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Jeffrey Eyimisan Amroighoye

Warri,Delta State

Summary

Accomplished Operations Team Lead at Chevron Nigeria Ltd, adept in operational excellence and workforce planning. Expert in enhancing performance, reducing costs by optimizing practices, and leading emergency responses. Skilled in compliance management and employee development, achieving significant operational improvements and safety enhancements. Demonstrates critical thinking and decisive leadership, driving results and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Team Lead

Chevron Nigeria Ltd, Escravos Gas to Liquid, ASU
10.2021 - Current
  • Enhance operational performance and reduce labor expenses by developing and optimizing standard practices
  • Conduct root cause analysis in near misses and incidents to prevent reoccurrence
  • Analyze department metrics and performance and report findings to management
  • Maintain overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Conduct regular reviews of standard operating procedures (SOP) and update procedure to fit for purpose.
  • Represent operations in maintenance and operations planning alignment 3 weeks look ahead meeting
  • Directly Lead company and contract workforce
  • Responsible for and provide work direction to varying numbers of contractors supporting operations activities
  • Responsibilities for goal setting, coaching and feedback as well as career competency development
  • Responsible for overseeing console and field operators’ daily activities to meet daily production metrics
  • Responsible for guiding and counseling operators and console operators
  • Act as mentor for new and junior members of team
  • Plan and coordinate team efforts for control room and field operators
  • Lead team for difficult and complex maintenance tasks
  • Prepare and provide work direction to less experienced field and console operators
  • Handle all normal, upset and emergency plant situations
  • Directs activities and responses during startups, shutdowns and major plant upsets
  • Expert resource in solving unique problems
  • Troubleshoot unusual problems and provide workable solutions
  • Take responsibility and control during emergencies to ensure the safety of people and the plant
  • Effectively and safely take plant or equipment to safe posture during emergencies including shutdowns
  • Discuss production activities and give feedback to management
  • Coordinate the activities of all personnel on shift to ensure safe and stable conditions are maintained
  • Expert at fault finding and recommending solutions to resolve fault
  • Develop and review standard operating procedures (SOP) for normal, startup, shutdown and emergency situations
  • Responsible for the training of plant operators
  • Control maintenance work by ensuring equipment are safely prepared, signing of work permits and ensure clearance for operations is obtained for equipment shutdown and startup
  • Perform safety checks such as level 3 safety audits, Root Cause Analysis, Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), shutdown, system testing in addition to routine checks
  • Identify and correct any unsafe condition or practice
  • Coordinate safety meetings
  • Identify operating problems and deviation through complete plant inspection on regular basis
  • Give authorization to service and maintenance personnel to work on equipment through issuing of work permits
  • Reports both normal and recurring conditions and recommend improvement as appropriate
  • Interface with shift supervisor, console operator, process coordinator, process engineers and maintenance to achieve a harmonious work environment
  • Take responsibility and control during emergencies to ensure the safety of people and the plant
  • Prepares and executes plans and demonstrates leadership behaviors that create a positive culture that are aligned with the Chevron Way and guided by the Tenets of Operational Excellence
  • Troubleshoot unusual process and field equipment problems and provide workable solutions
  • Work closely with all support and functional groups in the BU to develop and execute business plans and to implement standardized processes for, Managing Safe Work, PTW, Variance, Safeguard stewardship, employee engagement, supervisor oversite, management walkdown, SWA, hazard hunt etc.
  • Track metrics on performance and develops short and long-range plans to enhance the financial, safety, health and environmental performance of the asset
  • Responsible for and ensures the efficient operations of the Production Facility
  • Knowledgeable of and manages the operation of unique equipment and system issues associated with the ASU - EGTL
  • Responsible for and ensures development and execution of operations activities to enhance the long term and efficient operation of compression equipment, generators, control systems, steam turbines, condenser fans, etc.
  • Develops, implements and monitors compliance assurance processes to validate effectiveness for tracking, scheduling executing and documenting all required compliance testing and maintenance
  • Supports all Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS)
  • Knowledge of emergency management and incident command duties and responsibilities
  • Achievement of world class OE results, with accountability for OE, OPEX, Production, Reliability, etc.
  • Adherence to and promoting Chevrons Health, Safety and Environment policies and procedures
  • Directs and coordinates operations activities within the Air Separation Unit (ASU) onboard the EGTL facility while applying knowledge of production methods, processes, machines and equipment
  • Serves as a member of the multi-functional asset team that executes the business plan for the assigned area
  • Managing the wellbeing and safe activities of company and contract workforce
  • Build Relationships - Take responsibility for outcomes
  • Adjust behavior based on feedback & provide feedback to others
  • Remove barriers to achieving results
  • Use impactful data to track performance.
  • Coordinate activities of all personnel on shift to ensure safe and stable plant conditions
  • Mentor and assist operators to maintain peak production, reduce operation costs and maintain a high-quality safety program
  • Review production trends to identify cost and production optimization opportunities in production equipment
  • Confirm and approve all daily production measurements and ORD reporting
  • Manage new equipment commissioning and start-up as required
  • Ensure all daily activities are conducted within the chevron tenets of operational excellence
  • Review and assist in troubleshooting operational problems as required
  • Liaise with field operators and other facility operators to ensure production remains optimized and to ensure all facilities are in good operational condition
  • Management of safe work practices by audits and oversight on operators' activities
  • Work force manpower planning
  • On the job training for new hires
  • Directly supervises and assists crew with daily testing, repairs and maintenance of all equipment and safety devices
  • Ensures that all personnel are competent in performing daily functions to ensure safe practices and environment which are compliant with governmental agencies
  • Responsible for safety and safety record keeping on such items as safety meetings, emergency evacuation and response plan
  • Communicate daily operational needs effectively to both clients and personnel (written and verbal)
  • Review production, operation and maintenance reports and schedules to ensure that timely and effective actions are taken to solve problems
  • Notifies management personnel of complex production and maintenance issues that require corrective action
  • Coordinate and schedule all logistical needs to ensure organization and efficiency
  • Enters production data in computer of handwritten logs and reports
  • Hands on training for new hires
  • Directly supervise, mentor and assist operators as required to maintain peak production, reduce operation costs and maintain a high-quality safety program

Console Operator/ Area Training Coordinator

Chevron Nigeria Ltd, Escravos Gas to Liquid, ASU
04.2012 - 09.2021
  • Enforced rules, regulations, policies and procedures and responded to emergency situations
  • Wrote detailed narrative reports and maintained daily activity reports
  • Observed and reported deviations, abnormal conditions and upset situations to shift supervisor
  • Troubleshot system performance bottlenecks and proposed solutions to shift supervisor, process control engineer and process engineer
  • Compiled sign on sheet , training scenarios and questions used in training new field and console operators
  • Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to operators
  • Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions
  • Commissioned and managed new equipment
  • Directed the day-to-day activities of the ASU plant
  • Reviewed production trends to optimize cost, production and equipment
  • Took daily production measurements and operator’s routine duties (ORD)
  • Ensured all daily activities are conducted within the chevron tenets of operational excellence.
  • Troubleshot operational problems and proffered solution
  • Supported implementing Management of Change
  • Supported carrying out root cause analysis (RCA)
  • Supported Process Engineering to optimize ASU plant
  • Supported Process Control Engineering in automating ASU plant
  • Wrote and reviewed operation standard operating procedures (SOP)
  • Sent out management of change (MOC) levels 1 & 2 training
  • On the job training for new field and console operators
  • Responsible for monitoring and managing various systems and processes from a central control room
  • Identifying and responding to upsets and emergencies
  • Ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the process plant
  • Work closely with other team members and departments to ensure that all systems are functioning correctly and address any issues promptly
  • Coordinated various teams and provide clear and concise reports on process status and communicate any near miss and incidents that occur to the Lead Operator and Shift Supervisor
  • Monitored process safety equipment and ensure compliance with safety regulation
  • Work in a team environment to achieve daily production goals
  • Used analytical skills to interpret data
  • Performed routine checks to spot deviations at incipient stage
  • Handled upsets and emergencies situations
  • Maintained accurate records
  • Knowledge of environmental monitoring and control systems
  • Continuously monitored and oversaw the operation of various equipment and systems within the control room, ensuring they are functioning efficiently and in accordance with established standards
  • Promptly responded to alarms, alerts, and emergency situations by taking appropriate actions to mitigate potential risks, maintain safety, and minimize downtime
  • Supported upstream and downstream plant in load shedding situation
  • Followed established control procedures to regulate and adjust equipment settings, parameters, and processes as needed to maintain optimal performance and compliance with operational requirements
  • Maintained accurate and detailed records of operations, incidents, and equipment status, and report any deviations, abnormalities, or issues to supervisors and relevant stakeholders
  • Collaborated and communicated effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments to ensure seamless coordination of activities and facilitated a smooth flow of information regarding operations and incidents
  • Conducted routine equipment checks, inspections, and preventative maintenance tasks to identify any potential issues and ensure equipment remains in good working condition
  • Identified, troubleshot, and resolved technical and operational issues in a timely manner to minimize disruptions and maintain the efficiency of the control room operations
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations, safety standards, and company policies, providing feedback and recommendations for improvements where necessary
  • Engaged in training and development to stay updated on new technologies, procedures, and best practices relevant to control room operations
  • Coordinated hazardous routine and maintenance work activities and monitor hazardous gases exposure. This helps to comply with federal standards and avoid fines, community lawsuits, or facility closure.
  • Used trends to investigate upsets and carry out root cause analysis of near misses and incidents
  • Ensured systems function effectively and controlled processes to meet daily production targets
  • Reviewed production trends to identify cost and production optimization opportunities in production equipment
  • Confirmed and approved all daily production measurements and ORD reporting
  • Ensured all daily activities are conducted within the chevron tenets of operational excellence
  • Liaised with field operators and other facility operators to ensure production remains optimized and to ensure all facilities are in good operational condition
  • Organization, orientation, safe work permitting and supervision of service contractors to maintain daily production operations
  • Field liaison with other operational departments
  • Management of safe work practices by audits and oversight on operators' activities
  • Work force manpower planning
  • On the job training for new hires
  • Ensured that all personnel are competent in performing daily functions to ensure safe practices and environment which are compliant with governmental agencies
  • Responsible for safety and safety record keeping on such items as safety meetings, emergency evacuation and response plan
  • Communicated daily operational needs effectively to both clients and personnel (written and verbal)
  • Reviewed production, operation and maintenance reports and schedules to ensure that timely and effective actions are taken to solve problems
  • Notified management personnel of complex production and maintenance issues that require corrective action
  • Monitored radio and telephone communications as required for plant operations, logistics and reporting
  • Responsible for following safety procedures and maintaining safety data
  • Responsible for participating in all safety training and assisting in safety procedures such as basic first aid, CPR, fire drills and emergency evacuation
  • Developed scenarios for training new console operators
  • Set up simulator to train new console operator

PLANT OPERATOR

AIR PRODUCT SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD
04.2011 - 03.2012
  • Monitored process parameters standard operation
  • Adjusted equipment according to test results and knowledge of process and equipment
  • Started and shut down plant equipment
  • Responded to emergencies
  • Operator’s routine duties
  • Monitored transportation and storage of flammable and other potentially dangerous products to ensure that safety guidelines are followed
  • Recorded, reviewed, and compiled operations records, test results, and gauge readings such as temperatures, pressures, concentrations, and flows
  • Distributed process gas for utility companies and industrial plants using panel boards, control boards, and semi-automatic equipment
  • Controlled operation of compressors, compander, distillation column and refrigeration equipment to liquefy compress air.
  • Carried out accident prevention techniques (apt)
  • Good housekeeping activities

COMMISSIONING SPECIALIST

Chevron Nigeria Ltd, Escravos, ASU
01.2010 - 03.2011
  • Construction supervision
  • Pre-commissioning of process lines and equipment
  • Carried out harmer test
  • Verification of flange make up
  • Yellow lining
  • Verification of P&ID
  • Supported line cleaning
  • Vessel inspection
  • Daily operations report writing
  • Operator’s routine duties
  • Preparation of shift weekly report
  • Safety and hole watch
  • Conduction of behavioral based safety (iCare)
  • Good housekeeping activities

CRUDE OIL PLANTFORM OPERATOR

Chevron Nigeria Ltd, Escravos
04.2008 - 12.2009
  • Daily operation on crude oil production platform
  • Chemical treatment of crude oil
  • Crude oil sampling
  • Oil well testing operations
  • Effluent water treatment
  • Well head operation
  • Operator’s routine duties
  • Crude oil export pumps operations
  • Making well safe for drilling operations
  • Spill control and abatement
  • Lifting and rigging operations
  • Daily production report writing
  • Operation of gas/diesel generating sets
  • Lining up of oil wells
  • Oil well choke inspections
  • Jacket safety checks and inspection
  • Operation of process vessels including, test separator, surge vessel, skimmer, chem-electric, HP & LP separator including WEMCO units

Process Controller

Sasol Synfuels PTY, Secunda, South Africa
09.2005 - 03.2008
  • Process control practical work on panel in control room (TDC 3000)
  • Plant process flow
  • Operator’s routine duties
  • Cryogenics principles and operations
  • Interpretation of P & IDs and PFDs
  • Compressors (centrifugal and piston)
  • Shell and tube cooling system
  • Direct contact cooling
  • Process safety training
  • Heating/regeneration/exceptional regeneration
  • Distillation process/backup systems
  • Pre-commissioning/commissioning/decommissioning of equipment
  • Standby duties/safety watch

Manager

Chris-Hardings Nigeria Ltd
06.2002 - 08.2005
  • Running of call center
  • Selling of call cards
  • Supervising call center staff
  • Ensuring call log tallies with actual call made
  • Training of call center staff

PUBLIC AFFAIRS ASSISTANT (NYSC)

Chevron Nigeria Ltd, Escravos
08.2001 - 05.2002
  • Ordering and distributing of safety gears to public affairs personnel
  • Receiving and distributing of gift items to communities of company’s area of operation
  • Organizing of meeting venues
  • Performing of flight, boat and accommodation booking
  • Coordinated the distribution of diesel and lubricating oil to communities of company’s area of operation
  • Coordinated Santa Claus for children in selected communities of company’s area of operation during Christmas

Education

PC (GRADE 1) - Operations Management And Supervision

Sasol Process Training
Secunda, South Africa
03.2008

Bachelor of Technology - Project Management Technology

Federal University of Technology
Owerri
01.2001

Senior Secondary School Certificate -

Erejuwa 11 Grammar School
Ode-Itsekiri, Delta State
06.1994

First School Leaving Certificate -

Mowoe Primary School
Warri, Delta State
08.1987

Skills

  • Operational Excellence
  • Cost Reduction
  • Workforce Planning
  • Safety oversight
  • Compliance Management
  • Performance monitoring
  • Employee Development
  • Staff Supervision
  • Operations Management
  • Emergencies Response
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical Thinking and Decision Making

Timeline

Operations Team Lead

Chevron Nigeria Ltd, Escravos Gas to Liquid, ASU
10.2021 - Current

Console Operator/ Area Training Coordinator

Chevron Nigeria Ltd, Escravos Gas to Liquid, ASU
04.2012 - 09.2021

PLANT OPERATOR

AIR PRODUCT SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD
04.2011 - 03.2012

COMMISSIONING SPECIALIST

Chevron Nigeria Ltd, Escravos, ASU
01.2010 - 03.2011

CRUDE OIL PLANTFORM OPERATOR

Chevron Nigeria Ltd, Escravos
04.2008 - 12.2009

Process Controller

Sasol Synfuels PTY, Secunda, South Africa
09.2005 - 03.2008

Manager

Chris-Hardings Nigeria Ltd
06.2002 - 08.2005

PUBLIC AFFAIRS ASSISTANT (NYSC)

Chevron Nigeria Ltd, Escravos
08.2001 - 05.2002

PC (GRADE 1) - Operations Management And Supervision

Sasol Process Training

Bachelor of Technology - Project Management Technology

Federal University of Technology

Senior Secondary School Certificate -

Erejuwa 11 Grammar School

First School Leaving Certificate -

Mowoe Primary School

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