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Mike McGeachy

Duncan,BC

Summary

Professional with strong experience in process plant operations, ready to drive efficiency and safety. Known for teamwork and adaptability, ensuring smooth operations and timely results. Skilled in monitoring systems, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment. Reliable, results-driven, and adept at navigating dynamic work environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Plant Operator- Centrifuge, Produced Water

Secure Energy
07.2022 - Current
  • Control room operating experience, HMI control display experience. Word and excel as well.
  • Increased production output by streamlining processes and implementing innovative techniques.
  • Reduced downtime with regular maintenance checks and prompt troubleshooting of equipment issues.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement in the process plant operations.
  • Actively participated in incident investigations when necessary, identifying root causes behind any accidents or near-misses and implementing corrective action plans.
  • Knowledge of various pumps and filtration systems in a water treatment facility setting.
  • Managed waste disposal and recycling programs, minimizing environmental impact from plant operations.
  • Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
  • Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels, and water quality indicators.

Lead Hand

Clean Harbors
08.2017 - 07.2022
  • Organize and dispatch crews of up to 25 persons for diverse range of tasks on daily basis.
  • Coordinated team tasks to complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Boosted overall productivity by providing hands-on training and guidance to junior team members.
  • Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent product standards, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
  • Optimized workflows with effective communication among team members, resulting in higher quality output.
  • Knowledge of high pressure pumps and piping systems throughout the SAG D plant.

Pipeline Integrity Specialist

Ex Alta Oilfield Maintenance
09.2012 - 07.2017
  • Reduced downtime for pipeline operations by quickly diagnosing and resolving issues.
  • Performed pressure testing on pipelines after cleaning, verifying integrity before returning to service.
  • Improved pipeline safety with thorough inspection and monitoring of potential risks.
  • Identified early signs of corrosion, preventing costly repairs and possible environmental hazards.
  • Optimized cleaning schedules based on historical data analysis, reducing unnecessary pig runs and minimizing wear on the pipeline system.
  • Enhanced pipeline efficiency by performing regular pigging and maintenance tasks.

Education

Supervisor, Management Qualities Certificate

Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC
06.2017

High School Diploma -

Gold River Secondary
Gold River, BC
06.2009

Skills

  • Technical aptitude
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Water treatment operations
  • Safety Procedures
  • Process Control
  • OSHA regulatory knowledge
  • HMI capabilities
  • Strong leader
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Production Monitoring

Timeline

Process Plant Operator- Centrifuge, Produced Water

Secure Energy
07.2022 - Current

Lead Hand

Clean Harbors
08.2017 - 07.2022

Pipeline Integrity Specialist

Ex Alta Oilfield Maintenance
09.2012 - 07.2017

Supervisor, Management Qualities Certificate

Vancouver Island University

High School Diploma -

Gold River Secondary
Mike McGeachy