Barnabas Opalana
MANCHESTER,Employer / Line Manager
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with experience in inspecting, maintaining, and calibrating technical systems within marine and engineering environments. Strong understanding of safety procedures and compliance, combined with effective problem-solving skills and expertise in technical documentation. Seeking role as Trainee Onshore Survey Technician to apply skills in land-based surveying and enhance practical and technical abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Data Analyst Intern
IN4 Group
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Used Power BI and Tableau to create clear visuals and summaries.
- Cleaned and organised datasets, enhancing accuracy for analysis and reporting.
- Collaborated with teams to clarify data requirements and effectively present findings.
- Established strong documentation practices, ensuring clarity and consistency in data management.
- Carried out structured research and produced written summaries for clients.
Surveyor / Maintenance & Service Engineer
Bunisa Ventures Nigeria Limited
10.2017 - 02.2021
- Inspected and tested GMDSS and navigational equipment on vessels and offshore sites in line with standards from ABS, Lloyds Register, DNV/GL, IRS, and NIMASA.
- Installed, configured, and calibrated equipment to ensure correct operation and identification.
- Recorded inspection results and measurements, documenting corrective actions to enhance compliance and safety standards.
- Produced measurement reports detailing magnetic deviation curves that facilitated accurate gyrocompass and true heading comparisons.
- Operated effectively in demanding environments, ensuring precision and adherence to safety protocols.
Maintenance & Service Intern
Pacific Energy Holding
04.2016 - 11.2016
- Facilitated maintenance and repair work on turbines and power systems, contributing to system uptime.
- Conducted routine checks on transformers, generators, and transmission lines to ensure operational reliability.
- Documented system behaviour and daily observations to inform engineering decisions.
Education
CompTIA Data+ -
IN4 Group
01-2023
MSc Advanced Computer Science - Merit
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff, CRF01-2022
BEng Electrical & Electronics Engineering - 2:1
Osun State University
01-2018
Skills
- Data visualisation
- Data measurement accuracy
- Technical documentation
- Equipment calibration
- Safety compliance
- Safety compliance
- Teamwork and communication
- Teamwork and communication
Additional Information
Interested in land and engineering surveying., Comfortable working outdoors and travelling to sites., Quick to learn new tools, equipment, and procedures.
Certification
- Automa Licence
Timeline
Data Analyst Intern
IN4 Group
10.2022 - 07.2023
Surveyor / Maintenance & Service Engineer
Bunisa Ventures Nigeria Limited
10.2017 - 02.2021
Maintenance & Service Intern
Pacific Energy Holding
04.2016 - 11.2016
CompTIA Data+ -
IN4 Group
MSc Advanced Computer Science - Merit
Cardiff Metropolitan University
BEng Electrical & Electronics Engineering - 2:1
Osun State University