Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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SHIBIN PHILIP

Fort McMurray,Canada

Summary

Dynamic Field Technologist with a proven track record, excelling in technical troubleshooting, and effective communication. Skilled in mining field technologies and laboratory analysis, I consistently enhance project outcomes through meticulous reporting and collaboration, ensuring safety and efficiency. Recognized for delivering actionable insights and fostering strong client relationships, I resolve faults by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and fixing diverse problems.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Technologist

Terracon Geotechnical Ltd.
Fort McMurry, Canada
05.2022 - Current
  • Clients: Syncrude Oil & Gas Base Plant & Aurora, Canadian Naturals
  • Conducting Material inspections at Suncor sites, instrumentation, forecasting, shovel base material testing, foundation investigations, planning, and verifying that client specifications meet design specifications.
  • Dewatering trench inspection and approvals for various projects in the mine, tracking and recording the GPS coordinates of tests and inspections conducted, and daily updates to the route map drawings and detailed report documentation.
  • Weekly client meetings to provide project updates, discuss changes and feedback, and offer forecasts for future deliverables.
  • Leveraged outstanding communication, interpersonal and people skills to work well with clients.
  • Researched and delivered market-specific intelligence and feedback on products to stakeholders.
  • Sample collection from the aggregate source pit, soil sample collections, and sample testing using engineering and laboratory analysis.
  • Maintaining the orderliness of the laboratory and the preparation of inspection reports.
  • Performing geotechnical field and laboratory testing, density testing, preparation of proctors, analyzing moisture content, including evaluation, and reporting in detail daily.
  • Piezometer installation, troubleshooting, data collection, and reporting.

Site Engineer

Mech Tech Engineers and Erectors
, India
07.2016 - 06.2017
  • Condition monitoring, acceptance testing, vibration analysis, vibration testing, periodic monitoring of pumps, decanter, boiler, chimney, multi-effective evaporation unit, RO plant, and milling units.
  • Conducted regular product maintenance by troubleshooting, forecasting, and providing timely resolutions to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring seamless product performance.
  • Monitored product performance, and provided feedback for improvements and updates.
  • Installation of vibration sensors, such as velocity transducers and accelerometers.
  • Vibration data collection, data analysis, and reporting.
  • Supervision of the fabrication and erection of mechanical structural parts, such as high-pressure grinding rolls (HPGR) and heavy-duty slurry pumps.
  • Inspect and troubleshoot vibration, installation issues, and maintenance.
  • Support the technologists and the laborers in troubleshooting and installation of structures and parts.
  • Giving feedback to the procurement team by advising on the required specifications for parts selection, purchase, and installation.

Education

CAT 1 Machinery Vibration Analyst -

Canadian Machinery Vibration Association (CMVA)
06.2023

Mining Engineering technology -

Saskatchewan Polytechnique
06.2018

Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical Engineering

Anna University
Chennai, India
06.2016

Skills

  • Inspection and Testing
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project
  • Self-driven, and proven ability to work under pressure in busy construction sites
  • Trained in safe work practices, while promoting a strong safety culture
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing
  • Proven ability to be self-motivated, or to work as a team
  • Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills with people from diverse backgrounds
  • Proven radio communication skills
  • Capable of working independently or in a team, comfortable performing shift work

Certification

  • Transportation of Dangerous Goods Class-7- Type A packages.
  • SCOT- Safety Construction Orientation
  • First Aid and CPR
  • H2S Alive
  • Syncrude and Suncor Mine site Orientation.
  • Mine Driving Certificates
  • WHMIS 2015
  • Wildlife Awareness Certificate.
  • Certificate of Appreciation from Saskatchewan Mining Association (SMA)
  • Certificate of Volunteer at M4S Conference (Mining/Materials/Minerals/Metals) conducted by Saskatoon Industry Education Council (SIEC), Canadian Institute of Mining (CIM), and Saskatchewan Mining Association (SMA)
  • Common Safety Orientation by Energy Safety Canada.
  • Certificate of Canadian Equivalency in Bachelor of Engineering degree through Educational Credential Assessment, awarded by World Education Services (WES).
  • Canadian Council of independent laboratories [CCiL]

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Field Technologist

Terracon Geotechnical Ltd.
05.2022 - Current

Site Engineer

Mech Tech Engineers and Erectors
07.2016 - 06.2017

CAT 1 Machinery Vibration Analyst -

Canadian Machinery Vibration Association (CMVA)

Mining Engineering technology -

Saskatchewan Polytechnique

Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical Engineering

Anna University
SHIBIN PHILIP