Chimaroke Ekeh

A First Class (Distinction) Graduate of Industrial Electrical Engineering offering over 6 years technical experience spanning the Laundry and FMCG industry. Skilled in Electrical Installation and Industrial Control Systems, Plant Pneumatics and Hydraulics, Plant Installation and Maintenance, Engineering Drawing and Interpretation, Reliability Maintenance, Energy Management, Machine Repairs and Modifications. Preventive, Periodic and Corrective Maintenance, Autonomous Maintenance, Training and Electrical Diagnostics.

Keen on continuous involvement and technical support aimed at driving business optimization while available for advanced career opportunities.

Industrial Services Supervisor (Utilities) - NESTLE NIGERIA PLC - Sagamu, Nigeria

(2025-03)

• Review SOPs and Working instructions, also train Technicians on the need for proper logging of data, checklist recording and documentation.
• Ensure Ammonia refrigeration is operated and maintained in good condition.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Reduced energy consumption by establishing correct parameter adjustment on the AHUs to reduce workload on the Chillers.
• Maintained service log and technical documentation.
• Diagnosed faults and perform repairs on refrigeration equipment.
• Conduct Ammonia safety drills ensuring interlocks are well functioning and making sure that emergency response plan was adhered to.
• Carried out risk assessments of newly installed plant and taking corrective action to ensure safety operation.
• Developed team members on leadership skills and appointed relevant trainings.
• Continuously carry out stock inventory, monitoring maintenance plans and coordinating contractor activities within the plant.
• Rectified the issues on social wastewater treatment plant by fully restoring it back to automatic operation.
• Ensured zero downtime by proactively anticipates issues and taking corrective measures and avoiding unwanted breakdowns.

Engineering Technician (Utilities) - NESTLE NIGERIA PLC - Agbara, Nigeria

(2015-07 - 2025-02)

• Reduced operational cost by 25% by conducting air leakage survey across the plant also took corrective measures
• Responsible for monitoring and analysing all energy and water consumption data to gain deep understanding of where the saving opportunities are and understand why changes occur.
• Ensured all energy/water saving targets were tracked in the operational reviews and achieved by establishing a detailed energy/water monitoring system based on metering.
• Sent monthly and weekly energy consumption report to Factory Engineer and Plant Managers.
• Handled the implementation of effective steam trap management by using SKF maintenance Program to ensure that all steam traps are working well.
• Ensured good quality project execution and hand over, as well as vertical start-up.
• Completed project on optimization of condensate recovery system which help to improve Boiler efficiency and reduced the cost of Boiler operation.
• Carry out continuous improvement in electricity with the aim of achieving optimized plant performance.
• Ensure infrared imaging of panels, vibration analysis of equipment and electric panel maintenance are carried out as and when due.
• Initiated an effective maintenance program for all related installation in utilities to ensure maximum performance.
• Reduced cost of maintenance by fully handling the 2000 hours maintenance of all Generator set.
• Solved issues of frequent tripping of starting air compressor on high temperature by initiating a better ventilation system.

Trainee Engineer - CLEANACE DRY CLEANERS AND LAUNDERERS - Lagos, Nigeria

(2015-05 - 2015-06)

• Monitored all production equipment, ancillaries and electrical installations also act proactively towards minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
• Managed and supervised all jobs contracted out ensuring that contracts were discharged without delay and in accordance with details set out in the contractual agreement.
• Undertook maintenance activities and works, supporting logistics and maintenance officers across branches in the performance of their duty.
• Ensured that spares required for keeping the production facility were requested for timely

Electrical Technician - OMINI TECHNOLOGY - Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria

(2012-12 - 2013-08)

• Responsible for inspecting electrical systems, equipment and component to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components, using test equipment to locate the cause of the breakdown and correct same
• Designed, assembled, installed and maintained electrical or electronic wiring using hand tools and power tools.

Diploma - Industrial Electrical Engineering - National Metallurgical Training Institute Onitsha (2012 - 2012)

Advanced Technician Diploma - Mechanical Engineering (Level 5) - Plant Option - City & Guilds (London) (2015 - 2015)

Apprenticeship - Plant Technology and Maintenance - Nestle Technical Training Program (2015 - 2015)

Technician Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Technology (Level 3) - Plant Option - City & Guilds (London) (2014 - 2014)

Technician Diploma - Electrical Electronics and Mechanical Engineering Technology - City & Guilds (London) (2013 - 2013)