Benson Saoke

Dedicated Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option) diploma holder with over four years of hands-on experience in refinery operations, oil extraction, plant operations, preventive maintenance, and manufacturing processes. Skilled in process control, troubleshooting, equipment inspection, production documentation, and ensuring compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards.

Machine Operator – Non-Edible Oil Extraction

(2024-02 - 2026-02)

• Operated and monitored extraction machines in accordance with production requirements.
• Conducted routine autonomous maintenance and promptly reported equipment faults.
• Maintained accurate production records and machine operation logs.
• Ensured compliance with safety, hygiene, and housekeeping standards.

Refinery Operator - Vipingo Industries Ltd

(2022-01 - 2024-02)

• Operated and monitored refinery equipment during start-up, operation, and shutdown processes.
• Monitored process parameters and chemical usage to maintain product quality.
• Maintained production logbooks and coordinated with Quality Control teams.

Mechanical Engineering Attaché - Kenya Ports Authority

(2021-01 - 2021-04)

• Assisted in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining engines, cranes, and forklifts.

Industrial Experience - Bamburi Cement

(2019 - 2021)

• Assisted in plant maintenance activities while observing strict safety procedures.
• Participated in coal feeding operations and monitored coal supply.

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option) - Technical University of Mombasa (2018 - 2022)

KCSE - Manyatta Boys High School (2014 - 2017)

KCPE - Nyasaoro Primary School (2006 - 2013)