Akshay P

Experienced Process and Plant Operations professional with hands-on expertise in petrochemical and fertilizer industries, including Ethylene and Sulfur plant operations. Gained exposure to manufacturing processes of Sulphuric Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Ammonia, Ammonium Phosphate, Ammonium Sulphate, Effluent Treatment and Demineralization systems. Skilled in DCS operations, process monitoring, PTW, LOTO, gas testing and industrial safety compliance.

Proficient in plant start-up, shutdown, nitrogen purging, pump operations, furnace light-up, decoking and troubleshooting. Experienced in monitoring process parameters and coordinating with maintenance teams during breakdowns, preventive maintenance and shutdowns. Seeking opportunities as Process Operator, Process Technician or Production Operator.

OPERATOR ASSISTANT (TECHNICAL LABOURER) – Q-CON CONTRACT - QATAR CHEMICALS - Qatar

(2023-07)

• Supported continuous operations of Ethylene and Sulfur production units in a high-risk petrochemical environment.
• Assisted in plant start-up, shutdown, and routine operational activities ensuring process stability and efficiency.
• Executed Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), gas testing, and hose handling procedures in compliance with HSE standards.
• Performed nitrogen purging, pump changeover, furnace start-up (light-up), and decoking operations under supervision.
• Monitored critical process parameters including pressure, temperature, and flow rate for operational reliability.
• Contributed to plant housekeeping, turnaround activities, and strict safety compliance practices.
• Coordinated with maintenance teams and supported troubleshooting during equipment failure and shutdowns.
• Mentored new operators and ensured adherence to operational procedures and safety protocols.

PROCESS TECHNICIAN - THE FERTILIZERS AND CHEMICALS TRAVANCORE LTD (FACT) - Ernakulam, Kerala, India

(2020-06 - 2023-06)

• Operated wet section, dryer, and scrubber systems in ammonium phosphate fertilizer production unit.
• Managed Distributed Control System (DCS) operations for phosphate manufacturing processes.
• Monitored and controlled key process parameters to ensure product quality and operational efficiency.
• Supervised safe loading/unloading of phosphoric acid and sulfuric acid following chemical handling protocols.
• Operated pumps, pipelines, and flow control systems to maintain continuous process flow.
• Coordinated with maintenance teams during troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and shutdown activities.
• Maintained detailed shift logs, process records, and operational documentation.
• Supported process optimization initiatives and trained junior technicians on plant operations and safety.

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINEE - THE FERTILIZERS AND CHEMICALS TRAVANCORE LTD (FACT) - Ernakulam, Kerala, India

(2019-03 - 2020-03)

• Completed structured industrial training in fertilizer and petrochemical plant operations.
• Gained hands-on exposure to plant start-up, shutdown procedures, and operational safety systems.
• Participated in operational activities across fertilizer and petrochemical divisions under supervision.
• Assisted in routine plant monitoring, equipment observation, and basic maintenance support.
• Followed strict industrial safety practices including PPE usage and hazard awareness.

Diploma - Chemical Engineering - Kerala Government Polytechnic College (2018)

Higher Secondary - Government Model Higher Secondary School (2015)

SSLC - St. Joseph's Boys Higher Secondary School (2013)