Site Manager Technical Services

Zaccheus O OLAOFE (Electrical Engineer & Energy Scientist)

• Contact: +234(0)814*******, +27(0)842554550 • Email Address: ********@*****.*** EXPERTISE

1experience in deployment/operations/maintenance of the electric power systems in both industrial and residential applications; 2renewable energy solutions and system deployment (wind, solar and BESS) for small and large-scale utilities (operations); as well as in 3energy and load modeling, forecasting as well as measurements for auditing in O&M.

CAREER GOALS & DEVELOPMENT

To provide energy solutions that support the sustainable development goals (SDGs) through the delivery of professional engineering works and services. Also, to share technical knowledge & skill that contributes to the national growths and raising young professional to directorate head of technical services. Lastly, to learn and acquire new skills in a diverse cultural society. KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• University Electrical Degrees: 1Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.) in Electrical and 2Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSc. Eng.); Visiting Scholar to University of Massachusetts, USA University of Cape Town (RSA) – M.Sc. Eng. in Electrical Engineering Mar 2011-Sept 2013 University of Ado-Ekiti (NGA) – B. Eng. in Electrical Engineering Sept 2003-Dec 2008

(GPA 3.56/4, USA WES credential evaluation equivalency) Junior and Senior Grammar school: Aug 1994-July 2000 Grade 9-12: Senior School Certificate Examination

Grade 6-9: Junior School Certificate Examination

• Certifications: Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP); Cisco Certification Network Associate (CCNA); Solar Energy Deployment and Application Training; Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)

• Membership: Council for the Registration of Engineers in Nigeria (COREN) and Member of Institute of Engineering and Technology (MIET) in UK

PROJECT EXECUTION (Lead Electrical Project Engineer)

- 16 Electrification projects execution and completion comprising of 3-Residential and 13- Industrial Sites.

- Design and implementation of control panel for residential and industrial electrical systems PROFESSIONAL SKILLS (TECHNICAL/NON-TECHNICAL)

- Over 10-years’ experience in managements of residential and commercial electrical systems and equipment (electrical supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance).

- Over 7-years’ experience in tutoring and mentoring within the academic establishment

- Over 10-years’ experience with meteorological and satellite data -processing, modeling & analysis for RE

- Technical assessment and report writing, evaluation and documentation for energy applications.

- Wind energy, turbine and solar system layouts, analysis, optimization and the site classification, operational energy yield assessments for the offshore/onshore RE projects

- Analytical thinking, team and time managements (teamwork, problem identification and solving), evaluative and non-technical communication (Writing and reporting) skills

- Programming and data analysis tools/statistical software packages (such as: Matlab, Netview, Linux, Climate Data Operator (CDO), Ferret, ArcGIS, Windographer, WAsP, WindPRO, R and python).

- Repair, maintenance and configuration of I.T/networking systems (LAN/WLAN)

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Usage (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

- Knowledge of electric motor controls and PLC.

- Artificial Intelligent/Machine Learning (ML) for energy modeling and forecasting WORK EXPERIENCE

1ZakkWealth Energy, Nigeria (Independent Energy Solution and Consultancy)

• Lead Electrical Project Engineer & Commissioning Feb 2019 – present

- Project analysis and execution

- Electrical works and services delivery in the residential and industrial applications (carrying out the maintenance planning of electrical systems “lighting, heating, power control/distribution boards, sensors and security systems”; layout, assembling, installation, inspection and testing of industrial systems; reading and interpretation of blueprints and electrical wiring diagrams for systems installation)

- Emergency repairs of the equipment breakdown and system failures at the residential, commercial and industrial locations (prompt response and immediate resolution to system failures and downtime).

• Research Analysis and Development (R&D) in Energy Sector

- Pre-processing, post-processing, validation and application of historical datasets from satellite systems, meteorological masts/buoys/ships for the wind and solar energy resource assessment(s)

- energy data analysis, evaluation and interpretation for residential and commercial energy buildings 2a Cormart Nigeria Limited

• Industrial Engineering Intern Aug 2018 – Feb 2019

- Responding to breakdown and carrying out repair or replacement in parts of industrial power plants and equipment.

- Electricity measurements as well as monitoring of electrical generator outputs/operating conditions from remote terminal (Human Machine Interface, HMI) monitoring of oil temperatures of the generator and gas pressure of the generator(s)).

- Technical supports on operation and maintenance of ammonia plants for Industrial Refrigeration Systems (compressor, condenser, separators, expansion valves, evaporator and chillers)

- Monitoring of the performance of the industrial refrigeration system from the control room via the Human Machine Interface (HMI).

- Synchronization of power generators’ outputs (frequency, phase angle and number of phases, and income voltage) to the control panel.

-Interpretation of programmable and instrumentation diagram (PID) for industrial equipment and communication

devices installation for the Caramel plant

- Layout out of electric cables (for powering of industrial motors, sensors and cooling fans) on cable trays for electrical systems installation

2b Chi Farm Limited

• Assistant Projects Manager May 2016 – July 2018

- Project analysis and execution, Commissioning

3University of Cape Town, Rondebosch, South Africa

• Research & Development, and University Tutoring Mar 2011 – Mar 2016

- As a head tutor, undergraduate students in the University acquire transferable skills needed for the job and employment opportunities by: maintaining regularly contact with campus students; grading of lab-work, course assignment, project, test and written examination reports; providing support within and discussing studied problems; following up with less privileged students with unsatisfactory progress in their chosen courses; advising students on prospective work placement or/and study abroad options as part of their programme; liaising with university staffs and management.

4University of Imo State, Owerri, Nigeria

• Graduate Assistant Sept 2009 – Dec 2009

-Running of computer lab session and teaching of Computer Literacy Modules for 1st and 2nd year Students 5CHI FARMS LTD (AJANLA) – Ibadan-Lagos expressway, Nigeria

• Electrical Maintenance Engineer 2 Aug 2010- Dec 2010

-Providing technical supports and coordination of installation works on electrical machines and equipment; Scheduling periodic maintenance services on all electrical systems and machines, troubleshooting and repairs of breakdown/faulty electrical systems; Promoting health and safety work practice/environment within the engineering unit to mitigate possible effects of fire outbreak, electricity induced accident & making necessary recommendations; Providing training programs to technical team

(technicians and technologists) on energy generating cost, auditing and efficiency. 6Ogun State Property and Investment Corporation – Abeokuta, Nigeria

• Graduate Electrical/Service Engineer Jan 2010- Jul 2010

-Preparation of procedures for the clearing of electrical faults on machines and equipment; Installation of single and three- phase electrical systems; Inspection and commissioning of completed electrical installation project(s).

7Holland Technology Concepts & Ventures, Owerri, Nigeria

• Information System/Network Administrator Aug 2009- Dec 2009

-Installation, Configuration, and Maintenance of Local Area Network (LAN) Infrastructures; LAN/WAN Systems deployment, Wireless Technologies, Microsoft Server Installation and deployment, Cisco switches and Routers. etc.; Sales, Assembling, Repair and Maintenance of Personal Computer System Hardware

8CHI FARMS LTD (AJANLA) – Ibadan-Lagos expressway, Nigeria

• Graduate Electrical Engineer Jan 2009- Jul 2009

-Supervision/coordination of maintenance work on single/3-phase machines and equipment, and industrial plants; Electrical plan design (generators and motors), development and testing of new electrical equipment; Planning maintenance procedures for electrical works, attending to break down and call out for technician team support when required. 9CHI LTD (Tropical Group Investment) – Ajao Estate, Lagos, Nigeria

• Industrial Trainee Apr 2007- Sept 2007

-Planning maintenance procedures for electrical works, attending to break down and call out for assistance when required, and supervision of preventative/maintenance work on machine and equipment.

10CHI FARMS LTD (AJANLA) – Ibadan-Lagos expressway, Nigeria

• Electrical/Maintenance Supervisor Jan 2003- Sept 2003

-General support in electrical service and maintenance such as maximizing equipment availability, embracing preventative and predictive maintenance practices, among others. TRAINING AND WORKSHOP PARTICIPATION

- Photovoltaic Rooftop Installation (introduction, installation and monitoring of photovoltaic (PV) systems and performances; photovoltaic systems design; negotiation skills).

- Health, Safety and Environment (HSE 1, 2 and 3) at workplace RESEARCH WORK

- Construction of a Digital Power Factor Controller for Home Usage, {B. Eng.} 2008

- Wind Energy Generation and Forecasts {M.Sc. Eng.}, 2011-2013

- Statistical downscaling and application of the WRF simulation in offshore energy wind resource assessment (2013-till date)

- Development and testing of energy forecast models for supervised and unsupervised operations. INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL

- Visiting Scholar, University of Massachusetts, {UMass}, USA Sept-Dec 2013 MEMBERSHIP

• Cisco Certified Network Association (CCNA), 2007

• Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), 2008

• Institute of Electrical/Electronic Engineering (IEEE), 2011

• International Hydropower Association (IHA), 2011

• African Wind Energy Association (AfriWEA), 2011

• Member, Institute of Engineering and Technology (MIET), 2016

• Council for the Registration of Engineers in Nigeria (COREN), 2017 COMMUNITY/ PARTICIPATION IN STUDENT LIFE

• Student Judiciary Council (SJC)

• Undergraduate Mentoring at the University on the academic lifestyle and coping with the pressures of academic life.

• Contribution towards community growth and development through campaigns enlighten various communities, educating drivers and other members of the public generally on the proper use of the roads and highways

RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS (CONFERENCES/JOURNALS/BOOK)

• https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3974-845X

• https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=wEsudxIAAAAJ&hl=en

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