MUHAMMAD ZAHID KHAN

• Developed standardized evaluated procedures and techniques for tests used in the analysis of specimens.
• Capable for Blending of different petroleum products according to customer requirements.
• Demonstrate technical expertise in multiple analytical techniques particularly(GC,ICP,AAS&TBP)
• To carry out analysis on wide range of petroleum products Distillates and residue including LPG,LNG,Naphtha Gasoil, Kerosene Jet ,various grade of bunker fuel, Gasoline, oxygenate and their blend with nominative additive as specified in laboratory capability documents under own initiative or as directed by laboratory supervisor or Manager in strict accordance with the relevant approved controlled procedures.
• Provide technical guidance to Customers in relation to enhance efficiency.
• Monitor & management of equipment calibration, troubleshoot & maintenance of the lab equipment’s to keep in working condition.
• Equipment installation and commissioning activities and deliver training to other lab staff.

• Reduced turnaround time for test results by optimizing workflows and laboratory procedures.
• Mentored junior staff members to foster professional growth, skill development, and career advancement opportunities within the organization.
• Maintained equipment and facilities in good working order.
• Facilitated troubleshooting efforts during unexpected challenges or crises while maintaining composure under pressure.
• Supervise Whole QC activities
• Prepared and validated buffers and in-house reagents, calibrators, and controls in advance of laboratory testing and analysis orders.
• Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to verify quality control.
• Created quality control reports on monthly basis.

• To perform Rundown & Shipments testing of all refinery products (LPG Naphtha, Kerosene, Jet Fuel, FFO, Base oil & Asphalt) by ASTM, UOP, IP and ISO methods

Achievements:

Member of Laboratory Team for commissioning new units in National Refinery Limited. Units include;

• Hydrogen Production Unit by Steam Reformer Process
• Isomerization of Light Naphtha to produce High RON Naphtha
• Desulfurization units for Diesel and Naphtha to meet Euro II Fuel specifications
• Amine Treating Unit and Claus Process for Sulfur Recovery.

• To monitor the plant operation and inform Laboratory Section Head of abnormal operating parameters that may be prevailing. To co-ordinate with Laboratory Section Head with regard to analysis schedule test runs, shutdowns, start-ups, technical surveys and inspection- related analysis.
• Performs routine analysis of raw, intermediate products and finished products
• Preparation of Laboratory Reagent
• Test samples to determines;Total Alkanity,Total Hardness, Ca and Mg Hardness,Suspended solid and Iron
  Environmental Analysis.(pH, Conductivity, Oil%, Sulphate, Sulphide, TDS, Ammonia, Iron, Chlorides, Phenol BOD
  & COD)
• Quality Analysis of Water from Boilers and Cooling tower