Lawrence Osawe
Kitchener,Ontario
Summary
A manufacturing professional of over 12 years with a track record of engineering management and major utility project accomplishments across the leading manufacturing companies in Nigeria and globally. I am passionate about working within growth focused businesses and team that leverage on best-in-class engineering and fit-to-compete supply chain team that leverages people capability; best-in-class manufacturing processes, systems and technology to respond to consumer demands for quality products; innovative products, and best-price option products.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utility and Facility Manager
Pladis Global, A&P Foods LTD
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Management of Plant Utilities: power; HVAC, industrial boilers, air compressors and facilities related to plant operations
- Project Manager for Utilities and Facilities projects
- Team and capability development with clear KPI which resulted in improvement in best practices and machines OEE
- Mentor/Train associated personnel
- Project lead(utilities) for the successful reactivation of the Savory Biscuits line in a GBP 1.0M growth CAPEX.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Monitored electricity, gas and water systems for proper function to minimize costs.
- Ordered, maintained and distributed supplies and inventory.
- Established and maintained relationships with external vendors for prompt restocking of needed items and supplies.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to obtain favourable and cost-effective terms and conditions.
- Oversaw building automation system and monitored HVAC, security and audio-visual systems, maintaining the functionality of the equipment
- Created and implemented operational policies, processes and procedures to keep facilities running smoothly.
- Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment.
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors to arrange services and repairs to be completed on time and to desired quality levels.
- Prepared reports and schedules with accuracy.
Utility Projects Manager
Cormat Nigeria LTD, TGI
01.2017 - 02.2021
- Worked directly with stakeholders (processing factories, QHSE, clients, management) to achieve targeted Projected Profit Margins and KPI's
- Achieved 98% Machine Availability and Reliability by Implementing
- Reliability Centered Maintenance Strategies
- Led a culture of accuracy and integrity in engineering data management
- Provided daily and medium time direction to the utility team in-line with the site’s priorities
- ACHIEVEMENTS
- Project Team Lead (Electrical) in Cabling, Installation and commissioning of Refrigeration plant: GEA piston compressors, Cold Room C Project
Project Manager
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Installation and Commissioning of Atlas Copco
- GA55VSD Air Compressors.
Project Manager
Fuel, Trane
03.2018 - 04.2018
- Installation of 2xRTAF 145 SE SN
Project Manager
12.2017 - 02.2018
- Electrical) for the GEA Plant Extension; Addition of 2x
- Piston Compressors with 4 Cold Users., Electrical) for the Cabling and Installation of
Assistant Utility Manager
Chi Farms, TGI Group
05.2014 - 12.2016
- Managing Plant Power and Utilities such as Jenbacher Gas Engines
- Diesel Generator Engine, Boilers, Chillers, Air Compressors, WTP etc
- Troubleshooting of Electrical Faults on Equipment and Circuitry
- Implemented process improvements practices working with the operations team to achieve ninety-eight percent plant availability for the customer by implementing effective load shedding and quick start up of generating sets
- Research to proffer solutions to electrical and mechanical issues through optimal means
- Verifying and testing quality of pumps, valve controls in manufacturing and maintenance environment Operation and maintenance of 4.2 MW captive Power Plant (Jenbacher and CAT 3516B).
Electrical Maintenance Team Member
Wartsila Nigeria
11.2010 - 04.2014
- Maintenance of 6x18V50DF Generators and it's Auxiliaries
- Troubleshooting and Preventive, Proactive, Routine/Scheduled and corrective maintenances on Electrical circuitry, LV and MV Switchgears and Breakers, Electrical Motors, Alternators, DC Power Bank, Electro pneumatic devices, Air compressors, Sensors, Transducers, Alfa Laval
- Lube Oil Separators
- Report writing to superiors on faults and recommendations.
- Demonstrated understanding of occupation-specific electrical safety standards and procedures.
- Installed control and distribution apparatus such as switches, outlets, relays and circuit-breaker panels.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Project Management
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ONHigher National Diploma - Electrical Power and Machines
Yaba College of Technology
OND - Electrical/Electronics Engineering
Yaba College of Technology
Lagos, NigeriaSkills
- Project Management
- Communication skills
- Engineering Operations Management
- Plant Energy Strategy
- Contracts and Negotiations
- Team Member Motivation
- Customer Satisfaction
- ROI Analysis
- Database Development
- Project Leadership
- Critical Thinking Abilities
- Operational Management
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Project Maintenance
- Performance Improvement
- Performance Appraisal
- Constructive Feedback
- Customer Feedback
- Operational Support
- Schematic Drawing
- Team Support
- Project Safety
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Team Meetings
- Safety Protocols
- Technical Support
- Wiring Schematics
- Electrical Engineering
- Sketch Drawings
- Manufacturing Operations
- Installation Inspection
Certification
Courses Project Management, MS Project & AutoCAD 2D MAY 2021
Essential Management Skills (International Business Management Institute) OCTOBER 2020
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB APMG) SEPTEMBER 2019
Reliability Centered Maintenance (AETI) SEPTEMBER2018
Certificate of Participation, The Nigerian Energy Support Programme AUGUST 2017
German Dual Vocational Trainer in Industrial Electronics AUGUST 2016
Certificate for Basic and Intermediate levels in Danfoss FC 300 Basic, Danfoss FC 300 Advanced OCTOBER 2015
Wartsila Land and Sea Academy Training Certificate in Engine W50DF Operation Intermediate Internal Course APRIL 2012
Timeline
Utility and Facility Manager
Pladis Global, A&P Foods LTD
02.2021 - 12.2022
Project Manager
08.2018 - 11.2018
Project Manager
Fuel, Trane
03.2018 - 04.2018
Project Manager
12.2017 - 02.2018
Utility Projects Manager
Cormat Nigeria LTD, TGI
01.2017 - 02.2021
Assistant Utility Manager
Chi Farms, TGI Group
05.2014 - 12.2016
Electrical Maintenance Team Member
Wartsila Nigeria
11.2010 - 04.2014
Post Graduate Diploma - Project Management
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Higher National Diploma - Electrical Power and Machines
Yaba College of Technology
OND - Electrical/Electronics Engineering
Yaba College of Technology
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