AZHAR MAQBOOL
Bahawalnagar
Summary
My objective is to pursue a career, which will professionally utilize my experience and provide me with an opportunity to excel in my profession. I would like to undertake exciting and challenging jobs, which would enhance my professional experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
DCS & Field Operator
Al-Khafji Joint Operations – Aramco & Kuwait Gulf Oil Company Joint Venture
Al Khafji, Eastern Province
2024.10 - 2026.08
- Operate and monitor crude oil processing systems to ensure efficient production flow.
- Handle Gas Recovery system operations to minimize flaring and maximize recovery.
- Onshore Crude Oil Facility
DCS & Field Operator
Fox Reforming Project (Naphtha to Gasoline Production)
Slemani, Iraq
2022.10 - 2024.09
- Operate gasoline production plant under Honeywell UOP license, managing Naphtha Hydro treating Unit (NHTU) and Fixed Bed Platforming Unit.
- Monitor critical process parameters to maintain product quality and plant stability.
DCS Operator
Karbala Refinery Project (HDGSK-JV)
Karbala, Iraq
2021.12 - 2022.10
- Operate Honeywell DCS systems for PENEX Isomerization Unit and Naphtha Hydro treating Unit.
- Monitor critical process parameters to maintain product quality and plant performance.
DCS & Field Operator
Attock Refinery Limited
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
2013.12 - 2021.12
- Operate Honeywell DCS systems for PENEX Isomerization Unit and Naphtha Hydro treating Unit.
- Operate both field and control room operations across Platforming, Isomerization (PENEX), and Naphtha Hydro treating Units.
Assistant Technician
Interloop Limited – Thermo Electronica Auto-Dosing PLC System
Lahore
2012.06 - 2013.12
- Operate and maintain automated PLC-based dosing systems for precise chemical applications.
Dispensing Operator
Nishat Chunian Limited – 3G Auto-Dosing PLC System
Lahore, Pakistan
2011.03 - 2012.05
- Operate automated chemical dispensing systems using PLC technology for textile processing.
- Responsibilities:
- To keep plant in safe and smooth operation.
- To isolate, purge, pressurize & depressurize equipment safely.
- Maintaining log sheets, lab results and job list to highlight any abnormality in the parameters.
- Visit unit to verify efficient operating conditions.
- Inspect equipment to determine nature & malfunctioning of valves, breakages and leaks.
- Analyzing & resolving issues based on maintenance through proper coordination with technicians.
- To ensure operation of equipment according to standard operating procedure.
- Emergency handling to prevent production loss & relative hazard.
- Handle the refinery knock out system.
- Operate gas gathering system to ensure continuous fuel gas supply.
Education
DAE - Chemical
PBTE Lahore
Lahore, PakistanSkills
- Able to read & understand process drawings, P&IDs, Datasheets, MSDs
- Knowledge and understanding about process parameters
- Demonstrated competence in emergency response and process optimization
- Able to carry out personal training to improve knowledge and skills in areas
Accomplishments
- Successfully operated and optimized UOP-licensed refinery units (Platforming, PENEX, NHTU) & Onshore crude oil facility for over a decade, maintaining consistent product quality and plant reliability.
- Played a key role in start-ups, shutdowns, and commissioning/turnaround activities across multiple large-scale refinery projects (ARL, KRP, FOX PROJECT & KJO).
- Contributed to minimizing flaring, maximizing recovery, improving environmental compliance and operational efficiency.
- Gained extensive PLC and automation experience from early career roles in chemical dosing and textile processing, forming a strong foundation for complex refinery operations.
- Recognized by management for technical expertise, reliability, and consistent contribution in both field and control room operations.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING & COURSES
- Attend five days practical demonstration training on ISOM unit at PRL Karachi plant.
- Training on OTS (Operator Training Simulators), Of ISOM provided by Schneider.
- “Fire Fighting Control, First aid & use of SCABA” by Attock Refinery Limited.
- “H2S Safety, Hazards awareness and Emergency handling” by Attock Refinery Limited.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
- Date of Birth: 31-DEC-1992
- N.I.C No: 31102-1289862-3
- Nationality: Pakistani
- Passport No: AK0338622 (Valid till Oct 07th, 2029)
Timeline
DCS & Field Operator
Al-Khafji Joint Operations – Aramco & Kuwait Gulf Oil Company Joint Venture
2024.10 - 2026.08
DCS & Field Operator
Fox Reforming Project (Naphtha to Gasoline Production)
2022.10 - 2024.09
DCS Operator
Karbala Refinery Project (HDGSK-JV)
2021.12 - 2022.10
DCS & Field Operator
Attock Refinery Limited
2013.12 - 2021.12
Assistant Technician
Interloop Limited – Thermo Electronica Auto-Dosing PLC System
2012.06 - 2013.12
Dispensing Operator
Nishat Chunian Limited – 3G Auto-Dosing PLC System
2011.03 - 2012.05
DAE - Chemical
PBTE Lahore