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Emmanuel Uyele

Port Harcourt, Rivers State

Summary

Versatile Safety and Quality Manager with extensive experience across many companies, especially in the oil and gas helicopter offshore industry, adept at enhancing compliance and operational excellence. Proven track record in conducting audits and implementing corrective actions, leveraging strong analytical skills and effective team leadership to drive continuous improvement in safety and quality standards.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Safety & Quality Manger

Skyjet Aviation Services Limited
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
07.2025 - Current
  • Engineered quality assurance management system for rotary division services and operations.
  • Conducted internal audits to verify compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Trained staff on quality management systems and best practices.
  • Collaborated with teams to enhance safety procedures and quality control measures.
  • Managed corrective actions for non-conformance issues across operations and bases.
  • Reviewed documentation to maintain accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Facilitated root cause analysis for quality-related incidents and trends.
  • Reviewed standard operating procedures or quality assurance manuals to ensure continuos compliance with new regulations or policies.
  • Ensured effective implementation of corrective actions to resolve any identified gaps ,findings or discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Prepared reports summarizing findings from audits, investigations and compliance monitoring activities for senior management review.
  • Ensured compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, minimizing risks and promoting a safe workplace in line with IOGP 690.

Ag. Head of Maintenance (Rotary Wing)

Skyjet Aviation Services Limited
Lagos
10.2024 - 06.2025
  • Oversaw coordination of continuing airworthiness for all company aircraft, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Managed maintenance planning and materials procurement to enhance timely aircraft maintenance activities.
  • Collaborated with the maintenance team to complete scheduled inspections and maintenance tasks efficiently.
  • Implemented aviation safety and quality standards, ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinated reassembly of EC 135 aircraft, maintaining strict compliance with technical specifications.
  • Ensured aircraft remained airworthy through effective planning, execution, and documentation of maintenance activities.
  • Supervised installation and serviceability of operational equipment on aircraft, coordinating prompt rectification of unserviceable items.

Manager, Quality & Safety (Aircraft Maintenance)

Caverton Helicopters Limited
09.2022 - 09.2024
  • Conducted regular safety and compliance audits, including BowTie XP for Hazard and Effect Management Process (HEMP).
  • Maintained Safety and Quality Management System (S&QMS) to ensure alignment with international standards.
  • Managed Hazardous Incident Tracking and Continuous Improvement programs, initiating incident investigations and corrective actions.
  • Designed and implemented quality and audit systems for Engineering & Maintenance division to meet regulations.
  • Monitored airworthiness of fleet by overseeing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
  • Utilized data analysis tools to track safety metrics and identify trends for process enhancement.
  • Executed internal and external audits, collaborating on corrective actions and promoting organizational awareness.

Safety & Quality Manager

Nesto Aviation Services Limited
09.2021 - 08.2022
  • Acted as subject matter expert on operational quality and oversight initiatives.
  • Managed QMS team, encompassing scope, budget, schedule, risks, issues, and stakeholder communication.
  • Oversaw collection, analysis, measurement, and reporting of quality data and insights.
  • Conducted investigations into safety incidents and quality deviations, implementing corrective actions to mitigate recurrence.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of quality and safety processes per IOGP standards.
  • Facilitated records reviews during audits and inspections for compliance verification.
  • Collaborated with procurement teams to ensure external partners met quality and safety criteria.

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Quality Assurance Manager

Omni-Blu Aviation Ltd
04.2019 - 01.2021
  • Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
  • Performed quality reviews aligned with AS9100 and ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
  • Collaborated on corrective action plans to address root causes of deficiencies in quality and safety.
  • Integrated quality and safety measures into aviation operations through cross-functional teamwork.
  • Managed operational control oversight for eight aircraft under Part G of OBA’s OPS Specs.
  • Revised procedure manuals to incorporate updated QA/QC procedures and regulations.

Safety and Quality Inspector

Aero Contractors
10.2016 - 03.2019
  • Conducted airworthiness assessments and audits to identify compliance issues and implement solutions.
  • Ensured safety, quality, and efficiency in all inspections, service, and maintenance tasks.
  • Facilitated Safety Assurance processes, including internal evaluations and safety reviews.
  • Monitored AOC and AMO compliance with Part 2, Part 9, and Part 6 of regulations.
  • Collaborated with departmental experts to produce quality analyses for safety reporting.
  • Investigated safety incidents and quality deviations, analyzing root causes for corrective actions.
  • Managed operations certifications and coordinated supplier and vendor evaluation programs.

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AW139)

Aero Contractors
10.2010 - 10.2016
  • Troubleshot structural, mechanical, and hydraulic systems to identify and rectify issues for AS 365, AW139 & S76C++ Helicopters specifications.
  • Executed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on AS365, AW139 & S76C++ aircraft engines, avionics, and hydraulics.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable legislation, company policies, and health and safety procedures during maintenance operations.
  • Reviewed HUMS data performance for release to service of S76C++ and AW139 aircraft.

Trainee Rotor Craft Engineer

Aero Contractors
10.2007 - 10.2010
  • Supported certifying engineers by analyzing technical data and aircraft drawings to identify part numbers.
  • Assisted certifying Engineers in performing critical maintenance tasks efficiently.
  • Collaborated with safety stakeholders to ensure prompt response and resolution of safety issues.

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Education

Diploma - Helicopter Maintenance Engineering

Nigerian College of Aviation Technology
Kaduna, Nigeria
01.2009

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Ambrose Ali University
Edo, Nigeria
01.2005

Skills

  • Aircraft maintenance and airworthiness
  • Safety and quality assurance
  • Audit and quality control
  • Helideck inspection
  • Project management methodologies
  • Scrum framework
  • Root cause analysis
  • Business process improvement
  • Team leadership
  • Training and facilitation
  • Communication skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Data analytics
  • Technical writing
  • Inventory management
  • Analytical mindset
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Document control
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Incident investigation
  • Risk management

Certification

  • Scrum Master Certified, ScrumStudy, USA, 02/01/24
  • Scrum Product Owner Certified, ScrumStudy, USA, 02/01/24
  • Monitoring and Evaluation, International Association of Project Managers, 01/01/24
  • ISO 14001: 2015 & ISO 45001: 2018 (Lead Auditor), MS Certification, 12/01/23
  • Microsoft Certified Data Analyst, Microsoft Inc., 10/01/23
  • ISO 9001: 2015 (Lead Auditor), MS Certification, 09/01/23
  • Professional Diploma in Data Analytics, SCILS Management Centre, 09/01/23
  • Microsoft Specialist (Microsoft Excel), Microsoft Inc., 09/01/23
  • Human Resource Management, International Association of Project Managers, 05/01/23
  • Proficiency Certificate in Project Management, SCILS Management Centre, 04/01/23
  • Facility Management & Maintenance, International Association of Project Managers, 04/01/23
  • Operations Management, International Association of Project Managers, 04/01/23
  • Document and Record Management, International Association of Project Managers, 03/01/23
  • HSE level 1 & 2, International Association of Project Managers, 03/01/23
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Professional, 6SigmaStudy, USA, 12/01/22
  • Maintenance Planning and Scheduling, Arrelic Institute, 07/01/21
  • Proficiency Certificate in Business Analysis, SCILS Management Centre, 10/01/20
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Professional, 6SigmaStudy, USA, 03/01/20
  • Diploma in Supply Chain Management, International Qualifications Network, UK, 02/01/20
  • AS9100D Auditor, SAE International, 12/01/19
  • Safety Management, Systems (SMS) - Implementation and Control, IATA, 03/01/19
  • Aviation Stores Management, Aero Consult, 03/01/19
  • International Negotiation Skills, IATA, 12/01/18
  • Helideck Inspector Awareness, Flight Safety Africa, 09/01/18
  • Quality Management System for Airlines, AFRAA, 06/01/18
  • HSE Competency Development Course (LEVEL 1, 2, 3), Institute for Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPON), 03/01/17
  • IOSA Airline Auditor, IATA, 09/01/17
  • Aviation Internal Auditor, IATA, 08/01/17
  • Root Cause Analysis, IATA, 08/01/17

Personal Information

Title: Manager, Safety & Quality Assurance (Licensed Aircraft Engineer - AW139 & S76 A & C SERIES)

Timeline

Safety & Quality Manger

Skyjet Aviation Services Limited
07.2025 - Current

Ag. Head of Maintenance (Rotary Wing)

Skyjet Aviation Services Limited
10.2024 - 06.2025

Manager, Quality & Safety (Aircraft Maintenance)

Caverton Helicopters Limited
09.2022 - 09.2024

Safety & Quality Manager

Nesto Aviation Services Limited
09.2021 - 08.2022

Quality Assurance Manager

Omni-Blu Aviation Ltd
04.2019 - 01.2021

Safety and Quality Inspector

Aero Contractors
10.2016 - 03.2019

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AW139)

Aero Contractors
10.2010 - 10.2016

Trainee Rotor Craft Engineer

Aero Contractors
10.2007 - 10.2010

Diploma - Helicopter Maintenance Engineering

Nigerian College of Aviation Technology

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Ambrose Ali University
Emmanuel Uyele