GILBERT ACQUAH
Takoradi
Summary
Dedicated Oil and gas professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
TEMA OIL TERMINAL
06.2022 - Current
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Partnered with facility management to successfully complete projects within anticipated deadlines.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Removed dirt and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears as part of regular maintenance.
- Trained junior maintenance professionals on correct repair and cleaning procedures.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
Lead Mechanical fitter/ Technician
Nikham offshore
04.2022 - 06.2022
- As a team lead ensured all documentation and PTW permit to work system are in place and signed by the required authorities before commencing task.
- Checked instruments for accuracy and calibrated to specifications.
- Supervised in conducting mechanical isolations in a safe and well organized manner as stated in the job procedure.
- Interpretation of engineering drawings and P&IDs in relation to maintenance work.
- corrosion control
- Checked proper fitting and assembly of parts and piping for Coral Sul FLNG Hook up project.
- Worked on pumps and compressors as required by manufacturers specifications whenever there is a mechanical breakdown.
- Assisting with Offshore Technical Integrity checks to ensure the longevity of the equipment.
- As a Lead Mechanical fitter, I assisted my line supervisor in a well organized team management.
Mechanical Technician
Subsea 7 Pacific
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Ensuring the Subsea 7 operating procedures are adhered to in the day to day work execution and carrying out general operations team duties as required.
- Help with permit to work - PTW system and documentation relating to equipment, Task Risk Assessments; Operating Procedures; Maintenance Task Lists; Work Instructions; Technical Specifications; Photographs, TM Master, vessel specific maintenance system.
- Ensuring the Subsea 7 operating procedures are adhered to in the day to day work execution and carrying out general operations team duties as required.
- Worked on pumps and compressors during equipment breakdowns.
- Accessed and ensure inventories are kept up to date.
- Ensures that all Vertical pipe laying System (VLS) equipment is checked in accordance with relevant check lists.
- Carried out a well planned maintenance as instructed on the system and completes technical records and logs, including any authorized modifications and special fits.
Mechanical Tech/Supervisor Offshore Operations
Zeal Environmental Ltd
10.2018 - 01.2022
- Permit to work authority.(MODEC certified )
- Confined space entry Supervisor .
- Cleaning, replacing, oiling and lubricating mechanical equipment as required.
- Assemble and test basic and complex power plant mechanical equipment using assembly drawings.
- Prepare appropriate documentation (e.g. Method statement, Risk Assessment, Work Orders, etc.) for all planned and unplanned mechanical maintenance works.
- Installed new mechanical equipment as required.
Took out inoperative parts by disassembling mechanical equipment with the use of cranes, hoists, hand and power tools. - Ascertain changes in dimensional requisite of parts by examining used parts and utilizing micrometers, rules, calipers and other measuring appliances.
- Oversee mechanical equipment while in operation and listen for complications using accurate testing and measuring instruments.
- Assist with performing Root Cause Analysis of failures on mechanical related equipment.
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Seaweld Engineering Limited
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Controlled engineering activities to maintain work standards, adhere to timelines and meet quality assurance targets.
- Verified parts and materials through audit inspections and independent checks.
- Monitored project progress, ensuring conformance to design specifications and safety standards.
- Collaborated with development teams, internal customers and product line management to verify delivery of desired quality requirements to distributors.
- Managed project documents, blueprints and specifications.
- Planned and coordinated construction projects such as the SWIP motor handling frame for offshore - MODEC MV21
Education
Diploma: B Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Takoradi Technical UniversityUniversity
Takoradi, Ghana08.2020
Diploma: HND - Mechanical Engineering
Takoradi Technical University
Takoradi, Ghana09.2014
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Welding and fabrication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Maintenance and Repair
- Multitasking and Organization
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
Additional Information
- BOSIET – Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training
- IMIST – International Minimum Induction Safety Training
- ISPS Awareness Training
- Personal Survival Techniques
- Elementary First Aid
- Fire Fighting & Fire Prevention
- Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
Languages
English
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
TEMA OIL TERMINAL
06.2022 - Current
Lead Mechanical fitter/ Technician
Nikham offshore
04.2022 - 06.2022
Mechanical Technician
Subsea 7 Pacific
01.2022 - 03.2022
Mechanical Tech/Supervisor Offshore Operations
Zeal Environmental Ltd
10.2018 - 01.2022
Graduate Engineer Trainee
Seaweld Engineering Limited
10.2017 - 10.2018
Diploma: B Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Takoradi Technical UniversityUniversity
Diploma: HND - Mechanical Engineering
Takoradi Technical University
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