Veera Manikandan
salalah,Sultanate of oman
Summary
Desalination plant engineer with extensive experience in managing and optimising water treatment processes across multiple facilities. Proven track record in operating and monitoring desalination systems, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations, and executing preventive maintenance to enhance reliability. Demonstrated expertise in SCADA operations, mechanical repair, and fault finding. Adept at leading teams, negotiating cost-effective contracts, and managing budgets to achieve significant savings. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence in the water treatment industry.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Desalination plant Engineer
Alpha Electric cont LLC
salalah,oman
06.2025 - Current
- Operated and monitored desalination plant systems to ensure continuous water production.
- Maintained process parameters, water quality, and overall efficiency of the plant.
- Executed preventive and breakdown maintenance on all equipment to enhance reliability.
- Troubleshot mechanical, electrical, and process-related issues to minimize downtime.
- Ensured compliance with HSE regulations and statutory requirements for safe operations.
- Supervised operators, technicians, and subcontractors to optimize performance.
- Managed budget allocation for plant operations, delivering projects under budget while maintaining quality.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, achieving annual savings of £100k through cost-effective deals.
Process Controller
Powermech Projects Pvt Ltd
Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
12.2022 - 05.2025
- Monitored utility tunnel areas and sub-station operations using SCADA for efficiency.
- Coordinated with duty engineers to address system alarms and locate trouble spots.
- Ensured adherence to response plans during normal and emergency operations.
- Maintained operational records and assisted SCADA engineers in generating reports.
- Collaborated with maintenance supervisors to communicate and document key operational matters.
- Observed operating conditions in ventilation, fire protection, and electrical systems using SCADA.
- Logged system concerns and operational actions taken for continuous improvement.
- Managed preventive maintenance schedules to enhance water treatment plant performance.
FM Chargehand
ELECANGIA Groups
Doha
09.2019 - 11.2022
- Utility services management in Lusail, Musherib Downtown.
- Coordinated with other departments to facilitate smooth operation, minimising downtime and maximising productivity.
Shift incharge
Aqua Tech Asia Pvt Ltd
Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu
11.2014 - 08.2019
- Desalination plant operations.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
Senior Supervisor (O&M)
ECO Chem Lab Private Limited
11.2013 - 11.2014
- Responsibilities to managing the following sites :-
- 1. Desalination plant 5mld in DCW - Arumuganeri, Tamilnadu, India
- 2. Desalination plant 2.4mld in VV Minerals Authoor, Tamilnadu, India
- 3. DM plant 630 m3/day in VV Titanium, Tuticorin, Tamilnadu, India.
- Operations and maintenance management.
Shift In Charge
South Ganga Water Tech Private Limited
Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu
09.2012 - 11.2013
- Desalination plant operations.
Pre–Treatment & RO Plant Coordinator
Aqua Design India Ltd
Goa
05.2011 - 08.2012
- Desalination plant operations.
Education
Batchelor of Mechanical engineering - Mechanical
Sriperumbudur institute
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India01.2011
Skills
- Team leadership and decision-making
- Analytical skills and issue resolution
- Effective communication and technical liaison
- Process optimization and performance monitoring
- Cost management and budget oversight
- Preventive maintenance and equipment troubleshooting
- Health, safety, and environment (HSE) awareness
- Water treatment processes and reverse osmosis technology
- Programmable logic controllers (PLC) and SCADA operations
- Mechanical repair and fault finding expertise
- Client relationship management and customer service
- Technical communication and product knowledge
Certification
- Basic fire and safety
- First Aid
- Risk assessment and COSHH awareness
- Emergency response and Chemicals and MSDS
- PTW Applicant in oman
- environmental awareness
- chemical handling
Custom Section
+91-9789608872
Personal Information
- Age: 38
- Passport Number: R7223151
References
Will provide upon request
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above-mentioned information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Languages
Tamil
First Language
Hindi
Upper Intermediate
B2
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Desalination plant Engineer
Alpha Electric cont LLC
06.2025 - Current
Process Controller
Powermech Projects Pvt Ltd
12.2022 - 05.2025
FM Chargehand
ELECANGIA Groups
09.2019 - 11.2022
Shift incharge
Aqua Tech Asia Pvt Ltd
11.2014 - 08.2019
Senior Supervisor (O&M)
ECO Chem Lab Private Limited
11.2013 - 11.2014
Shift In Charge
South Ganga Water Tech Private Limited
09.2012 - 11.2013
Pre–Treatment & RO Plant Coordinator
Aqua Design India Ltd
05.2011 - 08.2012
Batchelor of Mechanical engineering - Mechanical
Sriperumbudur institute