EMMANUEL KIDOCHUKWU AGBABUWE
Summary
Dynamic Instrumentation and Electrical Professional with extensive expertise in industrial automation, electrical systems, and plant operations within heavy industrial settings. Proven track record in supporting instrumentation, control, and electrical equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations, complemented by a strong commitment to process safety principles and equipment integrity. Exceptional troubleshooting skills and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-risk environments foster effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Recognized as a dependable team player with robust technical competence, a disciplined work ethic, and a continuous learning mindset, ready to make significant contributions to oil and gas operations, maintenance, and automation-driven initiatives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Instrumentation Trainee
DANGOTE CEMENT PLC, GBOKO PLANT
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Monitored and optimized 1x30 MW coal-fired power plant operations via DCS, ensuring continuous boiler, turbine, and generator performance.
- Calibrated and troubleshot field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level) to enhance process accuracy and reliability.
- Installed, repaired, and validated proximity sensors, load cells, actuators, and limit switches, restoring precise measurements and improving equipment safety.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on 6.6 MW slip ring induction motors, including carbon brush replacement, LRS operation, and rewinding, improving motor reliability and uptime.
- Executed insulation testing (IR & PI) on motors and transformers, preventing potential failures and ensuring electrical reliability.
- Analyzed system alarms and 4–20 mA instrumentation signals, collaborating with operations and electrical teams to diagnose faults, minimize downtime, and improve response efficiency.
- Supported DCS and PLC troubleshooting, resolving field communication and signal integrity issues alongside automation engineers.
- Enforced HSE compliance with PTW, LOTO, PPE protocols, aligned with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001, maintaining safe and standardized operations.
Electrical and instrumentation, internship
PESO ENERGY SERVICES
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Performed calibration and loop-checking of pressure, temperature, and level transmitters, ensuring ±1% accuracy in system readings.
- Collaborated with senior engineers to troubleshoot DCS and PLC faults and maintain flowmeters, reducing system downtime by 20%.
- Participated in safety audits and reviewed instrumentation documentation for accuracy.
- Helped upgrade analog systems to digital smart instruments.
- Electrical installation and maintenance: installed perimeter lighting, circuit breakers, and carried out corrective maintenance on electrical fittings.
- Documented and maintained ISO 9001-compliant preventive maintenance logs, supporting audit readiness and operational efficiency.
- Instrumentation and control: calibrated gas detectors, pressure gauges, and HART field communicator. Troubleshooted issues with various instruments, including transmitters.
Financial Secretary
Charismatic Students' Fellowship - Fountain of Life Community
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Company Overview: FUTA, Akure
- Managed the fellowship's finances, including budgeting, expense tracking, and financial reporting.
- Oversaw all financial transactions, ensuring transparency and accountability in line with organizational policies.
- Prepared and presented monthly financial reports to the fellowship's executive and fellowship members.
- Led initiatives to improve financial documentation and record-keeping practices.
- FUTA, Akure
Organising Coordinator
Charismatic Students' Fellowship - Fountain of Life Community
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Company Overview: FUTA, Akure
- Coordinated and led the planning and execution of fellowship events, weekly meetings, and outreach programs for a student body of over 100+ members.
- My team and I managed schedules, logistics, and volunteer teams to ensure smooth operations across all fellowship activities.
- Organized retreats, workshops, and special programs that increased member engagement and participation.
- Oversaw communication between leadership and members, fostering unity and purpose.
- FUTA, Akure
Mechanical maintenance trainee
MID PALM OIL MILL
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Supported routine mechanical maintenance and repairs on machinery including hydraulic presses, conveyors, and digester units.
- Assisted in aligning, assembly, and installing mechanical components such as gearboxes, shaft couplings, bearings, and belt drives.
- Participated in troubleshooting mechanical faults, replacing worn-out parts, and ensuring smooth operation of processing equipment.
- Conducted daily inspections to monitor machine performance, detect anomalies, and ensure minimal downtime during production.
- Learned to interpret mechanical drawings and understand the function of processing systems in palm oil production.
- Adhered to factory safety protocols while working around high-temperature boilers, rotating equipment, and pressurized systems.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - BTech - Physics Electronics
Federal University of Technology
Akure, Nigeria 02.2019 - 11.2024
NABTEB - major in electrical and installation maintenance works
Federal Science and Technical College
Uromi, Nigeria 10.2011 - 07.2017
Skills
Certification
INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL PROCESSES
Timeline
Professional Certificate in Project Management (PCPM) |Sansvid-M International, Nigeria.
12-2025
INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL PROCESSES
10-2025
Instrumentation Trainee
DANGOTE CEMENT PLC, GBOKO PLANT
03.2025 - 12.2025
Electrical and instrumentation, internship
PESO ENERGY SERVICES
10.2023 - 03.2024
Financial Secretary
Charismatic Students' Fellowship - Fountain of Life Community
11.2022 - 06.2023
Organising Coordinator
Charismatic Students' Fellowship - Fountain of Life Community
03.2021 - 11.2022
Mechanical maintenance trainee
MID PALM OIL MILL
04.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Technology - BTech - Physics Electronics
Federal University of Technology
02.2019 - 11.2024
NABTEB - major in electrical and installation maintenance works
Federal Science and Technical College
10.2011 - 07.2017