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RICHMOND NKETSIAH

Tema

Summary

Dedicated electrical professional with 5+ years in industrial settings, specializing in electrical systems and maintenance. Proficient in diagnosing and repairing generators, compressors, steam boilers, and various automation systems. Demonstrated ability to implement maintenance strategies that minimize downtime and boost reliability. Focused on safety and continuous improvement, prepared to leverage technical skills for organizational success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Electrical Technician

Nestle Ghana Ltd
Tema
11.2025 - Current
  • Execute preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on high-speed production lines.
  • Utilized testing equipment to diagnose faults in electrical circuits and systems.
  • Performed routine maintenance on electrical systems such as motors, transformers, and generators.
  • Troubleshot electrical motors, starters, drives, and control panels to identify and resolve issues.
  • Installed new electrical systems and components, contributing to project completion and operational reliability.
  • Conducted routine inspections ensuring compliance with safety standards, enhancing workplace safety.

Executed strict LOTO procedures prior to maintenance activities, safeguarding personnel and equipment during servicing.

• Conduct inspections and electrical testing using multimeters and insulation testers.

Supported compliance with GMP, HACCP, and safety standards through regular audits and inspections.

Electrical Supervisor

De-Heus Ghana Ltd
Tema
10.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated installation of electrical systems for new manufacturing equipment, enhancing operational readiness.
  • Directed electrical maintenance team to maintain uninterrupted plant operations, minimizing downtime.
  • Minimized recurring electrical faults by 20% through systematic root cause analysis.
  • Supervise shutdown maintenance on crushers, conveyors, motors, and drive systems.
  • Conducted regular inspections of electrical systems to proactively identify and address maintenance needs.
  • Enforce strict compliance with LOTO, JSA, and HSE procedures.
  • Compile bills of materials (BOM) and oversee spare parts planning.
  • Provide detailed shift and maintenance reports to plant leadership.

Reliability Officer

De Heus Ghana Ltd.
Tema
05.2024 - 10.2025
  • Achieved a 15% reduction in equipment downtime and a 25% decrease in recurring issues.
  • Developed maintenance schedules, conducted root cause analyses, and improved equipment reliability.
  • Maintained a comprehensive maintenance database, streamlining tracking and reducing response time for maintenance tasks by 10%.
  • Established preventive and corrective maintenance protocols for electromechanical systems, enhancing operational reliability.
  • Conducted regular safety audits and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations.
  • Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
  • Documented all maintenance activities in CMMS system, Maximo.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing overall maintenance efficiency.

Electrical Technician

De-Heus Ghana Ltd
Tema
10.2021 - 05.2024
  • Enhanced plant efficiency by 10% by proactively identifying and replacing critical components in motors, transformers, and other machinery.
  • Reduced maintenance costs by 15% through optimized repair techniques and predictive maintenance for compressors, boilers, and dryers using tools like thermal imagers.
  • Identified and implemented power factor correction techniques to reduce electrical losses, enhancing system performance.
  • Monitored energy usage across multiple equipment to pinpoint efficiency improvements, contributing to overall cost savings.
  • Implemented electrical safety measures for high-voltage equipment (LOTOTO), reducing risks and promoting a safer work environment.
  • Collaborated with an external project team during plant expansion to ensure precise installation and calibration of new equipment, leading to a 30% increase in plant capacity.

Maintenance Technician

Avnash Industries Ghana Ltdd
Tema
09.2018 - 02.2021
  • Educated operators on new production equipment, achieving a 20% decrease in operator errors and enhanced safety standards.
  • Facilitated installation and commissioning of production equipment, including cooling towers, chiller units, blow-moulding machines, and associated electromechanical systems, contributing to a 40% increase in production efficiency.
  • Executed preventative maintenance, ensuring safety compliance and thorough documentation of activities and resolutions.
  • Performed major maintenance and installation work during planned shutdowns, minimizing production downtime.
  • Conducted routine inspections to proactively prevent equipment breakdowns.

Loss Control Officer

Electricity Company of Ghana Ltd
Tema
10.2016 - 03.2018
  • Investigated and documented meter tampering, illegal connections, and bypass wiring to mitigate revenue loss.
  • Collaborated with billing, metering, and operations teams to achieve accuracy in metering and enhance revenue collection.
  • Oversaw installation and calibration of meters and CT/PT units to ensure operational integrity.
  • Conducted regular field inspections of Metering points and customer connections
  • Educated customers on energy-efficient infrastructure options to promote sustainability.

Electrician

Diamond Cement Ltd
Takoradi
03.2014 - 09.2016
  • Ensured electrical installations comply with project specifications and standards by strictly following blueprints.
  • Installed wiring, cable trays, conduits, and electrical field devices including motors, human machine interface and control and automation panels.
  • Conducted insulation resistance testing, continuity testing, and grounding checks.
  • Mounted and connected sensors, transducers, and instruments such as pressure, flow, temperature, and level sensors.
  • Maintained and troubleshooted electrical motors used in crushers, mills, kilns, conveyors, and fans.
  • Troubleshot faulty instruments and communication links to ensure signal integrity, supporting reliable operations.
  • Worked collaboratively with team members to achieve project goals on time and within specifications.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Accra Tecnical University
Accra
02-2025

EET I, II & III - Electrical Engineering

Takoradi Technical University
Takoradi
11-2015

Skills

  • Motors, Starters, VFDs & Drives
  • Transformers & Power Distribution Systems
  • Industrial Electrical Maintenance
  • Electrical testing
  • Troubleshooting and diagnosis
  • Fault diagnosis
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Lockout/tagout compliance
  • Motor controls
  • Schematic interpretation
  • Maintenance planning
  • Continuous improvement
  • Team leadership

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Twi & Fante
Proficient (C2)
C2
Ahanta
Native
Native

Certification

Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional - VSkills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Electrical Technician

Nestle Ghana Ltd
11.2025 - Current

Electrical Supervisor

De-Heus Ghana Ltd
10.2025 - Current

Reliability Officer

De Heus Ghana Ltd.
05.2024 - 10.2025

Electrical Technician

De-Heus Ghana Ltd
10.2021 - 05.2024

Maintenance Technician

Avnash Industries Ghana Ltdd
09.2018 - 02.2021

Loss Control Officer

Electricity Company of Ghana Ltd
10.2016 - 03.2018

Electrician

Diamond Cement Ltd
03.2014 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Accra Tecnical University

EET I, II & III - Electrical Engineering

Takoradi Technical University
RICHMOND NKETSIAH