Benedito Gonçalves Joaquim
Luanda,Angola
Summary
Experienced professional with expertise in administrative functions, health, safety, and environment (HSE) protocols, and document management systems. Proficient in handling advanced technical systems including ABB switchboards, VFDs, drilling drives, and ACS6000 thruster drives. Skilled in the operation and maintenance of Wartsila W16V32 and Caterpillar engines, NOV equipment, Kongsberg dynamic positioning systems, and jacking systems. Adept at ensuring operational efficiency through meticulous system management and technical proficiency. Committed to leveraging technical expertise to support organisational goals and drive continuous improvement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Chief Electrician
Transocean - Deep Water Skyros Drillship
Soyo/Zaire, Angola
02.2018 - 07.2025
- Responsible for installation, maintenance and repair of all electrical equipment onboard rig.
- Ensure daily inspections and maintenance on electrical equipment are carried out.
- Ensure that permit to work and isolation system is in place and followed.
- Participate in effective management of AIM (Asset & Inventory Management) system to ensure all records are maintained on a timely basis.
- Carry out periodic maintenance according to AIM guidelines and coordinate same with supervisor and other
department heads. - Operate, maintain and repair power generation and distribution equipment, i.e. generators and engine controls, SCRs, transformers, etc.
Senior Electrician
Seadrill Angola, Lda. - West Gemini Drillship
Soyo/Zaire, Angola
07.2017 - 10.2017
- Ensures that all electrical systems and related equipment are maintained, serviced and tested, and installed in accordance with applicable rules and regulations, electrical standards and good industry practice.
- Testing Installations and systems, and analyzing data.
Senior Rig Electrician
Seadrill Angola, Lda. - West Tucana Jack Up Rig
Malongo/Cabinda, Angola
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Responsible for ensuring that all electrical systems on the rig are functioning properly, including repairing, maintaining, installing and operating all electrical equipment on the rig.
- Testing Installations and systems, and analyzing data, Making sure projects meet electrical and construction safety regulation.
Rig Electrician
Seadrill Angola, Lda. - West Gemini Drillship
Soyo/Zaire, Angola
04.2012 - 05.2016
- The Rig Electrician ensures that all electrical systems and related equipment are maintained, serviced and tested, and installed in accordance with the applicable rules and regulations, the electrical standards and good industry practice
- Testing Installations and systems, and analyzing data.
Roustabout
Seadrill Angola, Lda. - West Gemini Drillship
Soyo/Zaire, Angola
09.2011 - 03.2012
- Be safety conscious in all his work and behaviour and use compulsory personal protective equipment relevant for the work situation.
- Report any safety hazard and near miss to his immediate superior.
Participate in safety meetings and safety drills. - Carry out his duties according to the Emergency and Contingency Manual when needed.
- Be familiar with all relevant work- and safety procedures issued by Company and by the Operator, and promote the implementation of same.
- Ensure that all orders and instructions received verbally or in writing are fully understood and adhered to.
Administration Document Controller
Subsea7 Angola, Lda.
Luanda, Angola
04.2005 - 04.2010
- Maintain the technical documents and the correspondences for the project and departments using the Document Management System PRODOM in line with the company policy and procedures to assist the project and department management to maintain and locate any type of document required for the execution of work
- Receipt, control, register, distribute and store all the technical documents and correspondences, incoming and outgoing from and to the site or entity.
Administrative Assistant
Sociedade Jopab - Hotelaraia e Turismo, Lda.
Luanda, Angola
08.2002 - 03.2005
- Performs administrative and office support activities for multiple supervisors.
- Duties may include fielding telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, word processing, creating spreadsheets and presentations, filing, and faxing.
- Extensive software skills are required, as well as Internet research abilities and strong communication skills.
- Staff in this category also may have the title of department assistant, coordinator or associate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electromechanical Engineering
Universidade Oscar Ribas De Angola
Luanda/Angola11.2017
Bachelor of Science - International Relations and Affairs
Instituto Superior Politecnico Atlantida
Luanda/Angola 02.2012 - 11.2016
Certificate of Higher Education - Industrial Electricity Course
Instituto Medio Industrial De Luanda - Makarenko
Luanda/Angola 02.1999 - 11.2002
Skills
- Administrative, HSE
- Document Management System
- ABB Switchboards VFD's Drilling Drives
- ABB ACS6000 Thruster Drive
- Engine W16V32 and Caterpillar Engines
- NOV Equipment's
- Kongsberg Dynamic Positioning System, Jacking Systems
Languages
Kimbundu
Native
Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Beginner
Affiliations
- Writting, Learning new languages, Music.
- Technical skills and problem-solving ability, Openness to new experiences.
Certification
CompEX IEEX Knowledge (Training required)
Rigging and Slingging
H.U.E.T (STCW)
B.S.T (STCW)
HV/LV Course
ACS6000
Accomplishments
None.
References
References available upon request.
Custom
- Business understanding and involvement
- Good communication and relationship skills at all levels
- Self-motivated and very proactive and perseverant
- Able to perform and succeed under pressure
- Extensive knowledge of secretarial, public relations and administrative assistant jobs
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 01/29/83
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Chief Electrician
Transocean - Deep Water Skyros Drillship
02.2018 - 07.2025
Senior Electrician
Seadrill Angola, Lda. - West Gemini Drillship
07.2017 - 10.2017
Senior Rig Electrician
Seadrill Angola, Lda. - West Tucana Jack Up Rig
06.2016 - 05.2017
Rig Electrician
Seadrill Angola, Lda. - West Gemini Drillship
04.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - International Relations and Affairs
Instituto Superior Politecnico Atlantida
02.2012 - 11.2016
Roustabout
Seadrill Angola, Lda. - West Gemini Drillship
09.2011 - 03.2012
Administration Document Controller
Subsea7 Angola, Lda.
04.2005 - 04.2010
Administrative Assistant
Sociedade Jopab - Hotelaraia e Turismo, Lda.
08.2002 - 03.2005
Certificate of Higher Education - Industrial Electricity Course
Instituto Medio Industrial De Luanda - Makarenko
02.1999 - 11.2002
Bachelor of Science - Electromechanical Engineering
Universidade Oscar Ribas De Angola
Similar Profiles
Bradley PeltBradley Pelt
Floorhand at TransoceanFloorhand at Transocean
Daniel BryanDaniel Bryan
Assistant Driller at TransoceanAssistant Driller at Transocean
Nicole MunsonNicole Munson
Senior HR Business Partner at TransoceanSenior HR Business Partner at Transocean
Simiril LucambaSimiril Lucamba
Service & Operations Manager at St. Andrews English SchoolService & Operations Manager at St. Andrews English School
José Emidio Nascimento De OliveiraJosé Emidio Nascimento De Oliveira
Regional Facilities Operation Manager at SLB-Technical ServicesRegional Facilities Operation Manager at SLB-Technical Services