Şenol Akova

Engineering & Project Responsibilities;

Led an internal project engineering team consisting of 1 Mechanical Engineer, 1 Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer, 1 Chemical Engineer, 1 Mechanical Supervisor, 1 Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor and 1 Technical Draftsman, in addition to coordinating external engineering firms and contractors across all disciplines.

Provided full-cycle leadership for all capital investment and improvement projects, overseeing conceptual design, pre-FEED, FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover phases.

Managed project scheduling, progress tracking and portfolio reporting using SAP PPM and MS Project, ensuring full visibility, traceability and alignment with project timelines.

Oversaw development of technical specifications, executed bid evaluations and managed procurement processes to ensure compliance with quality, safety and performance standards.

Managed CAPEX budgets, controlled project expenditures and optimized resource allocation while maintaining alignment with corporate financial and strategic goals.

Supervised construction and installation activities, resolving technical issues on-site and ensuring adherence to engineering standards, quality requirements and project timelines.

Directed FAT/SAT processes and led commissioning activities to ensure flawless integration and operability of new systems and equipment.

Ensured strict compliance with SEVESO directives, EHS regulations and internal safety standards, supporting permit-to-work, risk assessments and project safety reviews.

Coordinated multidisciplinary stakeholders including operations, maintenance, production and EHS teams to ensure seamless project execution and operational readiness.

Actively participated in HAZOP studies, identifying process risks and implementing mitigation measures to ensure safe project implementation.

Successfully delivered high-priority investment projects on time, within budget and with zero lost time injury, significantly improving plant reliability, capacity and operational performance.

Key Projects Managed;

* New Dispersion Plant (for Low VoC Products)
* New Polymer Plant
* Expansion of Dispersion Plant
* Control System Upgrade (DCS)
* Safety Instrumented System Upgrade (SIS)
* New Finished Goods Warehouse
* Replacement of Existing Auxiliary Plant Reactor
* Replacement of Monomer Pipelines and Piperack
* High Pressure Cleaning System for Dispersion Plant
* Small Measure CAPEX Projects (Tank investments after RBI studies)

Maintenance Respobsibilities;
Led the maintenance organization consisting of 1 Mechanical Supervisor, 1 Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor, 1 Planner & Scheduler, and 1 Utilities Supervisor, along with a team of 17 technicians, ensuring safe, reliable and efficient plant operations.

Directed preventive and predictive maintenance programs, increasing equipment reliability and minimizing unplanned downtime.

Managed daily breakdown response and root cause analysis activities, ensuring rapid recovery and sustainable corrective actions.

Oversaw SAP PM planning, work order scheduling and execution to optimize maintenance efficiency and resource utilization.

Monitored the condition and performance of critical equipment, ensuring timely interventions and alignment with reliability KPIs.

Managed spare parts strategy and inventory control to balance availability, cost efficiency and operational continuity.

Controlled the maintenance budget, tracking expenditures and implementing cost-saving initiatives aligned with operational priorities.

Coordinated daily maintenance activities, shift planning and task distribution to maintain uninterrupted plant operations.

Organized technical and safety trainings to enhance maintenance team competency and performance.

Conducted performance evaluations and supervised high-priority intervention teams during critical operational situations.

Ensured full compliance with SEVESO requirements, conducted ATEX/Ex-proof inspections, and implemented action items from the Explosion Protection Document (EPD).

Executed legal compliance checks and ensured all maintenance workflows met engineering, environmental and safety regulations.

Oversaw the operation and reliability of utilities systems, including steam boilers, demineralized water production, process and instrument air systems, and cooling water systems, ensuring continuous and stable supply for production processes.

Managed the full Management of Change (MoC) process, ensuring safe, compliant and traceable implementation of all technical modifications across the plant.

Maintained plant compliance with SEVESO requirements and supported safety documentation updates.

Led Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) design activities for investment projects, collaborating with external engineering firms for mechanical and civil disciplines.

Coordinated with operations, maintenance and project teams to ensure seamless integration of new equipment and system upgrades.

Led basic and detailed engineering activities for Instrumentation & Control (I&C) systems across multiple chemical production plants, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with engineering standards.

Conducted technical bid evaluations and coordinated procurement activities, ensuring proper specification and selection of the control system (DCS), field instrumentation, control valves, on/off valves, analyzers, and all related I&C equipment.

Supervised construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities, ensuring proper installation, loop checks, functional tests and full system readiness.

Managed complete I&C engineering scopes for both internal plant upgrades and external EPC projects, maintaining alignment with process, mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines.

Supported operations and maintenance teams during commissioning and start-up, ensuring safe and reliable plant performance.

Provided on-site technical leadership and troubleshooting for instrument selection, control logic, safety systems, and process automation challenges.

Key Projects;

* Chlorine Alkali Plant – Adwan Chemicals (Algeria): I&C design and procurement support

* Ammonium Persulfate (APS) Plant: I&C engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning

* Performance Chemicals Plant (Batch Process): I&C design, procurement, construction and commissioning

* Gas Detection System (10 Plants): System design, procurement, installation and commissioning

* DCS Upgrade Projects: Hydrogen Peroxide Plant, Chlor-Alkali Plant, Sodium Metabisulphite Plant

Performed preventive and predictive maintenance for electrical systems including transformers, generators, LV/MV switchgear, and circuit breakers, ensuring safe and reliable plant operation.

Executed maintenance, diagnostics and optimization of automation systems, including PLC and Safety PLC platforms, improving process stability and minimizing downtime.

Supported the commissioning of new investments and plant modifications executed by the project department, ensuring seamless electrical and automation integration.

Managed spare parts inventory for electrical and automation equipment, optimizing stock levels and ensuring availability of critical components.

Conducted troubleshooting and failure analysis for electrical and control systems, implementing corrective actions to restore equipment functionality.

Collaborated with production, maintenance and engineering teams to ensure continuous operation and adherence to plant reliability target

Provided on-site technical support during the installation and commissioning of transformer systems, ensuring compliance with design specifications and operational requirements.

Performed troubleshooting, diagnostics and corrective actions on transformer protection, control and monitoring systems to resolve customer issues and restore equipment performance.

Conducted functional tests, inspections and performance verifications to ensure safe and reliable commissioning of electrical distribution equipment.

Prepared standard operating procedures (SOPs) tailored to customer needs to ensure safe and efficient operation of electrical systems.

Collaborated closely with customers, contractors and internal engineering teams to resolve technical challenges and deliver high-quality after-sales service.

Performed calibration, configuration and validation of field instruments including pressure, temperature, level and flow transmitters, analyzers, switches, on/off valves and control valves.

Conducted daily supervision of instrumentation installation activities, including cable tray installation, cable pulling, device installation and termination ensuring adherence to engineering standards and P&IDs.

Executed loop checks, functional tests and cause–effect validations, ensuring readiness and functionality of all instrument loops before commissioning.

Collaborated with electrical, mechanical and process teams to resolve multi-discipline issues and ensure smooth progress of construction and commissioning activities.

Reviewed instrumentation drawings (P&ID, Hook-up, JB layouts, Cable schedules, Loop drawings) and ensured implementation accuracy in the field.

Supported the commissioning and start-up phases by conducting troubleshooting, resolving punch items and ensuring full operability of instrumentation systems.

Ensured contractor compliance with project specifications, standards and safety requirements during field execution activities.