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Michael Enubuzor

Michael Enubuzor

Project & Facilities Engineer
Victoria Island,LA

Summary

Experienced engineer with 14+ years in the oil and gas industry, specializing in mechanical engineering construction, project management, facilities engineering, and maintenance of rotating and static equipment. Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and analytical skills. Thrives on social interaction and ensuring customer satisfaction. Seeking a company that values success and prioritizes internal growth opportunities.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
12
12
Certifications

Work History

LEAD MECHANICAL ENGINEER (Projects & Gas Ops)

Platform Petroleum Limited
08.2023 - Current

Projects and Achievements:

  • Directed the detailed engineering design, procurement, fabrication, and installation of a wellhead jacket/platform at Kuri 02, successfully delivering the project within scope and schedule.
  • Led the construction of a 6” lean gas supply line, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Managed the detailed engineering design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of the Egbaoma Northwest flowlines, resulting in improved production capabilities.
  • Led the fabrication of 6-ligaments manifold for Egbaoma Northwest location improving fluid gathering
  • Managed and led the capital dredging project (Location preparation) for Kuri 2 within scope and rig arrival schedule
  • Managed the Egbaoma Flow Station Upgrade 2.0, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget and scope.
  • Managed the construction of the Egbaoma 45,000bbl crude oil storage tank 5 leading to increase in storage capacity
  • Managed the construction of the Egbaoma 45,000bbl crude oil storage tank 4 giving rise to increase in storage capacity
  • Managed the construction of Egbaoma Northwest B location access in timely schedule
  • Manage the rehabilitation of the Egbaoma well-2 waste pit.

Key responsibilities:

  • Managed project budgets and schedules, ensuring that resources were allocated effectively and timelines were met.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation for all projects, ensuring smooth transitions during handovers and minimizing knowledge gaps within the team.
  • Keep management informed of the status of key aspects of the project, alerting to potential issues that may require senior Management intervention
  • Led a team of engineers to successfully complete complex projects within tight deadlines, ensuring high-quality results.
  • Work through support functions to secure all needed statutory approvals, ensuring that all aspects of the project are carried out in compliance with the law and company guidelines
  • Provided technical expertise during contract negotiations, resulting in favorable terms for both parties while safeguarding company interests.
  • Constitute and manage the project team, including resources that may be seconded from support functions
  • Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment while maintaining budgetary constraints.
  • Study and understands each project's DEDs
  • Crosschecks and find possible errors and reports to the Manager projects
  • Reports verbally daily to the Manager regarding the construction progress and the materials received
  • Draft and issue out CIRFs, RFQs, and RFAs
  • Responsible for technical input into and delivery of projects from tender stage and on to the full project lifecycle
  • Ensure complete for approval by Project Manager the 'Management of Change' process throughout the project life cycle
  • Support procurement team with the procurement and supplier selection process in terms of cost, quality, compliance with contract specification and project schedule requirements
  • Hand over the completed project to the appropriate Operations Manager, with relevant documentation and, for hardware projects, initial operating spares
  • Championed safety initiatives within the engineering department, fostering a culture of responsibility and accountability among team members.
  • Close out project upon completion (or interim completion) in line with company process

Project & Maintenance Lead

NPDC-NECONDE Energy OML 42 JV
06.2017 - 07.2023
  • Responsible for the installation and maintenance of all commercial equipment in the flow station and LACT Unit, performing routine equipment maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and make on-site repairs when needed, ensuring that commercial machinery and equipment runs smoothly and reliably
  • Carried out the resolution of several existing mechanical equipment challenges in OML 42 Batan Flow station which drastically reduced the production downtime due to failure thereby increasing the monthly production by 65,000 barrels of oil
  • Successfully overhauled the two instrument air compressors at OML 42 Batan Flow station, saving the company $175,000 in equipment replacement cost
  • Successfully supervised and delivered the overhaul of a gas driven pump G12 Engine and a gas driven G16 engine 1000kva generator enhancing smooth production increment @ Batan flow station
  • Successfully Delivered the construction of 4nos 12km flowlines

Project/Quality Control Engineer

Platform Petroleum Limited
08.2016 - 04.2017

Key Projects and Achievements

  • Led the Egbaoma field manifold and mini manifold fabrication construction, installation, testing, and hookup, increasing daily oil production from 2000bopd to 3500bopd.
  • Directed the Egbaoma Flowlines Debottlenecking project, enhancing production efficiency and capacity.


Senior Quality Control Engineer

Shell Petroleum Development Company ltd
06.2012 - 06.2016

Key Projects and Achievements

  • Completed the construction of 8.33km crude oil flow lines for 2 oil wells in Escravos, increasing productivity by 15%.
  • Installed two 30,000L diesel storage tanks, pumps, and piping works in North Bank and Yokri Flow stations, enhancing storage capacity by 80%.
  • Replaced 11.4km crude oil flow lines and gas lift lines for 7 oil & gas wells in Otumara, unlocking over 6,350bopd
  • Completed the installation of Flare Remote Ignition System thereby creating safety, saving operations personnel the risk of manual flare lighting
  • Completed the installation of new bellow and 20" gate valve for fire water tank thereby enhancing control or, and isolation when need arises
  • Completed the repair of leaking roof drain for crude oil storage tank, saving loads of crude loss

Project Engineer

Schutmann Nigeria Limited
04.2009 - 05.2012

Key Projects and Achievements

  • Led the Clean-up and Remediation of 24” Amukpe Rapele T/L IRIAMA Spill, ensuring timely completion and adherence to environmental standards.
  • Directed the Installation and Upgrade of Water Treatment Plant at Escravos, Otumara, and Saghara Flow Stations, enhancing water treatment capacity and operational efficiency.
  • Gained expertise in contracting, project management, and community relations, contributing to successful project delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.


Process & Optimization Engineer (Graduate Trainee)

Shell Petroleum Development Company Nig Ltd
04.2008 - 03.2009
  • Conducted field visits to maximize production safely and economically, assisting operations teams and enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Gathered and analyzed data to support engineering initiatives, contributing to improved technical knowledge and project outcomes.
  • Rated control valves for two facilities, ensuring technical integrity and compliance with engineering standards.


Trainee Engineer (INTERN)

Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company Limited
10.2005 - 04.2006
  • Conducted preventive maintenance on steam/gas turbines, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime by 50%.
  • Aligned electric motors for pumps, enhancing operational efficiency and extending equipment lifespan by 60%.
  • Programmed and executed preventive maintenance jobs, improving system reliability and reducing reactive maintenance incidents by 40%.


Education

Bachelor of Technology - Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology

Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Awka, Anambra State
11.2002 - 07.2007

Skills

  • oral communication

  • written communication

  • quality commitment

  • engagement skills

  • team player

  • analytical skills

  • organizational skills

  • planning skills

  • project excellence

Cost estimation

Engineering documentation

Microsoft Excel

Certification

Subsea Pipeline Engineering, 10/2024, London Training For Excellence, London, United Kingdom

Professional Bodies

  • Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), 03/2024
  • Nigerian Association of Technologist in Engineering (MNATE), 08/2023
  • Nigeria Society of Engineers (MNSE), 07/2022
  • Nigeria Institute of Mechanical Engineers (MNIMechE), 03/2022
  • International Association of Engineers (MIAENG), 08/2022

Timeline

LEAD MECHANICAL ENGINEER (Projects & Gas Ops)

Platform Petroleum Limited
08.2023 - Current

Project & Maintenance Lead

NPDC-NECONDE Energy OML 42 JV
06.2017 - 07.2023

Project/Quality Control Engineer

Platform Petroleum Limited
08.2016 - 04.2017

Senior Quality Control Engineer

Shell Petroleum Development Company ltd
06.2012 - 06.2016

Project Engineer

Schutmann Nigeria Limited
04.2009 - 05.2012

Process & Optimization Engineer (Graduate Trainee)

Shell Petroleum Development Company Nig Ltd
04.2008 - 03.2009

Trainee Engineer (INTERN)

Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company Limited
10.2005 - 04.2006

Bachelor of Technology - Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology

Nnamdi Azikiwe University
11.2002 - 07.2007
Subsea Pipeline Engineering, 10/2024, London Training For Excellence, London, United Kingdom
Project Management Professional (PMP) Training, 06/2024, Hundred Degrees Global
Microsoft Project tool Training, 06/2024, Hundred Degrees Global
Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET), 12/2023, Opeans Nig Ltd, Porthacourt
Basic Offshore Sea Survival Training (BOSST), 12/2023, Opeans Nig. Ltd, Porthacourt
American Society for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT II Visual Testing), 09/2015, Genaserret, Warri
American Society For Non-Destructive Testing (NDT II Magnetic Particle Testing), 09/2015, Genaserret, Warri
American Society For Non-Destructive Testing (NDT II Penetrant Testing), 10/2015, Genaserret, Warri
American Society for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT II Ultrasonic Flaw Detection), 10/2015, Genaserret, Warri
American Society for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT II Radiographic Film Interpretation), 10/2015, Genaserret, Warri
Health Safety and Environment Level III, 05/2012, G.Platinum PetroServe, Warri
Integrated Permit to Work, 2012, Shell Learning Hub, Edjeba-Warri
Michael EnubuzorProject & Facilities Engineer