Kashif Younas

Experience

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  Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission

  Jan 2010 - Feb 2011

  Assistant Engineer
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  Pakistan Refinery Limited

  Feb 2011 - May 2014

  Engineer Process & Utilities

  Monitoring and evaluating the performance of various process equipments like Distillation Columns, Heat Exchangers, Surface Condensers, Air Coolers, Pumps, Turbines, Compressors, Furnaces, Reactors, Cooling Towers, Degasifier, Deaerator, and Boilers.Involved in HAZOP meetings & HAZOP studdies.Controlling and monitoring Process parameters through DCS Panel for achieving on spec Products.Vigilance and thorough checking of finished Products to ensure its quality / standard up to the mark.Daily monitoring of hazards in the refinery regarding environmental circumstances in order to rectify themReview and update P& IDs, and PFDs and schematic drawingsProcess data logging, monitoring and equipment performance analysis.Equipment maintenance needs notifications and reviews using SAP.Standby rotating equipment schedule operation checks for reliability assurance.Hydrocarbon Loss Prevention in normal operation as well as in shutdown/start-up activitiesSafe Start-up and Shut-down according to Standard Operating Procedures. Shut down / Startup activities planner.Shift management and liaison.Test run coordination and verifications for all refinery processes.Safe hand over / takeover of equipment and machinery for maintenance.Maintaining & preparation daily activities log book & daily production report.Ensures implementation of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) programs.Implementation and follow up of HSE regulations (Work to Permit System, HAZARD Identification, Incidents Notification etc.)Safe Electrical lock out, tag out (LOTO) and try procedures/ Hazardous energy isolation.Communicating HSE issues to Supervisors and Contractors.Participates as a member of Area Health Safety Environment and Quality teamCo-worked with the team for Major Turnaround of PRL Pakistan which included inspection and monitoring of maintenance activities of Distillation Columns, heat exchangers, and other pressure vessels. Show less

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  AkzoNobel

  Jun 2014 - Oct 2017

  Shift Manager

  ICI is one of the largest petrochemical companies in the world. I am looking after the production of Polyethylene terephthalate which is further processed into polyester. Responsibilities:•Optimizing plant operations to achieve production KPI’s and ensuring HSE plan compliance•Leading a team of over 130 people with excellent HSE record•Ensure smooth plant operation and carrying out routine maintenance to achieve production targets•Initiates Studies and identify bottlenecks, suggest modifications and improvements in plants to make operations more efficient. Participate in HAZOP review meetings on related issues.•Developed different proposals / modifications / Simulations for improvement in plant operations and process efficiency.•Generate reports on Technical Issues for future reference. Scrutinize operating costs by optimizing utility/raw material consumption.• Develop and review process flow diagrams (PFD’s), Piping and Instrument Diagrams (P&ID’s) and Process Data Sheets. Participate in process safety audits. •Reviewed Operating / Emergency Procedures for improvement.•Update the ICI responsible care management system (HSE Procedures) and permit to work system•Prepared Training Modules and Validation Papers for the team. •Inventory control, production and utilities consumption management using SAP Show less

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  ICI Pakistan Limited

  Nov 2017 - now

  In my capacity as a Technical Manager, I am not only leading the Technical, R&D, Compliance, QC and Product Development teams but also actively implementing the company's vision to achieve strategic goals. This involves spearheading expansions, enhancing market share, and strategically expanding our footprints. I ensure that all activities within my purview align with company policies and guidelines, contributing to the overall success of the organization.My role also involves overseeing key performance indicators (KPIs) to gauge and improve team and departmental effectiveness. Additionally, I am responsible for implementing and monitoring Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) plans, conducting hazard studies, and ensuring that our operations adhere to the highest safety standards. By aligning our work with these essential elements, I contribute to the overall success and sustainability of the company.Leading process DBN/revamp studies wherever applicable.Identifying bottlenecks and proposing solutions to improve energy indexes and overall efficiency.Engagement with customers, product development and trials.Vendor selection, technical analysis, procedures development, HAZOP, Risk Assessment, Internal and External Audit Show less Being Coordination manager, I am responsible for maintaining and achieving overall production and HSE KPI’s, I am also responsible for HSE plan compliance, Auditing, Management of change, Risk Assessment, Production performance improvement initiatives, Debottlenecking. Responsibilities includes:• Leading a team of more than 120 people including managers, officers, Non-management and contractual staff to ensure safe plant operation and the meet production and HSE KPI’s as intended.• Analyzing the plant operations and suggesting necessary modification for performance improvement.• Participating in Management of change, Risk Assessments, HAZOP & PHR review meetings.• Participating in production review meeting as well as Capex meeting.• Involved in review of HSE plans, monthly production targets and strategy meetings.• Contact person to liaison with internal and external auditors (Site HSE evaluation, HSE review and ISO auditing)• Planning and executing smooth startup / shut down of the plant. Supervision of plant breakdowns, overhauls, implementation of PMP Schedule of plant Maintenance. Show less I was fully involved and leading the installation and commissioning of 48 TPD capacity recycle rPET plant, the plant was acquired from Erema Austria. LCI Pakistan Limited (formally ICI Pakistan Limited) being pioneer in manufacturing of polyester staple fibers had installed it first state of the art Pet Flakes recycle plant. The project involves the manufacturing of 48 TPD PET Granules/Chips from imported or local PET Flakes, These flakes are converted into chips which are further processed to recycle Polyester Fiber. The inherent benefits of the said project are;1. Use of 375,000,000 nos. of Post-Consumer PET (1 liter.) Bottles2. 2494 Tes reduction in CO2 foot print eq. to Planting 71 adult trees3. Reduction in waste4. Substitution of Raw Materials by utilizing /recycling PET bottles5. Increased job opportunities6. Increased business opportunitiesResponsibilities includes:• Successfully led all the project activities from equipment’s offloading & installation to commissioning and plant startup.• Regular meeting with EREMA team in Austria as Erema commissioning teams in Pakistan.• PFD and P&ID’s review and approval.• Procedure development, Risk Assessments and Hazard Studies.• Management and Non-management staff trainings.• Machine performance and Capacity testing.• Troubleshooting and resolving plant issue faced during commissioning and startup.• Local vendor’s evaluation and ordering of local spares etc.• Meeting the regulatory requirements (effluents and emissions etc.)• Flakes vendors analysis and selection of suitable vendors• Product trials to meet the quality started chips• Flakes testing and selection of suitable flakes for processing Show less Being Shift Coordination Manager and overall in-charge of operations team, I am responsible to achieve Production targets, Energy index and HSE KPI’s, Leading a team of shift managers, officers, Non-management & contractual staff to operate a 400 TPD continuous polymerization plant, 48 TPD Recycle plant, 34 tPD Bx polymer, Fiber section, Power Generation & Utilities sections. My core responsibility is to maintain smooth function of the man & machinery and perform all necessary troubleshooting & debottlenecking of plant issues. I have to optimize energy sources which helps in improving business profit margin.Responsibilities includes:• Custodian of HSE, energy and quality.• Managing efficient plant operation with optimizing energy to achieve the plant efficiencies and production KPI’s.• Initiating studies and identifying bottlenecks, suggesting modifications and improvements in plant to make operations more efficient.• Participating in Risk Assessments, HAZOP & PHR review meetings.• Reviewing plant Operating / Emergency procedures for improvement.• Generating reports on Technical Issues for future reference. Scrutinize operating costs by optimizing utility/raw material consumption.• Inventory control, production and utilities consumption management using SAP• Role as Emergency controller in case of any incident related to HSE&S. Conducting HSE&S performance & internal audits.• Contact person to liaison with internal and external auditors (Site HSE evaluation, HSE review and ISO auditing)• Planning and executing smooth startup / shut down of the plant. Supervision of plant breakdowns, overhauls, implementation of PMP Schedule of plant Maintenance.• Involved in successful & safe erection, commissioning of various project at CP polymer plant for improved efficiency of the plant.• Part of commissioning team for the project of Coal Fired Dowtherm Heaters, involved in pre-commissioning and commissioning activities till the start-up of plant Show less

  • Technical Manager

    Nov 2023 - now

  • Production Team Lead

    May 2022 - Dec 2023

  • Commissioning Manager

    Feb 2021 - May 2022

  • Shift Coordination Manager

    Nov 2017 - Jan 2021