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Benjie Morales  Canlas

Benjie Morales Canlas

Foreman Electrical & Instrumentation
Cebu

Summary

To pursue a challenging career in the field of construction, commissioning and maintenance so that I can utilize my knowledge and skill of electrical and Instrumentation effectively and efficiently in a practical manner in my professional approach.

A dedicated Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor and Foreman with over 15 years of international experience in construction, power plants, refineries, oil & gas, and industrial projects across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and the Philippines. Skilled in supervising electrical installations, instrumentation works, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance, while also capable of hands-on work as a foreman when required. Proven ability to lead and train multinational teams, coordinate with engineers and project managers, and ensure compliance with international safety standards. Certified in Electrical Safety, PTW Authorization, Confined Space, LOTO, and Work at Height, with a strong track record of delivering projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrical Technician

Kauban Builders Inc.
Cebu
12.2024 - 05.2026
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports.
  • Troubleshoot faults to guarantee reliable and safe electricity supply.
  • Collaborated with engineers on projects, providing technical input when needed.
  • Fabricate portable submeter with circuit breaker, extension wire,power outlet for site equipment used for the welder
  • Conducting routine maintenance to ensure the longevity and efficiency of electrical equipment for smooth production
  • Applied industrial engineering knowledge to review and repair systems.
  • Performed wiring activities; improved the safety of the installations.

Foreman Electrical & Instrumentation

SHINBO Co. Ltd.
Fujairah
07.2021 - 08.2023

⦁ Installation of earthing matt/ tape grounding system for substation connected to structural support and Equipment
⦁ lifting assembly structural support for High Voltage disconnector/isolator
⦁ intallation of main core substation high voltage transformer,HV current transformer,surge/lighting arrester ,isolator,circuit breaker and power transformer
⦁ Layout markings and centering for main foundation pad for high voltage power transformer
⦁ installation and fabricate of cable tray and cable ladder
⦁ cable laying and pulling of control cable,power cable and termination to switch gear and control panel
⦁ cable pulling of bare wire cable for fencing area and earthing rod installation.
⦁ Lifting ,Assembly parts of GSUT- SIEMENS Energy high voltage transformer (645MVA) & UAT-HYOSUNG (85MVA) transformer main body parts bolt torquing HV &LV turret, concervator,breather installation,radiator ,cable connection,installation of safety device and charging with dry air and leak test
⦁ IPB pipe lifting fit-up alignment cutting ,grinding conductor,enclosure and ensure distance good alignment transformer bushing and IPB terminal in specific drawing for busbar link
⦁ Conduct pre-testing meggering conductor,enclosure of IPB pipe
⦁ Assist vendor installation for HV bushing for transformer monitoring device(TMS)
⦁ Assist vendor for (OLTC )overload tap changer setup and functional test UAT & GSUT
⦁ GCB, Air pressurization panel,air line tubing,accessories rubber bellow installation,
⦁ Isolated Phase Busduct air pressurization panel leak test for time interval according to specific standard to the client
⦁ Responsible for preparation Extension bus bar,flexible link installation bolt torquing and markings to GSUT,UAT,GCB, steam turbine Generator & transformer,
⦁ High voltage circuit breaker assist with the vendor for charging with SF6 gas for arc quincher and excellent electrical insulator
⦁ Assist vendor for oil sampling & properties GSUT,UAT,and transformer excitation
⦁ Assist vendor MITSUBISHI POWER generator for AC/DC ring busduct high Voltage insulation wrapping,neutral phase star connection flexiblelink busbar installation,alignment
⦁ gravel filling around the substation for safety purposes of personnel touch and step high resistivity insulation

Foreman Instrumentation

ALGHANIM INTL (Shinbo Ltd.)
kuwait
04.2019 - 07.2021
  • Team leader and Responsible of installation stanchion support transmitter and hook up drawing PID as per project specification standard
  • Cable tray fabrication, installation, support, cable pulling from DCS panel to field instrument
  • Responsible for schedule cable glanding termination of primary instrument cables in DCS cabinet control room, HVAC, Mimic panel and MCT schedule
  • Fire and gas system device installation & checking various gas detector like fire, smoke, heat and gas
  • Simulation and loop check of transmitter, control valve functional test by using loop calibrator and HART communicator
  • LNG project storage tank farm area hook-up instrument device, stanchion support installation of Impulse line tubing and bending installation and modification as per standard specific requirements.
  • Leak testing of tubing using Nitrogen air from 10 bar up to 15 bar using soap water
  • Impulse line tubing and bending (swagelock, hylock fittings)
  • Installation of air fitting from point header to control valve and manifold
  • KUWAIT HDKC – HYUNDAI Eng’g

Supervisor Electrical & Instrumentation

PEC LTD.
Singapore
03.2010 - 09.2017
  • Supervision, inspection testing of instrument and control cables terminated in the field instruments, junction box, marshalling cabinet, local control panel
  • Ensure all installations and testing work carried out during construction such as instrument installation, location plan of instruments, cable tray, impulse line tubing hook up drawing and P&ID as per project specification and standards
  • Lead and supervise commissioning test, conduct site orientation and communicate work scope briefing
  • Responsible for all electrical and instrument inspection activities such as cable tray installations, tubing and panel installations, instruments and control valve installations.
  • Team leader Shutdown Maintenance 2016 for Petrochemical Complex of Singapore, Supervision of instrument disconnection and reconnection of cable and tubings. Replace new instrument according to client requirements.
  • Supervision testing and inspection of electrical distribution panel installation, power cable laying, cable termination and testing
  • Leading team to carry out control valve factory assembly, testing stroke test configuration and calibration at FLOWSERVE PTE LTD. Singapore
  • Motor servicing, inspect and conduct insulation resistance test coil winding and applied greasing for lubricant
  • Bench calibration of Pressure Gauge using deadweight
  • Calibration of industrial instruments such as pressure transmitter, temperature, level switch, valve positioner (valtek), oxygen analyzer, PH and Conductivity meters
  • 21 Shipyard Rd. Singapore 628144

Education

COLLEGE DIPLOMA - Electrical Technology ( Automation Technology ), Engineering (Electrical / Electronic)

Center for Industrial Technology & Enterprise
Cebu City
05-1998

High School Diploma - undefined

MANDAUE ACADEMY
Mandaue City
05-1995

Skills

    Electrical and instrumentation technician

Personal Information

  • Date of birth: 01/03/78
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Filipino
  • Marital status: Married

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  • Occupational First Aid and Basic Life Support Training with CPR and AED, Think Safe Training Consultancy and Services Corporation, Unit 225 Raintree Mall, Ramos St., Cebu City, Philippines, 07/30/25, 07/31/25
  • Samsung C&T Safety Award Certificate of Appreciation, 11/21/21
  • PTW Authority Holder (Construction), HDKC / Alghanim, 03/17/21, 03/16/24
  • Confined Space Entrant, HSS JV / Alghanim, 09/06/20, 08/20/21
  • LOTO Authorization EPC-45, HSS JV / Alghanim, 03/31/20
  • Trained and Authorized Person PTW, HSS JV / Alghanim, 04/23/19, 12/31/20
  • Electrical Installation – CP5; 1998 Code of Practice, ITE-College East, 10 Simei Ave., Singapore, 486047, 04/03/17, 06/12/17
  • Electrical Safety Training for BASF Southeast Asia Pte. Ltd., J.M. Pang & SEA Pte Ltd., 14 Gul Ave., Singapore, 629657, 03/13/17
  • Work at Height Course for Assessor (Integrated), AKC Absolute Consultancy Pte. Ltd., 64 Hillview Terrace, Singapore, 669277, 08/13/15, 08/14/15
  • WSQ Supervise in Confined Space, AKC Absolute Consultancy Pte. Ltd., 64 Hillview Terrace, Singapore, 669277, 02/01/14
  • Working at Height Course for Supervisor, QMT Industrial & Safety Pte. Ltd., 38 Toh Guan Rd., Singapore, 608581, 01/19/14, 01/26/14
  • WSQ Supervise Workplace Safety and Health, PEC Ltd., 21 Shipyard Rd., Singapore, 628144, 01/18/14
  • Enhanced Construction Safety Orientation Course, PEC Ltd., 21 Shipyard Rd., Singapore, 628144, 12/10/13
  • Gotcha Kit Rescue Training, QMT Industrial & Safety Pte. Ltd., Singapore, 07/10/12
  • Computer Technician, TESDA Training Center, Archbishop Reyes Ave., Mabolo, Cebu City, Philippines, 11/07/05, 11/25/05

Timeline

Electrical Technician

Kauban Builders Inc.
12.2024 - 05.2026

Foreman Electrical & Instrumentation

SHINBO Co. Ltd.
07.2021 - 08.2023

Foreman Instrumentation

ALGHANIM INTL (Shinbo Ltd.)
04.2019 - 07.2021

Supervisor Electrical & Instrumentation

PEC LTD.
03.2010 - 09.2017

COLLEGE DIPLOMA - Electrical Technology ( Automation Technology ), Engineering (Electrical / Electronic)

Center for Industrial Technology & Enterprise

High School Diploma - undefined

MANDAUE ACADEMY
Benjie Morales CanlasForeman Electrical & Instrumentation