PROFILE SNAPSHOT
Extensive (17+ years) in Oil & Gas Primarily in the Offshore, Sub-sea
Construction, Fabrication successfully delivering multimillion dollar
projects within projected time schedule and under stringent quality
requirements working alongside multinational project professional teams
Executing multiple projects (FPSO Topsides & Turret, Subsea, Subsea
Pipeline, Offshore & Onshore, Tank Farms) and managing end-to-end
implementation of Quality Assurance & Quality Control from project
kick-off to Project Delivery including Mechanical Completion & Pre
Commissioning
Proficient in Quality Assurance & Quality Control practices including
preparation and updating of QMS documents, company procedures,
work instructions, planning and performing audits, continual
improvement programs, preparation & qualification of welding
procedures, qualifying welders, planning and witnessing Non
Destructive Examination, Inspection and Testing
Qualified Professional Certified courses including American Welding
Society (AWS-SCWI)/ American Petroleum Institute (API 510/570)
Qualified ISO 9001-2008 Lead Auditor Course from BSI, Singapore
Qualified ASNT Level III in RT/MT/PT/UT
Excellent communication skills (verbal/written/presentation)
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
TECHNICAL SKILLS
COMPETENCIES
Leadership, Organizational skills, Customer/ Client focus, Process Improvement, Analyzing Information, Strategic Planning,
Verbal Communication, Quality Engineering, Emphasizing Excellence, Attention to Detail, Thoroughness, Dealing with
Complexity, Team Management, Technical Knowledge, Decision making, Data collection, management and analysis, welding
design, procedure development, Time management, Business acumen
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
WORK EXPERIENCE
Apr’ 17 to Till Date Surbana Jurong Infrastructure, Singapore Quality Manager
Projects handled as Project Management Consultant (PMC):
Jurong Island Marketing Terminal (JIMT)
Jurong Port Tanks & Terminal (JPTT)
Shell Philippines Exploration (SPEX) – Malampaya Phase 3-DCP/SWP Platform, Philippines (Topsides)
Various FPSO Turret Structures & Topside Modules & Submersibles (BP, SBM, MODEC, SHELL, BAB, ENI,
Saipem, Exxon Mobil)
Jul’08 – Apr’09 SETSCO Services Pte Ltd, Singapore Engineering Inspector
Jan’08 to Jun’08 Larsen & Toubro, Mumbai, India Asst. Manager (Welding & Materials)
Sub-Sea Pipe lay and Offshore Structures (ONGC, QATAR GAS)
Aug’05 to Dec’07 ANXON Engineering Pte Ltd, Singapore QA/QC Mechanical Engineer
Projects handled:
Devising, establishing & updating company's QMS procedures in accordance with ISO 9001 requirements
Develop Quality Audit plan, conduct Audits (Internal/Project) for QMS compliance, dis-positioning of NCR’s
Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action Plan (CAR) to solve problems encountered during
fabrication, prepare and implement Continual Improvement plans
Perform External Audits for verification of quality management system, assessment of current/projected
workload and equipment capabilities, material & product control processes, welding, fabrication procedures,
workshop facilities and manufacturing techniques, personnel qualification, hardware and resources
Organize and provide training sessions to new staff on QMS awareness of the company
Develop and Review Welding Procedure Qualification Record (WPQR), Preparing, Qualifying Welding
Procedure Specification (WPS), Coordination with Testing Laboratory and Third Party Inspection Agencies,
Welder/Welding Operator Qualification etc.
Review Contract documents, Technical specifications and drawings for welding requirements, initiate
necessary action for additional qualifications
Participate in Progress Meetings, Engineering Design Reviews, and Verification
Participate in evaluation of sub-contractor/vendor for the project
Review project specifications and develop Project Quality Plan (PQP), Inspection and Test Plans (QCP/ITP),
Quality Control Procedures, Quality Control Instructions for Project requirements
Prepare and review welding sequence for critical structures to avoid distortion and rectification
Set up and manage audit program(s) in accordance with project quality plan at various project phases
Prepare procedures and method statements to guide production and welding personnel relating to
specification restrictions, material processes, pre- and post-heating requirements which involve use of
complex alloys, unusual fabrication methods, welding of critical joints, and complex post-heating
requirements
Monitoring & Ensuring that welding/NDT activities are carried out by Contractors in accordance with
approved welding/NDT procedure specifications, Method statements, Project specifications, Project
procedures and relevant Codes & Standards
Inspection of welding, piping, and offshore structures associated with Process Piping, Power Piping, Pressure
Vessels, Cross-country Pipeline, Offshore Piping/ Pipelines, Offshore Structures etc.
Monitoring Inspection and supervision of NDT activities carried out at Construction sites and/or Contractor's
workshops in accordance with approved ITP requirements
Plan, document and monitor project quality including KPI’s as defined in the contract and requirements
Working closely with purchasing staff to establish supplier quality performance criteria and monitor supplier
performance
Provide technical and statistical expertise to teams; Investigate customer issues and complaints relating to
quality
Maintain accurate documentation and perform statistical analysis; Submit detailed reports to appropriate
Project Management teams
EDUCATION
1994 -1998 Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, India
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth : 20th March 1975
Languages Known : English, Tamil & Hindi
Address : 34/201 LIC Colony, 7 th Cross, West Extension, MC Road, Thanjavur, 613007
Nationality : Indian
Marital Status : Married
No. of Dependents : 3
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
PROFESSIONAL ASSSOCIATIONS
American Welding Society (AWS)
American Petroleum Institute (API)
American Society for Non Destructive Testing (ASNT)
Saudi Aramco approved Level I Inspector with SAP Number
IRCA