Kaihong Huang
About Kaihong Huang
Kaihong Huang is a Senior Inspection Engineer with extensive experience in asset integrity and inspection management, currently working at Applus+ in Perth, Western Australia. He has a strong background in LNG plant inspections and has contributed to significant projects for major companies in the oil, gas, and mining industries.
Work at Applus+
Kaihong Huang has been employed at Applus+ as a Senior Inspection Engineer and Senior Plant Inspector since 2016. His role involves overseeing inspection processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Based in Perth, Western Australia, he has accumulated eight years of experience in this position. His responsibilities include managing inspection teams and implementing risk-based inspection programs, contributing to the integrity and safety of various industrial assets.
Previous Experience in the Industry
Prior to his current role, Kaihong Huang worked at BHP Billiton Worsley Alumina Refinery as a Piping Integrity Engineer from 2008 to 2011. He also held positions at Chevron, where he served as an ABU FE Inspection Engineer and a Senior Integrity/Inspection Engineer from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, he worked as a Senior Inspection Engineer at Woodside Energy from 2011 to 2012. His experience spans significant projects, including the Woodside Pluto LNG Plant and Chevron Gorgon TAR111.
Education and Expertise
Kaihong Huang studied at Fuzhou University, where he earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Chemical Equipment and Machinery from 1985 to 1990. He also completed his secondary education at Fuzhou No.1 Senior High School from 1982 to 1985. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in asset integrity, inspection management, and risk-based inspection programs.
Project Involvement and Industry Exposure
Throughout his career, Kaihong Huang has been involved in various projects with major companies such as Newmont Tanami, Riotinto, APA, Tianqi Lithium, Origin Beharra Springs Gas Plant, Tronox, and BHP KNR. His work on these projects showcases his broad industry exposure and practical field experience in both onshore and offshore environments, enhancing his capabilities in inspection and asset integrity.
Corrosion and Damage Mechanisms Knowledge
Kaihong Huang possesses a deep understanding of corrosion and damage mechanisms, which is crucial for developing effective inspection strategies. His expertise supports the implementation of risk-based inspection (RBI) programs, particularly in the oil and gas, mining, and chemical processing industries. This knowledge enables him to address potential integrity issues proactively and ensure the reliability of industrial assets.