Pedro Da Silva

Experience

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  Galp

  Apr 2003 - Jul 2007

  LNG Regasification Terminal:- Shift leader for LNG operations- LNG Loading master- Emergency Response Team Coordinator- Operations& Safety coordinator and trainer for new Operations team members As field and control room operator for an LNG Regasification Terminal:- Routine field checks- Start-up equipment- LNG Loading Arms operation- Assistance/Support Maintenance team- Operation of the Plant via DCS system, respond to operational upsets, changes of nomination, LNG tank management, among other routine operations Support EPC contract for Sines LNG Terminal Project for Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning tasks execution:- pipe cleaning- pipe drying and inerting- cooldown- mechanical equipment commissioning- equipment testing- loop testing- C&E testing- ESD testing- F&G testing

  • Shift Supervisor and Operations & Safety Trainer

    May 2005 - Jul 2007

  • LNG Field & Panel Operator

    Jan 2004 - Apr 2005

  • LNG Pre-Commissioning/Commissioning Operator (Field & Panel)

    Apr 2003 - Dec 2003
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  SGC Energia

  Aug 2007 - Jun 2009

  Responsible for the management of the daily maintenance tasks of a Biodiesel Plant:- Follow Maintenance Plan for the difference plant sections and equipments- Arrange and coordinate the resources (sub-contractors)- Manage service agreements with external service providers- Manage and control spare parts - Work preparation for preventive and corrective maintenance- Attend to plant shutdowns due to equipment breakdown- Troubleshooting Support EPC contractor for Biodiesel Plant project in Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning tasks execution:- pipe cleaning- pipe flushing- mechanical equipment commissioning- equipment testing- loop testing- C&E testing

  • Deputy Plant Maintenance Manager

    Feb 2009 - Jun 2009

  • Commissioning, Start-Up & Operations Supervisor

    Aug 2007 - Jan 2009
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  REN

  Jun 2009 - Feb 2012

  PTW Coordinator and Interface Manager

  EPC Project for Sines LNG Terminal Expansion- Interface management between Main Contractor, Client and Operations Team, in order to safely execute construction works without disturbing normal plant operations, scheduling activities based on plant conditions- Permit to Work Coordinator for all construction activities perform inside “live plant” perimeter, preparing permits using Operations PTW system and based on Method Statements and JSA issued by EPC contractor- Commissioning Supervisor witnessing commissioning activities on behalf of the client to ensurecompliance with Project requisites, specifications and industry standards- HSE Site Supervisor for works executed inside live plant perimeter- SIMOPS Coordinator for Plant Operations/Maintenance activities and Construction activities Show less

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  Saipem

  Oct 2012 - Jan 2014

  EPC Project LNG Carrier conversion to FSRU – Toscana Project- Start-up procedures field review, to identify and anticipate possible issues or special needs.- Supervise start-up activities of cargo and top side (Regasification): Cargo Tanks, Interconnecting and Topside gassing up, cooldown and fill up;- Assist Process Engineers and Commissioning Engineer to perform Process Control Narrative tests (with Gas), in order to set-up plant for test as well as coordinate and assign start-up team to different tasks and plant locations.- Review of tests daily assigned to Start-up team- Supervise test run, trial run and performance tests to ensure compliance with EPC contract - Assist Vessel HSE Coordinator in Start-up matters. Show less EPC Project LNG Carrier conversion to FSRU – Toscana Project- Assist Commissioning Engineer during compressors and blowers’ dynamic functional tests. Preparation of Marked-Up P&ID’s, supervise field activities, fill in check lists and recording parameters.- Assist Process Engineers and Commissioning Engineer to perform Process Control Narrative tests (without Gas), in order to set-up plant for tests, as well as coordinate and assign start-up team to different tasks and plant locations- Review and approve Leak Test procedures issued by sub-contractor to ensure compliance with Project requirements- Supervise and inspect low-pressure and high-pressure Leak Test activities, to ensure compliance with acceptance criteria.- Marine Loading Arms Commissioning System Lead, in coordination with Vendor representative to ensure system functionality and compliance with the EPC contract, industry standards and good practices.- Assist HSE field technicians to ensure Project HSE rules were followed Show less

  • Offshore LNG Commissioning & Start-Up Shift Leader

    Aug 2013 - Jan 2014

  • LNG Commissioning Site Supervisor

    Oct 2012 - Jul 2013
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  Saipem

  Aug 2014 - Apr 2015

  Pre-Commissioning & Commissioning Area Lead / Jetty LNG Loading Master

  EPC Project for Polskie LNG Project – LNG Regasification Plant- Develop procedures and Marked-Up P&IDs for Process and Utilities systems pre-commissioning activities - Defining methods and acceptance criteria for pre-commissioning activities (piping only)- Develop Commissioning procedures related to Jetty equipment’s (Gangway, Loading Arms, Ship to Shore Link and process piping)- Review Operations procedures for Jetty and Truck Loading area- Coordinator of Pre-Commissioning & Commissioning activities for Jetty Area (all disciplines), to ensure tests were correctly performed and check lists properly filled in, signed by witnesses (Client and 3rd parties) and populated on Completion System.- Commissioning representative for internal and official walk downs for systems completion and handover (from Mechanical Completion to Commissioning and then to Ready for Start-up) - Assist Commissioning HSE Coordinator to develop Commissioning HSE Manual Show less

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  TGE Gas Engineering

  May 2015 - Sept 2015

  Commissioning Lead Engineer / Deputy Commissioning Manager

  EPC Project for 4 x 160000 m3 LNG Storage Tanks – Shenzhen LNG Project- Review and approval of LNG Tanks Commissioning and Handover procedures, under the scope of EPC consortium, prepared by sub-contractor’s- Coordinator and inspector of commissioning activities (executed by sub-contractor) to ensure tests were correctly performed and check lists properly filled in, signed by witnesses (Client and 3rd parties) and populated on Completion System- Consortium Focal Point for walk downs and punch listing Show less

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  Sener

  Nov 2015 - Apr 2016

  Operations Manager / Deputy Commissioning Manager

  EPC Contract for LNG Regasification Terminal – Dunkerque LNG Project- Revise Plant Start-Up, Handover procedures and work instructions such as Pre-Cooldown, Gassing-up, Cooldown, Test/trial runs and Performance tests.- Defining criteria, skills and requisites for Start-up Operations Team members recruitment and training- Organize and coordinate Plant Start-Up Team of 20 persons (supervisors, panel and field operators)- Training Coordinator for Owners Operations Team, contacting vendors to organize training content and schedule.- Advisor for HSE and Security matters related to Start-Up Operations (pre-cooldown, Gas-in, Cooldown, test runs and performance tests) Show less

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  Excelerate Energy

  May 2016 - Feb 2017

  Commissioning Engineer/Assistant Terminal Manager

  EPC and O&M Contracts for Ruwais LNG Terminal (FSRU based Terminal)First phase of project, Commissioning Engineer reporting directly to Project Manager, scheduling, planning, preparing and reviewing documentation (procedures, vendors manuals, P&ID’s and other associated to Commissioning and Operations);- Second phase of project, Assistant Terminal Manager reporting directly to the Terminal Manager, managing a team of 18 persons (15 operators and 3 maintenance technicians) in all aspects of directing and supervising the daily operations and maintenance activities of the Terminal, including troubleshooting, process optimization, revision of Operation Procedures, preparation of Maintenance Matrix and Manual, issuance of discipline, scheduling of staff (Day and Shift Schedule), training of existing and new staff, logistics (accommodation, food and transport) and other administrative tasks. Show less

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  Saipem

  Nov 2017 - Jan 2019

  FPSO Mechanical Commissioning Engineer

  EPCC Contract for Twin VLCC conversion to FPSO’s, Total Kaombo Project- For Norte Vessel, reporting to Marine Commissioning Lead, supervised mechanical hull pre- commissioning and commissioning activities performed by vendors, particularly the Hydraulic System for Cargo and Ballast Valves, ensuring task is safely executed as per planned schedule and applicable procedures.- For Sul Vessel, reporting to Topside Commissioning Lead, organize and supervise mechanical commissioning activities for Methanol (Hull, Topside and Subsea) and Sea Water Lift Pumps systems. Person in charge of the OT – Operational Tests of the systems mentioned above, coordinating all disciplines involved and leading tests, ensuring tasks are safely executed as per planned schedule and applicable procedures. Show less

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  Saipem

  Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

  Utilities Commissioning Engineer

  Independent Power Project – OKPAI IPP Phase 2Reporting to Commissioning Manager:- Developed and issued for approval Operational and Functional Test procedures for all the Utilities systems of the Combined Cycle Power Plant.

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  Wärtsilä Energy

  Mar 2020 - Jun 2021

  Senior LNG Commissioning & Preservation Engineer

  Hamina LNG Terminal, FinlandReporting to Commissioning and Site Managers- Developed project detailed commissioning and start-up procedures, including leak test, purging and cooldown (start-up)- Act as a Quality Control authority for all the pre-commissioning works performed by construction sub- contractors- PSSR (pre-start-up safety review) meeting chairman- Performed commissioning activities for individual equipment/systems, with the support of Vendors and subcontractors such as, Submerged Combustion Vaporizers, BOG Compressors, Flare, IA package- Performed leak tests, purging and dry-out for the entire terminal, including LNG tank- Developed preservation plan to keep the plant in ready for start-up conditions- Execute the preservation tasks on a daily basis- Attend/troubleshoot any issue rising from preservation activities Show less

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  CMC Consortium

  Aug 2021 - Jun 2022

  Project Commissioning Manager Advisor

  Cyprus LNG Import and Regasification Terminal, Limassol, Cyprus- Define Commissioning Philosophy and Execution Plan- Provide guidance to the Commissioning Engineers for all the commissioning preparation tasks, such as systematisation and completions process- Provide valuable input during FEED and detailed design- Active participation in HAZID and HAZOP exercises- Prepare commissioning schedule and manpower organisation- Coordinate with other project departments to resolve interface problems- Provides guidance to the Commissioning Engineers in analysing the scope as per contract and battery limit, as well as ensure the preparation of procedures for systematic and sequential pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up of the plant- Coordination with all the stakeholders of the project, such as EPC partners, construction partners, Owner, PMC team, Local Authorities, Vendors, etc. Show less

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  Exquisite Magnolia - Consultoria, Lda

  Jun 2022 - now

  Completions, Commissioning and Operations Consultant | LNG Projects

  Providing Completions, Commissioning and Operations consultancy services for LNG Regas Projects, land base and FSRU's to EPC Contractors, Owners and Operators in Europe.List of current and completed Projects and respective Clients:>> Hamina LNG - 08/2022 to 10/2022 - Start-up and Handover Management - TGE Gas Engineering>> Inkoo LNG Import Terminal - 09/2022 to 12/2022 - Commissioning and Stat-up Management - Gasgrid Finland>>Expansion Project Swinoujscie LNG Terminal - 07/2022 to 08/2024 - Completions System Setup Support, Commissioning Management, O&M Training Coordination - TGE Gas Engineering Show less

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  LNG Consulting Solutions Pte Ltd

  Feb 2024 - now

  Senior Technical Consultant | LNG Projects

  As a Senior Technical Consultant/Principal Consultant at LNG Consulting Solutions, alongside my trusted partners, I play a pivotal role in providing strategic guidance and technical expertise to our clients throughout all phases of energy projects, specializing in the LNG market. Leveraging our collective experience and in-depth industry knowledge, we lead projects, conduct technical reviews, and provide tailored solutions to meet our clients' unique needs. With a focus on excellence and innovation, we collaborate closely with our team to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality services while upholding the highest ethical standards. Together, we strive to drive efficiency, optimize project outcomes, and exceed client expectations in the dynamic energy landscape.List of current Projects and respective Clients:>> Energy Projects Consultant - 03/2023 to in progress - Completions and Commissioning Management, Support and expert advisory to setup CMS – Completion Management System, Preparation of Operations and Maintenance Manuals, Preparation for Safety Management System, Detailed Engineering Review, Site Visits and Inspections - Projectual Show less