Ravi Beekham
Penal
Summary
To contribute by providing leadership in a dynamic and challenging industrial environment that fosters innovation and growth, leveraging my expertise to drive organizational success while continuing my professional development.
Currently serving as Acting Technical Manager(approx. 4 months continuously) with over eight years of experience as Engineering Team Lead and an additional eleven years as a Project Engineer. Proven track record in project management, engineering construction, plant upgrades, and turnaround projects. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, optimizing processes, and delivering complex projects within scope, time, and budget.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Team Lead
Methanex Trinidad Limited
07.2017 - Current
- Led the integration of the Titan ASU inclusive of Operational transition and training, Maintenance procedures and PMs and Reliability improvement and MAH projects.
- Led cross functional teams to effectively coordinate the Atlas ASU integration activities.
- Supervised project management team for the Atlas 2020 DCS upgrade.
- Supervised the successful implementation of the EMOC rollout to the Trinidad site in 2022.
- Supervised the successful implementation and rollout of the Methanol Fuel blending initiative that involved the government and NGC.
- Supervision of the structural upgrade of the Atlas Cooling tower with prudent cost and RC management. Significant cost savings achieved.
- Supervised Capex management and led Opex management of the Atlas and Titan plants. Achieved Global Capex performance by implementing tight Capex and Opex control.
- Solved Atlas Water treatment contamination issue and implemented projects to avoid a recurrence on Atlas and Titan.
- Led the engineering team to successfully complete two turnarounds (one on Atlas(2020) and one on the Titan plant (2019)).
- Engineering Management, Project Cost estimation, SOW and RFQ preparation, Project Management, Planning and Scheduling. QA/QC Management, Engineering design and supervision of engineering design.
- Led engineering team in design and implementation of process improvements to reduce GHG including the Offgas to the ATR project.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing among team members by organizing workshops and training sessions, promoting a collaborative work environment.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals including Opex and Capex projects.
Engineer III
Methanex Trinidad Limited
07.2013 - 07.2017
- Supervised DCS 2016 field installation upgrade project at the Atlas Methanol plant.
- Supervised Bently Control system upgrade and the Titan plant quench valve upgrade projects.
- Coordinated the Technical and projects team to deliver Turnaround and Outage projects on time, within cost and within schedule.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete key Insurance Audit action projects including Static and E&I projects on time and within budget.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
- Mentored junior engineers, promoting professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.
Project Engineer
NM Insertech Caribbean Limited
11.2011 - 06.2013
- Led project planning and execution of the phase 1 and phase 11 refurbishment works for the Atlas Modular Cooling tower-piping, structural and rotating equipment works.
- Provided Engineering and execution oversight to facilitate correction of electrical fluting issues on the Auxiliary boiler combustion air fan motor.
- Supervision of the Upgrade of Electro-chlorination plant with Siemens Water technologies – piping, cells, control system and flowmeters.
- Worked as a support engineer on Atlas Methanol 2012 Foxboro DCS upgrade.
- Supervising the engineering design and installation of the Fire protection system upgrade for Titan Methanol tanks.
- Management of Titan Cooling tower shroud guard installation project.
- Management of Natural gas and Synthesis gas analyser installation project.
Project Engineer
Petrotrin
Pointe-a-Pierre
02.2010 - 11.2011
- FCCU Phase II Upgrade project manager.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and timely delivery.
- Analyzed project performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Managed budgets effectively for multiple projects, ensuring financial targets were met.
- Management of installation of cable trenches and duct banks, Instrument procurement, Calibration, field installation and loop checks.
- Led the preparation of QA/QC handover documentation.
- Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
Project Engineer
Petrotrin
Pointe-a-Pierre
09.2007 - 02.2010
- Supervised installation of E&I Systems for World Gas to Liquids plant.
- Supervised installation of interconnecting power supply from Concorde Substation to plant MCC.
- Led final acceptance testing for the GTL MCC Building.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure advantageous terms, contributing to cost savings.
- Led project planning and execution, ensuring alignment with client specifications and industry standards.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
Project Engineer
Point Lisas Industrial Estate/Valero Aruba Refinery
12.2006 - 08.2007
- Replacement of Instrumentation and cabling to Fin fans at YARA Trinidad limited.
- Installation of power supply and UPS system for the IT department at Methanex Trinidad Limited.
- Supervised refurbishment of instrumentation, lighting and earthing systems on ten(10) existing crude tanks and the Coke Barn at refinery.
- Supervised successful Switchgear upgrade for the Holiday Inn hotel in Aruba.
- Estimated, bid and executed projects for American contractors at the VARC refinery.
- Supervised the preparation and handover of QA/QC handover documentation to the VARC refinery.
Project Engineer
Insertech Aruba N.V.
Valero Aruba Refinery
12.2005 - 11.2006
- Led estimation, projects for the Installation of lighting, instrumentation and power for the Sulphur Handling unit in the VARC refinery.
- Supervision of the E&I upgrade to the Gasoil Hydrorefinery Unit.
- Management of all E&I works for the H3AR and C6C7 units Turnaround.
- Led the preparation of QA/QC handover documentation.
- Developed detailed project documentation, including scope definitions, schedules, and resource allocations.
- Led project planning and execution, ensuring alignment with client specifications and industry standards.
Electrical/Quality Engineer
Retrofit Trinidad Limited
12.2005 - 11.2006
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Conducted detailed audits to ensure adherence to ISO 9001 standards, maintaining a high level of compliance throughout the organization.
Plant Operator
Industrial Plant Services Limited (IPSL)
12.2005 - 11.2006
- Supervision of product loading activities.
- Used collected equipment data to observe trends in equipment performance and furnishing of this data to the Maintenance department for further analysis/action.
- Supported with diagnosing and trouble-shooting of equipment maintenance related problems.
- Operated and monitored plant equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards including turbines and pumps.
Electrical Technician
Ministry of Health
San Fernando General Hospital
07.1998 - 06.1999
- Supervised and performed permanent Electrical installations for annexes, refurbished buildings.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical systems within healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on electrical equipment to optimize operational efficiency and reliability.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Heriott-Watt University
B.Sc - Electrical and Computer Engineering, Major in Power Systems and Mathematics
UWI
Diploma - Electrical Electronic Engineering Technician
Diploma - Industrial Instrumentation Engineering Technician
Certificate - Primavera P6 Scheduling
International Society of Automation (ISA)
Certificate - Instrument Calibration
Certificate - Industrial Maintenance
Metal Industries Company Ltd. (MIC)Certificate - Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA)
UWI, St Augustine
GCE A'LEVEL - Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and General Paper
Naparima College
CXC O'LEVEL -
Iere High School
Skills
- Project Management
- People management
- Plant Integration
Affiliations
- A member of the Certified Business Professionals (CBP) in project Management
- A member of International Society of Automation (ISA)
Timeline
Engineering Team Lead
Methanex Trinidad Limited
07.2017 - Current
Engineer III
Methanex Trinidad Limited
07.2013 - 07.2017
Project Engineer
NM Insertech Caribbean Limited
11.2011 - 06.2013
Project Engineer
Petrotrin
02.2010 - 11.2011
Project Engineer
Petrotrin
09.2007 - 02.2010
Project Engineer
Point Lisas Industrial Estate/Valero Aruba Refinery
12.2006 - 08.2007
Project Engineer
Insertech Aruba N.V.
12.2005 - 11.2006
Electrical/Quality Engineer
Retrofit Trinidad Limited
12.2005 - 11.2006
Plant Operator
Industrial Plant Services Limited (IPSL)
12.2005 - 11.2006
Electrical Technician
Ministry of Health
07.1998 - 06.1999
MBA - Business Administration
Heriott-Watt University
B.Sc - Electrical and Computer Engineering, Major in Power Systems and Mathematics
UWI
Diploma - Electrical Electronic Engineering Technician
Diploma - Industrial Instrumentation Engineering Technician
Certificate - Primavera P6 Scheduling
International Society of Automation (ISA)
Certificate - Instrument Calibration
Certificate - Industrial Maintenance
Certificate - Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA)
UWI, St Augustine
GCE A'LEVEL - Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and General Paper
Naparima College
CXC O'LEVEL -
Iere High School
Awards
National Scholarship awarded in Electrical Electronic Engineering
Professional Capacity
PROJECT/E&I ENGINEERING TEAM LEAD
References
- Rishi Paryag, Maintenance & Reliability Manager at Natgasoline LLC, 19177055309
- Adesh Balliram, Senior Project Manager / EI&C Engineer at Venture Global LNG, Arlington, VA, USA, 15044935418