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Overview
Work History
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Certification
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Godfred Yeboah Asuama

Takoradi

Summary

Results-driven Corrosion Supervisor with proven expertise at TAQA Ghana, enhancing team productivity and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Skilled in technical report writing and inventory management, I effectively led a team of 15, implementing quality control measures that improved coating application processes and reduced nonconformities. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills foster collaboration and success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Corrosion Supervisor and Quality Control Inspector

TAQA Ghana (Takoradi Thermal Power Plant T2)
Takoradi
11.2019 - Current
  • Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
  • Developed strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
  • Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
  • Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
  • Analyzed substrate conditions to determine appropriate coating systems for application.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were met when working in hazardous environments.
  • Verified coating thickness using ultrasonic gauges and holiday detectors.
  • Monitored surface preparation for proper cleaning prior to applying coatings.
  • Provided technical expertise regarding coating installation methods and techniques to contractors or clients.
  • Conducted field surveys of existing structures to assess potential corrosion damage.
  • Tested adhesion of coatings by performing pull-off tests according to ASTM D4541 standard.
  • Measured dry film thickness before and after curing of the applied coating materials.
  • Assisted in developing specifications for coating projects based on client requirements.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing inspection results and recommended corrective action as needed.
  • Performed visual inspections of coated surfaces for holidays, pinholes and other imperfections.
  • Evaluated existing corrosion control strategies and recommended improvements.
  • Conducted corrosion surveys and developed mitigation plans for offshore structures.
  • Supervise the coating procedure for corrosion prevention and rust control activities.
  • Preparation of work permits and job risk assessments.
  • Distribute or assign manpower for daily general services, maintenance, and repair works.
  • Inspect the selection and mixing of anti-corrosion paints and barrier coatings.
  • Check atmospheric conditions and give approval for painting operations.
  • Perform soluble salt test prior to surface preparation & paint application
  • Prepare daily inspection report for all painting operations to management
  • Perform visual inspection and tests on substrate before painting works
  • Prepare monthly work reports of the General Services Department's activities to management.
  • Manages materials inventory of General Services department. (i.e tracks and ensure exhausted stock are being replenished, by raising a purchase requisition using Maximo software)
  • Weekly planning and scheduling of reported work orders in maximo for execution.

Corrosion QA/QC Lead Advisor

ThermEnergy Services Limited @ PE Power Plant Site
Takoradi
01.2022 - Current
  • Provide an improvement plan to enhance the quality of corrosion control activities.
  • Checks and records atmospheric conditions prior to the start of operations.
  • Checks surface preparation and performs a salt test for painting operations.
  • Carries out wet and dry film thickness checks.
  • Perform visual inspections.
  • Resolve quality related issues.
  • Prepare and submit daily QC inspection reports.
  • Recommend improvement measures to ensure that quality control standards are met.
  • Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformities.

National Service Person

TAQA Ghana (Takoradi Thermal Power Station, T2)
Takoradi
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Created reports for senior management on project outcomes and successes.
  • Prepared daily attendance timesheets for subcontractor manpower.
  • Storekeeper for the General Services Department.
  • Raised material requisitions for daily work using Maximo software.
  • Record daily consumables and paint usage in an Excel database, and monitor material consumption.
  • Assisted the General Services supervisor in the supervision of rust control labor/manpower.
  • Prepare work permits and risk assessments/job safety analyses.
  • Manages the inventory of tools and equipment.

Internship [Site Supervisor for Works Department]

Asante Akim South District Assembly
Juaso
05.2017 - 07.2017
  • Assisted in the preparation of bills of quantities.
  • Assisted in estimating quantities and costs of materials, equipment, and labor to determine project feasibility.
  • Preparation of a method statement for the district’s project.
  • Inspected project sites to monitor progress and adherence to design specifications, safety protocols, and state sanitation standards.

Education

NACE Coating Inspector Level 1

Corrosion Institute of Southern Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa
11-2021

Bachelor of Science - Construction Technology And Management

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi
06-2018

WASSCE: General Science

St. John’s Senior High School
Sekondi-Takoradi
05-2013

Skills

  • Technical report writing
  • Protective coatings application quality inspector
  • Background in supervision and management
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Certified scaffold erector
  • Certified scaffold inspector
  • Proficient in using QC inspection equipment and tools
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (well-versed in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Knowledge of safety procedures
  • Knowledge of IBM Maximo software

Certification

  • Member of the Association for Materials Protection and Performance
  • Member of the Corrosion Institute of Southern Africa Association, Johannesburg
  • Certified scaffold inspector from Lloyds British International
  • Certified scaffold erector from Lloyd's British International
  • Certified forklift operator from Lloyds British International
  • Advanced maintenance planning and scheduling by Informa Markets, India
  • Certificate of participation: Technical report writing for effective operations by Maintenance and Energy Consultants (MEMCONS)

Accomplishments

  • Successfully served as the project coordinator for asset integrity training of 21 maintenance staff at Newmont Akyem Mine process plant

References

Mr. Henry Sarraga

Lead engineer, General Services Dept

Takoradi International Company, TICO/TAQA

Email: henry.sarraga@taqa.com

Tel: 024-725-9248

Timeline

Corrosion QA/QC Lead Advisor

ThermEnergy Services Limited @ PE Power Plant Site
01.2022 - Current

Corrosion Supervisor and Quality Control Inspector

TAQA Ghana (Takoradi Thermal Power Plant T2)
11.2019 - Current

National Service Person

TAQA Ghana (Takoradi Thermal Power Station, T2)
09.2018 - 08.2019

Internship [Site Supervisor for Works Department]

Asante Akim South District Assembly
05.2017 - 07.2017

NACE Coating Inspector Level 1

Corrosion Institute of Southern Africa

Bachelor of Science - Construction Technology And Management

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology

WASSCE: General Science

St. John’s Senior High School

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