Peter Vipene

Experience

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  Shell

  Jul 2013 - Jan 2014

  Operations Intern

  • Analyzing fluid samples • Measuring of sand cut from different wells • Analyzing the performance of different injection chemicals • Recording and updating chemical inventory log.• Supported our team in delivering our daily task• Delivered a project (factors interfering with the optimal performance of scale inhibitor EC6080A on the BONGA FPSO) which increases the awareness of the change in the water chemistry and the performance of the scale inhibitor.

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  Geospectra Engineering Services and Consultants Limited

  Feb 2019 - Jun 2021

  Chemist

  Wet Chemistry analysis; TOG, total hardness, turbidity, conductivity, PH, TDS, TOC, salinity, TSS, Chloride, Silica, Ammonia, Phosphate, nutrient analysis and alkalinity on water and soil samples.Coordinated and carried out Environmental Compliance Monitoring (air quality, effluent water, storm water, recipient water and rain water).Crude oil assay analysis;water content determination using ASTM D4006/D4007 method.API, S.G & Density determination using ASTM D287 & ASTM D1298 method.Reid Vapour Pressure using ASTM D323 Method.Sand cut analysis using volumetric method Cloud point & Pour point test using ASTM D2500 & D97 method respectively.Total sulphur and copper corrosion test.Gas Compositional Analysis of natural gas, LPG, LNG, Propane, etc using Agilent GC-FID/TCD. Calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.(UV Spectrophotometer, Gas Chromatograph etc.)Ensured proper documentation of analytical test results. Show less

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  Greenville LNG

  Sept 2020 - Jun 2021

  Laboratory Technician

  LNG, LPG, NGL, propane, mixed refrigerant gases, feed gas, low and high purity nitrogen compositional analysis using Agilent GC- FID/TCD Gas sampling from high and low pressure lines. Daily recording of GC support gases pressure.Calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.PH, conductivity, colour, concentration and CO2 loading analysis on Lean and Rich Amine. Demin water analysis (PH and conductivity) Foam test analysis.Quality documentation and reporting of analytical test results.Checking dew point using Shawn dew point meter Show less

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  Sterling Oil Exploration & Energy Production Co. Limited

  Jun 2021 - May 2024

  • Performed daily compositional analysis of natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas using Agilent 8890 model and SK-3Q04 (GC-FID, GC-TCD) gas chromatograph.• API, density and relative density determination on crude oil and petroleum products using the hydrometer ASTM D1298-12b method.• Performed Calibration & Maintenance of gas chromatograph and other laboratory equipment.• Gas sampling from high and low pressure lines.• Copper strip corrosion on liquefied petroleum gas at 37.8℃ using copper corrosion bath ASTM D1838 method.• Ethyl mercaptan on liquefied petroleum gas using gastec detection tubes.• Volatility on liquefied petroleum gas using weathering tubes ASTM D1837-02a method.• Reid vapor pressure on liquefied petroleum gas using vapour pressure bath ASTM D1267 and condensate using vapour pressure analyzer ASTM D323.• Hydrogen sulphide and total sulphur on liquefied petroleum gas using wickbold analyzer ASTM D2784.• Hydrogen sulphide on liquefied petroleum gas using gastec detection tubes.• Moisture content on natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas using gastec detection tubes.• Dew point temperature determination using the shaw automatic dew point analyzer.• pH, conductivity, turbidity, salinity and physico-chemical analysis on water samples.• Physico-chemical analysis on portable water samples.• Prepared standard operating procedures on water, crude oil and gas sampling and analysis • Performed water content determination using ASTM D4006/D4007 method on crude oil and condensate samples.• Prioritized work assigned, maintained accurate records of work performed and initiated corrective action in case of defective records or results. Show less Performed Crude oil Assay quality testing including Water content, API & SG determination, Cloud and Pour point determination, De-Emulsifier test on light and heavy crude oil etc. using A.S.T.M methods. Managed daily laboratory operations and ensuring timely delivery of results and customer satisfaction. Developed and carried out quality control programs including statistical procedures and techniques which enable the laboratory to meet the required quality standards at minimum cost. Performed internal calibration and maintenance for all laboratory equipment as per schedule. Prioritized work assigned, maintained accurate records of work performed and initiated corrective action in case of defective records or results. Show less

  • Laboratory Technician

    Mar 2022 - May 2024

  • Production Chemist

    Jun 2021 - Mar 2022
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  Green Energy International Ltd

  Jun 2023 - now

  Senior Laboratory Chemist

  Designed, set-up and managed all activities and programs of the laboratory.Prepared and provided technical approval for the purchase of all laboratory items and equipment.Trained laboratory personnel on equipment operation, calibration, and maintenance.Developed all laboratory documents including, SOP, lab quality manual, lab safety manual etc.Provided analytical support for plant pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup activities.Identified and created all sampling points based on plant design to obtain a true representative feed and product samples.Liaised with control room and process engineers to ensure that our products meet specifications.Conducted quality check on our products and issued analytical reports. Show less