Dinesh Ramesh
Summary
- Senior Technician with strengths in equipment maintenance and technical troubleshooting. Leads initiatives that enhance process efficiency and ensure compliance with safety standards. Focused on optimising plant operations and driving continuous improvement projects.
- Proactive Senior Technician skilled in monitoring plant performance and implementing corrective actions to uphold safety and efficiency. Delivers training and support to enhance team capabilities and maintain production quality. Committed to fostering strong interdepartmental relationships to streamline operations.
- Motivated professional demonstrating strengths in team collaboration and operational support. Adapts to changing demands through effective problem-solving and process optimisation. Committed to maintaining high safety standards and achieving organisational goals.
- Hardworking professional with solid background in troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing complex systems and equipment. Adept at collaborating with teams to ensure seamless operations and continuous improvement. Skilled at utilising technical knowledge to solve problems and ensure equipment reliability.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Technician
Exxonmobil
singapore
07.2019 - Current
- Prepare equipment for maintenance and perform unit start-up, shutdown and plant turnaround activities
- Update operating procedures and prepare job pack documentation for equipment repair
Perform troubleshooting and to resolve operational issues and provide support for technical and mechanical teams - Monitor performance to ensure safe and optimal operation of the plant, equipment (eg. pumps and product storage tanks), pipeline distribution network and berth loading and discharge
- Perform structured rounds (field/DCS console) and take corrective action to maintain equipment and plant operations within safe operating limits
- Observed gauges and other indicators to detect equipment malfunctions.
- Controlled well pressure and speed of tools using buttons, switches and other instruments.
- Documented process parameters and adjustments, creating valuable records for future reference and compliance.
- Led continuous improvement projects that resulted in cost reduction and enhanced process capability.
- Adhered to strict health and safety protocols, contributing to a safe working environment for all staff.
- Operated various hand tools, including power and air-compressed tools, safely and responsibly.
- Kept excellent knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices for high production and delivery standards.
- Sampled and assessed products for quality standards, accurately recording findings.
- Kept up-to-date working knowledge of all production departments and maintained keen understanding of systems in use.
- Recorded detailed logs of operational activities, providing accurate information for compliance and review.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting practical solutions to enhance operations.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships with other team members, management and other departments to improve production delivery times and targets.
- Trained new staff on operating procedures, emphasising quality, safety, and productivity standards.
- Improved manufacturing efficiency by managing KPIs, analysing and planning work flow, space requirements and equipment layout.
- Delivered continuous improvement strategies, process optimisation approaches and operational engineering support to management team.
- Undertook regular calibration of processing equipment to maintain optimal performance and accuracy.
- Developed and implemented best practices, quality assurance standards and project management procedures.
- Evaluated current work to understand strategies and help optimise labour utilisation.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments and evaluations to determine safest and most efficient way to complete tasks.
- Standardised processes for installing, commissioning and maintaining industrial equipment.
- Partnered with management on creating and implementing production methods, techniques and equipment.
- Performed routine plant and equipment cleaning for optimised health and safety standards.
- Presented technical reports to management, highlighting achievements and outlining strategies for further improvements.
- Trained new technicians on process operations and safety procedures, improving team competency and efficiency.
- Monitored and adjusted production processes to meet quality standards and maximise efficiency.
- Responded to process alarms and emergencies swiftly, minimising impact on production and personnel safety.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing sessions among staff, fostering a collaborative environment and enhancing skill sets.
- Tookpart in Turnaround team to ensure smooth operations of preparing lines, draining and commisioning back with procedures.
- Currently now doing Console operator in planning daily task job by complying with the Daily Action Plan task and communication with RC, Technical and inter-connecting units based on their Rundown and Feeding rates and with Berth operator on the loading and Discharge of vessel products.
Transport Operator
Republic of Singapore Air Force
Singapore
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Planned and followed efficient, safe driving routes.
- Managed documentation for each delivery, including timesheets, delivery notes, and fuel receipts.
- Adhered to all traffic and transport laws, minimising risks and upholding company reputation.
- Maintained vehicle general hygiene, consistently meeting health and safety standards.
- Consistently maintained safe, responsible driving, representing company professionally.
- Maintained detailed driving and delivery logs.
- Reported vehicle defects, accidents, or damage promptly, facilitating swift repairs and maintenance.
- Assessed equipment before and after use, following strict roadworthiness and safety procedures.
- Maintained load security throughout pre-determined routes to ensure public and goods safety.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to unexpected changes in schedules and routes.
- Drove according to manager and company guidance, minimising product damage.
- Monitored fuel consumption and vehicle performance, suggesting improvements to enhance efficiency.
- Reported any accident, breakdown or emergency in line with divisional policy.
- Trained new drivers in safe driving practices, vehicle checks, and company procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded goods using tail lifts, ensuring secure and efficient handling.
Cash Management Officer
Cisco
singapore
12.2013 - 03.2014
- Incharge of counting cash currency
- Sorting out individual notes and stocking them to the deposit boxes allocated.
- Checking on defect/damaged notes
- Doing weekly reviews
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Electronics,Computer and Communications Engineering
Nanyang Polytechnic
Singapore01-2016
O levels
Yishun Secondary School
Singapore01-2013
N levels
Yishun Secondary School
Singapore01-2012
PSLE
Peixin Primary School
Singapore01-2007
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Technical troubleshooting
- Process optimization
- Risk assessment
- Team player
- Console Operator
- Confine Space Gas Tester Qualifer
- Working at Heights Qualifer
- Tankage Calibration Measurement Champion
- Auditing of 3-P Surveyors for gauging and sampling tecniques
- Class 3 and Class 4 motor vehicle License
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Tamil
Proficient
C2
Malay
Beginner
A1
Interests
- Fishing
- Badminton
- Soccer
Accomplishments
- Achieving on timely production of Turnaround team player
- Console Operator for shift teams
- Confine Space Gas tester
- Working on Opening Process Equipment's
- Measurement Champion in auditing 3-P surveyors for gauging of tankages and sampling techniques
- Mentoring of Junior technicians for smooth operations and knowledge of equipment
- Taking lead in completion of process job planning and new modifications of pipes and tankage modifications
Additional Information
- Class 3 Motor vehicle
- Class 4 Motor Vehicle
- Woking in Heights under WSQ
- Working in Refinery Plants under WSQ
Timeline
Senior Technician
Exxonmobil
07.2019 - Current
Transport Operator
Republic of Singapore Air Force
04.2017 - 04.2019
Cash Management Officer
Cisco
12.2013 - 03.2014
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Electronics,Computer and Communications Engineering
Nanyang Polytechnic
O levels
Yishun Secondary School
N levels
Yishun Secondary School
PSLE
Peixin Primary School