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Joseph Bedford

Marine Engineer
Tema

Summary

Experienced Marine Engineering Professional with hands-on expertise in engine room operations on FPSO facilities and oil tankers. Progressed from Motorman to Senior Engine Room Technician, currently serving as Boiler & Utility Operator. Skilled in planned and corrective maintenance, equipment fault-finding, and safety-critical operations, with proficiency in CMMS, Maximo, and SAP systems. Aiming to contribute to an Engine Room Supervisor role to enhance operational efficiency and resource utilization.

Overview

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years of professional experience

Work History

BOILER & UTILITY OPERATOR (2nd Engineer)

MODEC Management Services
10.2022 - Current
  • Perform commissioning for diverse equipment and system categories.
  • Execute functional testing and oversee equipment troubleshooting to restore operational performance.
  • Conducted Tri-Party walk to address operational queries and ensure alignment among teams.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards during all commissioning activities, contributing to operational integrity.
  • Facility Management Systems Maintenance, Standards and Procedures
  • Performed maintenance on Permit to Work (PTW) system to ensure compliance and operational safety.
  • Performed maintenance activities within Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track and manage work orders. and improvements and purchasing activities:
  • Executed shutdown and major maintenance activities to optimize equipment performance and reliability.
  • Carry out planned preventative and remedial maintenance as described in maintenance management system work instructions
  • Monitored safety and production critical equipment weekly, reporting any deviation of set parameters and raising work orders in the maintenance management system.
  • Carry out fault finding and diagnostic checks on all vessel equipment, ensuring any repairs are addressed promptly

Education

Class 3 Marine Engineer Officer - Marine Engineering (UnLimited)

Regional Maritime University
Accra
06.2026

Class 3 Marine Engineer Officer - Class 3 Marine Engineer (limited)

Regional Maritime University
Accra
12.2018

Mechanical Engineering Technicians Part III - Mechanical Engineering

Technical Examinations Unit
ACCRA
12.2019

Mechanical Engineering Technicians Part II - Mechanical Engineering

Technical Examinations Unit
ACCRA
11.2014

NVQ/QCF Level 2 Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Jubilee Technical Training School
Takoradi
05.2008

Marine Engine Mechanic - Marine Engineering

Regional Maritime University
Accra
06.2006

Mechanical Engineering & Craft Practice - Mechanical Engineering

St. Paul Technical School
Kukurantumi, Ghana
04.2003

B.C.E.E Certificate -

St. John Bosco Basic School
Accra, Ghana

Skills

Boiler operations

High performance

Training delivery

Operational efficiency

Research-oriented

Technical documentation

Microsoft Office proficiency

Production operations

System evaluation, Planning, Troubleshooting

Inventory control

Researching, Planning, Troubleshooting

Microsoft Office Suite

Proficient

Good working knowledge of Microsoft office suite - MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Word, Internet Trainable in any specialized Software

Deadline conscious

Result-oriented

Ability to work under less or no supervision

Self-encouraged motivator

Ability to analyze, investigate and make professional deductions and recommendations

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Teamwork

HVAC operations

Maintenance operations

Inventory control

Problem-solving abilities

Teamwork and collaboration

Workload prioritization

Teamwork

Certification

May 2021 Rigworld training center, Ghana, Rigging & Lifting Training, May 2021 Lokring Training, Lokring Training, May 2021 The Enthusiastic Leader Series, May 2021 Swagelok Ghana, Swagelok Installation Training, January 2020 Regional Maritime University, Accra-Ghana, [Certificate of training in Elementary First Aid Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities Personal Survival Techniques Fire Preservation & Fire Fighting International Ship & Port Facility Security Code Oil Tanker Familiarization Engine Room Watch Keeping Lifeboat Advance first Aid Proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats Advance Fire Preservation & Fire Fighting International ship & port facility security officer High voltage management Engine Room Resource management Human element leadership & management], November 2020 OERTM Offshore Emergency Response Team Member, February 2019 Regional Maritime University, Accra-Ghana, [Certificate of Achievement in Basic Offshore Safety Induction, Minimum Industry Safety Training], PRUFTECHNIK, November 2019 Laser Alignment & Vibration Analysis Training, June 2015 Effective Human Intervention. ehi (Boiler & Steam System), July 2014 – November 2014 Jubilee Technical Training School [Takoradi Polytechnic], [Certificates in Mechanical Drives, Hydraulic System, Laser Shaft Alignment, Vibration Analysis, Pump Systems], May 2011 Marpol Training Institute, Inc. USA, [Meeting Marpol Standards], May 2011 Marpol Training Institute, Inc. USA, [Waste Management Best Practice]

Interests

TV games ,Reading

Additional Information

REFEREES

  • Leslie Brown
  • Chief Engineer (Fpso)
  • Modec Ghana Limited
  • Email: lab55gh@yahoo.com
  • Mobile: +233 (0) 244241397
  • Mahesh Narwankar
  • Maintenance Superintendent (Fpso)
  • Email: maheshnarwankar@gmail.com
  • Mobile: +919833101837

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 1986-09-02
  • Nationality: Ghanaian

Timeline

BOILER & UTILITY OPERATOR (2nd Engineer)

MODEC Management Services
10.2022 - Current

Mechanical Engineering & Craft Practice - Mechanical Engineering

St. Paul Technical School

Marine Engine Mechanic - Marine Engineering

Regional Maritime University

NVQ/QCF Level 2 Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Jubilee Technical Training School

Mechanical Engineering Technicians Part II - Mechanical Engineering

Technical Examinations Unit

Class 3 Marine Engineer Officer - Marine Engineering (UnLimited)

Regional Maritime University

Class 3 Marine Engineer Officer - Class 3 Marine Engineer (limited)

Regional Maritime University

Mechanical Engineering Technicians Part III - Mechanical Engineering

Technical Examinations Unit

B.C.E.E Certificate -

St. John Bosco Basic School
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