Neil McCall

Position was made redundant as the company went bankrupt

• Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
• Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying areas for process optimization and recommending changes for implementation.
• Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.

• Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
• Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction with consistent delivery of products on schedule and within specifications.
• Start Up and Shutdown and monitoring running equipment as required. Performing daily readings as required
• Issuing Work Permits to maintenance personnel that require permits for work repairs etc.
• Building LOTOs for Operation Personnel to safe out equipment that requires repair work.
• Supported management in achieving strategic objectives related to productivity, cost control, quality assurance, compliance with regulatory requirements.

Commissioning and Starting Up Well Pads ( SAGD ) process from commissioning to steam injection to bitumen production to run and maintain and then pass it over to the Operations Group.

• Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
• Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
• Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
• Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
• Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
• Worked outside in all weather conditions.
• Efficiently read and interpreted blueprints.( P&IDs)

Performed commissioning duties at the NWR Diesel Plant including , air blows , steam blows, lub oil flushes, routine start up and shut down of equipment as required. Wrote procedures as required

• Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
• Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
• Worked outside in all weather conditions.
• Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
• Recognized upset conditions, determining cause, and took appropriate corrective action.

Process Operations and commissioning of Debottlenecking Expansion Plant at CNOOC ( formerly Nexen , then lead operator in the Process Water and Steam Producing Plants. Shift Supervisor for 8-10 people, attending production meetings as required, dealing with everyday problems also as needed. Conducted Safety Meetings and filed necessary reports

• Maintained accurate records of production data, facilitating informed decision-making for management.
• Supported new employee training, ensuring proper understanding of company policies and procedures.
• Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
• Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.

Process Operator at Bayside Power Generating Station which included the everyday operation of a 150 MW Alstom Gas Turbine with HRSG exhaust system to a 100 MW Siemens Steam Turbine.

• Contributed to a safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety guidelines and reporting potential hazards. Performed isolation lockouts as required.
• Supported new employee training, ensuring proper understanding of company policies and procedures.
• Operated various types of machinery proficiently, adapting quickly to changing production requirements.
• Utilized computer systems effectively to monitor processes and input critical data accurately and efficiently.
• Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
• Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
• Developed and wrote work procedures as required

Supervising 2-5 personnel at Goose Bay (Department of National Defense 5 Wing Goose Bay) Heating Plant, providing steam and condensate for the Base

• Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient shift scheduling and task delegation.
• Resolved conflicts among team members diplomatically, promoting a harmonious work atmosphere conducive to collaboration.
• Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
• Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
• Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.

Steam Plant Operator for NS Power / Lead Hand duties as required. Equipment included CE ( Combustion Engineering 1,000,000 lb/hr Steam Producing Boilers with 4 x 150 MW Toshiba Turbines for a total of 600 MW

• Adhered to industry safety protocols and enforced team member compliance.
• Contributed to employee performance review meetings and disciplinary actions.
• Held monthly team meetings to inform team members on company news and updates.