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Lawrence C. Nzeribe

Lawrence C. Nzeribe

Corrosion Engineer | NACE Coating Inspector Level 3 | ASNT Level II (RT, RFI, MPI, DPI)
Lagos

Summary

Expert in construction and corrosion management, welding, NDT, coating, insulation, and piping and vessel fabrication (NACE Certified Coating Inspector, Level 3). Over the last 17 years, a handful of experiences involving onshore and offshore (with valid BOSIET) facilities have been earned on various rigs, platforms, gas plants, pipelines, and shore-based shipyards. Acquired inspection work experience covers areas like facility management, FPSO fabrication, coating surveys, welding inspection, NDT inspection, cathodic protection inspection, and coatings - wrapping, fireproofing, anti-fouling systems, pickling and passivation, hot-dip galvanizing, concrete coating, thermal sprays, and other forms of metalizing, special coatings and linings on the interior of oil storage and cargo tanks, barges, bridges, and pipelines. Hands-on current and past specifications of major oil and gas companies, as well as coordination of all QAQC activities at Total E & P Ltd. FPSO maintenance program with a team of over 30 personnel, including rope access technicians.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications

Work History

Corrosion Engineer/ Construction Advisor

Corro-Tech Services Ltd
Lagos
09.2020 - Current
  • Supported the company's efforts to enhance revenue through change management and continuous improvement.
  • Accountable for the administration of the company's main business' supporting services and procedures.
  • Developed and assessed new initiatives for the business, consulting with executives and other engineers as needed.
  • Investigated requests for departures from standard products or suppliers and determined whether to approve or reject them as necessary.
  • Plans and methods for performance improvement were created and put into effect to encourage ongoing improvement.

QA/QC Site Lead

Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited (IQPP – PCNL Yard)
Port Harcourt
08.2018 - 07.2020
  • Site Representative at, / PCNL yard.
  • Manage all site deliverables and all quality issues relating to pipe coating and load-out operations.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.

Senior Multidiscipline Inspector

Total Upstream Nigeria Limited (EGINA Project)
Lagos
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment for integration of FPSO modules with the hull.
  • Monitored Subcontractors’ performance for compliance with quality requirements, wherever applicable. Ensured job procedures and method statements are strictly adhered to during installations and field erections. Ensured all drawings released for construction were current revision. Ensured implementation of the applicable QA/QC procedures, QC plans, and work instructions.
  • Ensured that all parameters were met prior to fit-up and at every stage of welding activities as per ITP.

Site QA/QC Coating Coordinator

Samsung Heavy Industry Nigeria Ltd
Lagos
01.2015 - 07.2017
  • Prepared a wide range of written correspondences, reports, and
  • Coordinated EGINA coating activities in the subcontractor’s yard including management of coating-related change order requests after welding activities.
  • Interpreted client’s specifications and liaised with paint manufacturers to know if they have suitable products as per the specifications.
  • Reviewed/ management of the approved purchase orders and related invoices regarding construction materials.
  • Ensured fulfillment of all inspection and test requirements at all stages as per quality control plan and contract requirements. Ensured that copies of applicable QC plans were available at the locations of work. Issued NCR when non-conformances were observed during the inspection. Liaised with the project manager for corrective action against non-conformances.

QA/QC Senior. Insulation/ Coating Supervisor

Total Exploration & Production Nigeria Limited
08.2010 - 01.2015
  • Supervised and managed on-stream, planned, and un-planned welding/ coating repair activities of equipment, structures, and pipes on AKPO FPSO. Offshore on-site PTW validation in the capacity of performing authority.
  • Carried out periodic coating integrity survey on the entire AKPO FPSO and offloading SBM buoy.
  • Prepared and planned schedule for the execution of annual coating maintenance using MS project.
  • Prepared, reviewed, and made the recommendation for up-grade of quality procedure standards.
  • Supervised material requisition/ equipment inventory to maintain minimum stock offshore.
  • Maintained personnel training matrix and ensured strict compliance.


QA/QC Coating Engineer

International Paint – PCMN Plc
Lagos
12.2009 - 08.2010
  • Offered technical assistance as International paint representative to contractors/asset owners on the application of coating materials.
  • Actively listened to the requirements of the clients, ensuring thorough comprehension before addressing any issues.

QA/QC Coating Inspector

Dormanlong Engineering Nigeria Limited
Lagos
05.2008 - 12.2009
  • Performed STOP audits to ensure a safe workplace. Works with the contractor/sub-contractor to create awareness on industry best practices and safety guidelines that were specific to their discipline.
  • Discussed quality, safety, and coating deficiencies, specification deviations, and inspection findings with the QA/QC manager and QA/QC coordinator to develop a win-win solution.
  • Brought any safety, environmental, or security issues to the attention of the QA/QC manager.

Senior QA/QC Coating/ Insulation Inspector

Saipem Logistics/Contracting Nigeria Limited Port Harcourt (ISO 9000 Certified)
Port Harcourt
01.2008 - 05.2008
  • Ensured proper storage and preservation of coating materials on-site and also ensured that inventory was held at minimum levels to reduce storage costs.
  • Ensured job procedures and specifications are strictly adhered to during installations and field erections.
  • Ensured that weather conditions are within the specified limits prior to coating application.

Multidiscipline QA/QC Inspector

Alcon Nigeria Limited, Harcourt
Port Harcourt
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Performance was tracked, and reports describing product quality and defect rates were produced.
  • Utilized, maintained, and calibrated testing apparatus.
  • Using specialized instruments to carry out measurements as per client's specification.
  • Reported recurring issues to managers and other departments, working together to find the source of the issue and fix it.
  • Surfaces, primers, mid-coats, top-coats, and powder coatings on structures were all inspected.
  • Made precise measurements using hand tools, equipment, gauges, and other tools, and recorded the results for official records.
  • Ensured fulfillment of all inspection and test requirements at all stages as per quality control plan and contract requirements.

Trainee QA/QC Inspector

Dochex Nigeria Limited Port
Port Harcourt
01.2003 - 06.2003
  • I was introduced to QA QC activities during my Industrial training program.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests.

Education

Master of Science - Corrosion Technology

ACEFUELS - FUTO
Owerri Imo State
06.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Petroleum Engineering

Federal University of Technology Owerri
Owerri Imo State
09.1999 - 12.2004

Skills

    NACE coating requirements

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Accomplishments

    Projects handled:

  • IQPP Revamp Program – Mobil Producing Nig.
  • Egina FPSO Project - TUPNI.
  • Coating maintenance on AKPO FPSO – Total E & P Nigeria LTD.
  • Okoloma Integrated Gas and Power Plant Project Afam, Gas Plant (Fabrication & Installation) - SPDC.
  • Gbaran – Ubie Integrated Oil & Gas, Gas Plant (Pipeline, Condensate Tank & Vessel fabrication) – SPDC.
  • Eastern Gas Gathering System (EGGS) 40” Soku-Bonny Pipe Line - SPDC.
  • Erha North Project (EPC 4A) -Mobil Producing Nigeria.
  • NNPC/Chevron New Complex Meji Helideck – Chevron Nigeria LTD.
  • OBOB Swamp Gas Gathering for N-LNG Train 4 & 5 Gas Supply Project (Vessels & Structures) - Agip.
  • Critical Crude Pipeline Segment Replacement (Pig Launcher & Receivers) – Mobil Producing Nigeria.
  • Ofon Phase 2 Project (Vessels) – Total E&P.
  • Adanga North “B” Wellhead Platforms (Vessel & Pig Launcher & Receivers) – Addax.
  • Satellite Field Development Project Phase 1 (Platforms & Vessels) – Mobil Producing Nigeria.
  • Oshie Flow Station Upgrade (Vessel fabrication) – Agip.
  • OML 58 Upgrade Phase 1 (Vessel fabrication) - Total E&P.
  • CALM Buoy fabrication – Chevron Escravos.
  • Abang and Itut Jackets/ Production Platforms - Mobil Producing Nigeria.

Certification

Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria – COREN Registered Engineer (R. 44,182).

Software

Microsoft office suite including MS project

Referees

Peter Harris

Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited. E-mail : nr12247@yahoo.com


Tobechukwu Eze

Total Exploration & Production Nigeria LTD. E-mail: tobechukwu.eze@total.com

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Quote

Do it right the first time to avoid costly repetition.
Lawrence C. Nzeribe

Timeline

Master of Science - Corrosion Technology

ACEFUELS - FUTO
06.2021 - Current

Corrosion Engineer/ Construction Advisor

Corro-Tech Services Ltd
09.2020 - Current

QA/QC Site Lead

Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited (IQPP – PCNL Yard)
08.2018 - 07.2020
Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria – COREN Registered Engineer (R. 44,182).
07-2018
ASNT Level II (RT, RFI, MPI, DPI).
02-2018

Senior Multidiscipline Inspector

Total Upstream Nigeria Limited (EGINA Project)
07.2017 - 07.2018

QMS Lead Auditor Course – Capable People UK

10-2016

National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) - Coating in conjunction with cathodic protection, Houston Texas USA.

11-2015

Site QA/QC Coating Coordinator

Samsung Heavy Industry Nigeria Ltd
01.2015 - 07.2017

National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) - Certified CIP 3, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia.

08-2014

QA/QC Senior. Insulation/ Coating Supervisor

Total Exploration & Production Nigeria Limited
08.2010 - 01.2015

QA/QC Coating Engineer

International Paint – PCMN Plc
12.2009 - 08.2010

National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) - Certified CIP 1 & 2, United Arab Emirates.

06-2008

QA/QC Coating Inspector

Dormanlong Engineering Nigeria Limited
05.2008 - 12.2009

Senior QA/QC Coating/ Insulation Inspector

Saipem Logistics/Contracting Nigeria Limited Port Harcourt (ISO 9000 Certified)
01.2008 - 05.2008

Proficiency Certificate in Management (NIM).

10-2006

Multidiscipline QA/QC Inspector

Alcon Nigeria Limited, Harcourt
01.2006 - 01.2008

Trainee QA/QC Inspector

Dochex Nigeria Limited Port
01.2003 - 06.2003

Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Petroleum Engineering

Federal University of Technology Owerri
09.1999 - 12.2004

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