Omudhowafe (David) O.

Electrical Team Lead

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Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Experience

Dec 2021 - Present
4 years 1 month

Electrical Team Lead

Wire-Teks International Company Limited / Oando Energy Resources Limited, OBOB Gas Plant

  • Lead electrical field operations and maintenance for switchgears, transformers, reactors, protection systems, substations, motors, cables, UPS, EDG, LV/MV units, and power distribution systems
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute preventive maintenance activities, prepare technical reports, and supervise daily operations ensuring HSE compliance
  • Coordinate electrical network rehabilitation across all plant substations, including testing and replacement of MV/LV breakers, relays, contactors, and auxiliary components
  • Key projects: Oando Obiafu-Obrikom LNG Plant (power distribution for API skimmer pumps, UPS panel installation, transformer and RMU installations); Ebocha Oil Center (motor swaps and HMI troubleshooting); Idu Flow Station (battery bank maintenance, MV equipment inspections)
Jan 2019 - Dec 2021
3 years

Team Supervisor (Electrical Systems)

Wire-Teks International Company Limited, NAOC Port Harcourt Office

  • Conducted routine inspections of electrical systems, helipad lighting, and lightning protection systems
  • Supervised maintenance teams, ensuring adherence to HSE standards and timely completion of work
  • Troubleshot and repaired electrical systems, including power distribution boards, motors, drives, and control panels
Jan 2014 - Dec 2019
6 years

Electrical Engineer

Xfontworks Resources

  • Designed, installed, and maintained solar off-grid systems including inverters, batteries, and PV modules
  • Conducted electrical installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance of industrial systems
  • Prepared proposals and managed client-facing technical requirements
Jan 2014 - Dec 2015
2 years

Physics Teacher

NYSC / Secondary Technical School, Afaraukwu Umuahia

  • Taught physics curriculum to secondary school students, developing lesson plans and assessment materials
  • Assisted in laboratory setup and demonstration of experiments
  • Provided academic support and mentorship to students
Jul 2008 - Dec 2008
6 months

Industrial Trainee, Maintenance Department

Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company (WRPC)

  • Supported maintenance activities on petrochemical processing equipment
  • Assisted with routine inspections, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical and electrical systems
  • Documented maintenance procedures and prepared technical reports

Summary

To secure a challenging role that leverages my innovative thinking, organizational expertise, and interpersonal skills, allowing me to make a meaningful impact and drive operational excellence.

Skills

  • Maintenance And Testing Of Lv/mv/hv Electrical Systems, Transformers, Rmus, Ups, And Motors
  • Electrical System Troubleshooting, Protection Relay Calibration, And Commissioning
  • Solar Off-grid System Design, Pv Module, Inverter, And Battery Sizing
  • Electrical Schematics Interpretation And Industrial Motor Starter Design (Dol, Star-delta, Forward-reverse)
  • Proficient In Autocad, Etap, Microsoft Office Suite, Fluke Thermal Imaging, And Electrical Test Equipment

Languages

English
Advanced

Education

Oct 2024 - Jun 2025

Rivers State University

Postgraduate Diploma, Electrical Engineering (Power Option) · Electrical Engineering (Power Option) · Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Oct 2007 - Jun 2012

Rivers State University

Bachelor of Technology, Electrical Engineering (Power Option) · Electrical Engineering (Power Option) · Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Oct 1995 - Jun 2001

National Examinations Council

Senior Secondary Certificate · Nigeria

Certifications & licenses

AutoCAD Electrical Professional Training

JokRuth Engineering Services

Electrical Safety For Technicians And Supervisors

OSH Academy USA

Inspection, Testing & Installation Of Electrical Systems

Wire-Teks International

NEMSA Certified, Category B

Electrical Home Automation & Industrial Control

EW SAT & Udemy

Energy Audit

Schneider Electric

Industrial Electrical Wiring/Installation

Gashiontech Limited

Solar Energy System Design/Installation/Supervision

Lagos Energy Academy

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