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Education
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Certification
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Oluwafemi Balogun

Glasgow,United Kingdom

Summary

Enthusiastic and highly energetic Electrical Professional with 15 years of experience providing installation and maintenance services for commercial clients. Exceptional knowledge of electrical safety standards and regulations, ability to interpret blueprints, and develop processes and procedures for junior employees. Great communicator that can establish rapport and mentor teams to deliver unparalleled on-time, under-budget service that exceeds clients’ expectations, and strategic thinking. Demonstrates exceptional skills in team leadership, stakeholder engagement, and crisis management. Known for outstanding communication abilities and cultural awareness, ensuring effective interpersonal communication across diverse teams.







Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Technologist in Electrical Engineering

Osun State University
Osun State, Nigeria
03.2012 - 09.2023
  • Implemented data security measures, safeguarding sensitive information.
  • Coordinated product launches, meeting project deadlines.
  • Designed customized user interfaces for enhanced usability and accessibility.
  • Supervising students Electrical project.
  • Taking students to site in an ongoing project building in the university and its environs.
  • Implemented cutting-edge technologies leading to company's digital transformation
  • Maintenance of the equipment in all the department in the university.
  • Electrical wiring and installations in the university.
  • Maintenance of 1Kva, 2Kva, - 5Kva transformer in the University.
  • Teaching students on to wire one bedroom, two bedroom, three bedroom and complex.
  • Monitored system health using advanced diagnostic tools to prevent malfunctions.
  • Created technical documentation to support end-user training.
  • Collaborated on infrastructure projects and service requests with external vendors and internal groups.
  • Evaluated hardware, mouses and keyboards to determine performance.
  • Carried out new hardware installations and updates, keeping systems functional and secure.

Maintenance Electrician

Hope for Family Development Innitiative
Osogbo, Nigeria
01.2008 - 02.2012
  • Maintained detailed records of all installations, repairs and inspections conducted.
  • Tested newly installed systems with a focus on ensuring safety and functionality.
  • Installed complex electrical systems for improved performance.
  • Ordered necessary supplies and parts, keeping inventory levels optimum at all times.
  • Completed projects within set deadlines which ensured seamless workflow in the organisation.
  • Performed repairs to ensure minimal disruption to operations.
  • Kept up-to-date with new technologies, incorporating them into work where suitable.
  • Collaborated effectively with other tradesmen for successful project completion.
  • Followed blueprints accurately whilst installing new electrical components thereby ensuring their proper functioning.
  • Carried out preventative maintenance tasks, resulting in less downtime.
  • Devised solutions for complicated electrical problems, leading to increased productivity.
  • Attended site surveys and advised on [Area of expertise].
  • Completed routine inspections with a focus on identifying potential issues.
  • Updated outdated wiring systems to meet current industrial standards.
  • Conducted training sessions for junior electricians fostering skill development.
  • Worked on high voltage equipment for the purpose of maintaining reliability.
  • Provided after-hours support to ensure continuous operation of critical systems.
  • Calibrated electrical systems for quality and safety.
  • Wore protective clothing to maintain safe working environments.
  • Observed changes in recognised codes of practice to meet compliance standards.
  • Applied crimp and solder techniques to securely splice cables.
  • Tested function and output of diverse electronic units.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Electronic Engineering

Adeleke University, Ede
Nigeria
09.2020 - 06.2023

Skills

  • Switching and routing
  • Deadline orientated
  • Firewalls and security
  • Outstanding communicator
  • Team Leadership
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Cultural awareness
  • Customer Service
  • Quality Assurance
  • Inventory management
  • Project Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Inventory control
  • Crisis management
  • Risk Management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Customer service expert
  • Strategic thinking
  • Staff education and training

Accomplishments

Best staff of the year

Languages

English
Fluent

Certification

- Higher National Diploma In Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Upper Credit) 2013

- National Diploma In Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Lower Credit) 2005

- Nigerian Association of Technologist in Engineering (NATE) 2018

- Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) 2020.

- I.T. Essentials Hardware and Software (OAU, Ile-Ife) 2006

- Intermediate Course on ICT in Teaching(Osun State College Of Education, Ilesa) 2006

- Computer Engineering (Michfad Technologies, Ilesa.) 2006

- Diploma in Computer Study (Genius computer Centre, Ilesa.) 2000

- AUTOCAD (NIEEE, Osun State University.) 2017

- Advanced Digital Appreciation Programme for Tertiary Institutions 2018


References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical Electronic Engineering

Adeleke University, Ede
09.2020 - 06.2023

Technologist in Electrical Engineering

Osun State University
03.2012 - 09.2023

Maintenance Electrician

Hope for Family Development Innitiative
01.2008 - 02.2012
Oluwafemi Balogun