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Abdulrahman Alzahrani

Jubail ,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Ambitious Chemical Engineering Graduate and current Distributed Control System (DCS) Operator offering a unique combination of advanced engineering knowledge and extensive, hands-on refinery operations experience. Proven track record in central control room management, plant commissioning, startup, and complex turnaround execution. Expert in Burner Management System (BMS) operation, gas-fired heater troubleshooting, and the efficient monitoring of critical rotary equipment-including steam turbines, centrifugal pumps, and compressors (centrifugal and reciprocating). A safety-focused professional with dedicated experience in Turnaround Safety Compliance Groups, adept at applying process safety management (PSM) principles to mitigate risks and maintain strict operational safety in high-hazard environments

Overview

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

Work history

CCR/BEU Distributed Control System Operator

Saudi Aramco Total Refining and Petrochemical
Jubail, Eastern Province
2026.01 - Current
  • Operate and monitor large-scale chemical production units using Yokogawa Centum VP systems to ensure process stability and peak efficiency.
  • Manage complex loop controls, alarm management, and sequence tables to maintain precise setpoints within safety parameters.
  • Perform real-time troubleshooting of process deviations, minimizing downtime and ensuring consistent output quality.
  • Coordinate seamlessly with field operators during startup, shutdown, and emergency operations, adhering strictly to HSE protocols.

CCR/BEU/PX Lead Operator

SATORP-Saudi Aramco Total refining and petrochemical company
Jubail Industrial City , Saudi Arabia
2023.01 - 2025.12
  • Lead and execute daily plant operations to ensure full alignment with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Direct shift teams to ensure all activities follow operating manuals, technical instructions, and HSSE regulations.
  • Conduct structured, comprehensive shift handovers to communicate critical process statuses, active permits, and pending maintenance to incoming crews.
  • Supervise the accurate preparation of chemical batches while ensuring strict team compliance with required PPE.
  • Enforce rigorous housekeeping standards to maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
  • Mentor and coach junior operators on plant systems, process controls, and specialized equipment handling.
  • Manage the safe isolation, clearing, and preparation of plant equipment for scheduled maintenance jobs.
  • Utilize SAP to track maintenance progress, submit work requests, and ensure swift equipment turnaround.

Paraxylene Field Operator

Saudi Aramco Total Refining and Petrochemical
Jubail, Eastern Province
2021.01 - 2022.12

Work as Field Operator in Paraxylene Adsorption Unit

CCR/BEU Field Operator

Saudi Aramco Total Refining and Petrochemical
Jubail, Eastern Province
2018.01 - 2020.12
  • Work as Field Operator in Continues Catalyst Regeneration/ Benzene Extractive Distillation
  • Adherence to company HSSE policy
  • Perform and assist in unit start up and shut down
  • Monitor operating condition and make adjustments at the field
  • Respond to emergency situations by taking necessary shutdown or process adjustment action to restore normal operating conditions
  • Make regular inspections of plant facilities
  • Inspect maintenance work after maintenance activity
  • Prepare chemical batch required for the process
  • Perform in-plant housekeeping duties as necessary
  • Complete the daily field check list and report deviation
  • Prepare Equipment for maintenance activities
  • Participate in safety meeting

Chemical Engineering Training COOP

SASREF-Saudi Aramco shell refinery
Jubail Industrial City , Saudi Arabia
2017.07 - 2017.10

Work as Field Operator trainee in Continues Catalyst Regeneration/ Benzene Extractive Distillation

Education

Bachelor of Science - chemical Engineering

Al-Fayha Private College
Jubail, Eastern Province
2022.08 - 2026.06

Diploma of Higher Education - Chemical and Process Engineering Technology

Jubail industrial college
Jubail industrial city
2017-11

Emergency Response Team-ERT

Fire since Academy
Jubail Industrial City
2019-05

Bachelor's degree - chemical Engineering

SAUDI COUNCIL OF ENGINEERS

Skills

  • Troubleshooting and problem solving
  • Safety support
  • Safety behaviors
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Flexibility
  • Property preservation
  • Team Work

Timeline

CCR/BEU Distributed Control System Operator

Saudi Aramco Total Refining and Petrochemical
2026.01 - Current

CCR/BEU/PX Lead Operator

SATORP-Saudi Aramco Total refining and petrochemical company
2023.01 - 2025.12

Bachelor of Science - chemical Engineering

Al-Fayha Private College
2022.08 - 2026.06

Paraxylene Field Operator

Saudi Aramco Total Refining and Petrochemical
2021.01 - 2022.12

CCR/BEU Field Operator

Saudi Aramco Total Refining and Petrochemical
2018.01 - 2020.12

Chemical Engineering Training COOP

SASREF-Saudi Aramco shell refinery
2017.07 - 2017.10

Diploma of Higher Education - Chemical and Process Engineering Technology

Jubail industrial college

Bachelor's degree - chemical Engineering

SAUDI COUNCIL OF ENGINEERS

Emergency Response Team-ERT

Fire since Academy
Abdulrahman Alzahrani