Waheeb Bakareem

Jubail,KSA

Summary

Experienced plant operator with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and teamwork. I’m confident working with industrial equipment, following procedures, and keeping operations on track. Known for being dependable, quick to act when problems come up, and always ready to adapt to changing work demands.

Overview

years of professional experience

year of post-secondary education

Certification

Work history

Operator

SABIC (Petrokemya)

Jubail

04.2016 - 06.2025

Operate and monitor key process units including distillation towers, furnaces, reactors, and storage tanks
Handle safe loading and monitoring of chlorine (CL₂) into the system
Perform routine checks, record operating parameters, and ensure stable plant performance
Coordinate with control room operators using the Distributed Control System (DCS)
Support start-up, shutdown, and emergency procedures according to plant protocol
Participate in waste water treatment operations and manage chemical handling safely

Education

Diploma of Education - Industrial Plant Operation

Jubail Technical Institute

Jubail

01.2015 - 04.2016

Skills

Good communication skills
Teamwork and coordination with supervisors and colleagues
Ability to work a flexible schedule (including shifts and weekends)

Good knowledge of industrial facility regulations and safety standards
Promptitude and reliability in task execution
Accurate reporting of equipment status and malfunctions

Certification

NFPA 470 – Hazardous Materials Technician (2022)
NFPA 1072 – Hazmat Operations & Awareness
NFPA 1006 – Confined Space Rescue I & II
NFPA 1081 – Fire Brigade Member (Structural Facilities)
Heart Saver CPR AED – American Heart Association
Process Safety Risk Assessment – OMS 311.01
Rotating Equipment & Piping Program – OMS 315.01 / 315.05
Asset Integrity & Strategic Asset Planning – OMS Series

Languages

Arabic

Fluent

English

Upper intermediate (B2)

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