
- Revamped and installed static equipment as part of a project to enhance operational efficiency.
- Inspected welding processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Evaluated weld quality using visual and non-destructive testing methods.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve discrepancies in welding procedures.
QA / QC Mechanical Inspector
SVL Engineering Industries (P) LTD
India
05.2005 - 04.2007
- Operated fur recovery unit in steel fabrication and coating facility.
- Inspected mechanical assemblies for compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards.
- Conducted thorough assessments of production processes to identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
Mechanical Inspector
SPIC – SMO Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation LTD
India
01.2002 - 12.2004
- Installed and commissioned boilers at various sites.
- Conducted thorough inspections of mechanical components to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to identify and resolve quality assurance issues in production processes.
- Developed and implemented inspection protocols that enhanced accuracy and efficiency of testing procedures.
QC Inspector
Petron Engineering Construction LTD
India
12.1998 - 12.2001
- Managed refinery capacity upgrading project by coordinating teams and resources.
- Conducted thorough inspections of materials and equipment to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Evaluated production processes, identifying areas for improvement in efficiency and accuracy.
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures to enhance product reliability.
Education
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical
Bharat University
Tamil Nadu05-2003
Skills
- Welding Inspection
- Coating system evaluation
- Corrosion prevention strategies
- Quality assurance auditing
- Diplomatic communication
- Coating inspection standards
- Safety oversight
- Surveillance monitoring
- Product knowledge
- Team Leadership
- Communicative diplomacy
LANGUAGES
Arabic: Manageable
English: Excellent
Hindi: Good
Tamil: Excellent
Malayalam: Good
Certification
- BGAS Coating Inspector, Grade 2, 358681/2, 02/29/29
- TWI Welding Inspector, CSWIP 3.1, 587113, 04/29/29
- Thermal Insulation Inspector, UA8125504
- KOC Approved Coating Inspector, CTG No: 3905, 10/27
- QATAR ENERGY Approved Coating Inspector, GC23104000/RLLPGPB-5
- CQI & IRCA Approved QMS Internal Auditor ISO9001:2015
- OIL & GAS QA/QC Piping, 2019/TCS/0054
- ASNT NDT Inspector RT, MT,PT,UT,RTFI -level II, 05/26
Timeline
Coating Inspector
KOC Booster station – 171
09.2014 - 08.2017
Welding Inspector
Shuaiba power plant
10.2012 - 07.2014
Senior QA / QC Coating Inspector
Alghanim Industries
04.2008 - Current
Senior QA / QC Mechanical Inspector
Alghanim Industries
04.2008 - Current
QA / QC Mechanical Inspector
SVL Engineering Industries (P) LTD
05.2005 - 04.2007
Mechanical Inspector
SPIC – SMO Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation LTD
01.2002 - 12.2004
QC Inspector
Petron Engineering Construction LTD
12.1998 - 12.2001
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical
Bharat University