Benedict Agbo

Results-driven Mechanical Engineering professional with hands-on expertise in industrial maintenance, machine installation, and mechanical troubleshooting within steel manufacturing and industrial environments. Proven capability in shaft alignment, centrifugal pump maintenance, EOT crane maintenance, and hydraulic systems. Highly skilled in executing preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment inspection, lubrication, fault diagnosis, and ensuring strict HSE compliance.

Demonstrated track record of supporting maintenance teams, improving equipment reliability, reducing operational downtime, and maintaining safe, efficient production environments.

Mechanical Maintenance Technician - AFRICAN INDUSTRIES GROUP - Abuja, Nigeria

(2025-08)

Facilitate the installation, alignment, inspection, and comprehensive maintenance of industrial machinery utilized in steel production operations.

• Execute precision alignment activities for gearbox systems, rolling mill stands, cooling bed grids, and run-out tables.
• Perform pipe bending, hydraulic pipe routing, and complex hydraulic connections during critical machine installation and maintenance projects.
• Install air and oil lubrication satellites specifically for rolling mill stands utilized in continuous steel production.
• Conduct rigorous equipment inspections and execute both preventive and corrective maintenance on diverse mechanical and hydraulic components.
• Inspect and maintain Electric Overhead Travelling (EOT) cranes, focusing on wire ropes, hooks, brakes, bearings, wheels, and gearboxes to ensure operational readiness.
• Diagnose and maintain centrifugal pumps within cooling water systems by inspecting for vibration, fluid leakage, abnormal noise, and performance deviations.
• Administer routine lubrication protocols for rotating equipment, crane components, and mechanical assemblies to optimize equipment service life and reduce friction-related failures.
• Ensure all operations strictly adhere to plant maintenance procedures, engineering standards, and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) regulations.

Teacher – National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) - GOVERNMENT SCIENCE SECONDARY SCHOOL - Nasarawa Eggon, Nigeria

(2024-01 - 2025-12)

• Delivered engaging and interactive lessons to senior secondary students, successfully improving the overall class average.
• Developed comprehensive lesson plans, schemes of work, and teaching aids strictly aligned with the Nigerian educational curriculum.
• Administered continuous assessments, including tests, assignments, and examinations, to drive improved learning outcomes.
• Served on the school examination committee, managing preparation, invigilation, and the collation of results for school-wide testing.
• Maintained a highly disciplined and conducive learning environment, promoting student respect and active participation.
• Prepared and submitted weekly lesson notes, detailed records of work, and termly academic reports to school management.

Maintenance Technician - ARMED FORCES ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL WORKSHOP - Abuja, Nigeria

(2022-01 - 2023-12)

• Executed comprehensive preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, and full servicing across various makes of petrol vehicles.
• Inspected vehicle engines to identify coolant leakage, abnormal noise, excessive vibration, and mechanical performance deviations.
• Overhauled 4-cylinder, 6-cylinder inline, and V-petrol engines, as well as transmission systems, strictly adhering to original manufacturer specifications.
• Conducted routine vehicular inspections, applied lubrication and greasing, and finalized client vehicle servicing.
• Utilized OBD-II diagnostic scanners to accurately identify and repair faults within engine, transmission, electrical, and braking systems.
• Documented comprehensive service histories, recording all repair tasks and parts utilized via official job cards.

Maintenance Supervisor - CHINALDO AUTOMOBILE COMPANY LTD. - Abuja, Nigeria

(2015-01 - 2021-12)

• Supervised comprehensive vehicle servicing, advanced engine maintenance, and standard mechanical repair operations.
• Guided technical teams in diagnosing complex mechanical faults and replacing compromised or damaged components.
• Executed routine workshop inspections and ensured the continuous maintenance of all facility mechanical equipment.
• Drove preventive maintenance initiatives to significantly improve vehicle reliability, safety, and overall performance.
• Managed accurate workshop records and facilitated the smooth execution of day-to-day engineering operations.
• Collaborated directly with technicians to guarantee the timely and efficient completion of all assigned maintenance activities.

Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) - Mechanical Engineering - JOSEPH SARWUAN TARKA UNIVERSITY, MAKURDI (2018-01 - 2024-12)

Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) - BEST INTERNATIONAL SECONDARY SCHOOL (2009-01 - 2015-12)

First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) - KARU CENTRAL PILOT PRIMARY SCHOOL (2003-01 - 2009-12)