GOPINATHAN RAJENDRAN
Maintenance Planning & Turnaround Senior Manager
Rawang, Selangor
Summary
Seasoned Senior Supervisor with extensive experience spanning over 12 years in maintenance planning,Turnaround and construction oversight within ExxonMobil's operational framework. Proven track record of developing and maintaining meticulous maintenance plans to optimize equipment uptime and minimize downtime. Skilled in coordinating with maintenance teams, managing spare parts inventory, and utilizing CMMS and SDMS to streamline operations. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, aligning maintenance activities with organizational goals, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Committed to driving excellence and contributing to the success of ExxonMobil's maintenance operations & Turnarounds.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Supervisor - Maintenance Planning
EXXONMOBIL (EMEPMI)
1 2023 - Current
- Drive the Maintenance team to maximize compliance and completion, especially for critical Safety and Production equipment, to maximize production uptime. Constantly drive improvement on maintenance plan based on RCFA and equipment downtime data.
- Increased PM01 (corrective PM) execution by 20% in 1Q2024 vs 1Q2023 through constant engagement with field planners, schedulers, and maintenance planners.
- Analyzed metrics to identify areas of opportunity, drive performance improvements, and consistently exceed operational goals.
- Played a pivotal role in driving change management initiatives (Maintenance Transformation), which resulted in seamless adoption of the new Maintenance Plan and Strategy.
- Operationalize life raft rental contract (end-to-end rental concept) to realize ~ RM1.7 per year.
- Optimize Scheduled Down Time by 50% (this contributed more than 1kbd annual average) in 2023 by close engagement, challenging the norms, and also introducing P50 mindset to all workgroups, and providing assistance to work on the enablers for a safe and successful turnaround; sustained improved Scheduled Downtime work planning and execution in 2024.
- Improved Material Management by bringing the field team, material coordinators, store man, warehouse, and supply chain closer (weekly and biweekly engagement), which enabled a reduction in surplus material value by ~40% by the end of 2023; sustained improved Material Management KPIs in 2024.
- Resolved conflicts proactively by facilitating open communication among team members and actively addressing underlying issues.
- Ensured timely completion of projects through effective scheduling and prioritization of tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Strengthened cross-functional collaboration, leading to more cohesive teamwork and better overall results.
- Recruited, hired, and trained staff and provided ongoing feedback and performance evaluations for development.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives, reducing operational expenses without compromising quality or productivity.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Senior Supervisor - Painting
EXXONMOBIL (EMEPMI)
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Led Integrated Painting Team to clear backlog and improve integrity on 34 offshore platforms; applied project execution approach to develop a more structured, focused, and sustainable painting program.
- Challenged norms and execution strategies; introduced the minimum painting team concept with clear and achievable KPIs that simplify the execution of painting works; achieved 125K m2 of painted areas in 2020, the highest in EMEPMI history.
- Improved processes for scoping, planning, and execution that resulted in faster turnaround from discovery to execution of painting work fronts ("Fixteam"); leveraged new digital tracking and reporting tools to improve work planning and execution efficiency.
- Led team in delivering business results responsibly; leveraged digital Quality Inspection Record tools to record inspection of painted areas; created ownership and accountability on quality.
- Also involved in providing EM regional support; involved in EMPNG LNG Integrity Plan and New Painting Contract & Execution Strategy; leveraged on both Painting & construction experience to devise a systematic approach to set up a painting program for EM PNG (new & top-tier EM affiliate).
- Strengthened cross-functional collaboration, leading to more cohesive teamwork and better overall results.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives, reducing operational expenses without compromising quality or productivity.
- Recruited, hired and trained staff and provided ongoing feedback and performance evaluations for development.
- Maximized personal competency through continuous professional development.
Supervisor - Construction & Painting
EXXONMOBIL (EMEPMI)
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Lead a team of engineers, coordinators, field supervisors, and contractors in Construction execution.
- Plan and execute brownfield heavy maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Manage resources to meet project objectives within budget.
- Provide leadership and guidance to ensure project success.
- Led painting, composite repair, and scaffolding activities at fieldwide EMEPMI locations, which involve 2 major contractors, coordination with the Asset Integrity team, and the Operation team in the field.
- Safely spent approximately 500K man-hours (each year) to execute blasting, painting, and wrapping work without any lost time incidents.
- Increased integrity and reliability at EMEPMI worksites by leading painting and wrapping operations safely, the highest painting and wrapping progress recorded in EMEPMI in the last 14 years.
- Contributed significantly in improving painting operation efficiency, which resulted in the company saving ~RM 5M. Increased painting execution capacity and capability, and reduced corrosion backlogs field wide.
Construction Supervisor (Offshore)
EXXONMOBIL (EMEPMI)
12.2012 - 12.2017
- Led maintenance and brownfield construction activities at Tapis Offshore location, which comprises 3 mother platforms, and 4 satellite platforms. These platforms, with an age of close to 40 years, necessitate significant maintenance while maintaining production operations. The role entails repairing structures, replacing piping and valves, pumps and motors, as well as upgrading F&G and deluge systems.
- Additionally, it involves installing additional receivers and launchers.
- Led 2017 major TCOT Turnaround at Tapis D, P, E locations (end to end), which involves scoping, coordinating long lead materials, fabrication, manpower loading, and execution in the field - saved EMEPMI RM 0.6 M on 24” SDV 110 replacement job @ TaP during 2017 TCOT SD by challenging the loading input given on the newly installed pedestal crane at TAP.
- Planned and repaired TaP drain vessel (V370) without taking a shutdown - Innovated jumper spools as a temporary solution before taking TAP drain vessel out of service for repair.
- The position also includes participating in underwater pipeline inspections using a DP2 vessel and ROV.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Reported quality of performance on site-to-site construction managers.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards throughout each project phase.
- Sustained safety protocols, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling and usage of equipment and materials.
Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer (PMT)
MALAYSIA MARINE AND HEAVY ENGINEERING SDN BHD
06.2009 - 12.2012
- Coordinate Electrical and Instrumentation design for construction adherence
- Interpret drawings to meet client specifications
- Monitor fabrication, installation, commissioning progress
- Address discrepancies with Lead Engineers
- Identify long lead items and coordinate material delivery
- Review engineering documents and deliverables
- Evaluate technical proposals from vendors
- Install major electrical system equipment
- Prepare service requisitions for vendor mobilization
- Coordinate hook up and wiring work with vendors
- Manage subcontractors for cable installation
- Develop and execute Hi-Pot testing procedures
- Monitor subcontractor progress and execution
- Prepare weekly progress reports for management
- Coordinate with other disciplines for interfacing
- Ensure safety compliance and proper execution of work.
Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer (PMT)
MALAYSIA MARINE AND HEAVY ENGINEERING SDN BHD
05.2008 - 06.2009
- Coordinate Electrical and Instrumentation design for construction
- Interpret drawings to meet client specifications
- Monitor fabrication, installation, and manpower
- Coordinate material delivery schedules
- Resolve termination clashing issues with vendors
- Monitor detailed activities and advise on mitigation plans
- Review subcontractor progress
- Coordinate interfacing activities with other disciplines
- Oversee testing and commissioning
- Ensure safety compliance and proper execution of work.
Electrical & Instrumentation Trainee
POWERTEK POWER PLANT BHD
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Collaborate with discipline engineers to comprehend power plant operation processes
- Strategize and implement scheduled and corrective maintenance for Masjid Tanah plant's gas turbine and steam turbine
- Enhance the Fire & Gas alarm system within the plant.
Supervisor - Maintenance Planning & Scheduling
EXXONMOBIL (EMEPMI)
1 2022 - 12.2022
- Lead a team of maintenance planners, schedulers, and material coordinators to support assets and ensure maintenance governance
- Develop and implement maintenance plans and schedules to maximize equipment uptime
- Manage inventory levels of spare parts and materials for efficient maintenance activities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align maintenance activities with organizational goals.
Education
Bachelor of Electrical Power Engineering (Hons) -
Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN), Putrajaya Campus
Kajang - Putrajaya 06.2003 - 04.2008
Skills
Communication
Leadership
Time management
Adaptability
Teamwork
Problem solving
Decision making
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Project management
SIMOPS management
Contractor management
Budgeting and cost control
Contract management
Quality control and assurance
Employee Supervision
Staff Development
Data Analysis
Affiliations
2008, Board of Engineers, Malaysia, Universiti Tenaga Nasional, The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia
Careerachievements
- 2023, Achieved 585k man-hours offshore without incidents and improved productivity to 4.15 mnhrs/m2., Achieved the highest painted area of 135K sqm in 2022 and significantly reduced HCR incidents., Successfully managed satellite painting projects and contributed to maintenance scheduling and planning improvements., Played a key role in onboarding new contractors and implementing innovative contracts., Temporarily filled in as a Senior Supervisor for Equipment Reliability, resolving critical issues.
- 2022, Achieved 480k man-hours offshore without incidents., Best productivity for Blasting/Painting in 16 years, despite Covid-19 challenges., Significant reductions in HCR and Tier 3 LOPC incidents., Expanded composite repair scope and introduced innovative strategies, resulting in substantial cost savings., Enhanced painting operation efficiency, saving approximately RM 2.4M.
- 2021, Achieved 570k man-hours offshore without incidents., Completed critical scopes with a 50% reduction in tier 1/2 HCRs and an 80% improvement in unscheduled downtime., Introduced innovative SIMOPS for wellhead painting, achieving record-high completion rates., Improved efficiency, saving RM 4.5M through market capture and alternate coating systems., Successfully managed external relationships, obtaining contract extensions and recognition from PETRONAS.
- 2020, Cultivated a safety-driven culture, reaching 500k man-hours offshore without any LTI/MTI/RWI incidents., Improved integrity and reliability at worksites, reducing external corrosion release and downtime., Increased operational efficiency by 35%, saving the company ~RM 3M., Addressed operational challenges, such as SIMOPS for wellhead painting, by implementing innovative solutions, such as alternative coating systems and new blasting methods., Effectively managed external relationships, driving value for the company through collaboration with PETRONAS.
Coursestrainingattended
- Advance Influence and Negotiation
- Construction Engineering & Management
- Managing External relationships - Petronas
- Negotiation Fundamentals
- Principles of Project Management
- Production Operations Supervisor Course
- Production Safety Leadership Course
- Supervisor Program Production Operations
- ExxonMobil Fundamental of Safety
- Construction Competencies Trainings
- Effective Decision Making
- Effective Technical Report Writing for O&G Industry
- Control Valve
- FPSO & Vessel Operation
- Senior Authorized Person (SAP-PTW)
- Ship Electrical System
- Project Management
- ISO 9001 QMS
- 18001 OHSAS
- Project Risk Management
- Safety Management Systems
- Welding Technology
- Corrosion and Corrosion Control for Marine Structure
- Offshore Production Installation & Commissioning
- Process Control & Instrumentation
- M-Boset & HUET
- Supervisory Leadership Program
- Basic Facility Engineering
- Rigging & Slinging
- DCT
- First Aider training
- Survival Craft training
- Working at height, breaking containment, confine space and pressurized equipment
- Production Operation Supervisory Course
References
Available upon request
Languages
Tamil, English, Malay
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Malay
Proficient
C2
Tamil
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Senior Supervisor - Painting
EXXONMOBIL (EMEPMI)
01.2020 - 08.2022
Supervisor - Construction & Painting
EXXONMOBIL (EMEPMI)
01.2018 - 01.2020
Construction Supervisor (Offshore)
EXXONMOBIL (EMEPMI)
12.2012 - 12.2017
Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer (PMT)
MALAYSIA MARINE AND HEAVY ENGINEERING SDN BHD
06.2009 - 12.2012
Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer (PMT)
MALAYSIA MARINE AND HEAVY ENGINEERING SDN BHD
05.2008 - 06.2009
Electrical & Instrumentation Trainee
POWERTEK POWER PLANT BHD
08.2007 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Electrical Power Engineering (Hons) -
Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN), Putrajaya Campus
06.2003 - 04.2008
Senior Supervisor - Maintenance Planning
EXXONMOBIL (EMEPMI)
1 2023 - Current
Supervisor - Maintenance Planning & Scheduling
EXXONMOBIL (EMEPMI)
1 2022 - 12.2022
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