EJIRO MENE
Houston,TX
Summary
Competent process operator with 12 years’ experience in oil and gas companies, specializing in petroleum refinery, Natural Gas Processing and hydrogen production plants. Skilled in field operations, control room management and handling production equipment. Proven ability to work safely and efficiently with multi-cultural teams with minimal supervision. Strong technical report writing, documentation, and general operations supervision.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer 1V.
Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) U.S.
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained custody and security of over 50 inmates through consistent monitoring, achieving zero incidents over an 18-day period.
- Completed inspection reports within 24 hours and promptly addressed identified hazards, maintaining 100% compliance with safety protocols
- Collaborated with a team of ten to implement behavior modification programs, resulting in a 30% decrease in disciplinary incidents among inmates daily.
Professional Development and Industry
Personal Details
06.2021 - 08.2024
- Focused on formalizing work authorization in the U.S. During this time
- Attended the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in 2023 and 2024, engaging in leading oil and gas professionals and organizations such as AIChE
- Earned certifications as a Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Scrum Developer
Console/Control Room Operator
Chevron Nigeria Limited
04.2017 - 06.2021
- Monitored production process variables such as temperatures, pressures, flows and levels on the console using Yokogawa DCS and operated PLC system for 5 years, achieving zero process upsets
- Controlled hydrogen plant with up to 92% throughput, producing 28,000 Nm3/hr.
- Hydrogen products delivered to a refinery
- Identified and reported 11 mismatched valves control issues over an 18-month period, initiated work request using SAP-related operating tool, and ensured timely resolution, contributing to uninterrupted plant operations
- Promptly communicated 3 operational near-miss cases to the team, which were addressed, resulting in cost savings
- Provided training to 15 new operators on standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation techniques
- Collaborated with technical and supervisory personnel to report and resolve 18 conditions affecting safety, efficiency and product quality.
Plant Operator
Chevron Nigeria Limited Gas, Liquid Plant
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Conducted 6 routine inspections of rotating, and fixed equipment daily to identify faults and schedule maintenance which resulted in longer effective runtime prior to turnaround
- Conducted 2 general housekeeping functions daily such as removing spills and organizing supplies
- Led efforts to troubleshoot and resolve 17 complex technical issues using P&IDs, resulting in a 12% reduction in production downtime and improved plant performance
- Developed 6 startups and reviewed 15 startups; along with their shutdown and operating procedures (SOP) as well as job aids that improved efficiency and reduced errors within the gas plant environment
- Sampled 14 liquid and gas products daily for laboratory analysis and adjusted process parameters to meet specifications when necessary
- Monitored pumps and compressors, operating utilities such as lube oil, cooling water and plant air, achieving 100% operational uptime without breakdowns
- Successfully prepared 37 lockout/logout (LOTO) procedures for equipment maintenance process plant
- Ensured a safe working environment daily by consistently following safety guidelines by REG and OSHA, reporting potential hazards promptly
- Participated actively in the safety initiative, HAZOPS audits and MOC reviews, contributing to a 20% reduction in workplace incidents over a 6-month: period
- Accessed 33 JSAs conditions and ensure they address safety of turnaround and routine maintenance tasks
- Processed 48 permits to work and entered quality work order, achieving 100% task completion safely
Field Operator
Prime Atlantic Cegelec
08.2012 - 01.2015
- Identified 43 process control drifts and deviations, promptly addressing them, thereby avoiding a potential plant shutdown
- Collaborated with 4 cross-functional teams to identify and implement improvements in process plant operations
- Coordinated 22 activities with operators for scheduled system startups, shutdowns, and transition.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Petroleum And Gas Processing Technology (HND)
Petroleum Training Institute
Nigeria04.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Petroleum And Gas Processing Engineering Technolog
Petroleum Training Institute
Nigeria11.2005
Skills
- Operational Efficiency
- Attention to details
- Time management
- Strategic planning
- Proficient in Microsoft office
- Process Control System (DCS, PLC)
- Leadership
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
Chevron long service award
Engineering Membership
American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), Member. May 2023 till Date
Nigerian Society of Engineering (NSE), Member. March 2023
The Council for The Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), Member. June 2023
2
Accomplishments
- Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Pre-Service Training Certificate
- October 2024
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) August 2024
- Prime Atlantic Cegelec (PACE) Nigeria August 2012 to January 2015 Vocational Trainee: Obtained 5 OPITO-recognized certificates of qualification in Process Operations and Achievements in Instrumentation Operations, Health, Environment & Safe Electrical Operations, Mechanical Operations Awards and Honors
- Chevron Nigeria Limited Gas to Liquid Plant February 2020
Timeline
Correctional Officer 1V.
Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) U.S.
08.2024 - Current
Professional Development and Industry
Personal Details
06.2021 - 08.2024
Console/Control Room Operator
Chevron Nigeria Limited
04.2017 - 06.2021
Plant Operator
Chevron Nigeria Limited Gas, Liquid Plant
01.2015 - 04.2017
Field Operator
Prime Atlantic Cegelec
08.2012 - 01.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Petroleum And Gas Processing Technology (HND)
Petroleum Training Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Petroleum And Gas Processing Engineering Technolog
Petroleum Training Institute
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