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Ryan UKANG

Ryan UKANG

Kota Kinabalu

Summary

To do my best to serve the company’s needs. To be professional in my work. To be able to work individually and as a team member. To have a “hands on” position in a result orientated and dynamic organization. To be able to explore and express my ability and further my potential.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Terminal Manager

11.2020 - 12.2023

Terminal Manager

06.2019 - 10.2020
  • Gas (Sabah Oil and Gas Terminal)
  • Manage and drive the execution of overall operations and first line maintenance activities performed on Crude/Gas Terminal through fullest utilization of resources and facilities to achieve the production targets, facilities integrity and HSE performance standards to maximize value returns and meeting stakeholders/customers/partners' expectations
  • Led the execution in Labuan Gas Terminal for the gas backflow from Samarang to Sabah Gas Terminal via LGAST1 and Erb West(EW) platform
  • As EW start up was prolonged for 1 day due to bad weather after turnaround, this initiative has enabled gas from Samarang to flow to Independent Power Plant in Kota Kinabalu, avoided load shedding due to insufficient diesel supply
  • Drive the replacement of leaking check valve in LGAST2 launcher which avoided 7 months LGAST-2 unplanned shutdown due to spare part delivery
  • Led the team to identify similar check valve specification from LGAST2 gas scrubber (redundant)
  • This has avoided significant potential gas supply interruption from KIKEH to PCM P2 amounting RM 580K
  • Successfully headed and managed the LGAST Tier-2 Emergency drill (Ex-Kerawai 2) as the On-Scene Commander with collaborations with BOMBA, Labuan, Hospital Labuan, LCOT, PDRM and CGSO
  • Strategized overall LGAST2 Maintenance Shutdown during KIKEH TA on the 9th-21st September 2022 by to include vessels that require shutdown for cleaning to be completed and ready for LGAST2 SSI Renewal
  • Drive the initiative to utilize jumperline from LGAST2 to GRT1 due to delay of activity in GRT2
  • Gas from KIKEH successfully flow to GRT1 avoided p production deferment or high flaring at KIKEH around 15-20 MMscf/d
  • Maneuvered the team to take opportunity during EW hub low production due to Kinarut pigging to perform the replacement of EW slug catcher liquid outlet manual valve leaking on valve body
  • With proper planning and coordination with Operations, CMPE and PSOCC, the valve replacement and ESD test was successfully completed 14 hours ahead of schedule
  • Managed and strategized the preservation of LGAST2 Hot oil Circulation Pump P-5660A, Corrosion Inhibitor Skid and Preheater E-2920E by using internal resources and collaboration with static team
  • Drive and successfully completed safely and timely 2 turnarounds activities; LGAST1 TA from 29th March-8th April 2021 and LGAST2 TA from 29th August – 7th September 2021
  • Despite all the challenges faced such as managing turnaround during the Covid-19 pandemic and issue on PSV unable to hold pressure during testing, re-strategizing the plan had enabled the team to complete the mechanical days 6.5 hours ahead of plan
  • Successfully managed the Covid-19 situation in LGAST by leading the team to produce LGAST Enhanced Covid-19 SSOP which we have segregated shift personnel and office hour personnel
  • There was minimal to no interaction between shift personnel and office hour personnel
  • Contractors were not allowed to enter CCR building unless during emergency and required to
  • Additionally, we have also produced LGAST 1 and 2 TA Covid-19 SSOP which supplement the SBA Terminal SOP and LGAST Enhanced Covid-19 SSOP
  • Drive the execution of various Front Line Maintenance and Cost Saving initiatives inaugurated cost saving and cost avoidance amounting RM 3.98 Mil for LGAST
  • Lead and drive the commissioning of Electrostatic Coalescer S-1530 on the 10th to 29th July 2020
  • This initiative was conducted successful by using SOGT internal resources and managed to bring down the BS&W for the offspec crude from the highest of 1.2% BS&W to the acceptable limit of 0.05% BS&W
  • Drive the team in the managing SOGT crude pump strainer clogging issues by initiating rigorous strainer cleaning and tank desludging
  • Proactively planned the resources and strategy in order to keep a continuous flowrate to the tanker such as resorted to strainer cleaning concurrently during loading with proper mitigation and risk assessment, with aim to safeguard the workers cleaning the strainers, via gravity or low flowrate, reduce idling time between low flowrate/stop loading and cleaning
  • Frequent cleaning combined with tank desludging contributed to improved crude loading time after 6th Oct 2020.

Production Supervisor

Sabah Gas Terminal
07.2014 - 05.2019
  • Control, coordinate and monitor the process of all production activities and functions at the platform for optimal production of hydrocarbons, in an efficient and safe manner within the parameter of statutory regulations, company policies, international codes and standard recommendations to achieve production target and to maximize the value creation
  • Lead, execute and control day to day operations of producing, processing and storing of hydrocarbon through a proper planning of resources and work scheduling in order to meet the approved daily target and nomination i.e
  • For crude, gas and condensate, gas flaring etc
  • And to ensure maximum production is delivered
  • Monitor and minimize Unit Production Cost through evaluation of the maintenance activities effectiveness and optimize management of critical spares and materials to avoid wastage and optimize an effective overtime
  • Analyze and provide solution through collaboration with offshore and onshore support departments (e.g
  • Production Department, Well Services Department etc.) to resolve operational issues and concerns (e.g
  • Well head, Pigging, BS&W%, Field Improvement Proposal, etc.) and to ensure maximum uptime of the field/terminal to achieve the production target
  • Plan and coordinate production optimization through consolidation of planned shutdown and well planning of resources and activities to ensure timely and safe execution of works so as to ensure improvement to the production and process performance
  • Review and analyse downtime alert report (i.e
  • Unplanned shutdown) through collaboration with support departments to provide recommendations for improvement in order to reduce unplanned deferment
  • Implement the new technology/upgrading/improvement proposal in field/terminal operations through identification, evaluation and effective implementation to enhance production performance and facilities uptime

Field Operation Engineer

Sumandak & Samarang
08.2011 - 06.2014
  • Lead and coordinate the execution of overall operations and first line maintenance activities performed on Sumandak and Samarang in-line with operating procedure, guideline and practice to achieve production targets, facilities integrity, HSE performance standards and cost effectiveness towards maximizing value returns and meeting stakeholders’ expectations
  • Develop and implement specific HSE procedures, guidelines and risk assessment to meet field/terminal HSE performance target and regulatory compliance
  • Plan and coordinate the implementation of HSE Plans for Sumandak and Samarang operations in accordance with the requirement of established references to meet HSE, statutory & regulatory compliance
  • Initiate and coordinate all approved value-creation initiatives for facilities improvement to ensure effective utilization of producing CAPEX and OPEX (WP&B), and the adoption of appropriate/new technology in field/terminal operations to enhance production performance and facilities uptime
  • Lead technical evaluation of all field purchased items to meet technical specification and operational requirements
  • Execute the review and analysis of downtime alert report/Bad Actor Management to provide recommendations for improvement to reduce unplanned deferment
  • Conduct optimization of planned/unplanned downtime or activities
  • Plan and coordinate the implementation of short, medium- and long-term business strategies that includes production, Integrated Operation (IO) and maintenance and plans to achieve and sustain operational excellence, asset optimization for maximum value returns
  • Review field integrated operations/maintenance strategies and plan its implementation to ensure the business unit achieves asset integrity standards, HSE compliance, sound engineering practices, cost effectiveness, and capability building in meeting production targets
  • Coordinate the implementation of Reliability and Integrity engineering strategies, philosophy and reference plans to maximize assets availability and optimum utilization to meet the production targets
  • Plan and coordinate the overall facilities/ plant operations activities to ensure production targets are met, assets' integrity and reliability are sustained, and regulatory requirements are complied with and Unit Production Cost (UPC) minimized
  • Coordinate efforts to realize maximum oil and gas production of the field for optimum facilities uptime and effective operations.

Service Engineer

Connell Bros. Co, Sdb. Bhd
09.2007 - 08.2011
  • Directly involved in providing technical support and service for the products and solutions that the company offers
  • Based in Sabah Forest Industries Sdn
  • Bhd
  • Providing services to the paper machine department
  • Installation and Commissioning: Ensuring that the equipment or systems are set up and running properly at client sites
  • This involved configuring and testing machinery, chemicals, or technical systems that the company provides
  • Maintenance and Repairs: Performing regular maintenance on equipment, troubleshooting technical issues, and carrying out repairs when necessary
  • This include both preventive and corrective maintenance activities
  • Technical Support: Assisting customers with technical queries or issues, often providing on-site or remote support to resolve problems related to the products
  • Training: Training clients or internal teams on the proper use of equipment, products, or systems to ensure they operate efficiently and safely
  • Field Inspections: Conducting field inspections to ensure that equipment and systems meet industry standards, as well as customer-specific needs
  • Customer Relationship Management: Building and maintaining relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service, addressing their concerns, and ensuring satisfaction with the products or systems.

QA & OSH Exectuive

BP Aluminium Extrusiuon Sdn. Bhd
10.2006 - 08.2007
  • Directly in-charge of the Quality Control Department of the company which responsible to ensure all finished products are complied with customer requirements or statutory / regulatory requirements
  • Verifying and monitoring of process parameters
  • Performing non-destructive testing for aluminium profiles
  • Responsible for approval of die for aluminium production
  • Ensure that the Quality Management System of the company is being maintained
  • Issuance of Non Conformance Report for any major Non conformance occurs in the factory
  • I.e Customer goods return
  • Issuance of Corrective Action Request to respective Departments regarding major Non Conformance to improve the product quality or the overall production process
  • Acting as the OSH Executive for the company.

Assistant QC Engineer, Production Engineer

KKB Industries (Sabah) Sdn. Bhd
01.2006 - 10.2006

Production Engineer

01.2006 - 10.2006
  • Ensuring smooth operation in the day-to-day production, including but not limited to assisting in technical support, supervision of manpower, plant system, ensuring proper documentation and monthly reporting or other special projects to be assigned from time to time
  • Machine troubleshooting
  • Handling administrative duties
  • Entering daily production report into the JDE System
  • Preparing the Packing List and Delivery Order for the delivery of pipes
  • Still acting as the QMS Secretariat of the company
  • Apart from the mentioned above, monitoring the Quality Control Department is one of the responsibilities assigned.

Assistant QC Engineer

09.2005 - 12.2005
  • Directly in-charge of the Quality Control Department of the company which responsible to ensure all finished products are complied with customer requirements or statutory / regulatory requirements
  • Verifying and monitoring of process parameters
  • Performing mechanical and non-destructive testing for pipes
  • Implementation and establishment of the company’s Quality Management System towards the certification for ISO 9001:2000
  • Prepared Quality Manual, Quality Procedures and Work Instructions for the company
  • Acting as the QMS Secretariat for the company as well as the central document controller.

Production Executive

Sabah Forest Industries Sdn. Bhd
06.2003 - 09.2005
  • Establishing a professional relationship between engineer and suppliers (Chemical and Equipments)
  • Minor modification of piping layout
  • Understanding the correlation between site works and design works
  • Handling administrative duties
  • Directly involved in operation of Paper production
  • Monitoring paper properties
  • Machine troubleshooting.

Traineee Engineer

Empangan Emas Sdn. Bhd
12.2001 - 02.2002
  • Involements:
  • Establishing a professional relationship between engineer and client
  • Design of Sewerage Treatment Plant for a school
  • Understanding the correlation between site works and design works
  • Handling administrative duties.

01.2001 - 02.2001

Field Operation Manager

01.2024 - 1 1
  • Lead and oversee the execution of operations for Petroleum Arrangement Contractors (PACs), ensuring cost-effective, safe, and reliable petroleum production to meet production targets and maximize value returns while safeguarding business growth and company’s' reputation
  • Team lead for Sludge Treatment Project and steered the team on:
  • Operational Optimization: Directed the team to conduct dual shift operations for the Sludge Treatment skid, increasing sludge treatment volume from 150 MT/month to 300 MT/month, enhancing crude oil recovery by 4.3 kbbl and generating RM 1.46 million in revenue
  • Cost Optimization: Oversaw revision of sludge treatment rates for the new contract, considering increased treatment volume and negotiated the reduction of treatment cost from RM2500/MT treated volume to RM 2300/MT treated volume
  • Contract Strategy: Led the strategy and renewal contract for Sludge Treatment Project, coordinating with MPM and SBA Leadership Team through the Sludge Management Reduction Team (SMART) and successfully renewed the contract in 2 months time to enable continuation of sludge treatment
  • Compliance Management: Managed SW 311 disposal strategy ensuring IBC availability, vendor readiness, PO issuance, volume tracking, and weekly updates
  • Scheduled waste SW 311 disposal was reduced by 220% compared to 2023
  • Driving short and long term plan on Compliance to CAR 2014 for SOGT by setting up a taskforce in mitigating CAR 2014 compliance
  • Led the taskforce perform analysis on various power load demand to determine the optimum number of Gas Turbine Generators and Gas Turbine Compressors required to run to meet CAR 2014 requirements
  • Changed the operating philosophy for GTG from 2+1 to 3+0 with temperature control to ensure each GTG running load is < 5MW in order to meet 150 mg/m3 of NOx emissions
  • Strategized the Optimization of Terminal Unit Infra Cost (UIC) to strengthened asset position
  • Steered the team in redefine Labuan Gas Terminal UIC by including gas throughput from Dalak to GRT1 and 2 in order to have Accurate representation
  • Fronted the installation of A-Frame installation in SOGT for crude export pump strainers cleaning to eliminate the dependency of renting mobile crane during strainer cleaning
  • Strategized Terminal Long Term Plan on resource optimization and terminal operating model creating potential cost optimization of RM 100 million in the span of 5 years.

Petronas Carigali (Sabah) Sdn. Bhd
08.2011 - 1 1

Education

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering -

Curtin University of Technology
12.2002

Western Australia Universities Foundation Program - Foundation of Engineering

Canning College
12.1998

Sijil Pelajran Malaysia (SPM) -

Sekolah Menengah All Saints
01.1997

Penilaian Menengah Rendah (PMR) -

Sekolah Menengah All Saints
01.1995

Skills

  • Communication
  • Spokesperson
  • Representative
  • Presenter
  • Computer Knowledge
  • Microsoft Office
  • Engineering Software
  • AUTOCAD
  • HYSYS
  • ChemCAD
  • Internet

Certificates And Awards

  • 1992, Participated in the 11th national Pesta & Convention of the Boys Brigade held in Sabah on the 3rd – 8th June 1992.
  • 1993, Completed Junior Tennis Clinic conducted by William Lo (Certified Professional Tennis Coach) in Kota Kinabalu.
  • 1994, Participated in Science and Mathematics Fair held by S.M. All Saints.
  • 1995, Anglican School Alumni Association – Outstanding academic performance in PMR.
  • 1996, Obtained 2nd place in Form 4 Science Class Examination, S.M. All Saints.
  • 1998, Awarded International Student Scholarship by Education Department of Western Australia for the Western Australian Universities Foundation Program.
  • 2003, Attended and passed the Fire Fighting and Breathing Apparatus Training organized by the Fire Department of Sabah Forest Industries Sdn. Bhd.
  • 2004, Attended and passed the Basic Radiation Protection organized at Sabah Forest Industries (Sabah) Sdn. Bhd.
  • 2005, Attended a training programme on the Extension of The Employment Act 1955 to Sabah held at Sabah Forest Industries.
  • 2006, Attended a course on Awareness to ISO 9001:2000 QMS held at KKB Industries (Sabah) Sdn. Bhd.
  • 2007, Attended a course on Internal Quality Audit (IQA) MS ISO 9001:200 organized by SIRIM Berhad.

Ethnic Origin

Kadazan

Other Skills

Spokesperson, representative and presenter., Microsoft Office, Engineering Software (AUTOCAD, HYSYS and ChemCAD) and the Internet.

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 11/09/79
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Malaysian
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Religion: Roman Catholic

Hobbies and Interests

Tennis, Basketball, Badminton, Swimming, Snooker, Travelling, Computer, Role playing games, Reading, Music, Socializing, Automobiles

Timeline

Field Operation Manager

01.2024 - 1 1

Terminal Manager

11.2020 - 12.2023

Terminal Manager

06.2019 - 10.2020

Production Supervisor

Sabah Gas Terminal
07.2014 - 05.2019

Field Operation Engineer

Sumandak & Samarang
08.2011 - 06.2014

Petronas Carigali (Sabah) Sdn. Bhd
08.2011 - 1 1

Service Engineer

Connell Bros. Co, Sdb. Bhd
09.2007 - 08.2011

QA & OSH Exectuive

BP Aluminium Extrusiuon Sdn. Bhd
10.2006 - 08.2007

Assistant QC Engineer, Production Engineer

KKB Industries (Sabah) Sdn. Bhd
01.2006 - 10.2006

Production Engineer

01.2006 - 10.2006

Assistant QC Engineer

09.2005 - 12.2005

Production Executive

Sabah Forest Industries Sdn. Bhd
06.2003 - 09.2005

Traineee Engineer

Empangan Emas Sdn. Bhd
12.2001 - 02.2002

01.2001 - 02.2001

Western Australia Universities Foundation Program - Foundation of Engineering

Canning College

Sijil Pelajran Malaysia (SPM) -

Sekolah Menengah All Saints

Penilaian Menengah Rendah (PMR) -

Sekolah Menengah All Saints

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering -

Curtin University of Technology

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