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JOHANNES CJ GROENEWALD
Ursinia Avenue 25, Heuningklip, Kleinmond, South Africa, 1795
Skype Contact: hannes.groenewald. Birth date : 14/12/1955
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Dear Sir/Madam
I am forwarding my C.V. for consideration toward the position of Production Supervisor you may have in the
Offshore Oil / Gas field, either on a regular manning basis or permanent position for new projects,
commissioning and start-up situations.
I would like to apply my skills and in-depth experience for the benefit of this organization. This job in such a
stable company offers long-term career development and this is what I am looking for. I see this company not
only as a positive work environment, but also as a good opportunity to have my skills and qualifications make
a difference. I also believe that this job will help me assume another level of responsibility in my career. The
company’s good reputation and its successful strategies and values make me want to work for this company. I
have acquired skills in all phases of production including hook-up, commissioning and start up experience on
an Offshore Platform and two FPSO. More than 25 years off DCS experience.
Positions add to experience is Production Superintendent, Production Supervisor and Company Training
Officer.
Comfortable working with multi National skills and disciplines
Strong work ethic and team player
A safety champion who “walks the talk”
Excellent communicator comfortable with written, spoken or electronic media
A self-motivated individual who physically demonstrates high energy levels and commitment and who leads
the team by example
Conduct all business professionally and to the highest ethic standards
I am confident that I am the right person for the job, and I am sure I can contribute to your growth and profit. I
would appreciate the opportunity to show you how I can help your Company meet its goals. The enclosed CV
and cover letter serve as introduction of what I can offer your Company.
JCJ Groenewald

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JOHANNES CJ GROENEWALD
Ursinia Avenue 25 Heuningklip Kleinmond, South Africa 1795
(H) +27 028 271 5110 • (M) +27 084 582 9035  hannesj@yahoo.com  geduld@sonicmail.co.za
LEAD CONTROL ROOM OPERATOR
Technically sophisticated professional with solid history of more than 40 years of progressive career
advancement in Petro Chemical and Oil & Gas industries.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
 Broad knowledge and success in all phases of production from hook-up and commissioning through start
up. More than 30 years successful experience in hydrocarbon processing operations and 25 years’
experience in control room operations management,
 Skilled at analysing and interpreting Piping Instrumentation and Design (PI&D) and Cause and Effect
(C&E) charts, while expertly operating DCS and F&G systems.
 Outstanding interpersonal and communication strengths leveraged to supervise and mentor oil & gas
technicians, troubleshoot malfunctioned equipment and offer expert recommendations for solutions, and
ensure total client satisfaction.
 Technologically savvy with working familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite software.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MODEC INTERNATIONAL, Brasilia
Lead Control Room Operator (CRO) (6/2010 – 9/2015)
Coordinated, executed and supervised ongoing activities for start-up, operate, monitor and shutdown
processed and utility systems, to achieve maximum production aboard a Floating Production Storage and
Offloading unit (FPSO). Managed the shift supervision of production staff and contractors for the
commissioning of DCS and Fire and Gas (F&G) mapping for operations and production. Monitored and
controlled all process-related equipment. Directed the safe and efficient operation of process plant systems
and associated equipment. Promoted health, safety, and environment (HSE/SHE) practices and guidelines
which aided in zero work place accidents. Dispatched personnel to address critical alarms triggers
Key Achievements:
 Served as Assistant to the Production Supervisor and supported the optimization of production.
 Operated central control room to optimize the process and reduce and control plant and equipment
malfunctions.
 Controlled and adjusted within limits the automated process control system to operate safely, to
maximise operating efficiency and to coordinate permit related isolations.

3. SBM OFFSHORE, VARIOUS – ANGOLA AND BRASILIA
Production Technician (8/2000 – 6/2010)
Served as DCS Operator in control room aboard two FPSO units in Angola and Brasilia. Served as supervisor
in the absence of the Production Supervisor. Verified safety critical maintenance was completed by scheduled
date, ensured correct level of maintenance history was recorded and follow-on corrective work orders with the
appropriate remedial action were assigned. Assisted with loop-checking, function testing of valves, cause and
effects test, dynamic commissioning, bringing new equipment into service and continuous monitoring of
process and Turret operations.
SBM OFFSHORE, VARIOUS, Production Technician, Continued…
Key Accomplishments:
 Identified plant/equipment malfunction and implemented adjustments that led to successful plant
operation within specifications.
 Carried out and designated technicians and other engineers to completed front line maintenance such
as filter changes, pressure/temperature gauges replacement.
 Managed the start-up and commissioning for a compression unit on gas platform upgrade in Angola
as well as two new conversions for operation in Brasilia, from project conception to completion.
 Oversee DCS graphics design and implementation in Clients head office
PETROSA, Mosselbay
Control Room Operator (CRO) (10/1997 – 8/2000)
Operated and controlled the external process,subsea and utility facilities in a safe and efficient manner, to
ensure the continuous production of oil and gas.
Key Achievements:
 Identified and reported any plant / equipment malfunctions to mitigate equipment deterioration into a
major incident and identified actions required to avert the possibility of a major incident occurring due
to the process or external environment.
 Implemented shutdown, isolation, depressurizing and cleaning of equipment required for
maintenance, purging and de-isolating ensuring all work permits have been cleared before bringing
production back on line
 Operated and monitored subsea and process control systems from the main control room
SELF EMPLOYED, SOUTH AFRICA
Business Owner (3/1996 – 10/1997)
PETROSA, Mosselbay
Senior Process Controller (1/1991 – 3/1996)
Controlled gas and condensate process with utility systems utilizing Foxboro and Devers DCSs. Exercised
supervision oversight for platform utilizing emergency F&G control system.
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Earned professional reputation through additional experiences:
(5/ 1988 -3/1989) Operations Training Officer (SASOL 1&11)(3/ 1982 -5/1988) Production Supervisor
(SASOL 11)(4/1989 – 12/1990) Production Superintendent (SASOL 1&11)
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
VAAL TRIANGLE TECHNICON, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
National Diploma, Chemical Engineering
SASOLBURG TECHNICAL COLLEGE, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
National Certificate, Advanced Plant Operations
— Certifications —

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Helicopter Underwater Egress Training (HUET), Expiration 2017
— Professional Development —
Offshore Survival / Under water escape training ~ Advanced fire team training / First aid
courses Devers DCS Operators course ~ Drilling Wireline course ~ Management Training
Course ~ Proficiency as Senior Process Controller Plant and Operations Safety ~ NOSA Basic
1&2: Safety Representatives ~ Superintendents Safety Course ~ NOSA -SAMTRAC (Safety
Management Training Course) ~ NOSA – ITIS (Instructional Technique in Safety) Licensed
Safety Instructor ~ TOPS (Team Orientated Problem Solving)