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Abid Akbar Soomro

Abid Akbar Soomro

Kuala Lumpur,Malaysia

Summary

Over 17 years of extensive experience in Operations, Maintenance, and Project/Facilities management across PETRONAS operations in Pakistan, Vietnam, Malaysia, and South Sudan. I’ve cultivated extensive hands-on expertise across field operations, country offices, joint ventures, and corporate headquarters. This diverse exposure has strengthened my ability to collaborate across cultures while continuously refining both my leadership and technical capabilities. Summary of my Career includes

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Senior Electrical Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn Bhd.
01.2024 - 09.2025
  • Perform and oversee electrical maintenance activities across various voltage levels
  • Ensure safe execution of electrical work, including isolation/de-isolation, synchronizing, and energization procedures
  • Lead and supervise engineering work related to electrical systems, including planning, execution, and commissioning.
  • Develop equipment and material specifications, prepare bid enquiry packages, and support procurement processes
  • Coordinate with contractors and internal stakeholders for preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
  • Liaise with OEMs and service providers to ensure technical adequacy and cost-effectiveness of services.
  • Responsible for issuing and managing electrical safety documentation and ensuring proper training and certification of team members.
  • Department: IVA Malaysia Assets (Office Based)

Team Leader (Transmission & Distribution) - DOA Acting Power Superintendent

PETRONAS Carigali Nile Ltd.
01.2019 - 01.2024
  • Coordinate the successful resumption of the 58 MW Unity Power Plant (UPP) and five Field Processing Facilities (FPFs) in collaboration with Wartsila and CPECC, following war-related damage.
  • Oversaw end-to-end maintenance planning and execution for the power plant, including scheduled servicing and various operating hours.
  • Lead daily troubleshooting and technical support for engines and auxiliary systems, ensuring operational continuity at Unity Power Plant (UPP), South Sudan.
  • Direct safe and reliable power distribution from the plant to end-user loads, monitoring the health of electrical infrastructure including transformers, switchgears, RMUs, and substations.
  • Manage inspection, operation, and maintenance of Ring Main Units (RMUs) to ensure system integrity and fault isolation.
  • Supervise high-voltage cable works, including HV end terminations and mid-joint installations for underground transmission lines.
  • Lead fault diagnosis, testing, and repair of high-voltage equipment such as transformers, switchgears, breakers, surge arrestors, and earthing systems.
  • Maintain inventory of critical power system spare parts, ensuring timely replenishment to prevent operational downtime.
  • Develop and monitor the unit’s annual operating and capital budgets, including forecasting, expenditure tracking, and variance analysis.
  • Act as the central point of coordination between technical teams, vendors, and field operations to ensure timely execution of maintenance and recovery projects.
  • Department: Production (Field Based) -GPOC (South Sudan)

Senior Electrical Engineer

Carigali PTTEPI Operating Company-CPOC
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Coordinate preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance across the MDPP processing platform and nine offshore platforms (MD-A to MD-E, JK-A, JK-B, TP-A, MT-A).
  • Lead modification projects, troubleshooting supervision, and preparation of maintenance plans, scopes of work, and contract establishment.
  • Manage procurement activities including spare parts planning, Master Procurement Plan (MPP) execution, and budget preparation with ACV monitoring.
  • Plan and supervise major overhauls of three 6.5 MW Solar Turbines with KATO alternators, including rotor rewinding and HV motor repairs.
  • Oversee maintenance of HV/LV switchgears, UPS systems, HVAC units, transformers, and VFD upgrades.
  • Review vendor proposals and coordinated contract finalization for technical services and equipment supply.
  • Act as internal assessor for offshore technicians under the Offshore Competency Management Program.
  • Maintain and track stock and non-stock spare parts using SAP to ensure availability and minimize downtime.
  • Ensure alignment of maintenance activities with operational goals and safety standards.
  • Serve as a central coordinator between engineering teams, vendors, and offshore operations to ensure timely and effective execution of maintenance projects.
  • Department: Production (Office Based)

Electrical & Instrument Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Vietnam Ltd.
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Coordinate the full lifecycle of two EPCC projects—Diamond and Thai Binh wellhead platforms—from design through to commissioning.
  • Review electrical and instrument drawings including SLDs, termination diagrams, block diagrams, specifications, and data sheets to ensure technical accuracy.
  • Lead engineering work planning, execution, and supervision, covering contracting strategy, technical and commercial evaluations, and budget oversight during conceptual and detailed design phases.
  • Manage hook-up and commissioning of electrical systems such as DEG, GEG, PMP, LV switchboards, UPS, heat tracing, lighting, and helideck navigation aids.
  • Oversee commissioning of instrument systems including PMCS, SIS, FGS, wellhead control panels, MPFM, SDVs, BDVs, and choke valves, ensuring calibration and loop checks.
  • Supervise logic testing, cause-and-effect matrix validation, and fine-tuning of MPFM controllers, including well testing and function tests for LP and HP modules.
  • Conduct ESD and PSD testing, fusible plug loop checks, and fire and gas device commissioning.
  • Participate in HAZOP studies and process optimization activities to ensure compliance with PETRONAS Technical Standards and international codes.
  • Evaluate vendor proposals and finalize contracts for equipment and services.
  • Act as a central coordinator between engineering teams, vendors, and commissioning crews to ensure timely and compliant project delivery.
  • Department: Project (Based at Fabrication Yard- PVCMS Vietnam)

Electrical Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Vietnam Ltd.
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Plan, monitor, and execute preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance programs across operational assets.
  • Supervise diverse maintenance tasks including micro turbine servicing, gas engine repairs, CCVT maintenance, UPS and emergency lighting installations, flare tip modifications, and heat tracing system upkeep.
  • Lead maintenance of electrical systems such as earthing and grounding networks, LV switchboards, distribution boards, and battery discharge testing, ensuring compliance with CIMG standards.
  • Coordinate function testing of all LV electrical components to verify operational integrity and safety.
  • Participate in Ex Equipment audits across all Vietnam platforms, ensuring compliance with hazardous area equipment standards.
  • Serve as a team member in Facilities, Environment, and Safety Inspection (FESI) audits, contributing to cross-functional evaluations and reporting.
  • Ensure alignment of maintenance activities with operational schedules and safety protocols.
  • Act as a liaison between field teams and technical stakeholders to ensure timely execution of maintenance and audit programs.
  • Support documentation and reporting for audit findings and maintenance outcomes.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions during inspections and audits.
  • Department: Production (Office Based)

Electrical & Instrument Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Pakistan Ltd.
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Act as the FIP/MOC coordinator for Rehmat Gas Plant (RGP).
  • Plan, execute, and supervise engineering activities, including contract strategy, evaluations (technical & commercial), execution, and budget monitoring.
  • Lead the full lifecycle (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning) of converting Rehmat-2 well into a water disposal well. This includes piping modifications, and installation of strainers, valves, and instruments.
  • Develop equipment/material specifications and bid enquiry packages and provided engineering support for procurement.
  • Participate in HAZOP and process optimization studies as part of project activities.
  • Department: Production (Office Based)

Maintenance Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Pakistan Ltd.
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Plan, monitor, and execute various maintenance programs including Preventive (PM), Corrective (CM), and Breakdown Maintenance (BM).
  • Lead and supervise the Annual Turn Around (ATA) activities for Rehmat Gas Plant in 2008 and 2009.
  • Create Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and Work Order Requests using Maximo.
  • Develop Tender Plans for services and spare parts, reviewed technical bids, and managed the process through to Purchase Order issuance.
  • Ensure timely delivery and site acceptance of materials by actively following up with suppliers.
  • Department: Production (Office Based)

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) - Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas
01.2003 - 01.2007

Skills

  • Monitoring and Reporting Systems (MARS), PDMS, SAP, Maximo, Advance MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) Outlook
  • MATLAB /Simulink, Windows XP all versions, Pspice, Circuit Maker, Auto Cad 2003

Websites

Certification

Bronze Tripod Practitioner

Training


  • Planning and Implementation
  • Maintenance Management
  • Fire Fighting training at CAA Hyderabad Pakistan
  • Permit to Work (HCMC, arranged by PC Vietnam Ltd.)
  • Management of Change (MOC) Training
  • Engineering Design (Held at KL)
  • Citizen Analytics (Power BI)
  • Unlock AI Tools
  • HSE Management System (HSEMS)-MCF
  • Generative HSE Culture
  • PETRONAS Excellence Management System (PEMS)
  • Enterprise Compliance-Emergency & Crisis Management
  • Generating Equipment and System
  • Switchgear, MCC and Distribution Equipment
  • AC and DC UPS System
  • Relay Protection & Coordination
  • Electric Motors
  • Ex Equipment Level 1
  • Earthing, Bonding & Lightning Protections System
  • Electrical Safety Rules & Regulations and Incident Investigation
  • Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET) (PVMTIC Vietnam) in 2011 and 2015
  • Climate Change Awareness
  • Hazardous Waste Management
  • Environmental Management

Key Competencies

  • Operations Management: Oversaw Unity Power Plant (UPP) operations in South Sudan, including crude oil production (>50 KBOD), power generation systems (Wärtsilä, ABB, Solar Turbines), and 200+ km of transmission/distribution infrastructure.
  • Project Execution: Led E&I design to commissioning for wellhead platforms in Vietnam. Reviewed engineering drawings and conducted technical studies (e.g., load flow, short circuit, cable sizing).
  • Technical Leadership: Lead Engineer for FATs for LV/MV switchboards, UPS, generators, and control systems. Managed vendor evaluations and contract awards for long-lead items.
  • Field Maintenance: Led the resumption of Unity Power Plant (58 MW) and five Field Processing Facilities, resolving complex electrical and mechanical issues.
  • Compliance & Standards: Proficient in HSE protocols (JMS, JHA, PTW, LOTO, TRA), PETRONAS Technical Standards (PTS), and international codes (IEC, NEC, API, ASTM, ISO).
  • Soft Skills: Strong leadership, teamwork, and adaptability in multicultural environments. Effective under pressure with a flexible and collaborative approach.

Timeline

Senior Electrical Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Sdn Bhd.
01.2024 - 09.2025

Team Leader (Transmission & Distribution) - DOA Acting Power Superintendent

PETRONAS Carigali Nile Ltd.
01.2019 - 01.2024

Senior Electrical Engineer

Carigali PTTEPI Operating Company-CPOC
01.2016 - 01.2018

Electrical & Instrument Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Vietnam Ltd.
01.2013 - 01.2016

Electrical Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Vietnam Ltd.
01.2011 - 01.2013

Electrical & Instrument Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Pakistan Ltd.
01.2009 - 01.2011

Maintenance Engineer

PETRONAS Carigali Pakistan Ltd.
01.2008 - 01.2009

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) - Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Petronas
01.2003 - 01.2007

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