Nicholas Sandile Mabasa
Process Engineer in Training at COFCO INTERNATIONAL, STANDERTON OIL MILLS
Chemical Engineering at University of South Africa
South Africa
Hi, I'm Nicholas Sandile Mabasa!
Process Engineer in Training at COFCO INTERNATIONAL, STANDERTON OIL MILLS
As a passionate professional with a solid foundation in the petroleum industry, I honed my skills through hands-on experience as a process technician and engineer in training in the dynamic food and beverage industry. My unwavering motivation and career-focused drive are only matched by my dedication to excellence and steadfast determination to succeed. I am committed to continuous improvement and maintain the highest levels of professionalism in all of my endeavors.
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COFCO INTERNATIONAL, STANDERTON OIL MILLS
Process Engineer in Training
March 2020 - Present
Streamlined and enhanced Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) for improved process visualization. Updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for critical systems including fire safety and extraction processes. Utilized SCADA systems for efficient plant operation and control. Troubleshot quality and process issues, ensuring high operational standards. Acted as a proactive SHE representative, leading Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for incident prevention. Optimized process equipment through detailed mass and energy balance analysis. Provided essential technical support to management and operators for uninterrupted plant functionality. Managed and executed plant shutdowns, focusing on thorough inspections and strategic project execution. Compiled all relevant documents for the CAPEX projects for shutdown and used NanoCAD for plant drawings
SASOL SECUNDA OPERATIONS, WATERWORKS
Process Technician in Training
February 2022 - February 2023
Spearheaded plant troubleshooting, enhancing quality, and resolving process discrepancies. Led daily production team briefings to align morning shift objectives. Orchestrated Process Deviation Analysis (PDA) to maintain operational excellence. Contributed to HAZOP and RCA studies, ensuring robust safety and risk management. Furnished engineering teams with critical data to facilitate informed decision-making. Delivered pivotal technical support to Area and Senior Managers, optimizing workflow. Empowered production operators to achieve and surpass production targets. Monitored and reported on plant quality and performance metrics, driving continuous improvement. Managed shutdown operations, including meticulous inspections and project execution.
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Chemical Engineering
Durban University of Technology
Graduated in 2022
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Chemical Engineering
Durban University of Technology
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