SAAD ALSHAHRANI

Senior Operator and Turnaround Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Oversaw operations in the styrene plant, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Coordinated maintenance activities to optimize equipment performance and reliability.
• Managed Turnaround (TA) planning and execution, including detailed scheduling and on-site operations.
• Operated and monitored processes through Distributed Control Systems (DCS) to maintain efficiency and safety.
• Served as Chairman of the Safety Committee for two years, covering all of S-Chem operations, leading key safety initiatives.
• Actively participated in the Emergency Response Team (ERT) to strengthen workplace safety readiness.
• Trained new operators on safety protocols, operational procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance plant efficiency and reduce downtime.

Turnaround Experience:

• Contributed to the preparation and execution of multiple Turnarounds:2018: 60 days
  2020: 66 days
  2021: 45 days
  2024: 55 days (8 months preparation as part of the Turnaround Team)
  

Key Achievements:

• Played a critical role in four complex Turnarounds, significantly improving plant performance and reducing downtime.
• Promoted from Field Operator to DCS Operator in just 1.5 years, reflecting exceptional technical and operational expertise.
• Led safety initiatives that resulted in a 20% reduction in workplace incidents through effective safety programs and training.
• Recognized with an Excellence in Safety Leadership Award for contributions to workplace safety.
• Improved coordination of maintenance operations, achieving a 15% increase in equipment availability.

• Conducted inspections and audits for compliance with quality standards
• Developed quality control procedures to enhance product quality
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements
• Analyzed data and prepared reports on quality metrics
• Trained junior staff on quality assurance practices
• Participated in root cause analysis for quality issues
• Maintained documentation of inspections and compliance records
• Engaged with suppliers to ensure material quality
• Key Achievement:
• - Achieved ISO9001:2015 certification, improving operational efficiency
• - Developed a training program that enhanced team knowledge of quality standards

I worked at STX Construction Limited as a Consultant and Relationship Manager. During my tenure, I was responsible for overseeing client relations, managing key business partnerships, and providing strategic consultancy to enhance project outcomes. My role involved negotiating contracts, facilitating communication between stakeholders, and ensuring smooth project execution. I contributed to strengthening the company's market presence and improving client satisfaction through effective relationship management and strategic planning.