T.M.S.N. Thennakoon
Badulla,Sri Lanka
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in hydropower plant operation and maintenance, specialising in turbine and auxiliary mechanical systems. Demonstrates proficiency in hydraulic systems and circuit maintenance, preventive and predictive maintenance, as well as shutdown and maintenance planning. Committed to health, safety, and compliance with OSH and EU safety standards. Possesses a strong understanding of thermodynamics, materials engineering, mechanical designing, and manufacturing processes. Skilled in engineering software usage, energy management knowledge, automotive systems speciality, fluid mechanics proficiency, autocad expertise, pneumatics system mastery, hydraulics system expertise, project management, fluid dynamics analysis, facility and plant modifications. Proficient in SAP and welding techniques. Aims to leverage skills towards innovative solutions in energy management and facility optimisation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Mechanical Superintendent – Hydropower Generation Plant (201 MW)
Ceylon Electricity Board / Kotmale Power Station
2020.11 - 2026.03
- Supervise mechanical operations and maintenance of a 201 MW hydropower plant
- Lead and coordinate mechanical maintenance teams
- Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance schedules
- Executed maintenance on turbines, generators, cooling systems, hydraulic systems to ensure optimal operation
- Monitored plant performance, identifying areas for mechanical reliability enhancement
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and operating procedures to maintain operational integrity
Junior Mechanical Engineer – Yacht Manufacturing
Baff polymech Pvt Ltd
2017.09 - 2020.11
- Designed and constructed a 27 m luxury yacht (Ocean Diamond)
- Developed mechanical and structural designs using CAD software for yacht manufacturing
- Contributed to design and development of Catamaran 53 ft, OV 53 and OV 78 yacht projects
- Collaborated with production and fabrication teams to streamline workflow
- Supported installation and testing of mechanical systems
Tranning Assistant engineer
Rasik Engineering Systems
Galle, Sri Lanka
2017.01 - 2017.08
- Enhanced overall operations by implementing innovative engineering solutions.
- Worked on improving manufacturing process, enhancing production speed.
- Troubleshot technical problems effectively, preventing major breakdowns.
- Monitored project progress regularly, ensuring timely completion.
- Performed feasibility studies to assess potential project outcomes.
Mechanical Engineering Assistant
Camso Loadstar (Pvt) Ltd
2016.03 - 2016.09
- Supported troubleshooting of production machinery to minimise downtime
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance to enhance equipment performance
- Assisted in maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems to ensure operational reliability
Education
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Advance technological institute -Galle
Galle 2014.02 - 2017.08
BEng (Hons) - Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing)
University of the west of England
Bristol England 2025.09 -
Skills
Hydropower Plant Operation & Maintenance
Turbine & Auxiliary Mechanical Systems
Hydraulic system expertise
Hydraulic maintenance
Predictive maintenance
Maintenance planning
Fluid mechanics proficiency
Fluid dynamics
Energy management knowledge
Engineering software usage
Expertise in autocad
SAP
Pneumatic system mastery
Project Management
Safety compliance
Facility and plant modifications
Certification
- A member of Institution of Incorporated Engineers as a student, Sri Lanka.
- Successfully completed the executive certificate in occupational safety and health with merit pass at Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM), Sri Lanka.
- Participated in the training programme on boiler operation, maintenance, steam distribution, condensate recovery and cost saving measures in steam generation.
- Successfully completed the training programme on hydraulic symbols and circuits and maintenance of hydraulic systems at Ceylon Electricity Board.
- Participated in the certificate of completion ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 Internal Auditor (2.5 hours)
- Participated in the training programme HACCP/ISO 2200 Food safety
- Participated in the certificate of completion SAP PM Plant Maintenance (beginner to advanced level) (18 hours)
Personal details
Sound Knowledge on English
Upper intermediate
Swedish
Beginner
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
BEng (Hons) - Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing)
University of the west of England
2025.09 -
Mechanical Superintendent – Hydropower Generation Plant (201 MW)
Ceylon Electricity Board / Kotmale Power Station
2020.11 - 2026.03
Junior Mechanical Engineer – Yacht Manufacturing
Baff polymech Pvt Ltd
2017.09 - 2020.11
Tranning Assistant engineer
Rasik Engineering Systems
2017.01 - 2017.08
Mechanical Engineering Assistant
Camso Loadstar (Pvt) Ltd
2016.03 - 2016.09
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Advance technological institute -Galle
2014.02 - 2017.08