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Olusola Balogun

Engineer
Ikorodu

Summary

Goal-oriented professional, skilled leader and analytical problem-solver versed as a certified Engineer in budget planning, Occupational Health and Safety Engineer, Project Manager, staff oversight, Quality Assurance Assessor also Training programme management with several years of experience, recognised for assessing operational needs and developing solutions to save costs, improve revenues and drive customer satisfaction. Resourceful and well-organised with excellent leadership and team-building record.with a focus on health, safety and environmental issues.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications

Work History

Quality Assurance Engineer

Industrial Training Fund
Jos, Nigeria
02.2023 - 01.2026
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations by implementing rigorous checks.
  • Upheld confidentiality and data security standards throughout all QA procedures.
  • Maintained up-to-date documentation, facilitating smoother audits.
  • Identified potential issues through systematic risk assessments.
  • Helped team implement and enforce optimum best practices in quality assurance.
  • Advocated for customer satisfaction through rigorous QA practices.
  • Analysed problems to develop reproducible cases and documented defects for developers.
  • Built, reviewed and improved technical specifications and testing plans.
  • Led training sessions, enhancing team's technical knowledge.
  • Crafted and validated documentation outlining improved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to drive continuous improvement.
  • Submitted performance reports, identifying shortfalls and facilitating improvement actions.
  • Updated relevant documentation, checking for accuracy and relevance.
  • Monitored and assessed quality performance to gauge progress.

Achievements:
1. Co-ordination and Centre Assessments for Skill-Up Artisan Programme (SUPA) Centres, across the 36 States of Nigeria
2. Co-ordination and Centre Assessments of National Industrial Skills Development Programme (NISDP) Centres, FCT, Abuja.
3. Co-ordination of Identity Training Needs Assessment in Engineering and Construction across the 36 States of Nigeria.
4. Co-supervised and Monitor National Industrial Skills Development Programme (NISDP), Warri, Delta State
5. Implementation of Mechanical Engineering Training programmes across the 36 States of Nigeria.

Acting Head Mechanical Section

Industrial Training Fund
Jos, Nigeria
02.2019 - 06.2023
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Generated Key Performance Indicator reporting to drive better performance.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Offered friendly, efficient customer service a
  • Analysed data and information to identify issues and create tailored solutions.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
  • Wrote reports outlining project progress and results.
  • Promoted continuous improvement by problem-solving and sharing suggestions to optimise team operations.
  • Conduct audits of the Quality Management System (QMS)
  • Supervision of Design and develop training programmes
  • Supervision of Conducting, implementing Skills training

Achievements:
1. Co-ordination and Centre Assessments of National Industrial Skills Development Programme (NISDP) Centres, FCT, Abuja.
2. Co-ordination of Identity Training Needs Assessment in Engineering and Construction across the 36 States of Nigeria.
3. Co-supervised and Monitor National Industrial Skills Development Programme (NISDP), Warri, Delta State.
4. Implementation of Mechanical Engineering Training programmes across the 36 States of Nigeria.

Operations/Project Manager

ENIBOD Nigeria Enterprises Ltd
Lokoja, Nigeria
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Supervision of waterworks/ dams rehabilitation.
  • Supervision of pipelines reticulation and water distribution.
  • Maintenance and operations planning and co-ordination.
  • Supervision of non-routine execution.
  • Dredging operations.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance and allocated needed resources to meet standards.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Wrote reports outlining project progress and results.
  • Generated Key Performance Indicator reporting to drive better performance.
  • Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
  • Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
  • Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
  • Handled negotiations with outside vendors and service agencies to meet group needs.

Achievements:
1. Supervised rehabilitation of Okene Waterworks project, Okene, Kogi State.
2. Supervised re-dredging of Okene dam for Kogi State Government, Okene.
3. Supervised dredging of Obajana River, Obajana, Kogi State.
4. Co-Supervised fabrication of vehicular Ferry carrier for Cross River State Government, Calabar.

Technical Services Manager

BALOOM Enterprises
Lokoja, Nigeria
11.2015 - 12.2017
  • Oversaw dredging operations.
  • Maintenance and operation of concrete/Block fabrication equipment.
  • Maintenance of Vehicles, pumps and other ancillary equipment.
  • Forged partnerships with other service providers to boost signposting capabilities and diversify services.
  • Oversaw maintenance of organisation's facilities to guarantee compliance with industry regulations.
  • Directed activities of staff to maximise service availability and play to teams' strengths.
  • Managed inventory of resources necessary for service provision.
  • Developed and updated internal guidelines.
  • Coordinated consistent, high quality provision of dredging services.

Achievements::
1. Supervised dredging and land reclamation at Ajaokuta, Kogi State.
2. Supervised dredging and land reclamation at Obajana, Kogi State.
3. Supervised fabrication of 6 inches dredger at Calabar, Cross River State.

Supervisor/Regional Coordinator

Zental Venture
Owerri, Nigeria
11.2014 - 10.2015
  • Planning and coordination of daily, weekly and monthly operational activities.
  • Supervision and monitoring PPM, Diesel supply and non-routine execution.
  • Following up with FSE'S and Team on fast resolution of sites outages and repairs.
  • Collection of PPM, Diesel reports and treats with Ericson Teams.
  • Report Daily, Weekly and Monthly activities to Operational/Project Manager.
  • Examined established policies to identify weaknesses and needed updates.
  • Developed threat and risk assessments with ranked response options.
  • Consulted interested parties and specific stakeholders to gather information for new policies and updates.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety regulations.

Achievements:
1. Supervised and Monitor operation activities of MTN Cell Site Project, Owerri, Imo State.

Mechanical Engineer(NYSC)

Niger State Universal Basic Education Board
Minna, Nigeria
11.2013 - 10.2014
  • Supervised maintenance of generating set.
  • Supervised maintenance of vehicles.
  • Supervised contractors and subcontractors.
  • Assisted with independently produced engineering reports.
  • Filled out logs of daily activities.
  • Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
  • Put in replacement parts and components as well as entire systems.
  • Completed routine maintenance in line with preventative maintenance log.

Achievements:

  • Supervised and Monitor operation activities of generating set and maintenance of vehicles, Minna, Niger State.

Education

International General Certificate -

NEBOSH
Leicester, United Kingdom

Foundations of Project Management - undefined

Coursera
Abuja, Nigeria
09.2023

Quality Assurance Assessor - Engineering, manufacturing and construction

NBTE
Kaduna, Nigeria
08.2023

Bachelor of Engineering -

Igbinedion University Okada
Benin, Nigeria
07.2013

SSCE - undefined

Government Science Secondary school
Lokoja, Nigeria
07.2002

Skills

technical terminology

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

use online tools to collaborate

assume responsibility

mechanical engineering

project management

quality standards

develop strategy to solve problems

troubleshoot

Custom Section

  • Management
  • Engaging leadership style
  • Teamwork skills
  • Ability to effectively plan
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Data gathering and review
  • Material and Equipment Testing
  • Safety process analysis
  • Project audits
  • Safety program assessments
  • Site evaluation
  • Risk management

Personal Information

  • Date of birth: 11/08/84
  • Nationality: Nigerian

Communication Skills

  • Confident communicator
  • Presentation skills
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Brand building and awareness
  • Originality

Training

  • Project Management Train the Trainers Course Under the Skill Up Artisans (SUPA) Program, 07/29/24, 08/02/24, Abuja
  • Quality Assurance Assessor (National Skills Qualification Framework), 12/01/22, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
  • Automobile Diagnostics and Maintenance Workshop at ITF Centre For Excellence, 11/01/22, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
  • COREN Assembly: Domestication and Development of Codes, Standards and Regulations as a Panacea for Engineering Infrastructure Failures in Nigeria, 08/01/22, Abuja
  • Heat, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) at ITF, 11/01/21, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
  • COREN Assembly: Advancing the Frontiers of Engineering Practitioners and Entrenching Professionalism for National Development, 08/01/21, Abuja
  • Fairveiw Consults: Public Services Issues and Value Reorientation at ITF Centre For Excellence, 05/01/21, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
  • Instructional Techniques Workshop at ITF Centre For Excellence, 03/01/21, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
  • Institute of Safety Professionals Of Nigeria (ISPON): General Health Safety and Environmental (GSHE), 08/01/20, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
  • COREN Assembly: Strategic Alliance amongst Engineering Professionals For Enhanced Opportunities, 08/01/19, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
  • Millennium Training Acquisition Limited: Oilfield Facility Management, 08/01/14, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Millennium Training Acquisition Limited: General Health Safety and Environmental (GSHE) Level I-III, 03/01/14, Minna, Nigeria

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)

Certification

International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety IG I & II

Timeline

International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety IG I & II

01-2026

Foundations of Project Management

09-2023

Quality Assurance Assessor QAA

06-2023

Quality Assurance Engineer

Industrial Training Fund
02.2023 - 01.2026

General Health Safety and Environmental (GSHE)

08-2020

Acting Head Mechanical Section

Industrial Training Fund
02.2019 - 06.2023

COREN Register Engineer

12-2018

Corporate Member Nigerian Society of Engineers (MNSE)

11-2018

Operations/Project Manager

ENIBOD Nigeria Enterprises Ltd
01.2018 - 01.2019

Technical Services Manager

BALOOM Enterprises
11.2015 - 12.2017

Supervisor/Regional Coordinator

Zental Venture
11.2014 - 10.2015

Certificate of Competence Oilfield Facility Management

08-2014

Certificate of Competence HSSE I, II, III

02-2014

Mechanical Engineer(NYSC)

Niger State Universal Basic Education Board
11.2013 - 10.2014

Foundations of Project Management - undefined

Coursera

Quality Assurance Assessor - Engineering, manufacturing and construction

NBTE

SSCE - undefined

Government Science Secondary school

International General Certificate -

NEBOSH

Bachelor of Engineering -

Igbinedion University Okada
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