Nduka Ogechukwu Kalu.
Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria,Select an option
Summary
Highly Skilled and dedicated Electrical Maintenance Technician with over 12 years of experience in the Manufacturing industry (Nigeria Breweries Plc).Proven expertise as a subject matter, expert in HV & LV power distribution,electrical system protection and maintenance,specifically in production environments.
A detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to safety,known for mentoring junior technicians,providing complex troubleshooting guidance,and sharing best practices to improve operational efficiency across the organisation.Eager to leverage extensive technical knowledge and problem-solving skills as an Electrical Specialist at ExxonMobil.
Overview
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1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Electrical maintenance technician
Nigeria Breweries PLC.
Ibadan, Oyo State
2008.05 - Current
- Executed comprehensive electrical installations, enhancing system performance.
- Followed strict safety guidelines during all tasks, reinforcing a culture of workplace health and safety compliance.
- Highlighted areas for potential improvement during routine checks; enhanced efficiency over time.
- Ensured prompt response to emergency breakdowns, minimizing downtime.
- Managed high and low voltage systems focusing on power distribution and control networks.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of health, safety, and environment (HSE) standards, including ESD and fire and gas systems.
- Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Advanced maintenance strategies, complex troubleshooting and reliability improvements for electrical equipment.
- Maintenance Management: Proficient in work management practices and CMMS (SAP) for work order management and materials planning.
- Provided technical mentorship and guidance to teams in operational and maintenance roles.
- Demonstrated expertise in electrical power engineering, focusing on safety and system protection.
- Applied strong analytical skills to detect equipment abnormalities and determine the appropriate corrective actions, ensuring process safety and operational integrity.
- Performed detailed inspections,maintenance,and repairs on variable speed drives,inverters,alternators and lighting networks.
- Expertly interpreted single-line and logic diagrams to troubleshoot and resolve faults on instrumentation, control systems and protection relays.
- Operated and maintained critical electrical equipment, including switchgear, transformers, and high-voltage motor control centers (MCCs).
- Maintained accurate and detailed maintenance logs and technical reports, contributing to data-driven decision making and reliability.
- Lead the execution of preventive and corrective maintenance programs, utilizing CMMS (SAP) to manage work orders (IW31), raise notifications (IW21) and efficiently source materials.
- Conducted risk analyses and followed health and safety protocols.
- Used measurement instruments and precision tools to deliver exact specifications.
- Tested electrical installations for performance and functionality.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions to deliver to project requirements.
- Carried out detailed component testing for accurate assessment of part functionality.
- Conducted regular checks on the PLCs thereby minimizing system failures.
- Reduced machine downtime by diligently maintaining and repairing automation equipment.
- Installed electronic instruments and control systems to specifications.
- Examined and tested machines, instruments and control systems to identify faults.
- Conducted diagnostic tests for identifying faults and malfunctions.
- Calculated loads to size sizing wire and circuit protection for optimum performance and safety.
- Prepared accurate sketches and drawings for electrical schemes.
- Performed in-depth electrical acceptance and high-potential isolation testing of completed hardware.
- Consulted on electrical system design and development to devise power stations.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Osun State College of Technology.
Osun State, Nigeria. 2012.04 - 2015.03
Diploma of Higher Education - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
St johnBosco Technical College.
Anambra. Nigeria. 2000.03 - 2002.04
Certificate of Achievement. - Oil and Gas Safety Management
LA PLAGE META VERSE
Nigeria.Certificate of Achievement. - Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)
LA PLAGE META VERSE
NigeriaCertificate Of Completion. - Troubleshooting Motor and Drives
FLUKE INSTRUMENT.
Nigeria.Skills
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Health and Safety adherence
- LV circuits diagnosis
- Troubleshooting complex control systems
- Electrical diagnostics
- Circuit breaker corrective maintenance
- Relays and pressure switches
- Electrical systems maintenance
- Technical support
- Process Improvement
- Verbal communication
- PLC programming
- Machinery maintenance
- Diagnostic Testing
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Preventative maintenance
- Equipment calibration
- HVAC systems knowledge
- Motor controls expertise
- Control systems analysis
- Handling of power tools
- Power distribution expertise
- Circuitry knowledge
- Industrial wiring techniques
- Power and lighting design
- Industrial electric engine repair
Certification
MEMBER,NIGERIA SOCIETY OF ENGINEERS.(MNSE)
Accomplishments
- Successfully coordinating the overhaul of high-voltage switchgear and protection systems,resulting in zero lost-time incidents and a 15% improvement in system reliability.
- Executed routine and preventive mainteanance on production,leading to 20% reduction in downtime and improving effectiveness by 10%.
- Contributed to breakdown analysis,identifying functional failures and countermeasures within an average timeframe of 24hrs and minimizing production losses.
Timeline
Higher National Diploma - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Osun State College of Technology.
2012.04 - 2015.03
Electrical maintenance technician
Nigeria Breweries PLC.
2008.05 - Current
Diploma of Higher Education - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
St johnBosco Technical College.
2000.03 - 2002.04
Certificate of Achievement. - Oil and Gas Safety Management
LA PLAGE META VERSE
Certificate of Achievement. - Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)
LA PLAGE META VERSE
Certificate Of Completion. - Troubleshooting Motor and Drives
FLUKE INSTRUMENT.