1. Mr John Oppelt
83 Dennegeur Avenue
Strandfontein
7798
Ph.: 02721 3935061
Cell: 0027834419921
joppelt@yahoo.com
Re: Job Application as Control room operator/lead
I John Oppelt hereby wish to apply for the position of a Control Room
Operator. I have the necessary skills, qualifications and characteristics for
the position. I have a high aptitude for safety management systems and see
myself as a good team player. I have excellent communication skills and a
driven attitude towards success. I studied chemical engineering (S4
Diploma) and currently have 20 years experience in the oil and gas industry
of which more than 10 years as DCS Console Operator.
I thank you for considering me this position and looking forward to your
correspondence. Please feel free to contact me on the above contact details.
Thank You
John Oppelt
CRO/PTW coordinator

2. CURRICULUM VITAE
1. PERSONAL DETAILS
SURNAME : Oppelt
NAME : John
ADDRESS : 83 Dennegeur Avenue
Strandfontein
7798
CONTACT NUMBERS : (021) 393 5061
Cell 0834419921
IDENTITY NUMBER : 740317 5099 083
SEX : Male
MARITAL STATUS : Married
LANGUAGES : Afrikaans, English
DRIVERS LICENCE : Code 08
CURRENT HEALTH : Excellent
EXPERIENCE : 20 years

3. 2. EDUCATION
SECONDARY EDUCATION
SCHOOL ATTENDED : Portland High Senior Secondary
MATRIC CERTIFICATE : Physical Science HG C
: Biology HG B
: History HG B
: English HG D
: Afrikaans HG C
: Mathematics SG B
TERTIARY EDUCATION
INSTITUTION : Peninsula University of Technology
DIPLOMA : National Diploma Chemical Engineering
SUBJECTS PASSED : S1
Chemistry IA
Physics IA
Mathematics IA
Drawing: Chemical Engineering IA
Communication Skills
: S2
Chemical Engineering Technology II
Chemical Process Industries II
Engineering Physics II
Inorganic Chemistry II
Physical Chemistry II
: S3
Chemical Engineering Technology III
Computer Skills I
Mathematics IIB
Management Skills IA
Thermodynamics: Chem. Eng. III
: S4
Chemical Engineering Technology IIIB
Chemical Process Design: Principles III
Chemical Plant IIIB
Management Skills IB
Process Control III

4. IN-SERVICE TRAINING
COMPANY : Karbochem / Sasol 3
DURATION : 1994 - 1996
DUTIES PERFORMED : Day to day operation of the pilot plant.
: DCS Operation
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
EMPLOYER : Chevron Oil [SA] [PTY] Ltd
COMMENCEMENT DATE : 05November 1996
POSITION : Console Operator
EXPERTISE:
: Kerosene Hydrotreater unit operation& DCS
: Diesel Hydrotreater unit operation& DCS
: Amine treating unit operation& DCS
: Viscosity breaker unit operation& DCS
: Boiler Operation& DCS
: Refinery Fuel gas system & LPG
: UOP Isomerisation unit operation
: Naphtha Hydrotreater unit operation
: Project Co-ordinator
: UOP Platformer unit operation
Expertise: Low pressure Console (Chevron oil)
High pressure Console (Chevron oil)

5. PROJECTS PERFORMED
 Catalyst regeneration on the Platformer and Hydrotreater
 Furnace decokes and pigging
 Commissioning of the upgraded diesel plant in order to produce 500ppm Sulphur
diesel (PQP project)
 Co-ordination of the installation of lines and fittings during shutdowns
 Upgrading of the amine units
 Decommissioning of the redundant boilers
 Safety projects in order to ensure zero injuries and incidents
 Operations representative for the Viscosity breaker upgrade (Soaker drum project)
 Commissioning and start-up of the FPSO KIKEH offshore facility in MALASIA
JOB DESCRIPTION
Monitoring and controlling product quality on a shift basis as per unit
regulations. Responsible for smooth and efficient control of process units to
meet the requirements of unit regulations.To familiarise myself with plant
procedures and to make use of it during start-ups, shutdowns and
emergencies.
ASSIGNMENT: OPERATIONS REPRESENTITIVE (Project Co-ordinator)
Roles, Responsibilities and Objectives
The main objectives of the assignment are to train the Visbreaker Operations Team to
operate the revised unitand assist with commissioning of the unit.
On completion of training, it is expected that the Visbreaker Operations Team should
understand and be able to complete the following:
 Fully understand the overall purpose of the unit and be familiar with each piece of
equipment.
 Be familiar with all new piping and be able to follow new line ups; know each tie-
in and take-off point including control stations.
 Be able to identify all HC drain points and when to use including blinding steps
for shutdown and start-up.
 Be able to execute the start-up procedure and actions to be taken during
commissioning of the Visbreaker.
 Be able to execute the start-up sequence of individual equipment.
 Fully understand the ESD systems’ functionality and when to activate each
system.
 Be able to carry out unit checks and do hand held routes.

6.  Fully understand the consequences if equipment is not commissioned as per
procedure or policy.
During construction the responsibilities and duties of the OPS Rep will include but not be
limited to the following:
 Issue and arrange for the appropriate approvals for all permits.
 Assist and lead a safe shut down of unit.
 Be responsible to remove HC from the unit, steam out each section and install
isolation blinds to ensure complete isolation of systems to be worked on.
 Follow safe work practices as per Chevron policies.
 Assist in daily unit preparation/ isolation during the T&I period.
 Carry out equipment internal and external checks prior to box-up, and on
completion of box-up.
 Provide guidance to contract staff regarding work to be carried out.
 Witness and assist instrumentation group with control valve stroking and loop
checks.
 Identify and hang tags correctly for all new tie-ins, as per approved tagging
procedure.
 Be responsible to identify every tie-in point is safe to progress cutting/
welding prior to commencement of hot work.
 Be responsible to carry out an as-build P&ID check of the unit prior to start-
up.
 Be responsible to complete pre-start-up checks of each and every system
confirmation of line up and gasketing.
 Be responsible to complete a leak test of entire unit as per procedure.
 Take total accountability for correct line-ups and correct commissioning of
equipment during start-up period.
 Accept full responsibility for the safe operation of the unit.
Work Instruction and Supervision
The OPS Rep/supervisor will report to the Visbreaker Project Managerduring the term of
the assignment. He will act as your sole supervisor during this period.
As OPS Rep, you will fulfil a semi supervisory role and will be required to attend all
Visbreaker meetings where your presence will add value. You will work closely with the
Visbreaker Construction Team to share the supervisory roles and responsibilities.
The OPS Rep will be expected to chair meetings and conduct training sessions without
additional supervision. If you need any training, coaching or assistance in this regard, it
will be provided to you.

7. TRAINING COURSES
Emergency First Aider
Advanced Petro-Chemical Fire Fighting
Course(PetroSA)
Shift Emergency Response Team
Performance based leadership
Behavioural safety training techniques
Basic Offshore survival and emergency
AGT (Accredited gas training course)
STOP training
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT:
EMPLOYER: SINGLE BOUY MOORINGS
LOCATION:
Malaysia – Labuan offshore
Malabo West Africa
POSITION: Control room operator/Acting Production Supervisor
Current responsibilities
As Control room operator. I’m capable of operating DCS, Fire and Gas and ESD
systems from the Central Control Room. Duties include optimizing the process, reduce
and control plant upsets. I effectively respond to emergencies. I will ensure that plant
inhibits and overrides are controlled as per procedures and MS guidelines. I ensure that
personnel under my supervision are fully competent and aware of their responsibilities.
Control room duties
 Cut back production to suit operation requirement in the event of emergency or
process upset.
 Start and stop operation of process equipments during normal operation.
 Stop any non-compliance activities within the process area.
 Check and approve work activities within process area.
 Change operating parameters to suit production operation changes.
 Shutdown operation in the event of unsafe condition exists.
 Training nationals on the DCS and CRO responsibilities.

8. Additional responsibilities
*Permit Coordinator.*NOSA Safety Standards.*NOSA MBO Systems.*OSH
Act.*Hazardous substances.*Plant safety rules & procedures.*Electrical lock-out
system.*Operating instructions.*All plant equipment knowledge.*Commissioning
/decommissioning of equipment. *Handling of process abnormalities and
hazards.*Work permits. *Basic Instrumentation/Control systems.*ISO 9002 and
14001 requirements.*Log and report writing. *CRO Plant Functional Tests.*Cause
and effect Co-Coordinator. *Root Cause Analyst.*Operating Distillation and
Fractionation Columns.*Commission and de-commission process plants.*Operate,
achieve and maintain optimal operating parameters. *Monitor information concerning
process conditions, and solve problems/take corrective action.*Exchange information
on process conditions at shift hand-over.*Report and respond to incidents, hazardous
conditions and/or emergencies.*Ensure that the production plan is effectively
executed on shift.*Ensure the safe operation of the plant and equipment.*Effective
co-ordination of supporting activities.*Take charge of emergency situations on the
plant.*Communicate, co-ordinate and assist team members in the production
process.*Compile shift reports and report deviations. *Inspect all equipment and plant
areas for spillage and solve related problems.*Comply with all legal requirements and
plant operational procedures.*Examine equipment and complete safety
checklist.*Adhere to applicable safety and work standards.*Practice good
housekeeping, the same as my own.*Coarse Filtration System.*Water Injection
Systems.*Fine Filtration System.*Deaerator Columns.*Chemical Injection.*TEG
System.*Heating and cooling medium Systems.*IP/MP/HP Gas Compression
System.*2/3 Phase Separation Systems.*VRU System.*Flare Systems.*HP and LP
Fuel gas Systems.*Flare Stack.*Methanol Injection Systems.*Sub-sea Aker Kvaerner
System.*Turret System.*IG System (Inert Gas System).*DTU System (Dry Tree
Unit).*Fire and Gas inhibits Coordinator.*ICSS Coordinator. (Integrity Control
Safety Systems).
 Plan, organize and perform Authorized Gas Tester (AGT) tasks for equipment and/or
areas as per PTW system for safe handover to alternate shift teams
 Develop, implement and maintain production aspects of the Facility Management
System
 Responsible to record and maintain Panel log sheets, activities log, equipment history
log, required checklist completion, and perform quality shift handover
 Ensure good housekeeping standards on process equipment and facilities
 Achieve KPI’s target
 Comply with procedures as per company regulations.
 Minimise production downtime.
 Minimise equipment downtime.
 Stay and exceed the production target and stay within the budget limit.
 Material received on time and no discrepancies.

9.  Minimise HSE incidents
 Increase company policy integrity.
 Plan, organize and perform all safety equipment routine checks to ensure full
operability and availability of the equipment in compliance with HSE rules,
regulations and procedures
 Supervise the daily activities of the Production Technicians to ensure that risks
associated with their work has been assessed and work is performed safely and
efficiently
 Campaign and ensure active safety awareness in the production team
 Ensure Production Work Team Safety meetings are conducted as required in the
Management System
 Assist in development of Facility safety systems
 Increase company policy integrity.
 Minimise costing impact.
 Achieve and exceed CLIENT expectation.
 Consistence’s philosophy in the design as per oil & gas standard.
 Future reference and lesson learnt.
 HSE compliance.
 Maintain good relations and appreciation
 Good inter-departmental relationship
 Conducting training for junior production technicians to develop them to be
technically competent in performing their assigned tasks
 Conducting the development and assessment of production personnel competencies
 Performs any other jobs as assigned to meet production and operational requirements
 Maintain good relations and appreciation
 Good inter-departmental relationship
 Support the Production Supervisor in ensuring the process system operations integrity
 Assist with the development of, and assessment of production expenditure
 Ensures adequate process chemicals stocks and inventories
 HSE compliance
 Achieve CLIENT expectation
 Increase company policy integrity.
 Minimised costing impact