Adnan Khalid
Maintenance Superintendent / Chief Engineer
Lucknow,UP
Summary
Experienced Maintenance Superintendent with an unlimited Chief Engineer License, possessing over 24 years Work Experience, including 15 years in the offshore oil and gas sector. Specialized in FPSO operations, construction and conversion, and achieving operational readiness. Proficient in optimizing asset reliability, ensuring strict compliance with Class and Flag regulations, and delivering safe, cost-effective maintenance strategies.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Maintenance Superintendent / Chief Engineer
FPSO LIZA UNITY,SBM Offshore
04.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded the maintenance strategy for a third-generation FPSO producing 262,000 bbl/day, consistently exceeding nameplate capacity. Oversaw multidisciplinary teams and coordinated offloading operations every three days.
- Achieved 98% CMMS compliance and reduced corrective and breakdown maintenance backlog by 85% through proactive scheduling, vendor coordination, and streamlined work execution.
- Planned and executed a full plant shutdown and two partial slowdowns—completed safely, on time, and within budget, ensuring equipment reliability and operational continuity.
- Fostered a KPI-driven maintenance culture focused on regulatory compliance, cost control, and asset integrity, while leading continuous improvement initiatives across critical systems.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Led a multidisciplinary team alongside OEM vendors for major equipment overhauls, including engine change-out on a Baker Hughes gas turbine, replacement of the flash gas compressor and Main gas compressor. Oversaw Framo sea water lift and tandem pump upgrades, and refurbishment of Sulzer water injection pumps, ensuring all work met performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
Chief Engineer / Maintenance Superintendent
New Build FPSO MPF#1 ,MPF#2,SBM Offshore
07.2019 - 04.2022
- Appointed as Operations Readiness Shipyard Representative for New Built FPSO following the successful completion of FPSO Liza Destiny, bridging project learnings with execution excellence with Hazop and Hazid Review.
- Reviewed engineering designs for feasibility, accuracy, and operability to ensure alignment with construction and commissioning objectives. 3D model walkdowns, P&ID and OTP assessments, develop detailed precommissioning and commissioning plans.
- Integrated lessons learned from liza Destiny and MPF #1 into MPF #2 workflows, improving efficiency, reducing rework, and enhancing commissioning readiness. standardizing FPSO construction and accelerating delivery timelines.
Chief Engineer
FPSO Liza Destiny,SBM Offshore
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Contributed to the on-time and successful construction /Conversion of an FPSO at Keppel Shipyard as part of the Operations Team, ensuring readiness for offshore deployment.
- Supported commissioning of engine room and topside systems, and participated in P&ID, OTP, and 3D model (Naviworks) reviews to ensure system integrity.
Acting Maintenance Manager
SBM Offshore,OPS Office
06.2018 - 09.2018
- During working on liza destiny project was moved to Serve as Acting Maintenance Manager for three operating FPSOs (Mondo, Ngoma, and Saxi) at the Luanda shore base, ensuring operational continuity across all assets.
- Led offshore maintenance planning, including look-ahead schedules, SIMOPS coordination, and readiness assessments in collaboration with offshore Company Reps.
Engine Room Supervisor
FPSO Aseng,SBM Offshore
08.2011 - 10.2017
- Overall Responsible for the maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery on the FPSO including personnel administration, resource management, identification and procurement of spares and stock.
- Oversee policies, procedures, protocols and controls that govern operations.
- Supervise day-to-day operations and planned maintenance as per routines.
- During this period Served as Chief Engineer on board a Dive, support vessel (DP 2) Dynamic Installer.
Maintenance Supervisor
SBM Offshore
05.2010 - 08.2011
- Supervised the conversion and commissioning of a 143,000 MT tanker to FPSO, overseeing installation and testing of critical machinery including boilers, main engine, and auxiliary systems.
- Collaborated with contract engineers and fabrication teams to ensure project progress aligned with engineering documentation, schedule, and quality standards, including punch list execution and FAT approvals.
Junior Engineer to Chief Engineer
V - Ships
10.2001 - 01.2010
- Served mainly on Chemical, Oil and Product tankers.
- During the period as a merchant navy officer gained hands on experience on Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation and hydraulics of various machineries on different types of vessels.
- Including dry-docking and vetting inspection by oil majors.
- As a watch keeper in charge carried out planned and break down maintenance on various slow and medium speed engines and other auxiliary machineries, implemented company's quality assurance and Safety culture.
- Worked well with multinational crew.
Education
Post Graduation Diploma - Marine Engineering
MERI
B.E Mechanical Engineering - undefined
Bangalore University
Skills
FPSO Operations, Maintenance, and Commissioning
Certification
Chief Engineer Unlimited license, MEO Class 1 (Motor) Certificate of Competency
Training
- Maintenance Supervisor course, APAVE Institute
- Petroleum open learning (OPTIO)
- Framo system Operation and Maintenance
- High voltage and switch gear safety course
- All Basic and Advanced STCW Courses/ Training
- THUET - OPITO (including First Aid)
- Security training for seafarers with designated security duties (STSDSD Course)
- Advanced Marine Fire Fighting
- Advanced Tanker Safety (TASCO) And dangerous cargo endorsement
- Advanced Chemical Safety (CHEMCO) And dangerous cargo endorsement
- Gas tanker familiarization
- Offshore basic safety CBT's (COSHH, Permit to work, STOP, Enclosed space entry, etc.)
- STOP (safety training and observation program) Training and TASK (total application of safety knowledge) Training
- Work Place Assessment Assessor Training
Career Objective
Seasoned Maintenance Superintendent and Chief Engineer (MEO Class 1) with over 24 years of global experience in marine engineering and offshore oil & gas operations, including FPSO construction, conversion, and maintenance leadership. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my technical expertise, CMMS-driven maintenance strategies, and safety-focused leadership to drive asset reliability, optimize performance, and support operational excellence—whether in an offshore environment or onshore asset support role. Committed to delivering results through collaboration, innovation, and a strong safety culture.
Work Availability
monday
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saturday
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morning
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Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsTimeline
Maintenance Superintendent / Chief Engineer
FPSO LIZA UNITY,SBM Offshore
04.2022 - Current
Chief Engineer / Maintenance Superintendent
New Build FPSO MPF#1 ,MPF#2,SBM Offshore
07.2019 - 04.2022
Acting Maintenance Manager
SBM Offshore,OPS Office
06.2018 - 09.2018
Chief Engineer
FPSO Liza Destiny,SBM Offshore
10.2017 - 07.2019
Engine Room Supervisor
FPSO Aseng,SBM Offshore
08.2011 - 10.2017
Maintenance Supervisor
SBM Offshore
05.2010 - 08.2011
Junior Engineer to Chief Engineer
V - Ships
10.2001 - 01.2010
B.E Mechanical Engineering - undefined
Bangalore University
Post Graduation Diploma - Marine Engineering
MERI
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