santhosh muthyala

• Lead operations of Siemens SGT6-5000F gas turbines (242 MW, syngas & ULSD fuel) and SST6-5000 HI-L ( 4000MW)
steam turbines (320 MW) with NEM HRSGs using Siemens T3000 and Honeywell control systems.
• Manage common steam and condensate networks, including VPS, HHP, HPS, MPS, and LPS distribution, along
with feedwater systems to GFU, AGR/SRU, ASU, and refinery units.
• Enforce Aramco standards for Permit to Work (PTW), LOTO procedures, and field operator safety, including
handling hazardous gases and chemicals (syngas, ULSD, H₂S, NH₃, CO, HP/MP N₂).
• Conduct daily process monitoring, water quality checks, shift management, and generation reporting, while
supervising equipment changeovers, EDG runs, firefighting systems, and weekly alarm tests.
• Oversee critical utilities such as seawater intake, cooling water, instrument air, DM water, RO plant, and ULSD
supply systems, ensuring seamless integration with power and steam generation & coordinate plant
commissioning, flushing, preservation, and routine operations of syngas skids, power blocks, and Balance of
Plant (BOP) systems.
• Drive plant reliability and availability by optimizing maintenance planning, overseeing personnel, implementing
preventive and corrective actions, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead safety programs and environmental performance, including plant safety walkdowns, hazard reporting, RCA
investigations, energy and water conservation, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Mentor and manage staff, set objectives, provide coaching, training, succession planning, and handle industrial
issues while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Serve as Aramco-approved Incident Commander, coordinating responses to emergencies and ensuring
operational resilience.
• Enhance plant efficiency through process optimization, development of procedures, and cross-functional
coordination with operations, maintenance, laboratory, and technical teams.

• Managed DCS-based operations of 8×240 MW MHI Gas Turbines, 8×450 TPH HRSG boilers, 260 MW
condensing steam turbines, and 10×6.49 MIGD Sidem desalination units.
• Oversaw auxiliary systems, including air compressors (Atlas Copco & Ingersoll-Rand) and all Balance of Plant
(BOP) equipment to ensure reliable plant performance & coordinated start-up, shutdown, scheduled, and
emergency operations, maintaining plant availability and operational efficiency while liaising with maintenance
teams.
• Authorized for high-voltage and 400 kV GIS switching operations and monitored P&ID and logic systems to
detect abnormalities and take corrective actions.
• Prepared and maintained SOPs, operational and test procedures, and work permits (planned and unplanned)
using SAP.
• Ensured safety compliance, trained operators on technical and safety protocols, and implemented risk mitigation
measures to minimize incidents & monitored daily plant activities, initiated routine operations, and contributed
to optimized plant reliability and efficiency.

• Managed commissioning and operations of 2×230 MW Siemens GTs (STG65000F) and 225 MW multi-shaft
condensing steam turbines (SST6-4000DN) with auxiliaries, sequential controls, and protection systems.
• Oversaw SGEN6-1000A TEWAC generator systems, including tubular water-cooled air coolers integrated with
chiller modules.
• Operated Siemens T3000 automation system for GT, HRSG, and steam turbine, ensuring smooth, safe, and
efficient plant operations.
• Coordinated start-up, shutdown, scheduled, and emergency operations, liaising with Siemens, Samsung, and
Egyptrole during initial commissioning.
• Authorized for high-voltage and 380 kV GIS switching operations and monitored P&ID and logic systems to
detect abnormalities and initiate corrective actions.
• Implemented Permit to Work (PTW) systems, mechanical/electrical isolations, and safety protocols per OHS
standards.
• Prepared SOPs, operational and test procedures, shift reports, daily generation, and gas consumption logs.
• Planned and supervised preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment reliability improvements.
• Assisted in performance optimization, identifying and rectifying operational obstructions, and coordinating with
Shift Charge Engineers for smooth plant operation.

Power Blocks #1, #2, #3: each block a STAG 307FA MS configuration with supplementary fired single-pressure HRSGs and a non-condensing back pressure steam turbine.

Power Block #4: a STAG 307FA MS configuration with supplementary fired three-pressure
reheat HRSGs (with bypass dampers for simple cycle operation) and a condensing steam
turbine.
Desalination plant includes 27 desalination units (MED-TVC by SIDEM) are divided in Water blocks#1, #2, #3 of 9 units.

Operation Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the start-up, shutdown, scheduled and emergency operations as per the standard operating procedures.
• Monitor and check the assigned plant to identify abnormalities and report the deviations in order to initiate necessary corrective action.
• Monitoring of the daily activities of the plant.
• Initiates routine operational activities.
• Isolations and Normalization of mechanical and electrical system during the PTW.
• Perform the assigned tasks related to implementation of safety rules.
• Working in Power Block and desalination as per the plant requirements.
• Proper implementation of IPR rules during the PTW system.

• Managed start-up, shutdown, and routine operations for Power Blocks 1-4, including STAG 30/7FA MS and STAG
307FA MS configurations with single- and three-pressure HRSGs, back pressure, and condensing steam turbines.
• Oversaw operations of desalination units (27 MED-TVC units, Water Blocks #1-3), ensuring seamless integration
with power generation systems & monitored daily plant activities, initiated operational routines, and coordinated
isolations and normalization of mechanical and electrical systems under Permit to Work (PTW) protocols.
• Ensured strict compliance with safety regulations, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 standards, and IPR rules during
all operations.
• Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to optimize plant performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.

• Managed smooth operation and commissioning of 2×220 MW GE 9FA Gas Turbines, 2× 133 MW Harbin Steam
Turbo Generators, and 2×280 TPH Thermax HRSG systems, including auxiliaries and BOP systems.
• Oversaw electrical systems, including 6.6 kV/415 V switchgear and 420 kV GIS, ensuring safe and reliable
operations.
• Supervised fuel gas skid operations, water injection, evaporative cooling, and hot water generator systems,
performing cold, warm, and hot start-ups & implemented Permit to Work (PTW) system, mechanical isolations,
and safety protocols to ensure personnel and equipment safety, aligned with OHSAS 18001 standards.
• Prepared and maintained SOPs, checklists, log sheets, and shift reports, coordinating field engineers and routine
operational activities.
• Conducted periodic shutdown planning and commissioning checks, including DLN burners, cross-firing systems,
IBH, BOP and gas skids, CO₂ concentration tests, reverse osmosis, and online/offline water wash.
• Operated automation systems (Mark VI eControl for GT), ensuring optimal turbine performance, reduced
equipment abnormalities, and minimized operational risks.
• Contributed to enhanced safety, operational efficiency, and streamlined plant performance. (445 MW CCPP)

• Commissioning and operations of 2× 140 MW Siemens Gas Turbines, 168 MW LMZ Steam Turbine, and 2×270
TPH L&T HRSG systems, including auxiliaries and control systems.
• Managed control room operations for turbines, HRSG, and Balance of Plant (BOP) systems, ensuring efficient
operation of water, cooling, air compressor, ETP/SWAS, and fire protection systems.
• Supervised generator and turbine auxiliaries, including lube oil, jacking oil, hydraulic oil, vacuum, gland steam,
and hydrogen-cooled generator systems.
• Oversaw 400 kV switchyard and transformer operations, circuit breakers, protection relays, isolators, and earth
switches.
• Enforced Permit to Work (PTW) system, safety protocols, isolations, and normalization of mechanical and
electrical systems.
• Coordinated with utilities (APTRANSCO, RGTIL, GAIL), prepared daily generation and gas nomination reports,
and developed SOPs and technical documentation for operational efficiency.
• Contributed to optimized turbine performance, plant reliability, and streamlined operations.