Chinedu Omeh Emeanuwa has over 10 years of experience as a maintenance engineer and BOP specialist. He has a proven track record of reducing equipment downtime through preventative maintenance and reliability analysis. He is skilled in project management, maintenance planning, and safety and regulatory compliance. He has worked extensively in West Africa and other regions for companies like Saipem and Transocean.

1. CHINEDU OMEH EMEANUWA
+234 (0) 803 414 8580, ned.omeh@gmail.com
Maintenance Engineer/Blow Out Preventer (BOPs) and Well Control Equipment Specialist
Well trained and highly experienced in operational efficiency optimization via proactive job planning, simulation, monitoring,
quality control and quality assurance practices.
Performance Summary
Over 10 years’ experience in equipment/process downtime prevention through timely preventive maintenance (hands-
on/supervisory), reliability analysis of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), project management planning, control/monitoring and
financial optimization through budgeting.
Hence I pride myself in efficient utilization of resources with no hurt or harm to personnel, environment and no damage to
equipment. It will be a pleasure to bring my quick learning abilities, adaptability, eye for details, a wide spectrum of
offshore/onshore work exposure, OEM trainings and warm personality to add to your team of multi-cultural professionals, having
worked in various countries for multinationals such as Saipem, Transocean etc.
SKILLS
ON-THE-JOB KNOWLEDGE
Human / Project management
Control systems subject matter expert
Knowledgeable in facility management
Plan, schedule, and assure timely completion of work using microsoft project
Strong knowledge of BOPs electro-hydraulic control systems (troubleshooting and repairs)
Excellent knowledge of industry codes and standards, such as ASME and API
Experienced with API pumps, ANSI pumps, Hot Oil Heater & HVAC systems.
Work well in multi-national and multi-cultural project teams
PERSONALITY
Team player with ability to work independently
Innovative problem solver with sound mechanical aptitude
Excellent communication abilities (both oral and written)
Superb technical report writing and presentation
Foster and maintain customer/client relationship
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft word, excel and power point
Microsoft project/Primavera
AutoCAD, ASPEN HYSYS and PDMS proficient
WORK HISTORY
SUBSEA AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LTD, (STS) Jan 2015 till date
Subsea / Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
Reduced end of trip/pre-mobilization maintenance time by half through proactive planning, scheduling, responsible resource
allocation and improved team work
Saved cost via efficient utilization of resource capacity
Mentored and managed a team of professionals with various levels of experience
Worked on flexible schedule and spent extended periods on field
Achieved zero LTI/downtime for my team through effective QHSE compliance
Maintained all drill bits and completion tools in ready-to-go condition
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
(A) WELL SITE
 Deploy the BOP stack subsea and latch onto wellhead
 Service and nipple up the wellhead
 Routine function and pressure test the BOPS in accordance with API RP53 sec.6.5.3.1
 Provide field and/or office support for operations
 Well site control system operation, monitoring and repairs
 Perform pre and post job testing of equipment

2.  Maintain the Blow Out Preventer (BOP), Diverter, and associated surface and subsea equipment in accordance with
the Rig Maintenance System (RMS)
 Schedule maintenance jobs and work orders such that routine planned maintenance falls within equipment operation
off-time, hence optimizing overall process efficiency
 Monitor and track equipment’s Key Performance Indicators such as TOTAL MAINTENANCE COST, MTBF, etc, hence
make recommendation to replace or keep equipment.
 Equipment down-time prevention management by tracking maintenance history, OEM’S preventive maintenance
recommendation and updating equipment technical data sheet.
 Ensure Equipment maintenance record meets regulatory body’s recommendations, such as API’s yearly, two yearly,
five yearly etc.
 Disassemble, inspect, maintain, reassemble and test drilling tools.
(B) OFFICE / SHOP
 Liaise with supply chain/OEM to ensure adequate spare parts are available for maintenance purposes.
 perform failure analysis and proffer recommendations for failed equipment
 Manage multiple projects and associated budgets, schedules and resources.
 Prepare and interpret schematics, drawings, layouts and other visual aids.
 Prepares engineering analysis for small/routine projects to include: preliminary design, calculation, life cycle cost and
equipment selection.
 Assist upper level engineers as directed while developing specialized engineering skills.
 Ensure that HSE procedures and regulations are followed to achieve ZERO LTI and without any damage to property
and environment
TRANSOCEAN OFFSHORE INC (TRANSOCEAN NIGERIA LTD)
Subsea/Maintenance Engineer Jan 2012 – Jan 2015
Deepwater Discovery Drillship
Nigeria
Subsea Equipment:
Cameron TL, 15M, 18 ¾ with ST lock,10M Cameron DL Annular, 15M Vetco SHD H4 Wellhead Connector, Axon BOP control
system; 200k Shaffer Riser Tensioning System with Riser Recoil System; Shaffer Crown-mounted Compensator; 90 ft Vetco HMF
Risers, ABB 5K HPU, Hydril FS21Diverter System, Kelly, kelly valves, and safety
Valves, IBOPs, high pressure air compressors, Gantry cranes, Air winches, Rotary pumps, pressure test pumps, various fishing tools,
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
Managed complex BOPs operations, integrating quality and speed with perfect safety record
Saved rig time and cost by reducing the duration of end of well maintenance time via effective application of project
management principles
Fostered and maintained excellent client/customer relationship
Mentored subordinates in a manner that instilled confidence and ability to take responsibility
Conducted root-cause investigations on failed equipment
Performed high pressure test (up to 10,000 psi)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 Plan, schedule and coordinate all maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner
 Budgeting and capital expenditures planning, analysis, presentation and implementation upon approval
 Install, monitor, maintain the Blow Out Preventer (BOP), Diverter, and associated surface and subsea equipment in
accordance with the Rig Maintenance System (RMS)
 Perform weekly BOP function in compliance to API recommended practices (API RP 53 sec 6.5.3.1.1)
 Conduct BOPs pressure test (up to 10,000 psi) in intervals of 14 - 21 days according to API RP53, sec 6.5.3.4
 Maintain and perform high pressure test (up to 10,000 psi)on choke and kill manifold valves
 Schedule periodic (daily, weekly, monthly, yearly, etc.) maintenance jobs and work orders such that planned
maintenance falls within equipment operational off-time, hence optimizing overall process efficiency and productivity
 Equipment down-time prevention management by tracking maintenance history, OEM’S preventive maintenance
recommendation and updating equipment technical data sheet.
 Monitor certification to ensure equipment maintenance record meets regulatory body’s recommendations, such as
API’s yearly, two yearly, five yearly etc.
 Conduct failure analysis and provide recommendations for failed equipment.
Ensure that designs meet local and international standards and specifications like API, ASME etc, hence and meet
safety, maintenance, and schedule requirements of the company.
 Prepare rotating equipment data sheets and review existing data sheets.
Troubleshoot any technical problems of all compressors, pumps and other rotating equipment

3.  Liaise with vendors to verify materials specifications for new rotating equipment prior to delivery of new supplies.
 Mentor and progressively monitor subordinates.
 Supervise execution of scheduled job orders.
 Enforce QHSE policies and procedures for all subordinates.
 Preventive and breakdown maintenance of choke manifold Valves (15,000 psi pressure rated Valves).
 High pressure test of the choke and kill manifold Valves (15,000 psi pressure valves).
 Conduct valve failure investigations.
 Review and approve valve maintenance/ repair procedures and valve status tracking
 Ensure that the riser pipe system is serviced and pressure tested as required.
 Continuous monitoring of surface equipment...CMC, tensioner pressures and adjust pressures as required by mud weight
in use on drill mode.
 Ensure adequate supply of spares is maintained to fulfill maintenance requirements and facilitate safe and efficient
operation.
Roving Maintenance /Subsea Supervisor Sep. 2010 – Jan. 2012
Well Control Equipment Maintenance Team
Gulf Of Guinea and Africa
Rigs covered:
Sedco 702 (Cameron U BOP stack with Hydril mux control system);
The Marianas (complete Hydril BOP stack and control system);
Sedneth 701 (Shaffer SLX BOP stack with hydraulic control system),
GSF Jack Ryan (Cameron TL stack with Mark II control Pod).
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
Worked on flexible schedule and spent extended periods on field
Managed simultaneous operations, going from one site to another
Ensured all my rigs were API compliant in all certification all the time
Undertook work-related long trips and successfully completed several OEM courses
Improved on my project management knowledge and skills
Performed turnaround maintenance on the BOPs
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Review equipment tracking system and analyze KPIs to determine when to replace vital pieces of equipment.
Servicing, repairs and tracking of BOPs and other well control equipment
In-between-well (IBW) maintenance and downtime prevention
Review Rig equipment maintenance reporting system to ascertain equipment due for periodic maintenance.
Maintenance scheduling and monitoring
BOP fluid analysis (QA/QC)
Monitor equipment certifications
Mentoring and coaching of subordinates
Assistant Subsea Supervisor (Accelerated Rig Trainee, A.R.T) Feb.2009 – Oct. 2010
Transocean’s GSF Jack Ryan Drillship
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintenance of compressors and pumps
Periodic inventory of all subsea equipment including spares
Daily check on subsea equipment such the Marine Riser Tensioner, crown- mounted compensator (CMC), HPU etc.
Assisting with every on-going subsea activity
Major Tasks Accomplished
 Assisted in Stripping, inspection and re-building of BOP bonnets (Cameron TL with ST-Locks)
 Stripping and re-building of solenoid valves, SPMs etc.
 Assisted in Changing out wellhead connector (Vetco Super HD 4)
 Assisted in Changing out compensator piston and rod assemblies (Shipyard)
Rotating Equipment Technician June 2005 – Jan. 2009
SAIPEM NIG LTD, POTRHARCOURT

4.  Maintain and repair Centrifugal Fans, Axial Fans, Centrifugal Pumps, Multistage Barrel Pumps, Mechanical Seal Systems,
Lubrication Systems, Blowers.
 Drill tools servicing and maintenance.
Rotating Equipment Intern Jan 2002 – Jan 2013 (Internship)
SAIPEM NIG LTD, POTRHARCOURT
 Maintain and repair Centrifugal Fans, Axial Fans, Centrifugal Pumps, Multistage Barrel Pumps, mechanical Seal Systems,
Lubrication Systems, Blowers.
EDUCATION
Lloyd Register (Moduspec) subsea engineer training program 2012/13 Houston, USA
GE Mechanical Equipment course 2013 Houston, USA
Rotating equipment engineer certificate course 2006 PortHarcourt, Nigeria
Drill tools engineer’s training course 2009 Lagos, Nigeria
B. Eng. (Mechanical Engineering) 2005 Owerri, Nigeria
Federal University of Technology, Owerri
COURSES AND TRAININGS
GE (Hydril) Basic hydraulics Houston, USA
GE (Hydril) mux control system Houston,
GE (Hydril) advance hydraulics Houston, USA
GE (Hydril) Mux pod care and maintenance Houston, USA
Cameron Hydraulic Technician (HT) Houston, USA
BOP Equipment Seminar (MODUSPEC) Aberdeen, Scotland
Certification in pipeline and valve inspection and maintenance Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Subsea Competency Assessment Programme Deepwater Discovery, Nigeria
ON-THE-JOB TRAINING (IN – HOUSE TRAINING)
Rotating equipment maintenance strategies and standards
Rotating Equipment Engineering Standards (API)
Oil and Vibration analysis level 1
Subsea equipment OJT
Subsea engineer training
Job Risk Assessment
High Pressure Testing Awareness
Dynamic Positioning Familiarization
Pathogens
CERTIFICATIONS
Valid IADC supervisor’s level well control
Valid Tropical BOSSIET
First Aider
Fire Fighting
COUNTRIES OF OPERATION
Spain (Grand Canary Island) …… Turn around maintenance project
Equatorial Guinea ……… Shipyard Maintenance project on Drillship thrusters and RAM BOPs
Congo (Pointe Noire) ………. BOP Pre-contract survey / servicing.
Ghana ...……… Normal drilling activities
Nigeria ………… Assigned to various rigs over several years
REFERENCES: Excellent references available on request.