Olushina phiip Akande
Newport,Wales
Summary
Determined professional with solid foundation in electrical systems and maintenance protocols, coupled with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Proficient in diagnosing faults and implementing timely solutions while ensuring safety standards. Ready to drive operational efficiency and minimise downtime through reliable maintenance practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Electrical maintenance engineer
Next Distribution
Bristol
11.2024 - Current
- Kept up to date with latest industry developments for continuous improvement in role's effectiveness.
- Developed a troubleshooting protocol that decreased fault resolution time by 25%, enhancing operational efficiency
- Maintained detailed records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Executed preventive maintenance schedules to increase equipment longevity.
- Diagnosed and rectified electrical faults, minimising downtime and optimising system performance.
Automation, control, and electrical technician
BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO
10.2018 - 09.2023
- Lead system modifications and automation upgrades, improving production reliability
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize automation processes and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards
- Developed a circuit design that reduced production costs by 20%, leading to a $10,000 reduction in manufacturing expenses.
- Performed troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of electrical and automation systems, ensuring optimal manufacturing operations
- Worked with Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs software's to diagnose faults, reducing machine downtime and enhancing efficiency
Electrical / automation technician
NIGERIAN BOTTLING COMPANY LTD
Lagos
07.2011 - 10.2018
- Installed, maintained, and repaired automation machinery for optimal performance.
- Reduced machine downtime by diligently maintaining and repairing automation equipment.
- Optimised productivity by troubleshooting complex mechanical issues swiftly and effectively.
- Write and maintain program backups and software for all equipment in the plant to ensure seamless operation and quick recovery from system failures
- Ensured availability and proper management of spare parts required for maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime
Education
MSc - electronics and information technology
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES
Cardiff 09.2023 - 10.2024
HND - electrical engineering
OSUN STATE COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY, ESA-OKE
08.2012 - 09.2014
ND - electrical and electronics engineering
THE POLYTECHNIC IBADAN
Nigeria 08.2005 - 09.2007
Senior secondary school certificate - undefined
OJO HIGH SCHOOL
OJO, LAGOSSkills
- Electrical troubleshooting & maintenance
- PLC programming (Siemens, Allen Bradley)
- SCADA system monitoring & control
- Industrial automation & process optimization
- Preventive & corrective maintenance
- Production team leadership
- Equipment modification & upgrades
- Health & safety compliance (HSE)
- Efficient time management
- Knowledge of electrical codes
- Electrical installations
- Industrial manufacturing maintenance
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CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
- Advance STEP7, Win cc, and Profibus system, 2018, Automation engineering academy, Ibadan
- Competency Certificate in automation engineering, 2017, Applied engineering and technology Initiative Ltd, Lagos, Nigeria
- Level 3 IVQ Technician Diploma in Electrical engineering theory | 2011
- Technical Training Certificate – Electromechanical, 2011, Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company, Ikeja
Languages
English
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Electrical maintenance engineer
Next Distribution
11.2024 - Current
MSc - electronics and information technology
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES
09.2023 - 10.2024
Automation, control, and electrical technician
BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO
10.2018 - 09.2023
HND - electrical engineering
OSUN STATE COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY, ESA-OKE
08.2012 - 09.2014
Electrical / automation technician
NIGERIAN BOTTLING COMPANY LTD
07.2011 - 10.2018
ND - electrical and electronics engineering
THE POLYTECHNIC IBADAN
08.2005 - 09.2007
Senior secondary school certificate - undefined
OJO HIGH SCHOOL
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