Jervian Johnson

Experience

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  Petrojam Limited

  Jan 2013 - Aug 2014

  Process Engineer

  Conducted detailed engineering design for Biocide Treatment system for Diesel Storage Tanks. Ensured biocide chemicals were procured in accordance with company guidelines and gained permit approval from the Ministry of Health, Jamaica. Newport West Facility Project Development: Designed and evaluated the firewater system in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards; designed the Automotive Diesel Oil (ADO) Dye Injection System – with safety and environmental considerations.Newport West Facility Project Development: Specified tie-in lines for the receival and distribution of ADO and ULSD; Designed and evaluated the firewater system in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards (NFPA 11, 15, 16, 20, 25, and 30); designed the ADO Dye Injection System – with safety and environmental considerations.Conducted Process Hazard Analysis for the ADO and Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel receival and distribution systems; ADO Red Dye Injection System; and the Firewater protection system.Prepared Conceptual Design for a Diesel coalescer prefilter to reduce the particulate concentration of the Diesel so that the Bright and Clear Appearance of the product can be improved.Assessed Petrojam Dock lines to determine the requirements for specifying Thermal Relieve Valves (TRVs) for the protection of pipelines from overpressure due to thermal expansion of blocked-in products. Show less

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  National Environment and Planning Agency

  Jan 2018 - Feb 2020

  Environmental Engineering Specialist

  Team Leader for the environmental management programme at JISCO Alpart. This involves monitoring the bauxite plant to ensure that the systems are in compliance with the regulatory requirements of the National Environment and Planning Agency. Involves coordinating the efforts of stakeholders from external agencies, such as Jamaica Bauxite Institute, Water Resources Authority and Mines and Geology Division, etc.

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  Continental Baking Company Limited

  Feb 2020 - May 2020

  Supervisor - Production/Quality & Sanitation

  Determined the maximum Plant operating capacity, using each manufactured product as a basisConducted thorough research on the morphology, classification and life cycle of moulds; the impact of mould on baked product shelf life; and methods for eliminating or controlling mould growthCoordinated the daily, weekly and quarterly cleaning schedules; and conducted qualitative and quantitative monitoring of effective cleaning and sanitizing of food contact and non-contact surfacesRecommended the safe use of alternative chemical solutions for sanitizing food contact surfacesIdentified factors that impact product quality and product specification, and recommended suitable solutions for addressing themConducted investigations to determine the root cause of Plant incidents and product quality issues Show less

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  Scientific Research Council

  Jun 2020 - Nov 2020

  Process Development Officer

  Provided technical supervision for the construction of a Biodigester Septic Tank (BST) at the Cari-Med Distribution CentreConducted field surveys and environmental assessments for the feasibility of producing biogas from vegetable and animal wasteConducted research to determine the biomethane potential of industrial effluent sludge samplesPrepared research proposal for the utilization of sargassum for renewable energy developmentConducted wastewater treatment plant effluent samples collection and analyses Show less

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  Jamaica National Heritage Trust

  Dec 2020 - Nov 2022

  Senior Project Coordinator

  Project Manager for Marcus Boyhood Home Redevelopment, Marcus Garvey Family Relocation and Colbeck Castle Restoration Projects.Evaluated technical/business and financial proposal of consulting agency employed for the restoration, reconstruction and adaptive reuse of the Old Naval Hospital and ParkConducted procurement of contractual services to perform various job functions, including quantity surveying, topographic surveying, roof restoration and construction, environmentally friendly wastewater system design and construction, and others works related to the rehabilitation of heritage sites Show less

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  Office of the Prime Minister of Jamaica

  Dec 2020 - Nov 2022

  Jamaica House Fellow

  Working alongside Senior Government Officials has exposed me to the work and level of effort and skill required to manage and monitor the scarce resources of the country. This position has also provided enormous opportunities for networking; and exposure to culture heritage sites and has allowed me to gain greater appreciation of our culture and history.

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  Tropicks365

  Jul 2021 - now

  Managing Director

  Produces authentic Jamaican dried fruit snacks and loose teas, all made from local ingredients2022 Inter-American Institute for Corporation on Agriculture (IICA)Youth in Agribusiness Awardee2023 Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters' Association (JMEA) Jamaica Emerging Manufacturer & Services (JEMS) Awardee2023 Ernst & Young (EY) Entrepreneur of the Year (EOY) Awards Finalist

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  University of Technology, Jamaica

  Sept 2022 - now

  Lecturer

  Teaches Chemical Engineering courses, including Thermodynamics, Major Project Research, Pharmaceutical Technology, Transport Phenomena and Fermentation TechnologyCo-Chairperson of the Strategic Planning Committee, which provide support to the School of Engineering in reviewing and monitoring the strategic objectives and achievements of the schoolProvides academic advisement to students