Hung Nguyen
Senior Technical And Operations Manager
Ho Chi Minh City
Summary
Senior Technical and Operations Manager with over 10 years of experience in Oil & Gas terminals and processing facilities, including operation, maintenance, turn-around and commissioning. Strong background in Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering, HSE management, and asset integrity. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, develop preventive maintenance systems, and ensure safe, reliable, and efficient terminal & plant operations. Aiming to contribute technical leadership and strategic direction as Head of Technical at CMIT.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Head of HR & Administration cum Technical Coordination
PetroVietnam Gas Vung Tau Processing Company
03.2017 - Current
- Lead HR, Administration, and Facility & Technical Support functions for a mid-size company of 350+ employees.
- Coordinated technical readiness for the Thi Vai LNG Terminal Project (commissioned 2023) — manpower planning, operation and maintenance procedures system setup.
- Oversaw facility maintenance and upgrade projects, ensuring compliance with HSE and asset integrity standards.
- Developed company-wide competency and KPI systems, including maintenance and operational training programs.
- Supported process digitalization and reporting systems for technical performance and reliability tracking.
Deputy Head of Terminal - Technical & Operations
Thi Vai LPG Terminal & Go Dau LPG Storage
07.2012 - 03.2017
- Managed daily operations and maintenance for LPG terminal and refrigerated LPG storage systems.
- Supervised commissioning, performance testing, and start-up of major storage facilities.
- Directed preventive maintenance, risk assessment, and incident investigation activities.
- Reviewed and optimized control logic for DCS, ESD, Metering, and Tank Gauging systems.
- Led Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) and maintained zero LTI safety record.
- Coordinated maintenance with contractors and managed maintenance budgets and cost estimations.
Deputy Head of Plant - Operations & Maintenance
Dinh Co Gas Processing Plant
01.2008 - 06.2009
- Supervised plant operation and maintenance to ensure continuous, safe, and efficient performance.
- Implemented Integrated Management Systems (ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001).
- Managed mechanical, electrical, and control instrument teams.
- Applied process optimization initiatives, improving energy efficiency and plant uptime.
Production Supporting Team Leader / E&I Engineer
Thi Vai Terminal & Early Technical Roles
08.2002 - 01.2008
- Led multidisciplinary team (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Process).
- Supported maintenance and technical operations for LPG and condensate terminals.
- Participated in new terminal projects and commissioning of condensate and LPG facilities.
- Organized safety drills, emergency response exercises, and technical training for operators.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Instrumentation
Hanoi University of Technology
Vietnam06-2002
Skills
Technical Management: Preventive & Predictive Maintenance, Asset Integrity, Reliability Engineering
Operations Excellence: LNG/LPG Terminals or Gas Processing Plant Operations, Commissioning, Process Optimization
HSE & Compliance: ISO 9001/14001/45001, Risk Assessment, Management of Change
Strategic Leadership: 5-year Asset Planning, Cost Control, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
People Development: Coaching, Performance Management, Team Building
Systems & Tools: DCS/Safety Shutdown Systems, SCADA, CMMS, ERP, MS Office Suite, Google Workspace
Certification
Gas Processing for LNG – Japan Cooperation Center, Petroleum (JCCP)
Interests
Golf (HDCP 25), Football, Travel, Technology, Teaching
Accomplishments
- Led commissioning and operation readiness for LPG and LNG terminal projects.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs.
- Developed and conducted technical training for engineering and operation staff.
- Drove process optimization and safety initiatives, reducing downtime and incidents.
- Recognized for zero lost-time incidents under supervision.
Timeline
Head of HR & Administration cum Technical Coordination
PetroVietnam Gas Vung Tau Processing Company
03.2017 - Current
Deputy Head of Terminal - Technical & Operations
Thi Vai LPG Terminal & Go Dau LPG Storage
07.2012 - 03.2017
Deputy Head of Plant - Operations & Maintenance
Dinh Co Gas Processing Plant
01.2008 - 06.2009
Production Supporting Team Leader / E&I Engineer
Thi Vai Terminal & Early Technical Roles
08.2002 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Instrumentation
Hanoi University of Technology