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NIL SHETH

NIL SHETH

Summary

Mechanical Engineer with over 8 years of expertise in rotary and static equipment maintenance, shutdown planning, and reliability centered maintenance (RCM) in refinery, chemical, and oil & gas industries. Skilled in developing and executing preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, improving equipment reliability, and ensuring compliance with HSE standards. Proficient in SAP PM, SAP MM, and advanced maintenance methodologies, with a proven track record of optimizing plant operations and reducing downtime.

Overview

9
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

OQ8 Duqm Refinery

Rotary Maintenance Supervisor
09.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Implemented RCM strategies to enhance equipment reliability, identifying potential failure modes and optimizing maintenance schedules for critical rotary machinery
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to perform risk assessments and establish preventive measures tailored to plant operations
  • Designed and executed detailed Preventive & Predictive Maintenance schedules (daily, weekly, monthly), incorporating predictive tools like vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis to prevent unplanned downtime
  • Developed comprehensive spare parts inventory plan based on SPIRs, equipment datasheets, and P&ID reviews. Ensured timely availability of spares for routine and emergency maintenance, reducing procurement delays
  • Directed the execution of shutdown activities, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion while adhering to safety and budgetary constraints
  • Worked with operations, safety, and engineering teams to address constraints, implement corrective measures, and align maintenance practices with production goals
  • Maintained and updated SAP PM and MM systems with accurate data, including work orders, failure codes, and maintenance history
  • Prepared detailed MIS reports highlighting maintenance performance, constraints, and safety observations
  • Supervise Overhauling and Maintenance of API 610 Pumps OH2, OH6, BB1, BB2, BB3, BB5 & VS4
  • Perform field balancing job for unstable rotor of BB3 pump at site location with Bently Nevada vendor
  • Make sure that technicians follow proper PM and CM checklist, SMP and SOP of equipment before start any activities
  • Monitor the work execution checking the quality and following up the work progress ensuring completion on time. Ensure that the quality procedures, vendor/ OEM instructions, HSE requirements, etc are available & followed by job execution group
  • Discuss daily maintenance and start-up schedule and daily plan with Planners and Operation teams to ensure optimum use of resources such as time, material, and manpower
  • Perform close monitoring of installed Single line equipment by taking data from MCMS, LLF and System 1
  • Supervised pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up of key rotary equipment, including centrifugal pumps, compressors, blowers, and fans
  • Ensured smooth operation and compliance with international standards
  • Maintain equipment files that contain equipment datasheet, maintenance logbook, history and any other relevant records like calibration reports, checklist etc
  • Attend interface meetings with planning teams and custodian departments to facilitate resolution of issues and promote good working relations
  • Maintain records of the work performed and progress, other related data, processes the paperwork related to the jobs and provides inputs for the monthly report
  • Coordinate with all team members the overall annual leave plan and shift schedule to have even workforce distribution ensuring minimum availability
  • Spearheaded successful commissioning of advanced lubrication systems, such as oil- mist lubrication (pure and purge systems), improving longevity of rotary equipment bearings
  • Initiate Failure Report as per the criteria and support Engineers by giving inputs for RCFA, improvement suggestions on chronic failures, spare parts management parameters, Preventive Maintenance plans, etc and executes all related actions
  • Raise material reservations and assists in the receipt of materials and spare parts, helping to check quality of the supplies ensure unused materials is returned to warehouse within define time
  • Responsible for segregation of repairable and non-repairable items, tagging, tracking, record keeping and initiates actions for their refurbishment
  • Conduct equipment troubleshooting, decide on corrective action and ensures that right maintenance is done on equipment needing repairing.

Rolon Seals
Ahmedabad

Sales & Service Engineer
03.2020 - 06.2022

Job overview

  • Conducted site visits for troubleshooting and repairs, ensuring minimal disruption to operations
  • Provided maintenance solutions for rotary equipment, focusing on mechanical seals in pumps and reactors across industries
  • Conducted failure analysis and root cause evaluations, recommending corrective measures to clients
  • Coordinated technical presentations and training sessions for clients, enhancing their understanding of maintenance procedures
  • Streamlined service request management using ERP, improving response time and history tracking.

SMH, SABIC, Al
Jubail

Job leader
01.2020 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Performed major overhauls of multistage centrifugal compressors and steam turbines, restoring operational efficiency
  • Supervised team of technicians and coordinated with OEMs to ensure timely completion of repair projects.

Swamina & CR Asia, Reliance Industries
Jamnagar

Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
06.2016 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • Actively participated each and every rotating equipment startup activity at Gasification plant Jamnagar J3 Project and maintenance activity in MTF plant
  • Spearheaded maintenance and overhaul of compressors, pumps, and heat exchangers in high-pressure industrial environment
  • Led installation, commissioning, and maintenance of rotary equipment, including pumps, compressors, and blowers
  • Utilized advanced alignment techniques (laser alignment, reverse dial) to ensure precision in equipment assembly
  • Ensured strict compliance with safety protocols, achieving zero incidents during maintenance activities
  • Major Overhauling, Preventive, Predictive, Break down and Corrective maintenances of all types of Rotating Equipment (Compressors, OH1, BB1, BB2, BB3, BB5 and VS4, Pumps, Blowers, Tank Side Entry Mixers and Vertical Pumps)
  • Overhauling of Elliott Ebara make inside tank submersible pump, Oil-Flooded Screw Compressor, Vertical Reciprocating Compressor at MTF plant
  • Supervise Start-up of Siemens Make API 617 Centrifugal compressor for Synthetic gas and of Burckhardt compression Make API 618 Start-up NG reciprocating compressors
  • Installation and replacement of Tilting pad bearings and Dry gas seal in centrifugal compressor
  • Take necessary permits and allocate team for that job
  • Make sure that technicians have proper PM and CM checklist, SMP and SOP before start any activities
  • Carried out maintenance activities on Heat Exchangers, (Shell and tube, Plate type, Fin type).

Education

Gujarat Technological University

B.E. from Mechanical
06.2012 - 06.2016

University Overview

CGPA: 7.48

Skills

  • Maintenance Operations: Preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
  • Shutdown Management: Planning, execution, and coordination of turnaround activities
  • Equipment Expertise: Rotary and static equipment maintenance, alignment, and repair
  • Safety & Compliance: Adherence to HSE guidelines, audits, and emergency response
  • Technical Proficiency: SAP PM, SAP MM, MS Office, E-permit systems
  • Leadership: Team management, contractor supervision, and cross-functional coordination
  • Perseverant and Great learning capabilities

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Company CultureTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsWork-life balance

Timeline

Rotary Maintenance Supervisor

OQ8 Duqm Refinery
09.2022 - Current

Sales & Service Engineer

Rolon Seals
03.2020 - 06.2022

Job leader

SMH, SABIC, Al
01.2020 - 03.2020

Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

Swamina & CR Asia, Reliance Industries
06.2016 - 01.2020

Gujarat Technological University

B.E. from Mechanical
06.2012 - 06.2016
NIL SHETH