Dominic Portelli

• Blender of specialty Chemicals/Oils, filling of bulk product into IBC'S, and various other sizes ,bulk tanker loading and unloading,Tankfarm Operations,Ship to Shore Transfers, site HSR, Fire Warden,Permit issuer, sitting in on Hazops and MOC, Attend safety meetings with Management,suggest new traffic management guidelines, receive raw material. Trouble shooting, implementing isolations, interacting with contractors and conducting site inspections, changing out of online filters and bags, completing paperwork ensuring it reflects correct information for cross referencing, knowledge of product flow and pipeline capacity, valve operation knowledge, use of SCADA software, Forklift operation, fire watch and completing preventative maintenance forms along with Health and safety requests.
• Ensure safe operations at all times. Product sampling and testing.
• Trained new operators in correct operation procedures, ensuring consistent performance across shifts.
• Troubleshot equipment malfunctions promptly to minimize disruption to production schedules and maintain optimal system performance.
• Supported plant management in conducting audits, inspections, and investigations related to environmental compliance, reporting findings accurately and proposing corrective actions when necessary.
• Maintained accurate records of process data, equipment settings, and other relevant information for effective troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts.
• Evaluated raw material specifications and coordinated procurement activities to ensure timely delivery of required resources for uninterrupted plant operations.
• Enhanced production efficiency by optimizing chemical processing operations and equipment settings.
• Played an active role during emergency response situations by following established protocols and applying critical thinking skills under pressure.
• Participated in regular safety training sessions to stay current with industry best practices and reinforce company-wide commitment to safety excellence.
• Improved product quality by monitoring and adjusting process parameters based on analytical data from laboratory tests.
• Collaborated with research and development teams to test new processes or technologies, providing valuable feedback for potential scale-up to full production capacity.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams for the successful completion of complex projects within tight deadlines.
• Implemented process improvements that resulted in higher yields, reduced costs, and improved manufacturing efficiency overall.
• Assisted in the development of cost-saving initiatives through continuous improvement efforts, reducing waste generation and energy consumption.
• Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance checks on plant machinery and identifying potential issues.
• Maximized capacity utilization by effectively scheduling production runs according to customer demand forecasts.
• Ensured safety compliance with strict adherence to industry regulations, company guidelines, and proper handling of hazardous materials.
• Assisted in the execution of major plant turnaround projects by coordinating activities with various stakeholders and ensuring timely completion of tasks within budget constraints.
• Contributed to a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication among team members and maintaining a strong focus on safety awareness.
• Prepared detailed shift reports for management review, providing insight into daily operations, incidents, or deviations from normal conditions at the facility.
• Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
• Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
• Implemented safety protocols and procedures for safe, efficient process operation.
• Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
• Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
• Coordinated with other departments on timely delivery of raw materials for production.
• Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
• Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
• Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
• Tracked and documented production data to maintain accurate records.
• Monitored and adjusted parameters of chemical production process to achieve desired product quality.
• Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
• Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
• Developed and implemented preventative maintenance procedures for chemical production equipment.
• Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
• Operated forklifts to move packaged materials and chemical supplies and load and unload trucks and railcars.
• Added raw materials, monomers, inhibitors, reactants, biocides and surfactants to produce customer request.
• Collected and tested chemical and fuel samples to complete quality assurance testing and adjust process controls.
• Processed and analyzed test results for chemical mixtures to promote high-quality yield and took appropriate actions to correct undesirable results.
• Utilized SCADA and Okinawa software to maintain daily logs of volumes, temperatures and pressures of manufacturing equipment.
• Monitored recording instruments, flow meters and panel lights to listen for warning signals.
• Collaborated with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency and product quality.
• Reduced production downtime through quick problem-solving and rapid equipment repairs, eliminating excessive use of outside repair vendors and overtime.
• Used panel boards, control boards and semi-automatic equipment to control or operate chemical processes and systems of machines.
• Organized labels and packages to store current and effective stock items.

• Trusted to ensure safe product receipt using SCADA software, either from a Refinery or bulk Shipping vessel to storage tanks via the control room, these quantities would range from 200000 Ltrs > 15000000Ltrs.
• Control of complex pipelines and tank farm operations with a total storage capacity of 105000000 Ltrs. Operations of Tanker Truck Loading Rack (7Bay),Receive and unload bulk tanker deliveries.
• Managing product interfaces, product sampling and testing, product release, daily compliance checks, strict quality control and shift work 24/7.
• Public awareness and the impact operations may have on the surrounding community and environment.
• Trouble shooting of pumps ,valves, vessels, storage tanks, field checks and ability to understand and analyze software issues.
• Assist with minor maintenance. Perform Lock out Tag out procedures.
• Training new employees and inducting new employees to workplace, performing yard walk around pointing out hazardous areas and enforcement of safe work practices and terminal rules.
• Ability to write descriptive reports and record on computer, raise issues using SAP software to record severity of issue in preparation for investigation.
• Attend in house MHF workshops and be proactive in suggesting and understanding improvements to operations. Adapt too and implement change.
• OHS representative 5years, Certificate3 in 'Process Plant Technology' and Certificate 3 in 'Transport and Distribution'.
• Certification to operate Breathing Apparatus for confined space entry, working at heights and forklift operation.
• Permit officer, able to write and prepare permits for upcoming works.
• Perform Heavy Vehicle inspections as per SLP requirements.
• Attend numerous courses for Fire Training, first response, Deputy Fire Warden, First Aid officer, Traffic management and Emergency Response .
• Create and maintain customer relations, ability to collate information and share with internal stakeholders ensuring stock levels are maintained at a healthy level.
• Liase with external stakeholders to ensure scheduled receipt of product is maintained.
• Create new drivers and Trailers in system using SAP and Fuel/Facs.
• Use of Microsoft excel and Yokagawa software, Stock control and reconciliation.
• Perform Loss Prevention exercise on all personnel.
• Ability to work within a team or autonomously.

Refueling of domestic and international aircraft.

• Use of EWP (Elevated Work Platform).
• Safe work practices, understanding of all airside operations, procedures and regulations.
• Awareness of all SIMMOPS within and around work environment.
• Ability to read and implement fuel cargo requirements per aircraft.
• Drive heavy rigid vehicle(Licensed).
• Product sampling, testing and receipt.
• Load and unload of bulk product.
• Emergency response.
• Computer use generating reports and data.
• Working under pressure and prioritize workload.
• Working with external stakeholders ( customers and engineers).
• Tank farm operations, quality control and daily compliance checks.
• 24/7 shiftwork.
• Ability to work within team or autonomously.

• Operations of Thermal Cracking unit. Use DCS / SCADA.
• Batch blending.
• Computer start up and shutdown of cracking vessel.
• Confined space entry and confined space work. Permit issuing and writing.
• Maintain and use safe work practice at all times.
• Working at heights.
• Yard maintenance, pump maintenance, pipeline maintenance and vessel maintenance.
• Quality Control, product sampling, testing and Tank farm operations.
• Unloading and loading of bulk product.
• OHS representative.
• Waste water control.
• Record keeping.
• Read,record and intemperate data output.
• Customer liaison.
• 24/7 shiftwork.
• Ability to work within a team or autonomously.

Safe work operations.

• Tank farm Operator, operate and maintain high speed filling machines, filling 200ltr > 1ltr oil containers.
• Blender, using DCS system to manufacture blends, ability to read and understand blend recipes.
• Batcher from 2000Lts > 30000Ltrs.
• Forklift driver, warehouse operations, stock control, stock taking.
• Ship to shore transfers and Quality control.
• Product sampling and testing.
• Inventory control and receipt.
• Load and unload of bulk product.
• Waste water management.
• Assist with maintenance.
• Use Microsoft Word and SCADA software.
• Understanding of Hazchem.
• Working at heights, confined space entry.
• Fire team member.
• Attend in house workshops.
• OHS officer.
• Machine operator.
• Process flow control.
• Ability to work within team or autonomously.