Overview
Work History
Education
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Skills
Interests
Cycling
Timeline
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Charles  Wheatley

Charles Wheatley

Operations and Maintenance Manager
UAE ,SH

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Commissioning Manager

Proxa Water UAE
01.2023 - 01.2023
  • ADNOC SARB – STP Replacement Project) Construction

Commissioning Team

Proxa Water UAE
01.2023 - 01.2023
  • Ambatovy – Nickel Mine – Mn Removal Filtration Skid)

Commissioning Manager

Proxa Water SA
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Eskom Kusile Refurbishment Project – South Africa) Construction

Commissioning Manager

Proxa Australia
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Liontown – Lithium Mining and Spodumene Production
  • Facility

Commissioning Manager

Proxa Water SA
Anglo, Ashanti
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Phase 1 - Clarification System - Ghana)

Commissioning Manager

Proxa Water SA, Barrick, TSF
01.2020 - 01.2021

O&M Manager

Proxa Water UAE
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • ADNOC O&M – UAE
  • Optimized inventory management systems to maintain adequate stock levels while reducing waste.
  • Developed successful O&M strategies that aligned with organizational objectives and industry best practices.
  • Managed budgets effectively, controlling costs, and prioritizing investments for optimal results.
  • Reduced equipment downtime through efficient maintenance planning and scheduling.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments such as engineering and procurement for seamless project execution.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance through strict adherence to industry standards and guidelines.

Construction Manager

Proxa Water UAE, Al
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Jaber Construction / Petrofac Refurbishment / Expansion
  • Projects – UAE)

Site Manager

Proxa Water, Greenside Colliery
01.2013 - 01.2015

Site Manager

Proxa Water, Shanduka Colliery
01.2012 - 01.2013

Site Manager

Proxa Water, African Barrick Gold – Tanzania
01.2011 - 01.2012

Site Supervisor

Proxa Water, Eskom Kriel Power Station
01.2010 - 01.2011

Senior Process Controller

Proxa Water, Secunda, WSA
01.2009 - 01.2010

Education

No Degree - Safety Health Environment Risk Management

Wits University
Johnnesburg
01.2014 - 06.2014

Basic H2S Awareness Training - ETSDC Mussafah – UAE. Travel By Boat and Chopper Offshore Training (TSBB – OPITO APPROVED) - ETSDC Mussafah – UAE. Root - undefined

Wits University
2014

Accomplishments

  • COMMISSIONING MANAGER FOR CLIENTS IN DIFFERENT REGIONS o Australia o South Africa o Ghana o Tanzania o Madagascar
  • PROFICIENCIES o Technically literate in Processes and Software (Operational Systems) o Microsoft 365 Office Suite o Leadership o Critical Thinking o Customer Service o Team Worker o Commissioning Reverse Osmosis Systems (Packaged Applications) / Process Control
  • Systems
  • WATER TREATMENT APPLICATIONS & Types Of Experiences (Greenfield & Brownfield
  • Projects) - ADNOC OIL & GAS OFFSHORE RO & STP Installations – Operations and Maintenance of
  • Camp Utilities – 4 years – 18 Units – 1,600,000 L Production / Day (Treatment Capacity) o Managed Daily Operational Objectives & Production o Distributed Production Reports o Maintenance Requests o Managed Maintenance Inventory o Procurement o Executed Refurbishment Items & Replacements - PETROFAC EPC OFFSHORE RO & STP Installations – Project Management, Installation
  • Supervision and Commissioning – 2 Years – 10 Units, including [Camp Expansion Projects]
  • My diverse project management background includes overseeing the installation and commissioning of 10 units, including [Camp Expansion Projects]
  • This experience has honed my adaptability and problem-solving skills
  • Al JABER EPC Offshore RO & STP Installations – Project Management, Installation
  • Supervision and Commissioning – 2 Years – 8 Units (Camp Expansion Projects) - ADNOC Offshore SARB STP Replacement – 1 year – 4 Units – 480,000 L Treated / Day (Treatment Capacity)
  • KEY TASKS ASSIGNED
  • As a key execution commissioning manager, I have led and completed numerous projects, inspiring my team and setting high standards in the industry
  • Understand client scope and deliverables - Transportation, packaging and delivery of RO & STP Modules to shipping yards - Sourcing and Developing Scope for Contractors - Giving direction to contracted parties, Electrical and Mechanical Contractors - Ensure the Electrical Team completes quality control documents - Ensure redline drawings are issued for Mechanical Drawings - Ensure the quality of connections and couplings is the correct specification - Commissioning of Reverse Osmosis Systems - Testing Electrical Connections - Testing Communication Systems - Testing Mechanical Equipment - Stress testing of equipment where applicable and possible - Punch Item Development and Corrections - Modifications
  • Provide direction for Operational Activities - Training for Client Staff - Training on the approved design concept - Training on system configuration o Chemical handling o Production Modes o Logsheets o Servicing and Maintenance Requirements o Managing Min – Max Levels - Consumables and Spares Inventory
  • Provide Sustainable Operational Solutions - Manpower - Chemicals and Consumables - Unit Services - CIP Services - Maintenance - Data Tracking - Remote Support
  • Provide Support during Establishment and Execution phases of Projects - Engineering standby support - Telecoms support - Remote Online support
  • Provide Clients with absolute service and support - Breakdown support - Emergency support - Emergency services for material and supplies
  • Consult on Water Treatment Applications - Inspections of non-performing water treatment applications - Draft report on improvement strategies - Opex/Capex costing for improvement plan - Refurbishment and Replacement of RO and STP systems
  • Develop Maintenance Strategies for RO/STP Systems - Preventative maintenance planning - Risk / Condition-based Maintenance & Monitoring - Predictive maintenance - Corrective maintenance - Emergency maintenance
  • Managing Inventory - Critical Spares - Maintenance Spares - Consumable Spares - Consumable Lubricants - Chemicals - Laboratory materials
  • Sales and Marketing - Setting up Chemical supply channels for the company - Packaging & Logistics - Handling & Training
  • Safety Management o Development / Implementation of Systems o Risk Assessments o Risk Mitigations o Monitoring and Inspections of Controls
  • Process Control Systems o Operating control system development and bug fixes o Operated various operating systems, CITEC, Honeywell
  • Plant Maintenance Systems o Administration System Development o Power Distribution Sector o Oil and Gas Sector o Metal Mining / Mineral Mining Sector o Petrochemical Sector
  • Risk Management o Administration o Risk Assessments o Root Cause Analysis Investigations o Development and Improvement Planning o Inspections
  • Customer Service o Customer Retention Management Problem Solving Communication Active Listening Technical Solutions Adaptability and Patience
  • Project Management (Greenfield & Brownfield Projects) o Offshore MEP / EPC – Construction Accommodation Utility RO/STP Facilities Installation
  • Project

Additional Information

  • & UAE License INTERESTS Engineering Process Design Automation Automotive Industry Sales & Marketing Battery Industry Mechanics / Electronics Cycling

Skills

Health and safety

Project closeout

Maintenance planning

Customer focus

Scheduling

Environmental awareness

Training coordination

Program implementation

Asset management

Procurement management

Construction oversight

Project controls

System walk-down checklists

Commissioning strategy

Start-up planning

Operational readiness

Site acceptance testing

System dynamic testing

Controls systems

Pre-commissioning activities

Safety review

Teamwork

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Interests

Cycling

Shooting

Cycling

I cycle 3-4 times a week; Health is wealth. 

Timeline

Commissioning Manager

Proxa Water UAE
01.2023 - 01.2023

Commissioning Team

Proxa Water UAE
01.2023 - 01.2023

Commissioning Manager

Proxa Australia
01.2023 - 01.2024

Commissioning Manager

Proxa Water SA
01.2022 - 01.2023

Commissioning Manager

Proxa Water SA
01.2021 - 01.2022

Commissioning Manager

Proxa Water SA, Barrick, TSF
01.2020 - 01.2021

O&M Manager

Proxa Water UAE
01.2016 - 01.2019

Construction Manager

Proxa Water UAE, Al
01.2015 - 01.2017

No Degree - Safety Health Environment Risk Management

Wits University
01.2014 - 06.2014

Site Manager

Proxa Water, Greenside Colliery
01.2013 - 01.2015

Site Manager

Proxa Water, Shanduka Colliery
01.2012 - 01.2013

Site Manager

Proxa Water, African Barrick Gold – Tanzania
01.2011 - 01.2012

Site Supervisor

Proxa Water, Eskom Kriel Power Station
01.2010 - 01.2011

Senior Process Controller

Proxa Water, Secunda, WSA
01.2009 - 01.2010

Basic H2S Awareness Training - ETSDC Mussafah – UAE. Travel By Boat and Chopper Offshore Training (TSBB – OPITO APPROVED) - ETSDC Mussafah – UAE. Root - undefined

Wits University
Charles Wheatley Operations and Maintenance Manager