About SMRP Caribbean
The SMRP Caribbean Chapter, a regional extension of the global Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals, provides a localized platform for professionals in the maintenance, reliability, and physical asset management sectors to connect, share ideas, and network. Primarily based in Trinidad and Tobago, this chapter focuses on promoting industry best practices and advancing the profession within the Caribbean by hosting workshops and training sessions, such as preparation courses for the internationally recognized Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification. It serves as a vital hub for continuous professional development, fostering a community of skilled practitioners and leaders dedicated to excellence in asset management throughout the region.
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Our Team of Professionals
Shriya Kelisa Rampersad
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional
CMRP with BSc International Relations and MBA Oil & Gas Management. Specialist in organizational change management. Instructor with SMRP Trinidad Chapter. Designs competency-based programs integrating ISO 31000 and SMRP Pillars. Focused on transforming maintenance into strategic enabler.
Haffiz Yathali
Mechanical Engineer, Rotating Equipment Specialist
Began career in 1996 in vibration analysis. BSc Mechanical Engineering (First Class Honours). Roles include Mechanical Engineer, Rotating Equipment Engineer, Condition Monitoring Manager. Founder of YATZ Engineering Ltd (2007). Lecturer at UTT. Certified instructor with UTT, PDMA, SMRP.
Shelly Colai
Educator, Youth Mentor, Consultant
25+ years of experience in education, consultancy, and youth mentorship. MBA, BA (Hons) HRM, pursuing PhD in Education. Lecturer at School of Accounting and Management, certified life skills coach, SMRP instructor. Active Rotarian engaged in community service.
Janet Ganess
Quality Assurance Engineer
Over 30 years in petroleum industry, specializing in lubricants manufacturing, fuel storage/handling (jet fuel, automotive fuels, LPG). MBA, Certified Lubrication Specialist, Applied Chemistry background. JIG Inspector and member of JIG Product Quality Committee (2025). Instructor with SMRP.
Larry Ghanny
Energy-Sector Executive
25+ years in operations, maintenance, construction, leadership across offshore/onshore facilities. Two decades at bpTT. Regional Campaigns & Modifications Team Leader. Lead Facilitator in BP Global Maintenance & Reliability Network. Member of BP Global Advancing Leadership Program. Pursuing MBA.
Selwyn Trim
Maintenance & Reliability Professional, Educator
40+ years in petrochemical, energy, manufacturing sectors. MSc Safety & Risk Management. Holds CRE, CQE, CMQ/OE, PMP, CMRP certifications. Certified Assessor with National Training Agency. Lecturer across certificate, diploma, degree programs. Expert in reliability engineering, asset management, predictive maintenance.
Navin Dass
Technical Vocational Educator
25+ years in mechanical engineering, heavy equipment, automotive services. Technical Vocational Teacher at Malick Secondary School. Former trainer at NESC. Expertise in industrial safety, machine shop operations, rotating/non-rotating equipment maintenance. Mentor for next generation technicians.
Sheldon Ramsook
Engineering & Maintenance Leader
24 years in Oil & Gas and Petrochemical sectors. Led major engineering, maintenance, turnaround strategies. Holds PMP, CMRP, FS Engineer, Chartered Engineer (CEng) certifications. Specialist in asset integrity, reliability, and project execution.
Dwayne Bryan
Mechanical Engineer, Lubrication Specialist
BSc Mechanical Engineering, MSc Engineering Asset Management. Certified Lubrication Specialist (STLE), Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (SMRP). Certified STLE Instructor and SMRP Training Instructor. Technical Services Representative at NP, supporting lubrication practices and asset management.