Ramesh Kumar
Instrument Assessor/Instructor/Trainer
rameshkumar_1969@yahoo.com
PERSONAL DETAILS
Present Employer
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Petrofac
Present Job Title
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Instrument Instructor/Assessor
Educational Qualification
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B.S. Engineering Technology
Assessor Qualification
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OPITO
IV Qualification
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L&D11 certified by SQA
Date of birth
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05-Jan-1969
Experience
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28+ Years
TRAINING: (10 years)
Classroom Training
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Providing classroom training to Instrument trainees as per the tasks
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Providing classroom training to Operation trainees related to instrument controls
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Ensure the classroom was fully equipped for presentation (Electronic audio and visuals)
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Training different level of audience (Basic, Intermediate and advanced for Under graduate
Technicians and Graduate Engineers)
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Providing awareness, refresher and promotion training courses
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Conduct the classroom training course as per the lesson plan
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Ensured the content of training packages meet the standards of the Quality Framework.
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Complied with organizational requirements ensuring all documentation, including
attendance, lesson plans, and assessment of trainees’ progress records.
On-Job-Training
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Providing on-job-training to Instrument trainees in field and workshop
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Ensures all trainees are fully aware of and comply with the company’s HSE procedures and
PPE requirements for the each activities
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Analysis for each learner knowledge and skill gap in alignment of OJT program matrix
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Ensure workshop test equipment are calibrated and suitable for training and assessment
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Supporting management for new student’s recruitment interview process
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Provide regular feedback, weekly and month trainee performance reports
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Manage trainees’ administration activities and coordinate with training lead
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Technical Assessment
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Conducted theoretical and practical assessments for trainees within the workplace in
accordance with the requirements of the awarding body
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Ensure the curriculum is in line with client requirements with high quality standards of
OPITO and BTEC Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Oil and Gas technology
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Ensure the assessments completed timely and provided constructive feedback
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Support trainees for assessment portfolio preparation
Course Material Development / Procedure Writing
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Developed following Instrumentation training course materials (Word document, Power Point
presentation, Lesson plan, Question & Answers, Practical Tasks) as per curriculum.
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Field Instruments (Pressure, Flow, Level, Temperature measurements and Valves)
Instrument Drawings (ILD, Cause & Effect, P&ID)
Process Control, Calibration and Fault finding Techniques
Control Systems (DCS, PLC, SCADA)
Safety Systems (SIS, ESD and Fire & Gas)
Focal Point
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Acting as a focal point for Maintenance Instructor team (Mech / Electrical / Instrumentation)
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Manage Instructors and coordinate with Technical Assistance for the training schedule
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Interact with client for internal and external coordination
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Review the Memo from Team Leader and reply
MAINTENANCE: (15 years)
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Lead a group of Instrument technicians for implementation of Instrument maintenance
activities. (Preventive, Predictive and Corrective maintenance)
Experienced in different field instruments (Emerson Rosemount, ABB, Honeywell, Endress &
Hauser, Bently Nevada, Yokogawa, Flowserve, Valtek, Masoneilan, Foxboro, Auma matic,
Vega, Polysonics etc.)
Hands-on experience in troubleshooting and maintenance of field instruments (like DP
transmitters, Displacer, Rader, Ultrasonic, Coriolis, Electromagnetic, GWR tx and CVs).
Involved in start-up, trouble shooting and maintenance
PROJECTS: (3+ years)
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Develop Instrumentation engineering drawings and project work packs.
Review control philosophy, Instrument drawings, Data sheets, Specifications, Instrument
Loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, MTO and P&IDs
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
Designation
Current Employer
Duration
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Employer
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Responsibilities
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: Instrument Instructor/Assessor
: PETROFAC - for TMG, Turkmenistan (at present)
: Aug 2024 - Still
: PETROFAC - for KOC, KUWAIT
: Jan 2018 - April 2024
: PETROFAC - for PDO, OMAN
: Aug 2015 - Dec 2017
: PETROFAC - for Petronas, Malaysia
: June 2014 - July 2015
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Perform classroom training for local nationals
Training classified as two different categories
o UT training program for Instrument trainees for Diploma holders
o UG training program for Instrument Engineers
Conduct assessments for trainees as per OPTIO std and ensure that individuals are
competent to undertake their job function
Conduct on job training for Instrument foremen in oil and gas live facilities
Conduct workshop training - Practice Instrument calibration
o Pressure measuring instruments
o Level measuring instruments
o Flow measuring instruments
o Temperature measuring instruments
o Control valves and ESDVs
Conduct classroom training and system familiarization (DCS, ESD, PLC, Fire and Gas
and DCS Simulators)
Conduct retest if the trainees are not achieving the score
Monitor the trainee’s daily attendance records and forward to line supervisor
Prepare trainees feedback to specialist for each module
Prepare weekly and monthly report
Prepared following training materials (Word document, PPT, Lesson Plan, Assessment)
o Instrumentation drawings (Includes PFD, P&ID, ILD, Cause and Effect)
o Field measuring Instruments (Pressure, Flow, Level and Temperature)
o Valves (Control valves and ESDVs)
o Instrument Calibration (Field and workshop)
o Troubleshooting and Fault-finding techniques
o DCS (Distributed Control System - Honeywell and Emerson DeltaV)
o ESD (Emergency Shutdown System)
o PLC (Programming Logic Controller)
o SCADA
o Quality measuring Instruments (Analysers)
o Vibration measurements
o Communication (HART, Foundation Fieldbus)
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Designation
Previous Employer
Duration
Responsibilities
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Perform classroom training for Omani national
Conduct on job training with hands on Practical
Demonstrate different troubleshooting and fault finding techniques
Conduct assessments for trainees within the workplace as per OPTIO std
Carry out assessments of Candidates’ performance against the relevant Standard
Ensure candidates’ evidence is relevant, valid, authentic, reliable, current and sufficient
Plan and manage the assessment entire process and deliver assessment feedback
Prepare assessment portfolio and support trainees
Identify trainees Gap and conduct additional sessions for needed trainees
Provide feedback to trainees and managements
Prepare weekly report and monthly report
Involved in the classroom program schedule preparation
Attend Instrument maintenance meeting with line supervisor
Maintain trainee records including attendance and assessment results in Learning
Management System (LMS)
Provide trainee progress reports to the Training Coordinator
Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Company Safety
Designation
Name of Company
Duration
Responsibilities
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: Instrument Specialist
: SABIC, SAUDI
: Oct 2009 - Oct 2012
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Demonstrate and assess Instrument technicians during maintenance
Support maintenance line supervisor & reliability team
Review and develop necessary site based training materials
Identify knowledge and skills gaps in alignment with the On-the-Job Training (OJT)
programs
Design individualized learning materials in coordination with line management.
Provide ‘Train the Trainer’ support to company Instructors through classroom sessions,
On the Job training, Job Shadowing and discussions
Designation
Name of Company
Duration
Responsibilities
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: On Job Trainer/Assessor - Instrument
: PDO, OMAN
: Oct 2012 - June 2014
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: Instrumentation and Control Engineer
: OXY - Occidental Mukhaizna, OMAN
: Sep 2007 - July 2009
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Provide Engineering site support, Attend Technical Quires and provide suitable solutions
Maintain learning materials and effectively use instructional methods and media
Field visit and conduct site survey
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Designation
Name of Company
Duration
Responsibilities
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Prepare and provide As-built Engineering drawings and documents
o PFD
o P&ID
o Instrument Loop Diagram
o Cause and Effect
o Datasheet
o Wiring diagram, MTO
Designation
Name of Company
Duration
Responsibilities
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: Instrument Engineer
: Wartsila (Finland Based), INDIA
: Dec 1998 - Jun 2005
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Involved in Maintenance activities
Perform plant shut-down activities as per schedule
In-charge for Instrument & Electronics workshop
Develop and coach workers for enhanced performance e.g. Permit to Work, Inhibits and
Overrides procedures
Designation
Name of Company
Duration
Responsibilities
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: Instrument Engineer
: Zuhair Fayez Consultants (ARAMCO), SAUDI
: Jun 2005 - Jan 2006
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Execute TRICONEX- Emergency Shutdown upgrade project in ARAMCO
Ensure field wiring and system architecture as per the document
Designation
Name of Company
Duration
Responsibilities
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: Instrumentation Designer / Engineer
: CGC (QP), QATAR
: Aug 2006 - Sep 2007
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: Instrument Engineer
: Hinduston Dorr Oliver, IOCL Panipet Refinery, INDIA
: Nov 1996 - Dec 1998
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Plan and perform plant Maintenance activities
Prepare and maintain spare parts inventory
Plan and execute shut-down activities
Coordinate with other discipline teams
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Designation
Name of Company
Duration
Responsibilities
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Involved in day-to-day Instrument Maintenance activities
Perform Instrument calibration and troubleshooting (onsite and Workshop)
o Pressure Instruments (Gauges and PTs and DPTs)
o Flow instruments (DP type, Turbine type, Magnetic, Vertex, Mass)
o Level Instruments (DP type, Radar, Ultrasonic, Capacitance)
o Temperature Instruments (RTD, Thermocouple)
Designation
Name of Company
Duration
Responsibilities
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: Instrument Technician
: IMCO, Mina Abdullah Refinery, KNPC, KUWAIT
: Nov 1993 - Nov 1996
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: Instrument Supervisor
: Thirumali Chemicals, Petrochemical Plant, INDIA
: Nov 1991 - Nov 1993
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On-the-go maintenance, routine verification and preventive maintenance
Perform Instrument calibration (field and workshop)
Identification and study of plant equipment
Expertise in:
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BPCS
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Emerson DeltaV
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DCS
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Honeywell TDC 2000, 3000, Honeywell PKS, YOKOGAWA micro XL
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PLC
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ABB, Allen-Bradley Modicon, Siemens, Foxboro, Omron, Mitsubishi
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ESD/IPS :
HIMAX, Triconex , Honeywell
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F&G
Honeywell, Tyco, Flames, Det-tronics, General Monitors
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Multi-functional
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: Having basic discipline Knowledge Process / Electrical / Mechanical
Personal Details:
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Date of Birth
Nationality
Tech.Qualification-1
Tech.Qualification-2
Assessor Qualification
IV Qualification
Present Contact No
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E-mail
: 05 JAN 1969
: INDIAN
: Diploma in Electronics & Comm Engineering (1988-91)
: BS Engineering Technology (1999-2003)
: Competence Assessor certified by OPITO (2014)
: L&D11 (2019)
: 0091-9445124194 and
0091-9790798686
: rameshkumar_1969@yahoo.com
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