Kurtis Bristow
Beerwah,QLD
Summary
Professional with nearly 8 years experience in oil refining operations, prepared to contribute effectively to a team. Strong focus on adhering to safety protocols, process optimization, and equipment maintenance. Reliable, adaptable team player, skilled in monitoring, troubleshooting, and ensuring safe efficient production flow and quality. Recognized for maintaining high standards and delivering results in dynamic work environments. Proficient in managing complex machinery, optimizing production processes and contributing to significant operational improvements. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting mechanical issues and adhering to strict safety protocols.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Refinery Operator
Cleanaway
03.2017 - Current
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting process modifications that led to better efficiency and performance metrics achievement.
- Cover team leader shifts by taking on higher duty responsibilities to ensure efficient and productive shifts
- Supported plant startups and shutdowns, ensuring a smooth transition between operational states.
- Complied with environmental regulations by tracking emissions data closely; worked with engineers to minimize pollutants release from processes.
- Reduced downtime by scheduling routine maintenance to be carried out on pumps, compressors, and other essential equipment.
- Provided training to new operators on standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation techniques.
- Assisted in turnaround projects for timely completion and minimizing production losses.
- Guided less experienced operators during critical tasks like unit start-ups or shutdowns providing invaluable expertise and experience for successful outcomes.
- Maximized product yield with careful analysis of process streams and making necessary adjustments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of daily operations, incidents, and equipment maintenance records for regulatory compliance.
- Evaluated and updated standard operating procedures to reflect current best practices, resulting in improved operational efficiency and safety.
- Enhanced communication among team members by implementing efficient shift handover procedures.
- Performed inspections to determine quality of final product.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities to reduce energy consumption and waste generation in the process units.
- Performed quality control checks on finished products before being released into the market for customer satisfaction.
- Safeguarded refinery assets through diligent monitoring; detected leaks early mitigating possible hazards or losses caused due to failures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions.
- Coordinated with laboratory technicians to analyze samples promptly, enabling swift decision-making based on accurate data.
- Optimized refinery efficiency by monitoring process units and adjusting operational parameters.
- Ensured safe work environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Telephoned and radioed team members to coordinate efficient and smooth pump operations.
- Assisted maintenance support on basic repairs such as: pumping equipment, flanges, blank and spade installations, line removals, lazer alignments, seal leak investigations and diagnosis
- Took samples of products for further analysis and standardized testing.
- Observed and tracked information from gauges, instruments and meters to proactively identify and address issues.
- Observed production operations, identified safety hazards and addressed problems to maintain safety for all personnel.
- Conducted general housekeeping functions such as removing spills and organizing supplies.
- Performed daily evaluations of wells by measuring tank levels, checking flow lines and documenting pressures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sunshine Beach High School
Sunshine Beach, QLD11-2012
Skills
- Issue Permit-to-Work System for employees and onsite contractors
- Team Communication
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives
- Incident Investigation
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Safety Protocols Adherence
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Equipment monitoring and calibration
- Maintenance Coordination
- Process Control Expertise
- Production Scheduling
- Instrumentation calibration
- Shift Handover Procedures
- Pressure management
- Pump operation
- Temperature monitoring
- Flow Rate Control
- Refinery Equipment Knowledge
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Loading and unloading
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Inspection procedures
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Safety Procedures
- Operational Efficiency
- Panel Operation and System monitoring
- Flow control
- Reporting skills
- Task Prioritization
- Quality Control
- Data Collection and Recording
- Continuous Improvement
- Safety Inspections
- Product quality checks and sampling
- Process gas control and monitoring
- Instrument reading
- Leak detection
- Pipeline inspection
Licences:
BA - Advanced Boiler Operation
LF - Forklift Truck
WP - Boom Elevated Work Platform
HR - Heavy Vehicle Driver Licence
General High Risk Training:
Confined Space
Working at Heights
Breathing Apparatus
First Aid and CPR
PUAFER005 - Fire Warden - Operate as part of an emergency control organisation
PUAFER006 - Chief Warden - Lead an emergency control organisation
Timeline
Senior Refinery Operator
Cleanaway
03.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Sunshine Beach High School
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