PATRICK KWESI QUANSAH
Takoradi
Summary
I am an innovative and a multi-tasker with a M.Sc. Science of Engineering and Management from Coventry University-England, and over 18 years of industrial experience. I excel in Maintenance and Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing/Production Engineering, Welding and Fabrication, Plant Installation and Commissioning. My strengths include meeting deadlines, prioritizing Health, Safety, and Environment, and expertise in Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, 45001:2018-OH&S) and Environmental Management systems (ISO 14001).
I have a strong track record of managing, supervising, producing, and maintaining mechanical equipment to ensure customer satisfaction. Skilled leader and problem-solver with several-year record of success overseeing work. Excellent maintenance and repair abilities demonstrated in and settings. Resourceful in coordinating supplies and personnel to meet any need.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance and Mechanical Supervisor-FULL TIME
Zoil Services Limited
Takoradi
12.2018 - Current
- Supervise, train, write reports, prioritize tasks, and assign duties to employees
- Ensured assets were in peak operating condition to maximize production capacity and increase Mean Time between Failures (MTBF) in most plants
- Management of heavy and light-duty vehicle fleet
- Reduce unplanned machine breakdowns and minimizing Mean Time to Repair
- Ensured a safe working environment, minimized maintenance costs, and decreased unplanned maintenance percentage
- Used CMMS and Oracle Fusion for planning, scheduling, monitoring, and evaluating
- Managed employees by supervising, training, writing reports, prioritizing tasks, and assigning duties
- Maintain assets to ensure peak operating condition, maximizing production capacity and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) in most plants
- Supervise of high-pressure water jetting and blasting tasks, tank/pipe cleaning, and other activities on ships using specialized equipment
- Manage contracts with service providers and recruitment of new staff to optimize performance and control costs
- Maintain facilities in the areas like Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Civil
- Led as a project manager for installing, commissioning, and overseeing welding/fabrication projects, pipe fittings, and new expansion projects
- Management of conflicts within the department
- Supervise Tank Cleaning works, Mechanical fittings etc On a Vessel (Ship)
- Prepare budgets and monitor financial performance to meet plans
- Identify and implement maintenance strategies while staying updated on reliability improvements
- Ensured operational KPIs were met and continually improved
- Formulate and periodically updating SOPs, STPs, and policies
- Act as an ISO Lead Auditor to ensure readiness for audits by Internal, External, and Third-Party Auditors focusing on Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) and ensured compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.
- Management of projects involving multiple work streams independently, part of a team
- Ensured all engineering cost, quality, and service requirements were met
- Assess and mitigate all engineering risks according to plan
- Conduct various maintenance and repair procedures on different plants and equipment, including solid waste recycling plants, incinerators, wastewater/oil treatment plants, GN-Solid Control systems, anaerobic thermal desorption plants, vertical cuttings dryers (VCDs), decanters, and emergency oil spill response kits both offshore and onshore
- Monitored daily operations to ensure that all tasks were completed in a timely manner.
- Completed supply purchases according to budget limitations and mechanical service requirements for different vehicles and systems.
- Trained staff on proper operation of all machinery and safety procedures related to machine use.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Maintenance and Mechanical Technical Lead- PART TIME
Ghana National Gas Company (Makemake Eng.)
Takoradi
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Supervised, reports writing, prioritised work, and assigned duties to staff during the replacement of High-pressure gas Coalescer, Inert Gas, Fuel Gas, Glycol Filters, etc
- Fabricated components/jigs to maintain various Pressure Gas vessels
- Torqued various vessels, flanges, and other components to specifications
- Inspected, monitored conditions, and performed high-pressure water cleaning on various vessels
- Modified and fabricated jigs and fixtures to open stacked inert gas filter vessels
- Constructed, welded and replaced leaked fuel gas pressure underground pipelines during shutdown maintenance
- Ensured compliance with established processes, procedures, policies, guidelines, and standards.
- Managed multiple tasks within tight deadlines while ensuring quality control throughout the process.
Maintenance and Mechanical Eng. Consultant-PART TIME
Western Intelligence Solution Ltd
Accra
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Conducted technical/internal audits for various government and other installation projects
- Offered technical advice for project planning and execution
- Supervised, fabricated/welded, installed, and commissioned of government projects like boilers, digesters, presses, elevators, conveyors, structures, clarifiers, etc
- Managed projects and prepared various types of reports
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
- Evaluated existing systems and processes against industry best practices to enhance efficiency.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with clients to develop action plans to address specific challenges and objectives.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives and deliverables.
- Audited company's legal documents to verify compliant policies and procedures.
Senior Maintenance and Mechanical Engineering Tech- FULL TIME
Sewerage Systems Ghana Limited
Accra
05.2016 - 07.2018
- Supervised maintenance employees and delegated tasks based on priority
- Extended the lifespan of plant equipment to meet industry standards in Preventive Maintenance (PM) Compliance and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
- Procured equipment parts for maintenance needs
- Ensured safety for workers, plant equipment, and the environment
- Conducted and trained technicians in various tasks like Electrofusion Poly welding, pipe fitting, scaffolding, Arc welding, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), Gas welding, Plasma cutting, etc
- Maintained pumps, digesters, and other equipment
- Coordinated, inspected, troubleshoot, repaired, and rebuilt pumps, conveyors, mixers, gearboxes, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
- Performed preventive, predictive, and condition monitoring on equipment
- Oversaw major contract work in electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry
- Troubleshoot, repaired, and maintained wastewater treatment equipment like up-flow bioreactors (UBF), digesters, Membrane BioReactor (MBR), coarse grid separators, dewatering presses, clarifiers, sludge machines, and anoxic/aerobic processes
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Maintenance and Mechanical Eng. Consultant-PART TIME
Alchemy Alternative Energy
Tema
01.2015 - 02.2018
- Offered technical maintenance advice on best practices for converting waste to energy
- Trained engineers/technicians in preventive, corrective, predictive, and condition-based monitoring maintenance methods
- Developed and updated SOPs, STPs, and maintenance policies for various equipment like pressure vessels, compressors, generators, shredders, crushers, and incinerators
- Monitored and assessed maintenance and employees' performance against set benchmarks
- Provided guidance and support to the technical team in plant installation, operations, and commissioning activities
Senior Maintenance and Mechanical Engineering Tech-FULL TIME
Accra Compost and Recycling Plant
Accra
02.2015 - 04.2016
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and assembly drawings for projects
- Calibrated plant equipment to meet standards
- Ensured safety of equipment, tools, and workers
- Maintained and repaired equipment such as pumps, apron feeders, valves, belt conveyors, compressors, and incinerators
- Installed, repaired, and assembled various plant equipment like compost refineries, rotary screens, and sorting plants
- Installed and maintained conveyors (belt, chain, screws), pumps, etc
- Analysed machine failures and estimated maintenance costs
- Conducted preventive, predictive, corrective, planned, overhauling, and breakdown maintenance
- Prepared reports, maintained records, and implemented maintenance schedules
- Operated and maintained heavy-duty earth-moving equipment like cranes, forklifts, tele-handlers, and various lifting gears
- Maintained and repaired hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical equipment
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Maintenance and Mechanical Tech./Machinist- FULL TIME
Newmont Gold Corp
Ahafo Kenyasi
04.2011 - 01.2015
- Evaluated equipment needs for replacements and spare parts
- Ensured personal safety, environmental safety, and equipment safety
- Managed corrosion prevention and firefighting efforts
- Collaborated in a team to develop and implement a comprehensive maintenance plan to reduce work stoppages due to failures
- Led the fabrication and redesigning of equipment parts using lathe, milling, drilling machines, etc
- Trained apprentices and new hires for improved performance
- Proficient in interpreting various types of drawings like blueprints, schematics, projections, sketches, assembly drawings, etc
- Maintained, operated heavy and light-duty equipment
- Conducted general inspections, troubleshooting, and servicing of mining pressure and portable hand tools
- Participated in team efforts to troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild plant equipment such as barrels, pumps, gearboxes, etc
- Actively maintained, overhauled, repaired, and installed various equipment such as apron feeders, pumps, crushers, millers, conveyors (including belt splicing), and rock breakers
- Operated and rigged several cranes on-site
- Managed, and inspected cranes/hoists and tagged lifting gears
- Conducted equipment alignment and fleet management tasks
- Installed and rebuilt various pumps, gearboxes, couplings, barrels, etc
- Serviced pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical equipment
- Performed condition-based monitoring on multiple plant equipment
- Conducted various welding jobs like Electrofusion Poly, Arc, gas, plasma welding, etc
- Erected various types of scaffolds as needed
- Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process to report problems and required repairs.
- Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Trained, directed and instructed apprentices and helpers to increase production levels and meet established goals.
Teaching Assistance /Instructor – CONTRACT
Tamale Technical University
Tamale
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Assisted in teaching subjects like Plant Maintenance, Material Technology, Technical Drawings, Plant Installation and Commissioning, Technical Report Writing, and Engineering Mathematics in the HND program
- Also, created examination questions for these subjects
- Taught Mechanical Engineering Technician classes covering Workshop Processes and Practices, Engineering Drawing, Technician Math, Technician Science, and Calculations
- Repaired, rebuilt, serviced, and acquired office and personal computers and laptops privately
- Trained students on using lathe, milling, shaping, and drilling machines
- Guided students in interpreting blueprints, specifications, manuals, sketches, assembly drawings, and sample parts for determining dimensions, tolerances, operations sequence, and setup requirements for finished workpieces
- Incorporated current events into lessons in order to engage student interest in real world applications.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
- Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
Maintenance and Mechanical Tech./Welder- ATTACHMEN
INTRAVENOUS INFUSION COMPANY LTD-KOFORIDUA/ GHANA
KOFORIDUA
05.2003 - 01.2004
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Interpreted various blueprints and schematics.
- Fabricated components as needed.
- Managed parts inventory and ordered additional supplies.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions
- Completed documentation accurately and on schedule.
- Installed and maintained plant equipment like air compressors, autoclaves, and fire tube boilers.
- Conducted general troubleshooting on equipment such as pumps and compressors.
- Fitted and assembled parts into complete assemblies.
Education
MSc. - Science of Engineering & Management
Coventry University
England07-2019
PGd. - Environmental Sanitation & Waste Management
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Ghana11-2016
Advance Executive Certificate - Project Management
College of Project Professionals (COPPS)
Ghana01-2015
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Accra Technical University
Accra, Ghana07-2008
City & Guilds - Mechanical Eng. Tech. Part 11
St Paul Technical Institute
Ghana05-2004
City & Guilds - Mechanical Eng. Tech, Part 1
St Paul Technical Institute
Ghana05-2003
City & Guilds - Mechanical Engineering Technician Craft Practice
St Paul Technical Institute
Ghana04-2002
Skills
- Facility/Total Quality Management
- Electrical Controls
- Accident / Incident report Fleets
- Fire and Risk Management
- Cost control and Budgeting
- Performance Management
- Welding/Fabrication
- Advanced equipment troubleshooting/Repairs
- Plant Installation and Commissioning
- Machinist
- SOP formulations
- Maintenance Planning and Job Scheduling
- Offshore waste management
- Hazardous/Non-Hazardous waste management
- Municipal solid/liquid waste management
- Conveyors Installation
- Cold/Hot Belt Vulcanizing
- Boilers
- Incinerator
- Corrosion Control
References
- Abdul-Halik Awudu, Manager, Asset Integrity & Maintenance, Ghana National Gas Company Limited, +233501291060, abdul.awudu@ghanagas.com
- Michael Coleman, Maintenance and Mechanical Superintendent, Newmont Gold Corp., +233244334237, Michael.coleman@newmont.com
- Dr. Kenneth Asamoah Boateng, Lecturer, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology (KNUST), +14375516747, kab_chem@yahoo.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Researching
- Designing
- Self Improvement
- Cooking
- Playing Piano
- Driving
- Riding
- Travelling
Certificates And Licenses
- High-Pressure Water Jetting Technical, StoneAge & Total Blasting Water Jetting Solutions
- First Aid, ACS Global Services
- OH&S For Managers/Supervisors (QHSE), IIRSM – UK
- ISO 45001:2018 OH&S Lead Auditor, IRCA & CQI
- Fire Safety Management, EBS EBecks Systems-Ghana
- Radiation Protection, Ghana Atomic Energy Commission
- MSc Science of Engineering and Management : Coventry University- UK
- PGd. Environmental Sanitation and waste Mgt :Kwame Nkrumah University of Science& Technology
- Advance Executive Diploma in Project Mgt:: College of Project Professionals- (COPPs)
- International Maritime Organization (IMO) : OPRC, UK
- Anaerobic Thermal Desorption Unit(ATDU) Maintenance and Operation : RLC Tech., USA
- Forklift/Telehandler Operation and Maintenance : IASCO, USA
- Planning, Troubleshooting and Scheduling : Ghana Institute of Engineers(GHIE), Accra
- Dogman/rigging and Scaffolding - : Newmont Ghana Gold Ltd-Ghana
- Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Eng. :Accra Technical University-Accra, Ghana
- Ghanaian DVLA Driving License Catg.: A, F, E : DVLA-Ghana
- City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering (MET 2)- : St Pauls Technical Institute-Ghana
- City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering (MET 1)- : St Pauls Technical Institute- Ghana.
- City & Guilds Mechanical Eng. (Craft Practice) : St Pauls Technical Institute- Ghana
Personal Information
- Passport Number: G2429483
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Ghanaian
Accomplishments
1) Ghana National Gas Company: 01/03/2023 to 12/29/2024
Successfully designed jigs to open a 5-year-stuck Inlet Gas Filter Vessel for maintenance
Successfully provided maintenance services during a shutdown to repair, inspect, filter element replacement, torquing of inert gas, launchers, coalescers, glycols, fuel gas, charcoal, stripers, separators, etc. Filter vessels.
2) Correct Engineering ltd: 06/2022 to 06/2022
(Komtech Municipal Waste installation plant-Kcarp
Installation of conveyors, Splicing and Hot/Cold Vulcanizing of various sizes of belts for Kumasi Compost Plant.
3). Zoil Services Limited: - 2018 to Present
Languages
English
First Language
Twi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Maintenance and Mechanical Technical Lead- PART TIME
Ghana National Gas Company (Makemake Eng.)
03.2023 - 12.2024
Maintenance and Mechanical Eng. Consultant-PART TIME
Western Intelligence Solution Ltd
01.2020 - 03.2022
Maintenance and Mechanical Supervisor-FULL TIME
Zoil Services Limited
12.2018 - Current
Senior Maintenance and Mechanical Engineering Tech- FULL TIME
Sewerage Systems Ghana Limited
05.2016 - 07.2018
Senior Maintenance and Mechanical Engineering Tech-FULL TIME
Accra Compost and Recycling Plant
02.2015 - 04.2016
Maintenance and Mechanical Eng. Consultant-PART TIME
Alchemy Alternative Energy
01.2015 - 02.2018
Maintenance and Mechanical Tech./Machinist- FULL TIME
Newmont Gold Corp
04.2011 - 01.2015
Teaching Assistance /Instructor – CONTRACT
Tamale Technical University
01.2004 - 01.2005
Maintenance and Mechanical Tech./Welder- ATTACHMEN
INTRAVENOUS INFUSION COMPANY LTD-KOFORIDUA/ GHANA
05.2003 - 01.2004
MSc. - Science of Engineering & Management
Coventry University
PGd. - Environmental Sanitation & Waste Management
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Advance Executive Certificate - Project Management
College of Project Professionals (COPPS)
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Accra Technical University
City & Guilds - Mechanical Eng. Tech. Part 11
St Paul Technical Institute
City & Guilds - Mechanical Eng. Tech, Part 1
St Paul Technical Institute
City & Guilds - Mechanical Engineering Technician Craft Practice
St Paul Technical Institute
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