RAHUL RAJAN
Alappuzha
Summary
Experienced DCS /Field Operator with over 9 years of experience in Oil & Gas and Petrochemical industries. Expertise in DCS/SCADA operations, LPG Recovery (Cryogenic), Liquid Separation, Tank Farm Operations, Hydrocarbon Processing, Plant Start-up & Shutdown, Troubleshooting and HSE compliance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
DCS /Field Operator
ISPRL
07.2025 - Current
- Monitor plant processes through DCS, operate LPG Recovery and Liquid Separation systems, handle Tank Farm operations, perform start-up/shutdown, maintain logs and coordinate with Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation departments.
- Monitored and operated field equipment, ensuring optimal performance in oil and gas operations.
- Conducted routine inspections of facilities, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to implement and optimize operational procedures, enhancing overall workflow.
DCS /Field Operator
Teesside Oil Terminal
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Operated DCS systems and monitored field equipment, conducted inspections and troubleshot to maintain optimal performance.
- Operated and maintained equipment for storage and transportation of hydrocarbons.
- Monitored pipeline systems for leaks and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
DCS /Field Operator
GAIL India Limited
09.2015 - 03.2023
- Operated gas processing units, monitored process parameters to ensure compliance with PTW and HSE standards.
- Operated and monitored equipment for efficient pipeline operations.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot operational issues promptly.
DCS /Field Operator
FACT
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Supported plant operations and monitored processes to maintain optimal performance.
- Conducted field inspections to verify compliance with industry standards.
- Operated machinery for product handling and transportation within facility.
- Monitored system performance to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to prevent operational downtime.
Education
Diploma - Petrochemical Engineering
Nandha Polytechnic College
Erode, Tamil Nadu01-2014
Skills
- DCS Operations
- SCADA Operations
- Process Plant Operations
- LPG Recovery
- Liquid Separation
- Tank Farm Operations
- Hydrocarbon Processing
- Plant Start-up & Shutdown
- Troubleshooting
- Process Optimization
- Health and safety compliance
- Permit to work
- Lockout/tagout
- P&ID/PFD Interpretation
- Equipment Isolation
- Emergency Response
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Malayalam
- Tamil
Safety & HSE Competencies
- PTW
- LOTO
- Hot Work
- Cold Work
- Vessel Entry
- Work at Height
- Fire Fighting Equipment
- Foam
- DCP & CO2 Extinguishers
- Emergency Response
- Fire & Gas Detection Systems
- PPE
- Occupational Health & Safety
Equipment Handled
- Gas Turbine
- Cryogenic Expander Compressor
- Fractionation Distillation Column
- Valves & Vessels
- Pumps
- Plate & Frame Heat Exchangers
- Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers
- PSV
- TSV
- Fire & Gas Detection Systems
Timeline
DCS /Field Operator
ISPRL
07.2025 - Current
DCS /Field Operator
Teesside Oil Terminal
06.2023 - 01.2025
DCS /Field Operator
GAIL India Limited
09.2015 - 03.2023
DCS /Field Operator
FACT
06.2014 - 07.2015
Diploma - Petrochemical Engineering
Nandha Polytechnic College