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Professional Skills and Software
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Choong Hang Kin (Joel)

Choong Hang Kin (Joel)

Interface Manager
Singapore

Summary

Experienced professional in the Energy and Infrastructure industry with a strong background in Project Management, Engineering Design, Cost Control, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning. Eager to leverage 15+ years of extensive project management & technical expertise to help an organization achieve higher goals. Confident in ability to make a positive contribution to a reputable team.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Interface Manager

UES Holding Pte.Ltd
06.2024 - Current
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Implemented customer feedback mechanisms to gather insights, using this information to guide strategic planning and decision-making.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Project Manager

Krohne (M) Sdn Bhd
1 2020 - 05.2024
  • Identifying, implementing and complying with applicable Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards and policies requirements
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Optimized project schedules, identifying critical path tasks and reallocating resources to maintain momentum.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.

Lead Electrical & Instrument Engineer

Honeywell (M) Sdn Bhd
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Lead and supervise a team of engineers on various FPSO/FLNG Metering Measurement Projects
  • Participated in design specification review meetings, coordinating with inter-departmental teams to align ongoing efforts and overall business goals.
  • Familiar with respective code of practices such as ISO, AGA, GPA, PTS, DNV standards for instrumentation system. Ensure design comply with the ATEX/IECEx, HSE codes and standards
  • Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for process improvements within existing instrument infrastructure setups
  • Review vendor drawing/document, provide technical support to proposal team, prepare scope of work & Technical Bid Evaluation (TBE) for enquiry
  • Established and maintained effective communication with clients and contractors.
  • Able to adapt in different dynamic work culture and able to work under pressure to meet tight schedule


Senior Electrical & Instrument Engineer

Elster-Instromet Sdn Bhd
01.2009 - 01.2015
  • Championed workplace safety protocols through proactive measures such as routine inspections of installed instruments and participation in safety training sessions.
  • Improved overall plant reliability and uptime through regular monitoring, troubleshooting, and repair of instrument equipment.
  • Responsible in preparing engineering documents (Datasheets, BOM, Cable Schedule, Analyzer Shelter Drawings, Hookup drawings, Wiring drawings, Junction box sizing, Cable tray routing etc), commissioning documents, and FAT/SAT procedures
  • Co-Ordinate and supervise electrical and instrument installation activities at site
  • Participate in analyzer system and field instruments FAT & SAT.

Control Engineer

Solution Engineering (M) Sdn Bhd
01.2009 - 07.2009
  • Involved in control automation development and data acquisition system.
  • Ensured proper documentation of all aspects related to controls engineering projects, including design specifications, test results, and operational procedures for future reference purposes or regulatory requirements fulfillment.

Layout Design Engineer

Intel Microelectronic (M) Sdn Bhd
06.2004 - 06.2005
  • Involved in chip layout design, simulation process and DRC cleaning. Ensure chip layout quality meet the top level planning and arrangement.
  • Brainstormed with product designers to implement and refine new manufacturing processes.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Electrical & Electronic (Majoring in Instrumentation & Control) -

Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP)
Bandar Seri Iskandar, Perak
07.2005 - 12.2008

Diploma in Electronic (Majoring in Computer System) -

Ungku Omar Polytechnic (PUO)
Ipoh, Perak
06.2001 - 05.2004

Skills

Team Leadership

Strategic Planning

Project Management

Analytical Thinking

Professional Skills and Software

Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, Cognos Budget Reporting Tool, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Tool

Coursework

  • Completed "Project Management Professional (PMP)" Course (2023)
  • Completed “Develop Project Management and Problem-Solving Skill” Course (2021)
  • Completed “IECEx CoPC Assessment- Ex 001: Electrical Equipment in Potentially Explosive Atmosphere” (October, 2018)
  • Completed "Hawke Cable Gland Installation Training” (November, 2015)
  • Completed “Process Analyser Sampling System Training”- Swagelok (Sept, 2014)
  • Completed "Flow Measurement and Custody Transfer" Training Class (May, 2013)
  • Completed BOSET (Basic Offshore Safety & Emergency Training) training at SEQU, Damansara. (November, 2010)
  • Completed “Fundamental of HVAC” Training Course (May, 2010)

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 04/16/83

References

Mr. Rioven Bong, +65 9229 0189, Head of Projects, UES Holding Lte.Ltd

Languages

English, Chinese (Mandarin), Chinese (Hokkien), Chinese (Cantonese), Malay
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Chinese (Mandarin)
Proficient
C2
Chinese (Cantonese)
Proficient
C2
Malay
Proficient
C2
Chinese (Hokkien)
Advanced
C1

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Timeline

Interface Manager

UES Holding Pte.Ltd
06.2024 - Current

Project Management Professional (PMP)

11-2023

IECEx CoPC Ex-001 (Cert No: IECEx CP TRNR 18.0101)

10-2018

Lead Electrical & Instrument Engineer

Honeywell (M) Sdn Bhd
01.2015 - 01.2020

Senior Electrical & Instrument Engineer

Elster-Instromet Sdn Bhd
01.2009 - 01.2015

Control Engineer

Solution Engineering (M) Sdn Bhd
01.2009 - 07.2009

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Electrical & Electronic (Majoring in Instrumentation & Control) -

Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP)
07.2005 - 12.2008

Layout Design Engineer

Intel Microelectronic (M) Sdn Bhd
06.2004 - 06.2005

Diploma in Electronic (Majoring in Computer System) -

Ungku Omar Polytechnic (PUO)
06.2001 - 05.2004

Project Manager

Krohne (M) Sdn Bhd
1 2020 - 05.2024
Choong Hang Kin (Joel)Interface Manager