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Certification
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ISAAC OLUYINKA YEROKUN

Lagos,Nigeria

Summary

Seasoned and Experienced professional with extensive experience in production operations management, strategic planning, project supervision and team management.

Drive growth and efficiency through strategic planning and team leadership. Excel in optimizing processes and fostering collaborative work environment with focus on driving growth and organizational success.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE LEAD

BAYWOOD CONTINENTAL LIMITED - SPDC KOLO CREEK DIST
PORTHARCOURT, NIGERIA
1998.03 - 2004.12
  • Coordinated and lead a team of technicians to Conducted routine inspections to ensure regulatory compliance and facility availability for the 5 flow stations under the Kolo Creek District of SPDC.
  • Coordinated work schedules for improved task management.
  • Applied best practices to comply with health and safety regulations.
  • Performed troubleshooting tasks to reduce machinery downtime and enhance equipment lifespan.
  • Maintained detailed maintenance records with accuracy and diligence.

PROJECT SUPERVISOR

Diamond Technical Limited- SPDC Contract Staff
Port Harcourt, Nigeria
2005.01 - 2007.04

Supervision of Electrical Utility Projects.

  • Supervision of the Laying of LV Power cables-10 nos of 4 core 185mm2 XPLE cables plus 2 earth cables and signal
    cable- from sub 7A to the IPM room at SPDC Industrial Area- SPDC Port IA Data Centre.
  • SPDC -IA Power system Upgrade. (Installation of the LV switchboard by conducting relevant tests before commissioning).
  • Developed detailed project plans to secure timely completion.
  • Supervised the installation of 1MVA transformer at SPDC IA Substation 8A and ensure all Electrical and HSE standards were maintained during the project.
  • Conducted regular team meetings for enhanced coordination and communication.
  • Delivered high quality results by maintaining close oversight on all project phases.
  • Fostered a positive work environment through effective leadership techniques, boosting team morale and productivity.
  • Condition monitoring of light fittings, cable joints and busbars to ensure technical integrity using Infrared cameras.
  • Upgrade and replacement of substandard electrical installation at SPDC's Industrial Area Open plan offices-Electrical asset Integrity checks on electrical equipment in IA, RA and KI.
  • Upheld strict compliance with company standards throughout all projects, ensuring quality assurance at every step.
  • Led meetings with department executives to review project status, drafting action plans to deliver proposed changes.

Utility /Maintenance Support Engr.

Platform Petroleum Limited
Victoria Island, Lagos
2007.05 - 2009.01
  • Supervision of the Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) installation and Facility commissioning of the Egbaoma (Umutu) flow station during the project construction phase to ensure Successful delivery and commissioning of the facility.
  • Co-ordinate ALL logistics and operational support to all the operational areas (Egbaoma Flowstation, GGF and NAOC LACT).
  • Pioneer HSE Co-ordinator /Acting HSE Co-ordinator.
    (i) Drafted the HSE and Community development Executive Summary used on PPLs website at inception.
    (iii) Implemented the PTW system and necessary HSE permits for the Organization.
    (v) Coordinate Regulatory Permits with the DPR
    (vii) Prepare HSE budgets and ensure prudence and accountability.

Head Projects and Utilities

Platform Petroleum
Umutu, Delta
2009.03 - 2012.01

Member, Egbaoma (PNG) gas plant Project Team. (E&I Team Lead).

  • Member of Facility Technical Design Review (E&I) and HAZOP of the facility.
  • Onsite Project Supervision of installation of all Electrical & instrumentation installation, plant earthing and lighting systems, LV switchboard and Control room infrastructures ensuring conformance to all relevant regulatory and international standards.
  • Supervised the construction of 4.6km, 4" sch 80 flowline for the hook up of Egbaoma Well 6. Well 2 LS/SS to the field Manifold in Well 2.
  • Co-ordinates the maintenance of all utility's infrastructures in the field locations.

Head Operations Support

Platform Petroleum Limited
Lagos, Nigeria
2012.04 - 2014.01
  • Member of the PPL SCM process drafting and implementation.
  • Lead the Contract and Procurement team to support Contracting and Procurement of spares and Equipment (local and foreign) for all field Operations activities and Projects.
  • Responsible for Utility and IT infrastructure Maintenance for all our facility locations.
  • Coordinated all Technical reviews, HAZOP sessions with the relevant Regulators to ensure timely Project delivery.
  • Co-ordinate Crude Oil Shipping Administration for the Company and her Cluster members.
  • Responsible for JV and Government Regulatory Bodies Relationship Management for compliance and securing Approvals for Projects/Scheduled activities.
  • Supports the Office of the Technical Manager on Cluster Management and general Operations issues.

Operations Support manager

PLATFORM PETROLEUM LIMITED
LAGOS, NIGERIA
2015.02 - 2017.05

As Operation Support Manager, I led a team of professionals responsible for Supply Chain management, IT Infrastructure Maintenance, Crude Oil Shipping Administration and Project Support for the Platform Holding Group comprising of the Platform Petroleum Limited, Ase River Transport Company Limited- a pipeline Company, Platform Consolidated Investment Company limited. Other functions includes:

  • Ensure delivery of excellent, IT, Crude Administration, Supply Management and Procurement and Project Management support to the Group.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and procedures.
  • Conducted regular audits, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.

PRODUCTION OPERATIONS MANAGER

PLATFORM PETROLEUM LIMITED
LAGOS, NIGERIA
2017.05 - 2024.05

Production Operation Team lead for Egbaoma Flow station and Ase River Operations Team with following Responsibilities.

  • Ensure seamless and uninterrupted Oil and Gas Production activities including equipment availability and facility uptime, Regulatory and safety Compliance.
  • Applied critical thinking to analyze problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
  • Prepare and Ensure compliance with yearly maintenance plans for the Facilities.
  • Prepare and Manage yearly OPEX and CAPEX budgets and ensure timely delivery of Projects Production Targets.
  • Member of Engineering and design review for all surface Facility projects
  • Operations Team lead for HSSE and Regulatory Compliance

GENERAL MANAGER OPERATIONS

PLATFORM PETROLEUM LIMITED
LAGOS, NIGERIA
2024.06 - Current

As the GM Operations, I am responsible to build and lead a high-performing field operations teams across our upstream (Land and Swamp) and Midstream Oil and Gas Operations to ensure efficient production operations and facility uptime in line with the following:

  • Ensure all aspects of daily oil and Gas Production and transportation operations are done safely and in line with standard operating procedure.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations at all times.
  • Implement rigorous financial controls including DIY initiatives targeted at improving overall Company profitability.
  • Delivered results under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
  • Established successful partnerships with Regulatory bodies to achieve zero sanctions.
  • Regularly reviewed performance data, driving continuous improvement efforts.
  • Managed key stakeholder relationships for smoother project completion.
  • Introduced effective cost control measures, reducing unnecessary expenditure.
  • Streamlined communication processes for improved team collaboration.
  • Maintained organisational compliance with applicable legislation and regulations.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Created and led successful business culture focused on performance.
  • Partnered with management team to optimise operations and reduce costs.
  • Served as official representative of organisation to public groups or government agencies.

Education

B. Engr. - Electrical/Electronic Engineering

University of Port Harcourt
Portharcourt, Rivers, Nigeria
2010.01 - 2013.06

Higher national Diploma - Electrical Engineering

The Polytechnic Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria
1991.09 - 1994.05

Ordinary National Diploma - Electrical/Electronic Engineering

The Polytechnic Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria

WASCE/ O level - undefined

Ibadan City Academy
Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria

Primary School leaving Certificate - undefined

IMG Primary School Agugu
Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria

Master of Business Administration - FINANCE AND INVESTMENT

AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY
NIGERIA
2020.01 -

Skills

  • Project Supervision & Management
  • Supply Chain management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Maintenance Planning
  • P&ID interpretation
  • HSE Management
  • Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint

Accomplishments

  • Team Leader (E&I) for Egbaoma Flow station Construction and Commissioning Project. 2007
  • Egbaoma (PNG) Gas plant Project Team (E&I Team Leader) - 2009
  • Team Lead for the Egbaoma Oben Gas Pipeline Project Design - 2012.
  • Member Egbaoma Flowstation Upgrade 1 Project Team-2013
  • Member, Contract Award Procedure/Policy drafting Committee - 2014
  • Member, GMOU drafting team for Egbaoma Host Communities- 2014.
  • Member Egbaoma Gas Processing Company Limited Project Team -2019.
  • Member Egbaoma Flowstation Upgrade 2.0 -2019-2023

Affiliations

  • Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals (NISP)
  • Council of Registered Engineers of Nigeria - COREN

Certification

  • Member Council of Registered Engineers of Nigeria -COREN.
  • Member Nigerian Society of Engineers. (NSE)
  • Member Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria.

Custom Section

  • Managing Safety -IOSH Training - Nigeria, 2014
  • SC 61- Inside Procurement in Oil and Gas.- Petroskills - USA-2013.
  • Petroleum Project Management. -Petroskills - USA 2012.
  • Leadership Skills and Essential Negotiations. - IHRDC, -USA. -2016.
  • Effective Business Communication and Strategic Planning. - IHRDC-USA -2017.
  • Advanced Leadership Training. -GLOMACS. USA-2023

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

GENERAL MANAGER OPERATIONS

PLATFORM PETROLEUM LIMITED
2024.06 - Current

Master of Business Administration - FINANCE AND INVESTMENT

AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY
2020.01 -

PRODUCTION OPERATIONS MANAGER

PLATFORM PETROLEUM LIMITED
2017.05 - 2024.05

Operations Support manager

PLATFORM PETROLEUM LIMITED
2015.02 - 2017.05

Head Operations Support

Platform Petroleum Limited
2012.04 - 2014.01

B. Engr. - Electrical/Electronic Engineering

University of Port Harcourt
2010.01 - 2013.06

Head Projects and Utilities

Platform Petroleum
2009.03 - 2012.01

Utility /Maintenance Support Engr.

Platform Petroleum Limited
2007.05 - 2009.01

PROJECT SUPERVISOR

Diamond Technical Limited- SPDC Contract Staff
2005.01 - 2007.04

OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE LEAD

BAYWOOD CONTINENTAL LIMITED - SPDC KOLO CREEK DIST
1998.03 - 2004.12

Higher national Diploma - Electrical Engineering

The Polytechnic Ibadan
1991.09 - 1994.05

Ordinary National Diploma - Electrical/Electronic Engineering

The Polytechnic Ibadan

WASCE/ O level - undefined

Ibadan City Academy

Primary School leaving Certificate - undefined

IMG Primary School Agugu
ISAAC OLUYINKA YEROKUN