A result-oriented Engineering technologist bringing 17 years experience in production environments. Involved in continuous Process Plant Operations in Metals & Refining. Multiple plant commissioning roles in refineries and power plants construction, installations and fabrications. Known for commitment to increasing production efficiency, reducing downtime and costs and maximizing plant efficiency to drive customer satisfaction.
Hi, I’m
MARVIN S. ANTONIO
Hopetoun,Australia
Summary
Overview
18
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
First Quantum Minerals Australia Nickel Pty. Ltd.
Hydro-Leach Process Technician 3
12.2022 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Understanding the operational targets within the area and the control strategies used
- Monitoring plant conditions and implementing changes and adjustments as needed in DCS and field
- Troubleshooting operational and equipment issues and escalating these as needed in Five major plant areas of Hydro-Leach areas.
- Maintains plant housekeeping and safety to a high standard
- Actively report any incidents on site and assist where required in any incident investigation
- Implement isolations and issue permits to work as requested.
FCF Minerals
Process Plant Trainer
10.2021 - 10.2022
Job overview
- Developed customized training materials ensuring relevance to the target audience and validates operators & staff in their competence level
- Conducts annual trainings needs analysis for all Process Plant personnel to make sure all have attended required training
- Identified workers with specific skill sets to recommend for promotions or raises, increasing internal hiring 20%.
- Evaluated effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
- Analyzed team performance and identified opportunities for additional training.
SGS Philippines
Lead Process Technician
09.2019 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Performed product marking and verification of quantity of product to be marked in accordance with company standards/procedure and client requirements
- Interfaced with 6 client or terminal representatives during marking activities to ensure and maintain good communication and smooth operation
- Ensured samples are properly and completely labeled prior to submission to the laboratory analyst for marker test
- Ensured to operate to the highest standards of ethics, in accordance with the company’s code of Integrity.
JGC Philippines
Commissioning Engineer / Site Supervisor
10.2018 - 04.2019
Job overview
- Reviewed vendor’s detailed design drawings, manuals and procedures for commissioning of various motor pumps for lube oil of Steam Turbine and generator, Boiler feed pumps, Boiler’s ID, Primary & Secondary Fans, Rotary airlock valves, STG turning gear, etc
- Effectively plan and implement flushing, blowing out, loop testing, validation and preservation of equipment and piping within their allocated subsystem
- Supervised troubleshooting as per vendor’s recommendation and actual site situation during commissioning test runs by using approved ITP’s and work methods as per acceptance criteria
- Supervised and initiated commissioning activities like Water Flushing, Air Blowing, Chemical Cleaning, Passivation and Mechanical Test Run for Air Compressor, Water Treatment Area, Open and Closed Cooling Water System, Cooling towers, Light Fuel Oil, Pre-Boiler/ Boiler Area and Steam Turbine Generator
- Take control and strict implementation of Permit to Work process (PTW) to be followed, maintained and correctly implemented on each sub-system.
Maaden Wa’ad Shamal Phosphate Company
Commissioning Engineer & Process Training Coordinator
01.2016 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Supervises t day-to-day Plant activities like product receiving, Train unloading/loading, tank-to-tank transfer, tank truck unloading/loading, deliveries to customers and product transfers
- This includes planning, coordination, and control of above activities, as well as inventory stock control management
- Reviewed and approved vendor dossiers for equipment documentation within the discipline and from other disciplines for compliance with project requirements, and actively seek discrepancy resolution
- Responsible in the development of department standards, procedures, practices and guidelines
- Prepared and initiated exceptions, vendor liabilities report for further warranty investigation
- Initiated Management of Change (MOC), Notice of Deficiency (NOD), Non-Conformance Report (NCR) and Technical Status Report (TSR) of commissioned packages and operational plant
- Developed Training materials and courses for operators and qualifying them as per the company’s requirement.
JKC Joint Venture JGC/KBR/CHIYODA
Material Control/MER Coordinator
09.2012 - 05.2015
Job overview
- Monitored and expedited status of material through MER/TOSTR System then in charge of generation of MER’s and sending of notice to vendors for claims.
- Processed 100% of materials, equipment and supplies received, ensure shipping documents/packing list/purchase order specifications are correctly processed and documented.
- Responsible in Preservation of materials in alignment of PJ specification and Vendor’s recommendation.
- Supervised weekly and monthly reports as presented by subcontractor(s) and notify supervisor, project controls and project team of non-compliance, and/or area of concern and corrective actions
- Assessed the Close out Report (OS&D and NCR) submitted by the subcontractor.
- Determined engineering/actual cost as per contractual basis for Site Instructions or rectifications.
- Negotiated contracts successfully with vendors securing favorable terms while upholding high-quality standards.
Japan Gas Corporation
COMMISSIONING ENGINEER
05.2011 - 05.2012
Job overview
- Developed multiple detailed Pre-commissioning and Commissioning procedures like Air Blowing, Tightness Test, Steam Blowing, Chemical Cleaning, Pump Mechanical Run-in, Power Flushing and Water commissioning of various pumps, vessels, thickeners, tanks, pipelines, and new equipment
- Managed plans for smooth execution of several commissioning tasks for complete satisfaction of client`s commissioning and start-up activities with proactive in safety and health program at all times and submit progress report in commissioning tasks.
- Evaluated vendor proposals for equipment supply, making recommendations based on technical specifications and budget considerations.
Sherritt – Ambatovy PJ
PROCESS COMMISSIONING SUPERVISOR
04.2010 - 02.2011
Job overview
- Participated in HAZOP for verifying proper operation of equipment like pumps, detectors, computerized control system fault detection
- Supervised commissioning activities of new equipment in Air blowing, water flushing and steam blowing of pipelines and equipment
- Reviewed and developed training materials and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for different systems and new equipment installed
- Take control and absolute implementation of Permit to Work System and comply with Lockout and Tag out system.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
BHP Billiton Nickel West
PROCESS ENGINEER
01.2009 - 03.2009
Job overview
- Conducted process improvement, work practices and equipment change which improved productivity and enhanced equipment availability
- Updates and presents monthly statistics in terms of equipment running time, downtime, downtime frequency, and frequency of operational upsets and gives appropriate recommendations for improvement.
Norilsk Nickel Pty. Ltd.
PROCESS TECHNICIAN
10.2008 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Facilitated various plant equipment like flotation, ball mills, conveyors, crushers, Limestone plant, filters, thickeners, roughers and scavengers and inspection of tailing pond area.
- Assisted in various maintenance activities during phase plant shutdowns.
- Contributed to efficient operation of process area by monitoring and recording process information and timely correction of process exceptions in floatation mill and tailings area by using PLC (CITECT) and DCS.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance by performing regular equipment inspections and preventative measures.
Sumitomo Coral Bay Nickel Corporation
PROCESS SUPERVISOR
12.2006 - 10.2008
Job overview
- Monitor and control process parameters in Ore Preparation, High Pressure Acid Leaching, Pre-Neutralization, Counter-Current Decantation, and Neutralization Units through Distributed Control System (DCS)
- Operation and monitoring of Conveying system in ore preparation area, Autoclave Feed Pumps (GEHO TZPM 1200 Piston Diaphragm Pump), Sulfuric Acid Feed pump (LEWA LDHB-LDH-2), Venturi-Type Scrubber system, High Pressure Air Compressor (MIKUNI)
- Controlled and supervised Autoclave operations, Autoclave Agitator Seal and Flushing System, Pump Mechanical seal system, Heaters, and Flash Tanks.
- Implemented safety protocols, resulting in a decrease in workplace accidents and improved compliance with industry regulations.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
Education
Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of TechnologyIligan City, Philippines
Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering from Metallurgy
05.2005
University Overview
Skills
- Process Flows
- Continuous Improvement
- Operational Efficiency
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Technical Documentation and Reporting
- Procedure Updating
- Material Management
- Chemical Handling
- Commissioning
Certification
- Managerial Style and Effectiveness, 10/03/2017
- Train the Trainer, 03/27/2018
- Root Cause Analysis, 10/09/2017
- Technical Report Writing, 11/12/2017
- Flotation Training, 11/10/2021
- Biological Oxidation Training, 12/15/2021
- Environmental Management System, ISO 14001, 03/02/2022
- Occupational First AID and Basic Life Support – CPR with AED, 01/08/2021
- Scaffolding Installation and Dismantling Training, 04/20/2022
- Forklift License to Perform High Risk Work (LF TLILIC 0003), 06/01/2023
- CPR & LV Rescue Training (HLTAID009; UETDRRF004), 03/21/2024
- Gas Test Atmospheres Training (MSMWSH217), 03/20/2024
- Enter and Work in Confined Space (RIIWHS202E), 03/20/2024
- Work Safely at Heights (RIIWHS204E), 03/19/2024
Systemsandapplications
Systemsandapplications
- Word
- Excel
- Power Point
- Centum VP
- PCS 7
- Emerson Delta V DCS
- CITECT
- Project Management System (PMS)
- Integrated Document Management System (INDRA)
- Material Exception Report System (MER)
- Salesforce Systems
- Naviswork Freedom (user)
- Integrated Construction Management System (ICMS)
- Turn Over System Tracking Report (TOSTR)
- Preservation Monitoring (J-Edix)
- Fuel Integrity Management System (FIMS)
Timeline
Hydro-Leach Process Technician 3
First Quantum Minerals Australia Nickel Pty. Ltd.
12.2022 - 06.2024
Process Plant Trainer
FCF Minerals
10.2021 - 10.2022
Lead Process Technician
SGS Philippines
09.2019 - 10.2021
Commissioning Engineer / Site Supervisor
JGC Philippines
10.2018 - 04.2019
Commissioning Engineer & Process Training Coordinator
Maaden Wa’ad Shamal Phosphate Company
01.2016 - 06.2018
Material Control/MER Coordinator
JKC Joint Venture JGC/KBR/CHIYODA
09.2012 - 05.2015
COMMISSIONING ENGINEER
Japan Gas Corporation
05.2011 - 05.2012
PROCESS COMMISSIONING SUPERVISOR
Sherritt – Ambatovy PJ
04.2010 - 02.2011
PROCESS ENGINEER
BHP Billiton Nickel West
01.2009 - 03.2009
PROCESS TECHNICIAN
Norilsk Nickel Pty. Ltd.
10.2008 - 01.2009
PROCESS SUPERVISOR
Sumitomo Coral Bay Nickel Corporation
12.2006 - 10.2008
Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering from Metallurgy
- Managerial Style and Effectiveness, 10/03/2017
- Train the Trainer, 03/27/2018
- Root Cause Analysis, 10/09/2017
- Technical Report Writing, 11/12/2017
- Flotation Training, 11/10/2021
- Biological Oxidation Training, 12/15/2021
- Environmental Management System, ISO 14001, 03/02/2022
- Occupational First AID and Basic Life Support – CPR with AED, 01/08/2021
- Scaffolding Installation and Dismantling Training, 04/20/2022
- Forklift License to Perform High Risk Work (LF TLILIC 0003), 06/01/2023
- CPR & LV Rescue Training (HLTAID009; UETDRRF004), 03/21/2024
- Gas Test Atmospheres Training (MSMWSH217), 03/20/2024
- Enter and Work in Confined Space (RIIWHS202E), 03/20/2024
- Work Safely at Heights (RIIWHS204E), 03/19/2024
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