Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Software
Cooking ,Gardening,Movies,Sports
Timeline
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Vinod Joy Chellamcott

Vinod Joy Chellamcott

TURBINE ENGINEER
Standerton

Summary

Experienced Mechanical Engineer with over 24 years in the Power generation and industrial sectors. Proven track record in project management, quality assurance, and maintenance of turbo-generators. Certified in ISO standards and PMP, with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and team leadership.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
23
23
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Quality Engineer

Tutuka Power Station
Standerton
11.2013 - Current
  • Implemented and maintained ISO 9001:2015 business management system
  • Developed and promoted BMS documentation and training
  • Conducted quality audits and recommended system improvements
  • Coordinated BMS activities and interacted with SO&P configuration and document management

Turbine Systems Engineer

Tutuka Power Station
Standerton
11.2006 - 10.2013
  • 1.Managed Outages: Completed on time. 2.Handled Issues: Quickly resolved turbine problems. 3.Enhanced Reliability: Reduced breakdowns with preventive maintenance. 4.Led Teams: Ensured safety and protocol adherence. 5.Improved Safety: Reduced incidents with new protocols. 6.Collaborated: Worked seamlessly with other departments. 7.Supported TQM: Aligned QC and QA with business goals.

Service Engineer (Turbines & Pumps)

Eskom Rotek Industries
Johannesburg
09.2004 - 10.2006
  • Eskom Komati Power Station Simunye Refurbishment Project: Successfully led refurbishment of Units 1 & 2 at Eskom Komati Power Station, restoring 200 MW of capacity on schedule. Improved turbine efficiency by 20%. Enhanced performance by 15% with over 50 parts replaced. Achieved 98% operational compliance. Managed team of 30 engineers and technicians. Maintained zero incidents throughout project.

Programmer Analyst

Cochin Computer Systems (P) Ltd
Kottayam
01.2000 - 02.2003
  • Efficiently supported media company - Malayala Manorama’s circulation, subscription, and advertisement divisions on various software platforms, leading to increased revenue.

Apprentice Engineer

TRANSFORMERS & ELECTRICALS(TELK)
Cochin
06.1998 - 06.1999

• Outstanding Performance: Exceptional apprenticeship performance
• Safety Excellence: Perfect safety record
• Quality Assurance: Highest quality standards
• Technical Excellence: Superior electrical maintenance skills
• Employee of Month: Multiple awards
• Training and Development: Advanced training completed.

Education

B.Eng. - Mechanical Engineering

NIT Rourkela
06.1994 - 06.1998

No Degree - Maintenance Engineering

Pretoria University
Pretoria,South Africa
01.2006 - 01.2025

Skills

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Mechanical Engineering

Team Leadership

SAP

RCM, RBI, RBO Techniques

Root Cause Analysis

Turbine & Pumps Overhaul

Certification

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor, 06/01/19

Accomplishments

Komati Simunye Refurbishment Project: Successfully led the refurbishment of Units 1 & 2 at Komati Power Station, restoring 200 MW of capacity on schedule. Improved turbine efficiency by 20%. Enhanced performance by 15% with over 50 parts replaced. Achieved 98% operational compliance. Managed a team of 30 engineers and technicians. Maintained zero incidents throughout the project.

Affiliations

Member of South African Institute of Mechanical Engineers(SAIMechE)


PMP Certified Project Manager - #3397664

Software

Python, Visio, Outlook,Inventer,Power Builder, SAP

Cooking ,Gardening,Movies,Sports

Location: 12 Mispel Street, Stander, South Africa
Hobbies and Interests:
1. Gardening: I grow spinach, broccoli, pumpkins, and chillies in my backyard
2. Cooking: I blend Indian and South African cuisines, experimenting with new recipes
Indian Recipes:
Butter Chicken: Marinate chicken in yogurt and spices, cook in a creamy tomato sauce Serve with naan or rice
Palak Paneer: Cook spinach with spices, blend into a sauce, add paneer cubes, and simmer Serve with roti or rice
South African Recipes:
Bobotie: Cook beef with spices, mix with soaked bread, top with egg custard, and bake Serve with yellow rice
Bunny Chow: Serve curry inside a hollowed-out bread loaf
Fusion Recipe:
Spicy Pumpkin and Spinach Curry: Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger Add pumpkin and spices, cook until tender Stir in spinach and coconut milk, simmer until creamy Serve with rice or roti
3. Movies: I enjoy high-quality films of all genres and languages
4. Sports: I have a keen interest in rugby and cricket

Timeline

Quality Engineer

Tutuka Power Station
11.2013 - Current

Turbine Systems Engineer

Tutuka Power Station
11.2006 - 10.2013

No Degree - Maintenance Engineering

Pretoria University
01.2006 - 01.2025

Service Engineer (Turbines & Pumps)

Eskom Rotek Industries
09.2004 - 10.2006

Programmer Analyst

Cochin Computer Systems (P) Ltd
01.2000 - 02.2003

Apprentice Engineer

TRANSFORMERS & ELECTRICALS(TELK)
06.1998 - 06.1999

B.Eng. - Mechanical Engineering

NIT Rourkela
06.1994 - 06.1998
ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor, 06/01/19
PMP Certification, PMI, USA, 12/01/22
Vinod Joy ChellamcottTURBINE ENGINEER