Yunus Kamil

Experience

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  Parson Brinckerhoff Africa

  Jan 2001 - Apr 2008

  Mechanical and Integrity inspector
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  Parsons Brinckerhoff Africa (t/a PB Power)

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2008

  Level II Inspector / Competent Inspector PV

  Installing a 5-bar steam line – Lanxess previously known as Chrome International. Working as the client QC inspector under an independent AIA on site, drawing up QCPs, PQR’s, WPS's, WPQ’s and carrying out material identification and cast number transfers, visual inspection of pipeline including fit ups, welding, NDT, dimensional inspections, pressure test release and data book review with the AIA inspector. (2007)Supporting in all elements of health, safety, security and environmental aspect for the organisation.Excellent communication skills at all levels while remaining dedicated to ensuring and understanding the company requirements and procedures. Major modification on reactor – Metso ND EngineeringContracted to Metso ND engineering for a major modification on a reactor at Engen Refinery as the quality control inspector liaising with the client inspector.Ensuring all documentation pertaining to the job was in order and notifying the inspector of all hold points.Involved in visual inspection including fit ups, welding, NDT, dimensional inspections, pressure test release and data book review. (2006)Quality Control Activities (QC) - Elgin Engineering – Fabrication of new vessels.Contracted to Elgin Engineering for the fabrication of 6 new pressure containing vessels as the quality control inspector which included approval of QCPs, PQR’s, WPS's, WPQ’s, Heat treatment procedures and NDT procedures.Carrying out material identification and cast no transfers. Visually inspecting pressure vessel components including fit ups, welding, NDT, dimensional inspections, pressure test release and data book review with the client inspector. (2005) Show less

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  Pressure Vessels and Boilers

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  Competent Persons

  Work history as a competent person inspector on the following Shut down/Turnarounds 2016 – Nigeria EGTL, 2009 – Sasol, 2007/ 2008 – Camden Power Station [Return to service] 2007 – Chevron Refinery, Sasol, Sappi Mandeni, FFS Refiners 2006 – Rohm and Haas, Sappi Mandeni, Shell chemical.As the CP V & CP B, performing document audit, statutory internal, external inspection and hydraulic pressure testing, also responsible for producing a “Statutory Periodic Inspection and Test Report”.In this report, the details of the nature and extent of the inspection is recorded together with any recommendations for maintenance or repairs.Confirming the refurbishment of safety devices, calibration of the pressure gauge, verification of the red line on the gauge, verification of alarms and cut out devices, access conditions, housekeeping etc. as detailed in the PER regulation.The report is submitted to the users responsible engineer. Reviewing the report and then decides on the recommendations (if any) relating to any repair or modification activities.Overseeing the involvement of the services of an NDT technician in the inspection of vessels. Show less

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  Chevron

  Apr 2008 - Aug 2014

  Fixed Equipment Reliability Inspector

  Conducting integrity assessment and evaluation of boilers, pressurized and non-pressurized vessels on the process unit’s.Determining the scope of work for the units.Reviewing and approving all drawings for the plant.Drawing up of quality control plans for any work that needs to be carried out on the unit pertaining to pressurized equipment or pipelines.Witnessing of hydro tests.Performing Arial inspection on pipelines.Reviewing heat treatment and NDT procedures and results that are performed by Chevrons contracting company.Attending unit reliability forums to identify possible risk that could upset the plant.As lead inspector on the tank rehabilitation program (project work):Ensuring fellow team members know what is expected of them.Conducting in service and Out of service inspections as per API 653.Determining the scope of work (SOW) for the tank program.Chairing weekly meetings with tank task team for progress updates and setbacks.Attending weekly meetings with project managers discussing the progress of the inspection tank team.Reviewing reports submitted by the team before final approval.Assisting RBI analysis with data input and other inspectors in obtaining their Competent Person accreditation.Assisting contractors on site to draw up welding procedure and welder’s qualification documents. Show less

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  Intertek

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

  Senior Technical Advisor

  Conducting integrity assessment and evaluations on pressurized and non-pressurized vessels and piping.Conducting manufacturing code compliance inspections for new pressure vessels fabricated.Reviewing and approving all drawings and witnessing hydro tests.Liaising with independent clients (owner/users and manufactures) providing technical advice regarding fabrication and regulatory compliance inspections.Consistently focused on product and process quality, continually trying to improve method.Implementing and supporting effective working practices and systems as required to continuously improve work scope delivery. Ensuring quality assurance of all work scopes are maintained, and all work is performed in accordance with company policies and the Health and Safety at work act.Working flexibly to accommodate the changing needs of the business, working long hours and taking on additional responsibilities. Show less

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  Chevron

  Feb 2015 - Jan 2018

  Project Inspector

  Conducting integrity assessment and evaluations on pressurized and non-pressurized vessels, piping and risers.Determining scope of work (SOW) for onshore and swamp facilities.Analyzing ultrasonic examination results to determine corrosion rates.Writing comprehensive inspection reports.Reviewing all NDT reports and RT films and phased array data aand writing repair recommendations.Raising visions work request for repairs and inspection task for additional inspection activities when required.Drawing up of quality control plans for repair activities.Supporting and improving team performance by sharing knowledge and best practices. Working as part of a team, alone or in a supervisory capacity and have an excellent ability to manage own workload within time allocated. Show less

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  Chevron

  Sept 2018 - now

  Fixed Equipment Lead Unit Inspector

  Conducting integrity assessment and evaluations on pressurized and non-pressurized vessels, piping.Conducting integrity assessment and evaluations on Above Ground Storage Tanks (ABS)Requesting relevant testing methods (Non-destructive and destructive testing) to evaluate and ensure fitness for service and continued use of equipment.Reviewing results and write comprehensive technical inspection reports to capture findings and advise when repairs or modifications are required.Ensuring technical reports are captured and maintained in the data management system (Visions)Effectively communicating with Key Customers and Stakeholders (Ops,Impact, Process Engineers Metallurgist etc)\Participating in unit reliability briefs to identify threats which can cause major upset in my Units.Participating in the planning of Risk Based Inspection (RBI) in conjunction with local legislation for API 570/510/653 and PRD compliance inspection tasks and outage frequency to optimize effective operating windows.Participating in the planning and executions of turnarounds and shutdowns.Mentoring national inspectors.Dealing efficiently and on own initiative with a high-volume workload. Working in a fast-paced high-pressure environment with the ability to consistently meet deadlines with the highest quality whether working solo or as part of a team. Show less