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PHANIDHAR ADLA

PHANIDHAR ADLA

Head Operations
Shahdol

Summary

Forward-thinking team leader skilled in Oil & gas Operations with 24 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity, solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, and talent for spotting areas needing improvement and implementing changes strategically.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
Language

Work History

Head Operations

Reliance Industries Ltd
Shahdol
04.2017 - Current
  • Ensuring safe & smooth running of Coal Bed Methane (CBM) field operations at Well Sites, Pipelines, Water Gathering Stations, Group Gathering Stations, Compressor Station, SHPPL Pipeline, Main Line Valve Stations, and Metering & Regulating Station
  • Spearheading the delivery of safe, compliant, reliable, and competitive operations as per Oil Industry Safety Directorate (OISD), Directorate General Mines Safety (DGMS) guidelines, and PNGRB Regulations & Factories Act.
  • Developed Operational management guidelines and training programs for improved operational discipline within the organisation.
  • Monitor & support ongoing projects through site inspection, updating procedures, developing new procedures, action plans, training, conducting meetings, auditing
  • Ensure regular emergency response exercises and drills are conducted to ensure the highest level of preparedness in any emergency
  • Aiding & guidance to identify risk factors & environmental impact for the development of the HSE Management System, thereby eliminating or minimising the same up to a reasonable level & improving safety standards.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to refine procedures, devise best practices and enforce quality metrics.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
  • Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Directed initiatives to improve the work environment and overall Operating strategy.

Head Compressor Station

Reliance Gas Pipelines Ltd
Shahdol
10.2014 - 03.2017
  • Commissioning of Shahdol-Phulpur 304KM 16” Natural gas Pipeline, Compressor station (Shahdol), 7 Remote Main Line Vale Stations, 5 Local Main Line Valve Stations, 1 Intermediate Pigging Station (Rewa) and 1 Metering and Regulating Station (Phulpur)
  • Operation & Maintenance of the Shahdol-Phulpur pipeline
  • Learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions and engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.

Lead Operations

Reliance Gas Transportation Infrastructure Ltd
Hyderabad
06.2007 - 09.2014
  • Commissioning of EWPL 150KM 48” Natural gas Pipeline, Compressor station, 2 Remote Main Line Vale Stations, 2 Local Main Line Valve Stations, 2 Metering & Regulating Stations.
  • Operation of the Gas compressor station and associated 150KM Pipeline, 4 Mainline Valve stations and M&R.
  • Enhanced operational performance by developing and optimising standard practices.
  • Motivated and trained employees to maximise team productivity.
  • Conducted root cause analysis in deficient areas to identify and resolve issues.

Operations Engineer

GVK Combined Cycle Power Plant
Peddapuram
08.2005 - 06.2007
  • Commissioning Engineer of 228MW & 469MW Combined Cycle Power Plants.
  • Completed walk-downs and on-site inspections during equipment installations and change management phases.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced atmosphere.

Maintenance Engineer

Gowthami Bio-Energies Limited
Khammam
01.2003 - 07.2004
  • Diagnosed and resolved machine operation variations and equipment problems.
  • Maintenance of 6MW Rice husk fired, Travelling grate, Utility Boiler.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
  • Conducted regular equipment inspections to identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions promptly.

Production Engineer

Organ Refractories
Khammam
01.2001 - 12.2002
  • Practised lean principles, which led to improvements in workflow and quality and waste reduction.
  • Planning production required for the week and month as per order.
  • Investigated and proposed corrective actions for quality issues.
  • Trained team on best practices to optimize production and improve quality.

Shift In Charge

V.K. Hitech Industries
Khammam
06.1998 - 01.2001
  • Maintaining production as per requirement during various shifts.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritisation and great work ethic.
  • Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.

Education

P.G. Diploma - Thermal Power Plant Engineering

National Power Training Institute (NPTI)
Nagpur
08.2004 - 07.2005

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

Siddhartha Engineering College
Vijayawada

Skills

Operational Excellence/Process Improvement

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Accomplishments

· Implemented process optimisation initiatives and saved internal gas consumption worth Rs. 7 Cr/Annum.

· Implemented Remote operation of RIL CBM Gas Gathering Station-10 to operate Well sites and Gas gathering stations through remote monitoring and control from the central control room, which helped to manage uninterrupted operations during the COVID-19 pandemic (2020), completed GGS-11 & 12 in 2023.

· Completed Step Up to Group Level Leader, a flagship transition capability building programme focusing on building ‘ready now' leaders for the next level roles (2023).

· Initiated and Implemented Auto operation of Gas Engine Driven Compressors at RGPL CS01. (2016)

· Represented East-West Pipeline operations during the British Safety Council audit 2012 for the Safety Sword award and achieved it.

· Over the last few years, added accredited/certified learning and certification in 20 + key areas, including Technology and people /self-management.

Winner of Best Investigation Award as a part of the Annual HSE Awards Process for Polyester, RGTIL and S&D Terminals in 2015.

Timeline

Head Operations

Reliance Industries Ltd
04.2017 - Current

Head Compressor Station

Reliance Gas Pipelines Ltd
10.2014 - 03.2017

Lead Operations

Reliance Gas Transportation Infrastructure Ltd
06.2007 - 09.2014

Operations Engineer

GVK Combined Cycle Power Plant
08.2005 - 06.2007

P.G. Diploma - Thermal Power Plant Engineering

National Power Training Institute (NPTI)
08.2004 - 07.2005

Maintenance Engineer

Gowthami Bio-Energies Limited
01.2003 - 07.2004

Production Engineer

Organ Refractories
01.2001 - 12.2002

Shift In Charge

V.K. Hitech Industries
06.1998 - 01.2001

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

Siddhartha Engineering College
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