Mohammad Derbas, Chemical Operations Engineer | DCS | pulp & Paper Tissues

About

Chemical Engineer with over 9 years of experience in paper manufacturing and industrial operations across Jordan, the UAE and Turkey. Proven Shift
Manager and Production Engineer with a strong track record in leading production teams, optimizing processes, increasing output, and reducing operational
costs. Hands-on experience with DCS systems (ABB & Siemens), troubleshooting, HSE compliance, and startup/shutdown operations. Recognized for strong
leadership, decision-making under pressure, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Information

• Email: bau.edu.chem@hotmail.com
• Phone: 00962797977465
• Location: Amman, Jordan

Industry experience

Education: Bachelor

Seniority: Expert, Engineer, Consultant

Years of experience: 5 to 10 years

Work experience

• HSE ENGINEER

  Implemented national and site-specific health, safety, and environmental standards across all work areas.
   Inspected and verified working conditions and personnel fitness in harsh environments, including extreme weather and site hazards.
   

  DAEWOO ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION COM. LTD

  2014-08  - 2015-04

• CHEMICAL OPERATIONS ENGINEER

  Supervised production department personnel and provided on-the-job training to maintain high operational performance and safety compliance.
   Monitored and controlled operational parameters across all plant units, including gas flow, pumps, pressure, and temperature systems.

  NATIONAL CHLORINE INDUSTRIES COMPANY

  2015-04  - 2016-05

• PRODUCTION ENGINEER

  Led troubleshooting activities, including root cause analysis and technical problem-solving for process deviations.
   Trained, coached, and motivated shift operators and newly hired engineers to enhance performance and process understanding.

  FINE HYGINIC HOLDING| AL KEENA PAPER MILL

  2016-05  - 2019-02

• SHIFT LEADER

  Supervised shift-based production operations and contributed to the development and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures
  (SOPs).

  Queenex Hygiene Paper Mill

  2019-04  - 2020-05

• SHIFT MANAGER

  Led and supervised production shift teams to meet daily production targets while ensuring safety and quality standards. Prepared daily production, payroll, absenteeism, and cost reports for management review.

  ALFA GRAF PAPER MILL

  2021-02  - 2024-08

Taxonomy

• Pulp & Paper
• Industrial Gas
• Polymers & Plastics
• Paper Machinery
• Pulp & Paper