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Lancelot Allison
Field Operator
Bonny
Summary
Dynamic LNG Field and Process Plant Operator with over 10 years of experience in operations, commissioning, start-up, shutdown, maintenance, and turnaround activities within LNG, LPG, and utility facilities at Nigeria LNG. Expertise in ensuring safe plant operations through meticulous process monitoring and control, effective execution of Permit to Work (PTW) protocols, and thorough Job Hazard Analysis (JHA). Proven track record of maintaining operational readiness and compliance with safety standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and environmental stewardship. Recognized for achieving zero Lost Time Incidents (LTI) during significant turnarounds and shutdowns while actively mentoring junior operators to enhance team performance.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Shutdown and Start-up LNG Process Plant Operator
Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (ASC NIG. LTD. - Contract)
Bonny
02.2024 - Current
- Establish equipment preparation philosophy and showcase slides during final readiness review (FRR) for operations leadership team.
- Establish ops-in and ops-out strategies regarding assigned units, incorporating procedures for securing operations leadership approval.
- Create operations turnaround schedule according to instructions and deliver for approval leveraging MS Project and Primavera P6.
- Facilitate after-action review on completed turnaround for identification of enhancement areas.
- engage in turnaround global evaluations following Shell standards TAR1 TAR2 TAR3 FRR execution and AAR.
- coordinate issuance of daily work permits for maintenance and support teams at authorized gas tester (agst) level.
- Directed overhaul of assigned equipment, transitioning from maintenance preparation to execution and returning to operations without LTI and rework.
- Maintain housekeeping in assigned areas to promote a safe working environment.
- engage in job hazard analysis evaluations on diverse scopes.
- perform essential equipment preparation functions for ops-out and ops-in processes like isolations, de-isolations, flushing, purging, and inerting while following procedures and operational standards.
- Ensure HSE compliance via observation and adjustment of unsafe practices during turnaround execution phase.
- Guided operators through training processes to maintain consistent experience development and ensure manpower availability for uninterrupted production.
- Coordinate greenfield and brownfield interface ensuring flawless tie-in points to existing lines/equipment while following procedures and operational standards.
- Operated LNG process equipment during shutdowns and startups, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Monitored and controlled process parameters, optimizing plant performance and minimizing downtime.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment and systems, identifying and reporting issues for prompt resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency.
Integrated Safe System of Work (ISSOW Plant Operator)
Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (ASC NIG. LTD. - Contract)
Bonny
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Implemented behavioral change strategies to reinforce safety practices and maintained stringent compliance with operational standards.
- Monitored LNG operational variables to ensure steady production levels.
- monitor LNG operational variables and respond when necessary to uphold steady production.
- Oversaw plant equipment, anticipated failure modes, and documented findings in computerized maintenance management system (Pacer) for expert analysis and preventive maintenance.
- Constantly oversee plant equipment, anticipating failure mode effects, and proactively document findings in computerized maintenance management system (Pacer) for expert analysis and preventive maintenance.
- Performed first-line equipment lubrication and basic maintenance tasks.
- carry out first-line equipment lubrication and fundamental maintenance, e.g., pump oil adjustments, pigging, etc.
- efficient training of operators to secure consistent experience development and workforce availability for ongoing production.
- Utilized handheld IT instruments like pi-logger for consistent equipment tracking and data documentation daily
- Facilitate regular HSE walkabout throughout plant area to assess safety improvement opportunities and detect unsafe conditions for corrective measures.
- Perform daily permit-to-work reviews and create data vital for sustained improvement.
- proficient in application of engineering drawings, PFS, PEFS, and various work enhancement tools for analysis and troubleshooting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Rivers State University
Rivers 04.2001 -
International Vocational Qualification C&G Lvl 1-3 - Advance Welding Technology
Bonny Vocational Centre
Rivers 04.2001 -
Skills
* LNG Plant Operations* Utility Systems Operations* Field Equipment Operations* Process Monitoring and Control* Permit to Work (PTW)* Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)* Equipment Isolation and De-isolation* Plant Surveillance and Safety Walks* Emergency Response Operations* Process Troubleshooting* Sampling and Laboratory Coordination* Shift Handover and Communication* Operational Readiness* Commissioning and Start-up* Gas Testing (AGST)* Process Safety Management* Maintenance Preparation and Recommissioning* P&IDs, PFS and PEFS Interpretation* Continuous Improvement and HSE Compliance
Accomplishments
Awarded NLNG Operations partner of the year award 2025. This award is a testament to my immense contributions to the entire safe productions in Nigeria LNG.
Software
PI- Vision
Permit version 8
SAP-Hanna
Foxit
Navis works
Digital Twin
Certification
System Completion Commissioning and Start-up.
Interests
Personal Growth and Development
Timeline
Authorised Gas Safety Tester (AGST)
01-2025
Licensed DRIVER
01-2025
System Completion Commissioning and Start-up.
05-2024
Shutdown and Start-up LNG Process Plant Operator
Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (ASC NIG. LTD. - Contract)
02.2024 - Current
Integrated Safe System of Work (ISSOW Plant Operator)
Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (ASC NIG. LTD. - Contract)
08.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Rivers State University
04.2001 -
International Vocational Qualification C&G Lvl 1-3 - Advance Welding Technology
Bonny Vocational Centre
04.2001 -