Reynold Saludes
Boiler Operator
South Dunedin,Dunedin
Summary
Boiler Operator with a robust background in water treatment and boiler repair, honed across notable employers like Pioneer Energy Limited. Excelled in equipment installation and maintenance, showcasing analytical thinking and a commitment to safety and efficiency. Proven ability to lead diverse teams and improve operational processes, achieving significant enhancements in system performance. Veteran Boiler Operator with many years of experience operating high- and low-pressure industrial boiler systems. Regulated fuel supply in boilers using both solid and liquid fuels, monitored gauges and recorded measurements, performed preventive maintenance, and communicated with engineers and administrators to develop improved operating procedures and prevent boiler performance interruptions. Hard worker devoted to maintaining equipment at optimum output.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boiler Operator
Pioneer Energy Limited
Central Dunedin, Dunedin
05.2024 - Current
- Maintaining and repairing boiler equipment and associated components.
- Performed daily tests of water samples to ensure proper chemical balance in the system.
- Adjusted controls to maintain specified operating temperatures and pressures.
- Managed procedures for start-up, daily operations and shutdowns.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our services.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Interpreted gauges, charts and various testing devices related to boiler operation.
Boiler and Kiln Operator
Kiwi Lumber Gisborne
Matawhero, Gisborne
01.2023 - 04.2024
- responsible for operating and maintaining the Boiler and Kiln systems used in timber manufacturing processes
- Adjusted controls to change machine settings, reducing errors of finished products.
- Performed upkeep to remove ashes from furnaces, utilizing shovels and buckets.
- Drove forklift, front-end loader and tipper truck in hauling fuel ( Wood chips, sawdust and wood shavings) to Fuel storage.
- Regularly inspected refractory lining inside fireboxes for signs of wear or damage due to high heat conditions.
- Set up, operated and adjusted kiln to dry timber according to specifications.
- Troubleshot malfunctions in electrical control systems associated with the operation of a boiler and kiln.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
Steam Boiler Operations Supervisor
3A Composites Ltd.
01.2016 - 12.2023
- As part of the management team in the Factory, it is expected that the Incumbent provides leadership by example in all areas of the whole Operation under his control
- This position reports directly to the Operations Manager
- Training and Safety are prime considerations in the operations and Management of the Boiler and Kiln Dryers staffs
- Sets/ creates, implement and train boiler, kiln and water treatment SOP
- Implement company policies and procedures
- Ensures a normal and continuous boiler and Kilns operation
- Ensure Boiler water and feed water qualities are always within the parameters set
- Ensure timbers must be loaded on time prior to 10 days’ time to kiln rule
- Ensure boiler and Kiln PPM schedules are implemented
- Ensure correct boiler start up and shutdown procedures are followed
- Ensures kilns are always check and operational prior to loading
- Ensure Kilns on cycle are properly monitored
- Makes/ adjust kilns cycles and schedule if necessary or by recommendation
- Ensures staffs are trained and understand the duties and responsibilities assigned to them
- Prepare daily boiler / kiln KPI report
- Report to Production Head any issues or concerns with regard to operations, repair and maintenance
- Makes/Revise working schedules of the staffs
- Conduct weekly and monthly stock take of all materials/ chemicals needed for smooth operation and order if necessary
- Discuss and get approval with immediate supervisor if overtime is necessary
- In case of incident/accident, prepare the report immediately
- Implement safety precautions and operating instruction to avoid risk of equipment damage and injury
- Ensure that timesheets, leave applications, etc
- Are handed in to Payroll Department on time
- Make sure to maintain 5S
- Undertake duties or special projects requested by Production head
Technical Boiler/Kiln Supervisor
The PNG Balsa Company
Kokopo, PNG
11.2010 - 12.2015
- As part of the management team in the Factory, it is expected that the Incumbent provides leadership by example in all areas of the whole Operation under his control
- This position reports directly to the Steam Boiler Operations Manager
- Training and Safety are prime considerations in the operations and Management of the Boiler and Kiln Dryers staffs
- Implement and train employees about boiler, kilns and water treatment SOPs
- Facilitate good run ability of the boiler at the most efficient way
- Monitor various operational parameters and make necessary adjustments to maintain efficiency
- Ensure all procedure prior to start up and shutdown boiler and its auxiliaries are being carried out accordingly to boiler and kiln SOP
- Perform adjustments of fresh water parameters, treatment plant operation and water laboratory analysis to ensure quality of fresh and boiler water at standard normal operating parameters
- Conduct regeneration process of water softeners and demineralizer as per schedule or as per sample results
- Carryout preventive and corrective maintenance as per schedule
- Gather data for daily boiler and kiln KPI report
- Act as Department coordinator to other department like Dry Mill, Electrical and Mechanical for smooth completion of activities
- Run kiln dryers as per schedule or as per instruction by Steam Operations Manager
- Conduct weekly and monthly stock take of all materials/ chemicals needed for smooth operation and order if necessary
- Implement safety precautions and operating instruction to avoid risk of equipment damage and injury
- In case of incident/accident, prepare the report immediately
- Ensure that timesheets, leave applications, etc
- Are handed in to Steam Operations Manager on time
- Make sure to maintain 5S
- Undertake duties or special projects requested by Green Mill Manager
Commissioning Supervisor
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
Huasco, Chile
01.2010 - 05.2010
- Act as DCS Control room & Local side Operator for Boiler
- Knowledge in Ammonia Receiving & Operation
- Initiate a self- learning improvement thru reading manuals & textbooks pertaining to equipment operational movement
- Develop a sense of commitment while working on duty
- Develop pre-commissioning and commissioning procedures for all rotary equipment
- Develop inspection formats for the pre-commissioning and commissioning activities pertaining to Machinery activities
- Monitor and ensure the activities are carried out as per schedule and in accordance with the procedures and requirements
- Coordinate with other disciplines like process, instrumentation, electrical for the smooth completion of the activities
- Ensure all safety rules in force and are followed at field
- Reporting and updating the commissioning manager on the progress
- Coordinate with the vendors the need for commissioning assistance for all critical equipment
- Suggest commissioning manager the needs for mobilization of vendor specialists
- Develop procedure for the performance tests of the machineries in coordination with other disciplines
- Manage the manpower made available from the Sub contractors
- Coordinate and ensure availability of commissioning spares and consumables for the execution of the activities
- Assure ongoing maintenance (Planned and Corrective maintenance on plant units already in operation)
- Assure expediting of pending punch items in accordance with plant priorities
Power Plant Boiler Operator
Saudi Paper Manufacturing
Dammam, KSA
04.2008 - 12.2009
- Involved in Expansion Project of Paper Machine Plant-4 and Assign in Erection, Installation, Commissioning and Start Up of Combine Generation Power Plant 15 MW Gas Turbine, &25 T/hr Heat Recovery Steam Generation Unit (HRSG)
- Responsible in handling operation, monitoring & maintenance of entire Co-Gen power Plant equipment & its auxiliaries
Boiler operator / technician
King Fahad Medical City
Riyadh, KSA
03.2006 - 03.2008
- Company Overview: (Safari Ltd
- Co.)
- Facilitate good run ability of equipment at most efficient way to provide sufficient supply of steam needed in the hospital
- Perform adjustment of fresh water parameters, treatment plant operation & water laboratory analysis of the equipment to ensure quality of fresh & boiler water at standard normal operating parameters
- Conduct Regeneration process on Water Softeners (water treatment plant) as per schedule or as per water conditions
- Attend immediate response in any event of equipment malfunction
- Maintain cleanliness of entire boiler plant area of responsibilities
- Accomplishing a write up explanation letter addressed to the dept
- Shift supervisor for documentation
- Carry out preventive or corrective maintenance as per schedule or as per instruction by the dept
- Shift engineer
- Observe safety precautions & operating instructions to avoid risk of equipment damage & injury that may end in disablement or death on the part of operator
- (Safari Ltd
- Co.)
Boiler operator / Technician
Noah’s Paper Mills Inc.
Marikina, Phil.
06.2002 - 03.2006
- Facilitate good run ability of equipment at most efficient way to provide sufficient supply of steam, compressed air, & mill water needed for paper production processes
- Perform adjustment of fresh water parameters, treatment plant operation & water laboratory analysis of the equipment to ensure quality of fresh & boiler water at standard normal operating parameters
- Maintain area cleanliness
- Accomplishing a write up explanation letter addressed to the dept
- Shift supervisor for documentation
- Conduct Regeneration process of Water Softeners & Demineralizers Water treatment plant as per schedule or as per water conditions
- Carry out preventive or corrective maintenance as per schedule or as per instruction by the dept
- Shift engineer
- Supervised Contractors on mechanical side during boiler plant project of installation of 20,000 kg/hr water tube Hamada Coal fired boiler
- Maintenance of a log that is to be maintained in the boiler room
- Test performed & results
- Unusual boiler conditions
- Changes in the Equipment status & the reason why
- Steam pressures (steam boilers)
- Water temperature & pressure
- (boiler waters)
- Stack temperature
- Flame condition
- Boiler water, Softened water, Demineralized water, Feed water & Condensate water samples Laboratory analysis
- Data Acquisitions
- (steam, fuel & water consumptions)
- Operator’s name, Initials, & dates of log entry for reference in the nearest future
- Observe safety precautions & operating instructions to avoid risk of equipment damage & injury that may end in disablement or death on the part of operator
- Initiate a self- learning improvement thru reading manuals & textbooks pertaining to equipment operational movement
- Develop a sense of commitment while working on duty
Project/Fabrication/Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
RODCOR ENG'G CONSTRUCTION
Mabalacat, Philippines
01.1997 - 02.2001
- Company Overview: Fabrication / Construction / Building / Engineering
- Supervises fabrication yard erection activities (fit up, welding and lifting)
- Co-ordinates and interfaces between fabrication/installation and pre-fabrication activities
- Co-ordinates sub-contractors involved in the assembly stages
- Ensures compliance with safety procedures and quality standards
- Fabrication / Construction / Building / Engineering
Education
BS - Architecture
Univ. of Mindanao
01.1994
Secondary Education -
Univ. of Mindanao
01.1993
Elementary Education -
Phil. Women’s College of Davao
01.1988
Skills
- Water treatment
- Boiler repair
- Equipment installation
- Fabricator
- Computer literate
- Able to operate a forklift
- Analytical thinking
- Equipment maintenance
- Performing repairs
- Welding techniques
Training
- Hazardous Substances in the Workplace, Safety n Action Training Center, 19/11/2024
- First Aid Level 1-8 , Hato Hone St. John, 16/10/2024
- Confine Space and Gas detection , Safety n Action Training Center, 13/08/2024
- Communication Skills Enhancement, Meralco Foundation Institute, 02/02/19 - 02/16/19
- SMAW / GTAW Welding Courses, Meralco Foundation Institute, 02/04/19 - 02/08/19
- 5S – Cleanliness, The PNG Balsa Co. Ltd., 05/12/15
- Occupational Safety, Health Administration (OSHA), Saudi Paper Mfg., 08/15/09 - 08/18/09
- Commissioning & Operations Training, Saudi Paper Mfg., 04/01/09
- Basic Automotive Seminar, FISP- Riyadh, KSA, 05/16/08
- Computer fundamentals, POLO D.Q. Riyadh, KSA, 2006 - 2007
- Industrial Fire Safety Seminar, NPMI Training Center, 03/07/03
- Boiler Maintenance & Operations, NPMI Training Center, 09/18/03
- Extended Training for Suppliers, TNMS Corp. Phil., 06/20/97
References
- Mary Grace B. Cruz, CFO, 3A Composites Ltd. PNG, +67572414199, MaryGrace.Cruz@3acomposites.com
- Engr. Yasuhiro Kitagawa, Commissioning Manager, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, yasuhiro_kitagawa@mhi.co.jp
- Goran Horak, Director, Tru-Steam Boilers and Services, +61297542166, goran@trusteam.com.au
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Surigao del Sur
- Citizenship: Filipino
- Date of Birth: 05/31/76
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Roman Catholic
Certification
- Energy and Chemical Plant Level 3
Timeline
Boiler Operator
Pioneer Energy Limited
05.2024 - Current
Boiler and Kiln Operator
Kiwi Lumber Gisborne
01.2023 - 04.2024
Steam Boiler Operations Supervisor
3A Composites Ltd.
01.2016 - 12.2023
Technical Boiler/Kiln Supervisor
The PNG Balsa Company
11.2010 - 12.2015
Commissioning Supervisor
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
01.2010 - 05.2010
Power Plant Boiler Operator
Saudi Paper Manufacturing
04.2008 - 12.2009
Boiler operator / technician
King Fahad Medical City
03.2006 - 03.2008
Boiler operator / Technician
Noah’s Paper Mills Inc.
06.2002 - 03.2006
Project/Fabrication/Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
RODCOR ENG'G CONSTRUCTION
01.1997 - 02.2001
- Energy and Chemical Plant Level 3
BS - Architecture
Univ. of Mindanao
Secondary Education -
Univ. of Mindanao
Elementary Education -
Phil. Women’s College of Davao
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