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Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Accomplishments
Interests
Counseling
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AKEEM MURITALA

AKEEM MURITALA

Maintenance Engineer

Summary

I am originally from Ibadan in the Oyo state of Nigeria. I started my career in technical college to study Auto Mechanics and then obtained PGD in Computer Science from Lagos State University which had greatly impacted my career since 1992.


Well organized and dependable candidate, successful at managing priorities with a positive attitude. I've been taken leadership role since 2008 and feel so excited with my experience and willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Workshop Engineer

Nigerite Limited
07.2020 - 12.2023
  • Increased workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary precautions.
  • Collaborated with technical teams to design and develop innovative engineering solutions for clients.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation for workshop operations, leading to improved standardization and knowledge sharing among team members.
  • Championed continuous improvement efforts throughout the organization by actively researching new technologies and best practices relevant to Workshop Engineering.
  • Reduced downtime and increased productivity by quickly troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
  • Organized shutdowns and startup activities.
  • Developed work scope for contracted projects, analyzing received quotes, and recommending preferred vendors.
  • Sourced and procured using SAP, adhering to all company purchasing rules.
  • Managed precise, thorough documentation of maintenance for a comprehensive reference.
  • Carried out pre-planned and reactive maintenance effectively and efficiently.
  • Visually Inspected and tested machinery and equipment, performing routine maintenance.
  • Read and interpret CAD mechanical drawings.
  • Dismantled defective machines and equipment and installed new or repaired parts to achieve first run quality.

Workshop Coordinator

Nigeria Limited
06.2013 - 06.2020

· Effectively led maintenance activities, employing technical and soft skills to facilitate optimal operating conditions.

· Reviewed maintenance program for efficiency, accuracy and timeliness and provided feedback to company leadership.

· Manage maintenance team of over 20 employees and coordinated repair schedule according to priority level.

· Administered preventive and corrective maintenance requests and workorder to completion

· Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.

· Followed standard health and safety procedures.

  • Enhanced workshop efficiency by streamlining scheduling processes and coordinating logistics.
  • Managed workshop budgets, ensuring resources were allocated effectively for optimal results.
  • Evaluated workshop success through participant feedback, making adjustments as necessary for continuous improvement.
  • Maintained detailed records of all workshops conducted, utilizing data analysis tools to track trends and inform future planning decisions.
  • Established strong working relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of materials and equipment required for workshops.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by addressing any participant concerns or issues promptly and professionally.
  • Increased participant satisfaction through effective communication of workshop objectives and expectations.
  • Collected data on program efficacy through data analysis and implemented solutions for improvement.

Maintenance Supervisor

Nigerite Limited
01.2008 - 05.2013
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
  • Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
  • Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
  • Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
  • Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
  • Prioritized preventative measures such as lubrication programs and vibration analysis that helped extend equipment life cycles and reduce overall costs.
  • Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
  • Overhauled, Installed, and repaired equipment, including centrifugal compressors, pumps, valves, and separators.
  • Supervise daily maintenance operations.
  • Delegated tasks to employees in alignment with resource management goals.
  • Performed installations and alignment of equipment.
  • Actualized strategic plan and managed equipment, lifecycle, and processes.
  • Carry out preventive maintenance according to equipment guidelines to reduce downtime.
  • Specialty on pump maintenance

Maintenance Technician

Nigerite Limited
12.1992 - 12.2007
  • Assisted management in developing long-term plans for equipment upgrades and replacements.
  • Streamlined workflow by optimizing equipment layout and arrangement in the facility.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities for energy efficiency improvements.
  • Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
  • Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
  • Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
  • Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
  • Achieved increased reliability through consistent adherence to manufacturer''s guidelines for equipment maintenance.
  • Maximized asset lifespan through diligent monitoring of wear patterns on vital components.
  • Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Computer Science - Computer Science

Lagos State University
Lagos, Nigeria
04.2001 -

Skills

Good organizational skill in maintenance planning and scheduling

Awards

  • Craft Training Cert. Motor Vehicle Mechanics, Government Technical College. May 1996
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Science, Lagos State university. Dec, 2006
  • Certificate of Proficiency in Electromechanics. Dec, 2007
  • EUSAP BLS - Plant Maintenance. Dec, 2018
  • Etex Impact Award. Dec 2023

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Projects
  • Supervised team of 12 staff members.

PROJECTS EXECUTED WITH DATES.

  • Installation of new panel for main voltage room. 1992 Complete overhaul and renovation of wet machine frames and vats of sheet machine1. 1995
  • Installation of long lathe machine of 12mts length for vat sieve at central mechanical workshop. 1995
  • Refurbished pneumatic panels sheet machine 2 piling bridges. 1996
  • Replacement and Installation of pneumatic panel for Sheet machine 4 1996
  • Complete overhaul and renovation of wet machine frames and vats of sheet machine 2. 1997
  • Installation of central vacuum system on SM1. 1999
  • Installation of vacuum plant to create vacuum to eliminate

water from felt on sheet machine1. 2006

  • Installation of vacuum plant to create vacuum to eliminate

water from felt on sheet machine2. 2006

  • Installation of biggest sheet machine 5 with capacity of 40000m2/n from sub-soil investigation to installation of filler tower, 2 big cones of and 2 silos of 500 tons max, with about 6 mixing vessels max 20 cubic mts, complete wet machines with bubble pipes and 4vats, piling machine, depiling and sorting machine including curing lines with supervision from 4 expatriates. 2007
  • Installation of a Debailer system for fiber dosing on sheet machine which include a scale hopper, dosing screw fiber

table and a loading crane. 2008

  • Installation of slurry tower for the slurry pump of SM5 2008
  • Installation of stone grinder to recover waste product 2008
  • Installation of slurry tower for the slurry pump of SM1 2009
  • Installation of gantry system for SM1 back water pit to lift pump of over 200kg. 2009
  • Installation of poly 2 dosing plant on SM5 2009
  • Installation of oil separation/recovery plant 2011
  • Installation of poly 3 dosing plant with more than 60% of parts used fabricated locally and subsequent application of poly 3 to dirty cones of SM1 and SM5. 2012
  • Installation of water repellant plant on second conveyor belt of sheet machine 5. 2012
  • Installation of blower on sorting plastic conveyor on SM5 to eliminate particles on top of finished product. 2013
  • Installation of self-closing door on all piling and depiling bridges of sheet machines to prevent accidental fall. 2013
  • Installation of safety access control: a device that opens manually when loading through a restricted access but closes during unloading period to protect workers around the working place. 2013
  • Participate in mechanical installation of color-agri. A special spraying design product with background and tile design. 2014.

Interests

Working with data

Counseling

It is a method I adopted in the workplace environment over years to carefully follow individual to understand, feel, possibly share and respond to issues and problems that can affect their daily output and performance.

Timeline

Workshop Engineer

Nigerite Limited
07.2020 - 12.2023

Workshop Coordinator

Nigeria Limited
06.2013 - 06.2020

Maintenance Supervisor

Nigerite Limited
01.2008 - 05.2013

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Computer Science - Computer Science

Lagos State University
04.2001 -

Maintenance Technician

Nigerite Limited
12.1992 - 12.2007
AKEEM MURITALAMaintenance Engineer