hichem Saouli

hichem Saouli

Shift Supervisor & Trainer Specialist
Algeria
English, Arabic, French
Freelance On-site

About Me

Senior Shift Supervisor with 20+ years of experience in power generation, including gas turbines, steam turbines, and combined-cycle power plants. Proven expertise in commissioning, operations, maintenance, and training.…

Experience

Shift Supervisor

SONELGAZ · Annaba , Annaba , Algeria
Oct 2005 - Present · 21 years 1 month

<p>Oversaw operation and maintenance of GE Gas Turbine MS 6001B (2x36 MW) and Russian/Ansaldo Steam Turbine.</p><p> Supervised control room operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with regulations.</p><p> Led and coached team members, coordinated across departments, and handled troubleshooting.</p><p> Monitored performance, conducted inspections, and responded to emergencies to ensure uninterrupted power generation.</p>

Trainer – Gas Turbine 9001AF DLN 6.2+

ICEC International Centre for Energy Competencies · Dubai, UAE
Apr 2022 - Nov 2023 · 1 year 7 months

<p>Delivered theoretical and on-the-job training sessions for operators and technicians.</p><p> Taught commissioning and start-up procedures using GE technical manuals.</p><p> Coached and mentored operators to improve safety, efficiency, and performance.</p>

Commissioning Supervisor

General Electric · Bellara Power Plant, Algeria
Oct 2020 - Dec 2022 · 2 years 2 months

<p>Supervised commissioning of a 1398 MW combined cycle plant (HRSG Doosan ST A16 / TG 9FB).</p><p> Conducted system walkdowns, ensured PID conformity, and reported anomalies.</p><p> Prepared units for first fire, synchronization, and performance testing with zero safety incidents.</p><p> Trained client operators on operational procedures and emergency handling.</p>

Commissioning Shift Supervisor

General Electric · Boutlelis Power Plant, Algeria
Dec 2018 - Mar 2020 · 1 year 2 months

<p>Supervised commissioning of a 2x240 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant (GT 9001AF DLN 6.2+ & STF A200).</p><p> Prepared units for first fire, synchronization, and protection testing.</p><p> Ensured safe application of LOTO procedures during all phases of commissioning.</p><p> Trained customer operators on plant operations and BOP systems.</p>

Trainer

Tecnicas Reunidas Group · TouatGas, Gas Treatment Station, Adrar, Algeria
Jul 2017 - Oct 2017 · 3 months

<p>Delivered both theoretical and on-the-job training sessions for operators and technicians.</p><p> Taught commissioning and start-up procedures using operational manuals.</p><p> Provided mentoring, coaching, and non-formal on-the-job training to improve operator skills.</p><p> Performed evaluations and assessments of trainees, providing feedback to enhance performance.</p>

Commissioning Shift Supervisor

General Electric · Hassi R’Mel 2 Power Plant, Algeria
Dec 2015 - Feb 2017 · 1 year 2 months

<p>Supervised commissioning of 3x240 MW Combined Cycle Units (GT 9001AF DLN 6.2+ Multi-Shafts).</p><p> Led teams during testing phases including first crank, first fire, and synchronization.</p><p> Ensured compliance with GE commissioning procedures and safety protocols.</p><p> Provided training and supervision of client operators during operations.</p>

Engineer Lead Operations

Turbo Mach (Caterpillar Company) · In Amenas, Algeria
Nov 2012 - Mar 2013 · 3 months

<p>Operated Solar Gas Turbines T130 and T70 in a power generation facility.</p><p> Prepared and validated operational procedures for client approval.</p><p> Provided operational training for customer teams on GT, ST, HRSG, and BOP systems.</p><p> Supported client teams to develop operational independence.</p>

Commissioning Shift Supervisor

Alstom Power · Terga Combined Cycle KA26, Ain Temouchent, Algeria
Mar 2012 - Nov 2012 · 8 months

<p>Supervised commissioning of a 3x400 MW Combined Cycle Power Plant (KA26).</p><p> Oversaw desalination water station, demin water systems, hydrogen station, and electro-chlorination systems.</p><p> Monitored plant operations through DCS (Alspa, ABB Egatrol) to ensure performance and safety.</p><p> Conducted black start diesel generator testing and grid synchronization procedures.</p>

PROJECTS

shift supervisor and Trainer

ICEC
Duration : 27-Oct-2023 - 02-Nov-2024

<p>- Delivered theoretical and on-the-job training sessions for operators and technicians. - Taught commissioning and start-up procedures using GE technical manuals. - Coached and mentored operators to improve safety, efficiency, and performance.</p>

Certifications

Operation power Plant

ifeg · Annaba , Annaba , Algeria · 2010

Skills

Gas Turbine Operations Steam Turbine Operations Commissioning Combined Cycle Power Plants HSE Safety Procedures LOTO Operations Leadership Team Supervision Technical Troubleshooting Mechanical Troubleshooting Electrical Troubleshooting Instrumentation Troubleshooting Training Mentoring Microsoft Office Excel Word COSWIN Reading Technical Drawings Interpreting Technical Drawings Power Generation Maintenance Control Room Operations Inspections Emergency Response GE Technical Manuals DCS Alspa ABB Egatrol Black Start Testing Grid Synchronization
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