1. OSCAR EHIKIOYA EFOGHE
81 Samuel Ekunola Street, Off Ago Palace Way,
Okota, Isolo, Lagos, Nigeria
oscar.efoghe@gmail.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/oscar-efoghe-9b733244
08062970044, 08075882201
CAREER SUMMARY: Well experienced and qualified Power Plant Electrical Field
Service Engineer and power system Maintenance and with many years of solid experience
working on Gas, Diesel and Dual-fuel power plants and Steam Boilers for large scale
Industries. Specialize in Caterpillar (G3516, 3516, G3512, 3512, 3508) Cummins (QSK, QSX,
QSB, 6BT, NT, NTA), Olympian, F.G Wilson, MWM, JMG, Perkins and Mikano Generators.
Possess extensive knowledge of operation and maintenance of PLC S7 and Allen brandy,
SCADA such as; Siemens sematic HMI with P&ID and Beckhoff HMI panels. Calibration and
installation of Controllers such as; Cat EMCP, Cummins PCC, DeepSea power wizard and
WoodWard EasyGen. Also experienced in operation and maintenance of ATS panel,
Inverters, PPMC and UPS in GSM base transmission stations.
EDUCATION
The Polytechnic Ibadan 2015 (HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering) UPPER CREDIT
City and Guilds of London 2014 (Advanced Technician Diploma in Electrical Eng) MERIT
Auchi Polytechnic Auchi 2010 (National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Eng) LOWER CR
PERSONAL PROFILE: Marital Status: Single.
NYSC: Exempted
Languages: Very fluent in English, Yoruba and Edo.
Nationality: Nigerian, Relocation is Possible.
WORK EXPERIENCES
COMPANY: Cummins West Africa Limited (www.cumminsnigeria.com)
Position: Field Service Technician (Electrical) Duration: Oct 2015- Date
Responsibilities:
• Performs Calibration and Installation of controllers, ECM, AVR, solenoid valves and
HMI control panels on generators & other Cummins engine driven equipment.
• Performs load analysis, Complete Installation and Commissioning of new generators
from start to full operations.
• Installation of relays, MPU, speed sensors, level sensors, pressure sensor etc.
• Performs Troubleshooting of faults and diagnostics on customer’s generators.
• Vast in use of Cummins software (In-power and INSITE) and online tools (Cummins
quick serve online) for diagnostics, troubleshooting and calibration of Engines,
generators and power control devices.
• Overhauling and Lube servicing of customers generators.

2. COMPANY: Nigerian Breweries PLC (A Subsidiary of HEINEKEN BV).
C/O: TPN Nigeria Ltd (www.tpn-nigeria.com)
Position: Power Plant Operator Supervisor. Duration: Mar 2011-Date
Responsibilities:
• Shift Operation & maintenance of Automatic synchronized Caterpillar Diesel, Dual-fuel
(3x2MW, 400V, 2500KVA) and Gas generators (2x1.6MW, 11KV, 2000KVA), generating
8MW Capacity and Steam Boilers (500kw, 6tonnes).
• Continuous monitoring and hourly checks and recording of gensets operational
parameters such as; energy and fuel consumption, KW loads, gas pressure, fuel tanks
level, water & oil level, engines sound, temperature, pressure, leakages etc and priority
switching of Generators base on load demands.
• Performs diagnostics, troubleshooting, Cylinder cut-out Testing, entering of injector codes
and check on engine’s performance with use of computer software (Caterpillar ET).
• Performs routine maintenance and breakdown Maintenance of Caterpillar 3516 diesel &
gas generator sets, steam boilers and its auxiliaries and ensure that all standby engines
are in operable condition.
• Monitoring of Flue Gas Valve, Feed Water level and pressure of the steam boilers.
• Performs Major & Minor Overhaul, Valve lash setting of generator with team of
expatriate and Nigerian Engineers
• Installation and maintenance of various Electrical devices, such as HV &LV relays,
transformers, Electric Motors, Frequency converters, Circuit Breakers, Control Panels,
PLC, AVR, Sensors, Flow meters and Level Switches.
• Programming & installation of Digital Voltage Regulator (AVR or CDVR) & Rectifiers
• Performs Operation & Maintenance of Siemens S7 PLC, Simatic HMI (touch screen),
Woodward EasyGen, Beckhoff Dual-fuel HMI and CAT EMCPcontrol panels.
AS SUPERVISOR:
• Decision making and overall coordination of the operational activities (regular start-up,
shut-down of some equipments) according to the specific situation together with the
Operations manager and field operators as per services agreement and contract.
• Ensure the accomplishment of the Predictive and Preventive maintenance plans and also
ensures that all standby engines are in operable condition & failures of any equipment are
thoroughly investigated to avoid recurrence.
• Maintains good relationships with the customer to manage the accommodation of the
personnel (Expatriates & Nationals) coming in & out of the site as required.
• Manage Spare Parts inventory, custody of hand tools, parts & facilities. Ensure proper
arrangement of the Spare parts room.
• Ensures that Daily, weekly and Monthly activities and situation reports are accurate,
concise and sent on time to all required parties.
• Submits Work Orders, Permits & Monthly Consumables, Technical Reports, Safety
Toolbox Meetings and any HSE documentation that may be requested.
Current Achievement:
• Generated power for Nigerian Breweries plc for over 4yrs without unplanned
power outage or complete blackout. (August 2012- October 2016).
• Saved maintenance cost by attaining over 3500 Running Hours for Cat fuel filters
with regular fuel/water separator maintenance and frequent fuel testing.
• Increased gensets reliability & availability to 99% by reducing downtime.

3. TRAININGS RECEIVED:
1. Operation And Maintenance of Caterpillar Gas Engine, Control system, Steam Boiler and
Dual Fuel Generator (CERTIFICATE)
Date: 14th
- 18th
September 2015. Trainer: Jan Mulder. (Trainer, Topec Netherland)
2. Generator commissioning, troubleshooting and field service
Date: 10th
Oct- 18th
Nov 2016. Trainers: Rotimi, Shamsudeen (DFSE CWAL)
3. Power plant Operation. (CERTIFICATE)
Date: 16th
– 17th
May 2013 Trainer: Arjan de Bood. (Trainer, Topec Netherland).
4. Generators Basic Electrical Training & Troubleshooting (BETT) & INSITE (Certificate)
Date: 17th
-21st
October 2016. Trainer: Glory Tom (Training Administrator CWAL)
5. Industrial Automation & Instrumentation. (5 months Theory & Practical Training)
Date: 10th
July – 10th
December 2013 Trainer: MOA Engineering Institute, Ibadan.
6. Safety Practice in Power Plant and Production Environment (3 Days Training)
Date: 15th
–17th
June 2016. Trainer: Mr. Giwa (Safety Officer, N.B PLC).
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Ability to troubleshoot alone or with other engineers effectively.
• Handles and uses electrical repair tools and equipments such as; Multi-meters, pliers,
cable strippers, screw drivers, spanners, grinding & drilling machines.
• Ability to interpret all Wiring and P&ID diagrams and also performs repairs and
maintenance of motors, transformers, generators, electronic appliances & circuits,
Alternators, Electric Motors, Control panels & other electrical system.
• Performs all kinds of cable work including wiring, making new lines & terminations.
COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE
• Proficient in Microsoft office: word, excels, power point and outlook.
• C++, Basic 2D AUTO CAD, Corel draw and Basic programming.
• Internet Browsing, printing, scanning and computer troubleshooting.
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PERSONAL PROFILE
• “Can do” mindset, ability to supervise, teach, train and impact knowledge on others
• Ability to learn fast, work under pressure and handles emergency positively.
• Effective communication, highly technical, logical and problem solving skills.
• Good team player with strong analytical mind. Honesty and integrity.
REFERENCES: 1. Mr. Daniel Omonkhegbe. (08023019471)
MD, Danico Technical company ltd, 12, Hassan Street, ILasamaja, Lagos
2. Mr Gilbert Efoghe. (08065307157)
MD Saint Collins Technical company, Hassan street, Ilassamaja, Lagos
3. Mrs Evelyn Ogbomon.
SUBEBCivil servant, Edo state 07069407168.