MOHAMED MOHAMED ABD ELAZIZ ELDEEB
Plant inspector.
Certified (API 510,API 570, CWI, Coating Inspector SSPC, and ASNT level II NDT).
C A R E E R O B J E C T I V E
 A position with job stability which offers good advancement & effective utilization of knowledge, work-related
experience, acquired capabilities and with the opportunity for professional growth in a useful and successful
productive manner with the support of my superiors.
C O N T A C T I N F O R M A T I O N
 Birth Date: 04 April 1984.
 Religion: Muslim.
 Number of Dependents: 2.
 Military Status: Exempt final
 Gender: Male.
 Nationality: Egyptian.
 Marital Status: Married
 Arabic: Mother Tongue.
E D U C A T I O N
 Faculty of Science Geochemistry Department May 2006 with General Grade Good.
C E R T I F I C A T I O N
 Authorized piping inspector (API 570)(Cert No. 67069).
 Authorized pressure vessel inspector (API 510) (Cert No. 68715).
 Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) (Cert No. 13071881).
 Certified coating inspector (SSPC) level II. (Cert No. 76620).
 Certified NDT inspector (ASNT) level II.
 Visual Testing ASNT level II according to SNT-TC-1A.
 Ultrasonic testing ASNT level II according to SNT-TC-1A.
 Radio Graphic testing ASNT level II according to SNT-TC-1A.
 Dye Penetrate testing ASNT level II according to SNT-TC-1A.
 Magnetic Particles testing ASNT level II according to SNT-TC-1A.
O T H E R C E R T I F I C A T I O N S & T R A I N I N G
 Radiation protection course, From (NIS) (National institute of standards)
 Lifting operations authority (level 1).
 Work permits, risk assessment, energy isolation, lifting operations, performing authority.
 Control of work (COW).
 Perform all risk assessment required for any job.
 Radiation safety awareness.
 Basic Fire Fighting, Sea Survival & Offshore Safety Training, Helicopter Survival Course and First Aid Course.
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E X P E R I E N C E
 Petromaint Company (1/2016 until Now).
 Current Position: Plant Inspector
 Client: KHALDA & APACHE Petroleum Company
Job Duties/Responsibilities as (plant inspector):
 Inspects and assesses the condition of process plant equipment at the required frequency, in accordance with the
company’s procedure and code requirements.
 Perform all internal, on-stream, and external inspection activities for stationary equipment, piping systems
mechanisms, corrosion monitoring and investigation of failures to establish inspection frequencies and/or
corrective actions to prevent recurrences, above ground tanks, and pressure relieving devices … etc.,
 Direct, advice and instruct NDT technicians in the recommends of specific examination and performance of
routine duties, evaluate inspection and NDT results and prepare reports with recommendation regarding
potential repairs, fitness for service and anticipated equipment residual life.
 Review and update all inspection procedures and intervals after each significant change that affects the damage
mechanism detectability and propagation, approved by third party.
 Prepare required procedures for inspection of piping, pressure vessels, tanks, heaters, air coolers…etc.
 Prepare technical reports and documentation of inspected items.
 Carry out ultrasonic thickness measurement of piping and equipment according to approved procedures.
 Calculate long and short term corrosion rate, remaining life, and inspection interval and calculate the minimum
required thickness for vessels head, shell and piping.
 Responsible for the support of Company safety, environment and Quality policies and programs perform
specific duties and responsibilities related to his job as spelled out in Management system documentation,
policies, procedures, local documentation, Management System Manual, Safety Manual and other related
documents.
 Responsible for review and establishment of welding procedures specification (WPS), Qualification of the WPS
and welders in accordance to codes, standard and specs performing.
 Witnessing maintenance repairs and supervised different steps of repairs associated with different types of
pressure vessels, heaters, piping, storage tanks and columns.
 Witnessing pneumatic and hydro tests for different types of Separators, Heaters, Tube bundles, piping loops and
Tanks.
 Analyzing all inspection data and compare it with the previous inspection findings and update the status of each
equipment and modify the inspection interval if required
 PROJECTS AS PLANT INSPECTOR:
 For new constructions.
 Oil Process at 33 areas contains (two separator, three tanks, one skimmer, one heater, and piping system).
 New shipping line from AG area to RZK area.
 New compressor area for gas plant.
 Replacement approximately 25KM from 24"dahshourgas line.
 Replacement all corroded spools in gas plant & process area.
 For in-services inspection.
 A/G Gas plant, A/G oil process, RZK oil process, 30 trunk lines, 4 shippinglines, more than 100 wells flow lines
and 15 manifolds)and Install a new stabilizer re-boiler.
 Carry out PEC, INCO test and LIXI for insulated lines at gas plant area.
 Internal and External inspection to for vessels and tanks (Storage tanks, salt bath heater, separators, KOD,
fractionators, well stream heaters).
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 Create inspection plans for all in-services equipment's.
 Gas plant (tanks, pressure vessels, piping systems…).
 Oil process (tanks, pressure vessels, piping systems…)
 Flow lines wells (gas, oil, and water), shipping lines, trunk lines…)
 Quality Control Company (07/2009 to 1 /2016)
 Current Position: Welding Inspector & Painting Inspector.
 Client: KHALDA & APACHE Petroleum Company
Job Duties/Responsibilities as (welding inspector):
 Preparation of the quality control documents of the project including procedures, certificates, plans, and
schedules for the welding and construction activities of piping.
 Participate for establishment of welding procedures specification (WPS), procedure qualification record (PQR)
and the welders' qualification test in according of codes, standards, and specifications.
 Performing visual inspection, dimension check, fabrication and erection pipe spools and tanks. Also, controls the
welding process. Controlling the welding activities and repair percentage Preparing the punch lists and handover
packages documents
 Carry out on-stream condition monitoring of operating plants, oil process and QA/QC of all maintenance
activities and project work to ensure safe and reliable operations.
 Reviewing WPS, Conducting PQR & WPQ as per ASME IX, ASME B 31.3, and API 1104.
 Ensure safety arrangements are in place during test and inspection.
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 Conducting tool-box talks for welders, fitters, and foremen and explaining the importance of material
handling, welding parameters, consumable baking, Preservation of material and causes of corros ion during
construction, preservation.
 Check fit-up of welding joints before welding, Follow up welding processes during the welding.
 Interpretation for RT films.
 Set up a number system for the welds, and maintain weld history records, isometrics containing weld numbers
and welders identification. Ensure welders are working with qualified to the applicable WPS.
 Maintaining Non-conformance register, NCR disposition, root cause analysis & ensure timely close-out.
Job Duties/Responsibilities as (Painting inspector):
 Ensured the proper use of inspection instruments in accordance with the Inspection Quality Manual.
 Monitored the work and implemented all procedures of the corporate procedural manuals.
 Performed regular inspection on the equipment’s used in the facility to ensure their proper use and maintenance.
 Analysed the process and recommended any safety measures if required in the facility.
 Inspected the surface of the coating work in compliance with the Inspection Quality Manual at the hold point.
 Provide unbiased reports and a third party paint inspection.
 Verify that all surfaces are in suitable conditions for painting.
 Report all surface defects to consultant and owner at the prep stage, intermediate coat and final finish
 Surface acceptance and substrate testing for painting
 Review all areas in scope of work with paint contractor prior to prep and paint application
 Typed reports on defects to consultant and/or owner
 Designate a mock-up area for each step in the painting process
 Testing of material for improper thinning.
 Check and monitor all painting / coating related works and ensure all final products meet in accordance With
company procedure, client requirement and international codes
 Maintain standards of safety and comply with Company’s Health, Safety and Environment Management System
requirements
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 Inspecta International Company, (15/07/2008 to 01/07/2009).
 Position: NDT Inspector & welding inspector.
 Client: GUPCO (Gulf of Suez Petroleum Company).
Job Duties/Responsibilities as (NDT inspector):
 NDT on various kinds of components like RT, MT and PT on boiler tubes, turbines, pressure vessels
 Inspection built items such as forged flanges, fitting, fabricated pipes, gaskets, plate and rapture disks
 Ultrasonic weld scanning on Storage Tanks & Pressure Vessels and pipe lines.
 Lamination check and Corrosion Survey of piping & Equipment.
 Inspecta International Company, (9/2006 to 07/2008).
 Position: NDT Inspector.
 Client: ADMA-OPCO. (Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company)
Job Duties/Responsibilities as (NDT inspector):
 Employed by INSPECTA international company as NDT Inspector and contracted to the subsidiary of
ADNOC and attached to the inspection department of offshore Super complex USSC. Responsibilities include,
reviewing the contractors QCP, WPS and other project specific procedure. Witnessing Hydro test, Welder
qualification and issuing the test certificates.
 Co- ordination the NDT activities with NDT team and reviewing the reports, inspection of incoming materials.
 Preparation of plant failure reports and issuing recommendations. Involved in the major and small shutdowns.
 Carried out ultrasonic weld scanning, lamination check for raw materials, weld scan,thickness measurement
on pipe lines & corrosion check on pressure vessels, & tanks.
 Carried out UT weld scanning, thickness survey, corrosion monitoring & as well as Internal Inspection in
Columns, Vessels, Tank, Exchangers Separators, Condense Surge Drum, Fuel Gas Drum, nozzles etc.
 Having good knowledge in the film interpretation, developing and making reports.
 Magnetic particle inspection of both dry and wet methods including florescent method for various jobs
 Carried out MPI test on pipe welds along with qualified technicians.Magnetic Particle Inspection was carried
out for various types of industrial components like joints, pipe lines, stands, and lift baskets.
 Carried out Magnetic Particle Inspection on welded joints of pipe line and Hardness testing. Having thorough
knowledge in the procedure, and calibration etc.
 Carried out liquid penetrant and magnetic particle examination of nozzle joint, fillet weld and reporting.
 Performed RT, MT and PT Inspection for these companies NDC, SCECO and Al Nasr companies.
O U T A G E / S H U T D O W N I N S P E C T I O N
 Accomplishment the inspection duties for more the planned shutdowns at various companies.
 Supervision, monitoring and coordinating of all shutdown activities which include maintenance, inspection
and testing of gas plant.
 Coordination and liaising with owner /client for shutdown preparation and activities.
 Hydro testing and leak testing for high pressure vessels and shell and tube heat Exchangers.
 Final handover of shutdown activities and documents
 KHALDA PETROLUM COMPANY (OIL AND GAS FIELDS).
 Total gas plant, oil process shutdown 2009.
 Partial gas plant shutdown 2010.
 supervision for total shut down at KALABSH ( Pico area)
 Total gas plant, oil process shutdown 2014.
 Partial shutdown 2015.
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 GULF OF SUEZ COMPANY (GUPCO).
 Partial shutdown for water flood area in 2008.
 Total shut down for MORGAN satellite in 2009.
 Total shut down for BADRI complex in 2009.
 Partial shutdown for SHOAB ALI satellite in 2009.
 ADMA OPCO (ABU DHABI).
 Partial shutdown for UM ELSHIF complex in 2007.
C O D E S A N D S T A N D A R D F A M I L I A R I T Y
 ASME CODES:
 Section: II, Parts A, B, C, and D.
 Sections: V, VIII, IX.
 B31.1 - B31.3 - B16.5.
 API CODES:
 API 1104.
 API 570, 510 ,571, 572, 574, 576,577and578
 PAINTING CODES:
 SSPC standard.
E Q U I O P M E N T H A N D L E D
 Ultrasonic Method (USK 7 - USM 25, USM 32, USM 33, USM 35- TRU tester – SONA test).
 Radiography method (IR: 192 (GAMMA RAY).
 Magnetic particle method (Electric Yoke - Permanent Magnet).
 Dye penetrant particle testing (Visible Penetrants - Fluorescent Penetrants).
 Visual inspection tools (Pitting gauge – Hi-Lo Weld Inspection gauge- Fillet Weld gauge – etc.).
S O F T S K I L L S
 Ability to work in a Team, Works under Pressure, and Take Responsibility and meeting deadlines.
 Excellent communication skills.
 Able to control a situation rather than allow a situation to control me.”
 “Someone who wants to be judged by individual performance and rewarded for my efforts based on my ability
to execute.”
 Flexible and able to respond at changing priorities and demands
 Problem & solving Skills
 “Someone who demonstrates an unwavering resolve to do whatever must be done to produce the best long-term
results, no matter how difficult.”
C O M P U T E R S K I L L S
 Good Command of Microsoft office (word /excel/PowerPoint).
 All office products (Installing & troubleshooting), Outlook & Email support.
 Installing programs & troubleshooting.
H O B B I E S & I N T E R E S T S
 Chess, Cinema, Video Games and Watching Movies
Thank you
Reference: Available on request

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    MOHAMED MOHAMED ABDELAZIZ ELDEEB Plant inspector. Certified (API 510,API 570, CWI, Coating Inspector SSPC, and ASNT level II NDT). C A R E E R O B J E C T I V E  A position with job stability which offers good advancement & effective utilization of knowledge, work-related experience, acquired capabilities and with the opportunity for professional growth in a useful and successful productive manner with the support of my superiors. C O N T A C T I N F O R M A T I O N  Birth Date: 04 April 1984.  Religion: Muslim.  Number of Dependents: 2.  Military Status: Exempt final  Gender: Male.  Nationality: Egyptian.  Marital Status: Married  Arabic: Mother Tongue. E D U C A T I O N  Faculty of Science Geochemistry Department May 2006 with General Grade Good. C E R T I F I C A T I O N  Authorized piping inspector (API 570)(Cert No. 67069).  Authorized pressure vessel inspector (API 510) (Cert No. 68715).  Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) (Cert No. 13071881).  Certified coating inspector (SSPC) level II. (Cert No. 76620).  Certified NDT inspector (ASNT) level II.  Visual Testing ASNT level II according to SNT-TC-1A.  Ultrasonic testing ASNT level II according to SNT-TC-1A.  Radio Graphic testing ASNT level II according to SNT-TC-1A.  Dye Penetrate testing ASNT level II according to SNT-TC-1A.  Magnetic Particles testing ASNT level II according to SNT-TC-1A. O T H E R C E R T I F I C A T I O N S & T R A I N I N G  Radiation protection course, From (NIS) (National institute of standards)  Lifting operations authority (level 1).  Work permits, risk assessment, energy isolation, lifting operations, performing authority.  Control of work (COW).  Perform all risk assessment required for any job.  Radiation safety awareness.  Basic Fire Fighting, Sea Survival & Offshore Safety Training, Helicopter Survival Course and First Aid Course.
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    Page 2 of5 E X P E R I E N C E  Petromaint Company (1/2016 until Now).  Current Position: Plant Inspector  Client: KHALDA & APACHE Petroleum Company Job Duties/Responsibilities as (plant inspector):  Inspects and assesses the condition of process plant equipment at the required frequency, in accordance with the company’s procedure and code requirements.  Perform all internal, on-stream, and external inspection activities for stationary equipment, piping systems mechanisms, corrosion monitoring and investigation of failures to establish inspection frequencies and/or corrective actions to prevent recurrences, above ground tanks, and pressure relieving devices … etc.,  Direct, advice and instruct NDT technicians in the recommends of specific examination and performance of routine duties, evaluate inspection and NDT results and prepare reports with recommendation regarding potential repairs, fitness for service and anticipated equipment residual life.  Review and update all inspection procedures and intervals after each significant change that affects the damage mechanism detectability and propagation, approved by third party.  Prepare required procedures for inspection of piping, pressure vessels, tanks, heaters, air coolers…etc.  Prepare technical reports and documentation of inspected items.  Carry out ultrasonic thickness measurement of piping and equipment according to approved procedures.  Calculate long and short term corrosion rate, remaining life, and inspection interval and calculate the minimum required thickness for vessels head, shell and piping.  Responsible for the support of Company safety, environment and Quality policies and programs perform specific duties and responsibilities related to his job as spelled out in Management system documentation, policies, procedures, local documentation, Management System Manual, Safety Manual and other related documents.  Responsible for review and establishment of welding procedures specification (WPS), Qualification of the WPS and welders in accordance to codes, standard and specs performing.  Witnessing maintenance repairs and supervised different steps of repairs associated with different types of pressure vessels, heaters, piping, storage tanks and columns.  Witnessing pneumatic and hydro tests for different types of Separators, Heaters, Tube bundles, piping loops and Tanks.  Analyzing all inspection data and compare it with the previous inspection findings and update the status of each equipment and modify the inspection interval if required  PROJECTS AS PLANT INSPECTOR:  For new constructions.  Oil Process at 33 areas contains (two separator, three tanks, one skimmer, one heater, and piping system).  New shipping line from AG area to RZK area.  New compressor area for gas plant.  Replacement approximately 25KM from 24"dahshourgas line.  Replacement all corroded spools in gas plant & process area.  For in-services inspection.  A/G Gas plant, A/G oil process, RZK oil process, 30 trunk lines, 4 shippinglines, more than 100 wells flow lines and 15 manifolds)and Install a new stabilizer re-boiler.  Carry out PEC, INCO test and LIXI for insulated lines at gas plant area.  Internal and External inspection to for vessels and tanks (Storage tanks, salt bath heater, separators, KOD, fractionators, well stream heaters).
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    Page 3 of5  Create inspection plans for all in-services equipment's.  Gas plant (tanks, pressure vessels, piping systems…).  Oil process (tanks, pressure vessels, piping systems…)  Flow lines wells (gas, oil, and water), shipping lines, trunk lines…)  Quality Control Company (07/2009 to 1 /2016)  Current Position: Welding Inspector & Painting Inspector.  Client: KHALDA & APACHE Petroleum Company Job Duties/Responsibilities as (welding inspector):  Preparation of the quality control documents of the project including procedures, certificates, plans, and schedules for the welding and construction activities of piping.  Participate for establishment of welding procedures specification (WPS), procedure qualification record (PQR) and the welders' qualification test in according of codes, standards, and specifications.  Performing visual inspection, dimension check, fabrication and erection pipe spools and tanks. Also, controls the welding process. Controlling the welding activities and repair percentage Preparing the punch lists and handover packages documents  Carry out on-stream condition monitoring of operating plants, oil process and QA/QC of all maintenance activities and project work to ensure safe and reliable operations.  Reviewing WPS, Conducting PQR & WPQ as per ASME IX, ASME B 31.3, and API 1104.  Ensure safety arrangements are in place during test and inspection.   Conducting tool-box talks for welders, fitters, and foremen and explaining the importance of material handling, welding parameters, consumable baking, Preservation of material and causes of corros ion during construction, preservation.  Check fit-up of welding joints before welding, Follow up welding processes during the welding.  Interpretation for RT films.  Set up a number system for the welds, and maintain weld history records, isometrics containing weld numbers and welders identification. Ensure welders are working with qualified to the applicable WPS.  Maintaining Non-conformance register, NCR disposition, root cause analysis & ensure timely close-out. Job Duties/Responsibilities as (Painting inspector):  Ensured the proper use of inspection instruments in accordance with the Inspection Quality Manual.  Monitored the work and implemented all procedures of the corporate procedural manuals.  Performed regular inspection on the equipment’s used in the facility to ensure their proper use and maintenance.  Analysed the process and recommended any safety measures if required in the facility.  Inspected the surface of the coating work in compliance with the Inspection Quality Manual at the hold point.  Provide unbiased reports and a third party paint inspection.  Verify that all surfaces are in suitable conditions for painting.  Report all surface defects to consultant and owner at the prep stage, intermediate coat and final finish  Surface acceptance and substrate testing for painting  Review all areas in scope of work with paint contractor prior to prep and paint application  Typed reports on defects to consultant and/or owner  Designate a mock-up area for each step in the painting process  Testing of material for improper thinning.  Check and monitor all painting / coating related works and ensure all final products meet in accordance With company procedure, client requirement and international codes  Maintain standards of safety and comply with Company’s Health, Safety and Environment Management System requirements
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    Page 4 of5  Inspecta International Company, (15/07/2008 to 01/07/2009).  Position: NDT Inspector & welding inspector.  Client: GUPCO (Gulf of Suez Petroleum Company). Job Duties/Responsibilities as (NDT inspector):  NDT on various kinds of components like RT, MT and PT on boiler tubes, turbines, pressure vessels  Inspection built items such as forged flanges, fitting, fabricated pipes, gaskets, plate and rapture disks  Ultrasonic weld scanning on Storage Tanks & Pressure Vessels and pipe lines.  Lamination check and Corrosion Survey of piping & Equipment.  Inspecta International Company, (9/2006 to 07/2008).  Position: NDT Inspector.  Client: ADMA-OPCO. (Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company) Job Duties/Responsibilities as (NDT inspector):  Employed by INSPECTA international company as NDT Inspector and contracted to the subsidiary of ADNOC and attached to the inspection department of offshore Super complex USSC. Responsibilities include, reviewing the contractors QCP, WPS and other project specific procedure. Witnessing Hydro test, Welder qualification and issuing the test certificates.  Co- ordination the NDT activities with NDT team and reviewing the reports, inspection of incoming materials.  Preparation of plant failure reports and issuing recommendations. Involved in the major and small shutdowns.  Carried out ultrasonic weld scanning, lamination check for raw materials, weld scan,thickness measurement on pipe lines & corrosion check on pressure vessels, & tanks.  Carried out UT weld scanning, thickness survey, corrosion monitoring & as well as Internal Inspection in Columns, Vessels, Tank, Exchangers Separators, Condense Surge Drum, Fuel Gas Drum, nozzles etc.  Having good knowledge in the film interpretation, developing and making reports.  Magnetic particle inspection of both dry and wet methods including florescent method for various jobs  Carried out MPI test on pipe welds along with qualified technicians.Magnetic Particle Inspection was carried out for various types of industrial components like joints, pipe lines, stands, and lift baskets.  Carried out Magnetic Particle Inspection on welded joints of pipe line and Hardness testing. Having thorough knowledge in the procedure, and calibration etc.  Carried out liquid penetrant and magnetic particle examination of nozzle joint, fillet weld and reporting.  Performed RT, MT and PT Inspection for these companies NDC, SCECO and Al Nasr companies. O U T A G E / S H U T D O W N I N S P E C T I O N  Accomplishment the inspection duties for more the planned shutdowns at various companies.  Supervision, monitoring and coordinating of all shutdown activities which include maintenance, inspection and testing of gas plant.  Coordination and liaising with owner /client for shutdown preparation and activities.  Hydro testing and leak testing for high pressure vessels and shell and tube heat Exchangers.  Final handover of shutdown activities and documents  KHALDA PETROLUM COMPANY (OIL AND GAS FIELDS).  Total gas plant, oil process shutdown 2009.  Partial gas plant shutdown 2010.  supervision for total shut down at KALABSH ( Pico area)  Total gas plant, oil process shutdown 2014.  Partial shutdown 2015.
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    Page 5 of5  GULF OF SUEZ COMPANY (GUPCO).  Partial shutdown for water flood area in 2008.  Total shut down for MORGAN satellite in 2009.  Total shut down for BADRI complex in 2009.  Partial shutdown for SHOAB ALI satellite in 2009.  ADMA OPCO (ABU DHABI).  Partial shutdown for UM ELSHIF complex in 2007. C O D E S A N D S T A N D A R D F A M I L I A R I T Y  ASME CODES:  Section: II, Parts A, B, C, and D.  Sections: V, VIII, IX.  B31.1 - B31.3 - B16.5.  API CODES:  API 1104.  API 570, 510 ,571, 572, 574, 576,577and578  PAINTING CODES:  SSPC standard. E Q U I O P M E N T H A N D L E D  Ultrasonic Method (USK 7 - USM 25, USM 32, USM 33, USM 35- TRU tester – SONA test).  Radiography method (IR: 192 (GAMMA RAY).  Magnetic particle method (Electric Yoke - Permanent Magnet).  Dye penetrant particle testing (Visible Penetrants - Fluorescent Penetrants).  Visual inspection tools (Pitting gauge – Hi-Lo Weld Inspection gauge- Fillet Weld gauge – etc.). S O F T S K I L L S  Ability to work in a Team, Works under Pressure, and Take Responsibility and meeting deadlines.  Excellent communication skills.  Able to control a situation rather than allow a situation to control me.”  “Someone who wants to be judged by individual performance and rewarded for my efforts based on my ability to execute.”  Flexible and able to respond at changing priorities and demands  Problem & solving Skills  “Someone who demonstrates an unwavering resolve to do whatever must be done to produce the best long-term results, no matter how difficult.” C O M P U T E R S K I L L S  Good Command of Microsoft office (word /excel/PowerPoint).  All office products (Installing & troubleshooting), Outlook & Email support.  Installing programs & troubleshooting. H O B B I E S & I N T E R E S T S  Chess, Cinema, Video Games and Watching Movies Thank you Reference: Available on request