Daniel Tarka
Perth
Summary
I’m a motivated and ambitious professional with a strong background in process plant operations and process control, particularly within the petrochemical industry. Over the past decade, I’ve taken pride in leading projects from commissioning to shutdowns, managing equipment rebuilds, and supporting reliability teams—all while ensuring safety and efficiency remain a top priority. I thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving complex problems, and value teamwork and integrity. I'm now looking for a new opportunity where I can continue to grow, contribute meaningfully, and bring my experience and energy to a new team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operator/Maintainer (Mechanical)
WORLEY (BHP) Newman, Yarnima Power Station
11.2023 - Current
- Operation and maintenance duties at Yarnima power station on the following equipment. 3 x Siemens GT800 Combined Cycle Gas Turbines, 2 x ST400 Steam Turbines using Siemens control system T3000.
- HRSG Boilers systems, cooling water circuits, chemical dosing systems.
- RO Plants. Gas Water Bath Heaters.
- Maintaining the gas valves and filters for the turbines. Conducting routine inspections including leak checks on valves and pipework. Routine inspections of the water bath heaters.
- Permitting duties, Lock Box, and Permit trained
Technical Officer
CSBP, Kwinana, Perth
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Engineering support – Working through engineering backlog, MOC changes, sourcing labor and researching solutions for issues within the process and plants.
- Approving Equipment parts list changes and sourcing replacements for obsolete and discontinued equipment.
- Liaising with operations and contractors to complete projects.
- Writing procedures for new installations and changes in work orders.
- Working with planning department to correct time allocations for jobs.
- Specializing in Rotating Equipment, scoping, supervising shutdowns during turbine and compressor rebuilds and upgrading vibration monitoring systems.
- Supervising and supporting contractors on shutdowns.
Mechanical Technician | Relief Group Leader
CSBP, Kwinana, Perth
01.2014 - 01.2023
- Maintain and supervise work groups working on the following Chemical plants. Ammonium Nitrate, Nitric Acid, Ammonia, Ammonium Nitrate Prill Plants, and an Emulsion plant. Working on the following equipment
- High speed pumps, multistage pumps, steam turbines, gas compressors, turbo expanders, seal systems, gas separators, air compressors, ammonia compressors, reactors, reformers, boilers, various pumping systems, high pressure steam lines, ammonia transfer facilities, heat exchangers and general valving systems. Overhauling screw compressors, reciprocating compressors, and centrifugal compressors. Dry gas seal replacement.
- Lead technician on High-speed rotating equipment rebuilds. CSBP representative to contract groups.
- Maintenance on material handling equipment. Conveying systems, bucket elevators, belt conveyors, Dryer drums, high speed fans and de dust systems.
Offsite Repair Officer
CSBP, Kwinana, Perth
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Organization off offsite repair for all equipment onsite. Including but not limited to the following – Gearboxes, Various pumps, Motors, Mechanical Seals, Control Valves, Pneumatic Actuators, Heat Exchangers, Fans, Hydraulic Cylinders, Hydraulic Power Packs
- Inspecting work prior to receiving on site. Working through inspection test plans with vendors
- Raising orders for all offsite repairs, gathering quotes for repairs, Updating orders.
- Organizing shutdown work groups which includes making work packs, scoping work required during shutdowns. Working to budgets and timelines.
- Writing reports. RCA input, fault finding and develop equipment improvement plans.
- Liaising with offsite repair companies to maintain a good working relationship and to ensure a timely return of equipment to site.
Fixed Plant Fitter
Rio Tinto, Newman, WA
01.2013 - 01.2013
- Commissioning of the Hope Downs 4 Iron Ore Plant. Sandvik Reclaimers, Train Load Out Facility, Sandvik Stackers, Crushing Circuits, Wet Plant, Thickeners, Cyclones, Screening, Hydraulic Systems, Conveyors, Potable Water Systems, Fire Water Systems. Belt Filters.
- Developing SWP's and scoping work packs for the process plant
Mechanical Fitter
Karara Mining, WA
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Commissioning of the Kamara Magnetite Ore Plant. Crushing Circuits, Wet Plant, Thickeners, Cyclones, Screening, Hydraulic Systems, Conveyors, Potable Water Systems, Fire Water Systems. Belt Filters.
- Polysius HPGR's, Metso MP 1000 cone crushers FL Smidth gyratory crusher. RCR Apron feeders, Larox filter press, floatation, valves, compressors, magnetic separators, Diesel engines, Fire pumps, Warman slurry pumps.
- Developing SWP's and scoping work packs for the process plant
Shift Fitter
Cockburn Cement, WA
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Experience with maintaining vibrating screens, conveyors, ball mills, blending plants, pressure vessels, Lime kilns, cement kilns, hydration plants, hydraulic systems, instrumentation systems, high speed packaging plants, bucket elevators, dust filter systems, heat exchangers, compressors, valves, and bulk loading systems.
- Planning, coordinating, and carrying out daily maintenance within the processing plant and its supporting infrastructure.
- Ensure all work is carried out is following statutory, regulatory and Mines standards.
- Experience in welding and fabrication.
- Experience with all machining aspects.
- Supervision, direction, and control of shutdown contractors.
- Isolation and tagging IAW Company's regulation and policies.
- Mentoring and training apprentices.
- Undertaking toolbox/ Safety meetings, Safety observations, JHA's.
Skills
Proven team management experience with strengths in coordinating project activities and operational planning
- Skilled in rotating equipment maintenance and Turbo machinery
- Committed to achieving responsible outcomes through productivity enhancement, process efficiency, and proactive maintenance strategies
- Experienced in hazardous environment risk assessment, project commissioning, and streamlining operations for optimal performance
- Strong background in power station operations, with a focus on safe, efficient, and reliable energy production
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, as well as SAP and JDE systems
Certification
- Cert III in Engineering
- Steam Turbine Operations
- Confined space trained
- Working at heights
- Senior First Aid
- Low Voltage Rescue
- Project Management Fundamentals
- Dry Gas seal training (John Crane)
- Multi Train Alignment training (Aquip)
- Advanced Boiler Ticket
- Operate Stea Turbine
- Supervised Gas fitting Licence I Class Gas Fitting Permit
- Breathing Apparatus Trained
- High risk licences
- Forklift
- EWP
- Basic Rigging
- Skid steer
- Front End Loader
- ERT Team member for 3 years
- Rope rescue
- Advanced resus training
- Hazmat Training
- Fire Fighting Training
- More training and Certificates Available on request
Referees provided on request.
Timeline
Operator/Maintainer (Mechanical)
WORLEY (BHP) Newman, Yarnima Power Station
11.2023 - Current
Technical Officer
CSBP, Kwinana, Perth
01.2023 - 11.2023
Mechanical Technician | Relief Group Leader
CSBP, Kwinana, Perth
01.2014 - 01.2023
Offsite Repair Officer
CSBP, Kwinana, Perth
01.2013 - 01.2014
Fixed Plant Fitter
Rio Tinto, Newman, WA
01.2013 - 01.2013
Mechanical Fitter
Karara Mining, WA
01.2012 - 01.2013
Shift Fitter
Cockburn Cement, WA
01.2011 - 01.2012
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