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Quoc Thang Nguyen

Quoc Thang Nguyen

Mechanical Leader
Ho Chi Minh City

Summary

Mechanical Engineer/Leader with 15+ years of experience in offshore and onshore oil & gas operations, currently serving as Senior Rotating Engineer / Technical Authority. Strong expertise in maintenance leadership, rotating equipment, valves & PSV management, tender evaluation, contractor oversight, and asset integrity. Proven ability to lead maintenance teams, manage major overhauls and shutdowns, and deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective maintenance solutions in compliance with international standards (API, ASME, ISO).

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Senior Rotating Engineer / Technical Authority

Idemitsu Gas Production Vietnam
02.2022 - Current
  • Act as Mechanical Technical Authority for rotating equipment and mechanical systems on offshore gas facilities
  • Lead planning and execution of preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance programs
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to offshore maintenance teams for troubleshooting and equipment reliability improvement
  • Manage tendering, technical bid evaluation, and contractor selection for maintenance and overhaul services
  • Review and approve technical specifications, datasheets, procedures, FAT/SAT and vendor documentation
  • Develop and manage annual maintenance budgets and spare parts strategies
  • Ensure compliance with company engineering standards, legislation, and class requirements
  • Drive continuous improvement through MOC, maintenance data review, and cost optimization initiatives

Senior Rotating Engineer – Onshore Support

Korea National Oil Corporation (KNOC)
03.2014 - 02.2022
  • Provided onshore technical support for offshore facilities covering rotating equipment, valves, PSV, cranes, HVAC, and piping systems
  • Served as technical advisor for major equipment including Solar gas turbines, compressors, and generator packages
  • Planned and supervised major overhauls, shutdown campaigns, and critical maintenance activities
  • Led technical evaluation of tenders, PRs, POs, and vendor proposals
  • Managed PSV troubleshooting, recertification, and crane re-certification programs
  • Coordinated and managed multiple projects from tendering to site execution, including: Solar turbine & compressor change-outs; 12” Isolation Techno Plug online valve replacement; Subsea PLEM repair and tie-in spool replacement projects

Key Achievements:
• Delivered USD 261,000 maintenance cost saving through technical troubleshooting and negotiation with OEM
• Achieved ~USD 1 million cost saving by optimizing DSV utilization with other operators
• Successfully executed multiple turbine and compressor change-out projects safely and on schedule
• Developed and delivered internal technical training courses for offshore maintenance teams

Offshore Mechanical Engineer

Cuu Long Joint Operating Company (CLJOC)
03.2008 - 02.2014
  • Executed preventive and corrective maintenance for offshore production facilities
  • Led mechanical technicians during routine maintenance and shutdown campaigns
  • Planned materials, manpower, and job execution via CMMS (MAXIMO)
  • Conducted technical training for technicians (vibration analysis, wire rope inspection)
  • Key Achievements:
  • Completed 3 major shutdown campaigns safely and on schedule
  • Led successful replacement of Rolls-Royce turbine engines
  • Developed and mentored junior technicians to offshore competency standards

Mechanical Project Engineer

Ha Tien Cement JSC
07.2007 - 02.2008
  • Reviewed vendor and contractor designs
  • Supervised installation and commissioning of mechanical equipment
  • Identified and corrected design issues prior to fabrication

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -

Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
01.2007

Skills

Mechanical & Maintenance Leadership

Rotating Equipment (Pump, Compressor, Turbine, Crane)

Valves & Pressure Safety Valves (PSV)

Offshore Maintenance & Shutdown Management

Tendering, Bid Evaluation & Contractor Management

Asset Integrity & Reliability Improvement

Budget Planning & Cost Control

MOC, RCA & Performance Standards

API / ASME / OEM Standards

HSE & Regulatory Compliance

References

Available upon request

Certification

EX General Training Vietnam, 26 Jan – 28 Jan 2026

Timeline

Senior Rotating Engineer / Technical Authority - Idemitsu Gas Production Vietnam
02.2022 - Current
Senior Rotating Engineer – Onshore Support - Korea National Oil Corporation (KNOC)
03.2014 - 02.2022
Offshore Mechanical Engineer - Cuu Long Joint Operating Company (CLJOC)
03.2008 - 02.2014
Mechanical Project Engineer - Ha Tien Cement JSC
07.2007 - 02.2008
Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology - Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering,
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