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Virgilio Buban

Virgilio Buban

I/E Foreman
Cabuyao City

Summary

Professional in instrumentation and electrical systems with strong background in overseeing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair operations. Known for focus on team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and achieving targeted results. Skilled in project management, process optimization, and safety compliance, with commitment to high standards and effective leadership. Reliable and capable of driving consistent performance improvements.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

I/E Foreman

Chevron Oil And Gas Company
Luanda,Angola
11.2021 - 09.2026
  • Supervised installation and maintenance of instrumentation and electrical systems.
  • Coordinated daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and project deadlines.
  • Trained team members on best practices for equipmentl handling and safety protocols.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency within the team.
  • Conducted regular inspections to identify potential issues in electrical systems and equipment.
  • Managed inventory of tools and materials, ensuring availability for ongoing projects.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex instrumentation challenges.
  • Developed training materials to enhance staff competency in electrical system operations.
  • Championed the adoption of new technologies in I&E practices, driving continuous improvement across the organization''s operations.
  • Monitored expenses closely on each project phase, ensuring that budgets were adhered to without compromising on quality or scope.

Process Control System Technician 1

Saudi Aramco Oil Company
11.2013 - 07.2020

Scope:

369 Gosh Plants /G26Desalters and 486 Zulluf area /R74 Gas Plants using Onshore and Offshore and Pipelines Compressors/Utilities Plant Instruments air Compressors/ Boilers and Furnaces and Shipping Pump going to Rahima refinery plant and Khursaniyah planto.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Correct and maintain the proper function of every instrument device with issued emergency ticket and/ or minor maintenance ticket.

*Disconnected and re-connect all instrument associated each compressor

during ESD shutdown.

  • Calibrated control systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation issues, enhancing system reliability.
  • Maintained documentation for control system configurations and modifications, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Conducted routine inspections of control equipment to identify potential failures and mitigate risks.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to implement process improvements and optimize operational efficiency.
  • Trained junior technicians on control system operations and maintenance procedures, fostering skill development.
  • Led initiatives to upgrade legacy control systems, increasing overall system performance and responsiveness.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for maintenance tasks, streamlining workflows and enhancing safety protocols.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for optimization within existing control systems architectures.
  • Improved operational performance by programming and configuring PLCs according to project requirements.
  • Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures for efficient plant operations with a focus on safety protocols.
  • Minimized production disruptions due to unplanned shutdowns through proactive identification of potential risks associated with aging or outdated equipment.

Process Control System Technician 1

SRACO (ZAEED R. AL- ZAHRANI CORP.
DAMMAM KSA
05.2009 - 11.2012
  • Calibrated and maintained instrumentation for optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and implemented corrective actions to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to improve system reliability and reduce downtime.
  • Conducted regular inspections of instruments, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Trained junior technicians on best practices in instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Developed preventive maintenance schedules, enhancing equipment longevity and performance consistency.
  • Led root cause analysis initiatives, driving improvements in instrumentation processes and reducing failures.
  • Implemented calibration procedures that increased accuracy of measurement systems across operations.
  • Increased production efficiency with diligent troubleshooting and repair of instrument malfunctions.
  • Interpreted equipment manuals and schematics to determine corrective actions for repairs, calibrations, and installations.
  • Performed repair procedures on damaged instruments and sourced replacements from approved vendors.
  • Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Sr.Instrument Technician

ABV ROCK GROUP KB
ABHA Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia
05.2006 - 01.2009

*Authored instrument testing report (itr)

Procedures covering various electrical,safety,and control instrument hardware and devices.

*Coordinated loop verification and cable termination processes from field equipment and junction boxes into the cavern apparatus room (car).

*Completed field instrument inspection and preliminary commissioning steps prior to delivery to official commissioning department.

*Carried out loop verification and signal testing procedures connecting field instruments to marshalling and PLC cabinet with HART communicator multi-functional unit and frequency calibrator.

*Calibrated instruments per manufacturer documentation, operations guidelines, and data sheet parameter settings.

*Adjusted and calibrated flow-control valves, actuated motor-operated valves, and block valves.

*Validated loop checks and completed system commissioning for safety and control frameworks.

*Configured and programmed FACP for Qassim Bulk Plant (QBP) specifically,

*Installed and validated Bentley Nevada monitoring equipment for vibration and temperature measurements using MCOS multi-functional calibrators.

*Performed system configuration and commissioning activities for Saab radar tank (RTG) units at Qassim Bulk Plant (QBP).

*Carried out scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance work for safety and control infrastructure per official work orders.

*Executed functional testing and configured FMC Smith meter installation at fuel loading bay.

Education

Two Year Trade Technical Course Major Automotive - Automotive Technology

Bicol University School of Arts And Trade
Legaspi City Albay
06.1987

Timeline

I/E Foreman

Chevron Oil And Gas Company
11.2021 - 09.2026

Process Control System Technician 1

Saudi Aramco Oil Company
11.2013 - 07.2020

Process Control System Technician 1

SRACO (ZAEED R. AL- ZAHRANI CORP.
05.2009 - 11.2012

Sr.Instrument Technician

ABV ROCK GROUP KB
05.2006 - 01.2009

Two Year Trade Technical Course Major Automotive - Automotive Technology

Bicol University School of Arts And Trade
Virgilio BubanI/E Foreman