Carla Begg
Noarlunga Downs,Australia
Summary
Detail-oriented and skilled professional with extensive experience in quality. Experienced in devising and implementing effective policies and procedures . Proficient at analysing and reviewing complete operational processes as well as suggesting changes for continuous process improvement. Articulate communicator, expert in engaging team members and developing strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
Diligent with solid background in process control and operational efficiency. Known for effectively managing production workflows and making critical decisions to optimise performance. Demonstrated skills in troubleshooting and quality assurance ensuring seamless operations and minimal downtime.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Controller
Epic Energy
06.2019 - Current
- Ensure safe and efficient operation of gas and liquid pipelines
- Control movement of product through pipelines as necessary
- Constantly monitor pressure, temperature and volume using SCADA system to ensure the safe receipt and delivery of volumes
- Analyse and take appropriate action to all SCADA alarms and emergency/abnormal operations
- Maintain continuous vigilance of leak detection tools to identify and mitigate potential leak situations
- Monitor compressor stations, and facilities performance and notify maintenance when maintenance and/or repairs are needed
- Prioritise multiple tasks by making risk based decisions
- Effectively communicate daily with internal and external customers.
- Build and Analyse trends
Process Controller
Desalination Plant
01.2012 - 06.2019
- Ensure performance of Adelaide Desalination Plant as per required qualitative and quantitative standards
- Perform routine operations, including overseeing process and testing and maintaining laboratory equipment and assets
- Ensure decisions regarding treatment and processes to align functions in line with legislation, regulations, company, and site procedures
- Procure chemicals, receive deliveries, and check quantity and quality of equipment ordered
- Analyse QA procedures and site instructions for suggesting improvements
- Support manager in improving overall process by delivering effective advice on performance management
- Coordinated with SA Water to remain updated regarding flow changes and status of the plant and equipment; met 100% targets set by SA Water
- Timely updated all Laboratory SOP's and JSEA's in line with company's policy
- Enhanced product quality by closely monitoring key process parameters and making necessary adjustments in Realtime.
- Adhered to security measures and procedures to promote health and safety of all employees.
- Training of employees in water testing procedures.
Petroleum Chemist
Intertek
04.2008 - 04.2011
- Tested various petroleum products, which included Jet fuel, Petrol, Diesel, LPG, Crude Oil, and Assay Cuts
- Worked with team members to test samples from petrol stations through ASTM and IP testing methods to ensure attainment of current standards
- Formulated detailed reports, ordered stock, and stored chemicals according to re and client liaison
- NATA signatory
- Worked 24/7 to ensure LPG going to Petrol Stations met specification of supplier's lab
- Ensured execution of all product tests in timely manner
- Generated Certificates of Analysis and reports for clients
Education
Master of Science - Sustainable Energy
University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD12-2024
Graduate Diploma - Education
UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE
South Australia12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry with Instrumental Analysis
STRATHCLYDE UNIVERSITY
Scotland07-2000
Skills
- Computer skills
- Effective communication
- Training and mentoring
- Troubleshooting and testing
- Issue identification
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Organisational skills
Certification
- Provide First Aid/CPR
- Level IV water operations
- WD Technical writing course
- Chemical handling and awareness
- Food Safety Aus Quality System Auditing
- Training Teachers for Future project participation.
- SQT internal auditing for pharmaceutical industry
- Yellow Belt Problem solving training completed
- Chief Fire Warden and building evacuation
Timeline
Process Controller
Epic Energy
06.2019 - Current
Process Controller
Desalination Plant
01.2012 - 06.2019
Petroleum Chemist
Intertek
04.2008 - 04.2011
Master of Science - Sustainable Energy
University of Queensland
Graduate Diploma - Education
UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry with Instrumental Analysis
STRATHCLYDE UNIVERSITY
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