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Virendra Kumar Sahani
Manager
Kota,UT
Summary
Manager 16 yrs of experince in leading power plant chemistry Lab & operations for thermal and nuclear units. Oversees chemical dosing, water treatment, NABL-accredited coal laboratory work, and quality control to support safe, compliant plant performance. Coordinates chemistry reporting, IMS and EnMS documentation, and operating support during commissioning, boiler light-up, and routine plant runs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Lalitpur Power Generation Company Ltd.
11.2018 - Current
- Streamlined chemistry lab operations by calibrating equipment to ensure high accuracy and monitoring lab results to implement corrective measures for chemical dosing. Maintained readiness of fine chemicals and optimal health of instruments while engaging in quality assurance in NABL-accredited coal laboratory settings. Supported compliance and efficiency improvements in power plant operations through active involvement in IMS and ENMS systems.
- Plant: 3 × 660 MW | Date of Joining: 20 November 2018
- Streamlined workflow processes to minimize downtime across operations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to address operational challenges effectively.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to effectively resolve operational challenges.
- Conducted regular audits of equipment and systems to identify areas for improvement.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through team engagement initiatives.
Senior Chemist
Talwandi Sabo Power Ltd. / Steag Energy Services India Ltd.
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Plant: 3 × 660 MW | Period: 16 November 2017 to 20 November 2018. I am working as shift in charge here. Managed operation of RO-DM plant, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.Along with Responsiblity of PTW in WTP area , take reporting of part of wtp plant as like , Pre Treatment Plant , Effluent Treatment , Zero Liquid Discharge plant , Chlorination plant , Cooling water Treatment Plant , Condensate Polishing Plant , update defect and availibity of major equipment , to Report it Main Plant CCR shift incharge & Head Chemistry.
Senior Chemist
Talwandi Sabo Power Ltd. / Steag Energy Services India Ltd.
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Plant: 3 × 660 MW | Period: 16 November 2017 to 20 November 2018. I am working as shift incharge here. Operated RO-DM plant at 90 X 2 m3/hr and managed PTW in the WTP area.
Chemist (Officer)
Adani Udupi Power Corporation Ltd.
04.2015 - 11.2017
- Plant: 2 × 600 MW | Period: 6 April 2015 to 10 November 2017.
- Oversaw SWRO-DM plant operations (225 m3/hr) and BWRO (120 m3/hr) efficiency. Ensured adherence to permit-to-work protocols within water treatment facility. Generated performance reports on pre-treatment effluent and Electrochlorination plant processes. Assessed chlorination cooling water treatment and condensate polishing procedures. Documented equipment defects and availability for critical machinery maintenance. Collaborated with CCR shift leader and chemistry head regarding operational updates.
Coordinator Chemist
GMR EMCO Energy Ltd.
05.2014 - 03.2015
- Plant: 2 × 300 MW | Period: 2 May 2014 to 20 March 2015.
- Monitored coal rake sampling and ensured accuracy in auto and bunker coal sampling. Reviewed DM plant reports at shift end, highlighting key parameters and chemical defects. Provided support for PTW processes in coordination with contract personnel during C shift. Ensured compliance with sampling protocols to uphold quality standards.
Senior Assistant (Chemist)
Adani Power Rajasthan Ltd.
10.2012 - 04.2014
- Supported commissioning activities of the supercritical thermal power plant and handling operation and quality control of water treatment plant operations.
- Plant: Supercritical Thermal Power Plant, 2 × 660 MW | Period: 30 October 2012 to 24 April 2014.
- My responsibility here as WTP Shift Chemist to check routine samples of WTP as pH , conductivity, FRC, turbidity, silica, iron, hydrogen gas purity, Oil analysis as well as moisture, Na , Viscosity, To Collect Boiler water samples from Swas , note down reading of swas ,make shift reports and report any abnormality regarding plant parameters to WTP Shift in charge ,
Chemist
Rajiv Gandhi Thermal Power Plant / Vikram Engineering Ltd.
10.2011 - 09.2012
- Operation and quality control of water treatment plant operations.
- Plant: 2 × 600 MW | Period: 15 October 2011 to 26 September 2012.
- My responsibility here as WTP Shift Chemist was to check routine samples of WTP as pH , conductivity, FRC, turbidity, silica, iron, hydrogen gas purity, Oil analysis as well as moisture, Nas , Viscosity, To Collect Boiler water samples from Swas , note down reading of swas ,make shift reports and report any abnormality regarding plant parameters to WTP Shift in charge
Operator cum Analyst
Rawatbhata Atomic Power Plant / Project Force Ltd.
08.2009 - 10.2011
- Oversaw operation and quality control of water treatment plant, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Plant: 6 × 220 MW, Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd. | Period: 8 August 2009 to 15 October 2011.
- Here i am working as operator, to Operate Conventional DM Plant, Chlorination Plant, Backwash of DMF ,ACF, Regeneration SAC, SBA, MIXED BED , Note down operational Parameters of equipment , and report abnormalities to site incharge and Operation incharge .
Education
B.Sc - Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
Goverment College Kota
Kota, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Water Analysis
Coal Analysis
Chemical Analysis
Oil Analysis
Flue Gas Analysis
Chemical dosing
Water treatment plant operations
Quality control
Compliance documentation
Process monitoring
Boiler water chemistry
Steam cycle chemistry control
Cooling water treatment
Demineralization plant operation
Effluent treatment plant operation
Laboratory accreditation management
Interests
Personal Details
- Father's Name: Late Shri Indrajit Sahani
- Date of Birth: 30 April 1985
- Marital Status: Married
- Permanent Address: H. No. E-66, D.C.M. Colony, Kota-4, Kota, Rajasthan
Instruments Handled
Experienced in using laboratory and plant chemistry instruments including bomb calorimeter, pH meter, conductivity meter, ORP meter, DO analyzer, Karl Fischer coulometer, NAS apparatus, jar test apparatus, Dean & Stark apparatus, spectrophotometers (Shimadzu UV-1800, HACH DR-5000 and DR-2800), turbidity meter, GCV LECO AC500, TGA-701, H2 purity meter, dew point meter, flash point apparatus, and Orsat apparatus.
Plant Exposure
- Worked on large thermal power plant systems including supercritical reheat once-through boiler operations, high-pressure steam systems, turbines, and associated chemistry and water treatment systems.
- SWRO / BWRO / DM: 225 × 3 m3/hr, 80 × 3 m3/hr, 75 × 3 m3/hr, 120 × 2 m3/hr
- PT Clarifiers: 2147 × 2 m3/hr, 1500 × 2 m3/hr, 1050 × 2 m3/hr
- RO-DM Plants: 45 × 2 m3/hr, 90 × 1 m3/hr, 140 × 2 m3/hr, 35 × 2 m3/hr
- Condensate Polishing Units: 822 m3/hr and 545 m3/hr systems
- Chlorination Plants: 150 × 2 kg/hr and 180 × 4 kg/hr
Core Responsibilities
- Analyze boiler water, superheated steam, feed water, condensate water, raw water, clarified water, cooling water, UF, RO, and DM water samples.
- Operate and monitor condensate polishing units, RO-DM plants, PT-RO-DM systems, and related water treatment facilities.
- Conduct coal analysis and support documentation requirements in an NABL-accredited coal laboratory environment.
- Support IMS and EnMS requirements through systematic monitoring, reporting, documentation, and compliance-focused plant chemistry practices.
- Optimize feed water chemical dosing and maintain chemistry parameters within prescribed limits.
- Coordinate with CCR and operations teams during boiler light-up, commissioning, and plant operating activities.
- Monitor SWAS and stator water chemistry parameters and ensure timely corrective action.
- Prepare reagents, stock solutions, calibration standards, shift chemistry reports, and laboratory records.
- Perform coal, fuel oil, lube oil, flue gas, hydrogen, and CO2 analysis as per plant requirements.
- Support safe handling of chemicals, PPE compliance, and chlorine leak emergency preparedness.
Timeline
Manager
Lalitpur Power Generation Company Ltd.
11.2018 - Current
Senior Chemist
Talwandi Sabo Power Ltd. / Steag Energy Services India Ltd.
11.2017 - 11.2018
Senior Chemist
Talwandi Sabo Power Ltd. / Steag Energy Services India Ltd.
11.2017 - 11.2018
Chemist (Officer)
Adani Udupi Power Corporation Ltd.
04.2015 - 11.2017
Coordinator Chemist
GMR EMCO Energy Ltd.
05.2014 - 03.2015
Senior Assistant (Chemist)
Adani Power Rajasthan Ltd.
10.2012 - 04.2014
Chemist
Rajiv Gandhi Thermal Power Plant / Vikram Engineering Ltd.
10.2011 - 09.2012
Operator cum Analyst
Rawatbhata Atomic Power Plant / Project Force Ltd.
08.2009 - 10.2011
B.Sc - Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
Goverment College Kota
04.2001 -