
Kingsley Atu
Refinery Operator
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About
Experienced Quality Control Analyst with over 11 years in the Oil and Gas industry, specializing in refining operations including chemical and physical refining in edible oil with fractionation. A motivated self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently. Known for building lasting client relationships through active listening, honesty, and a competitive spirit.
Technologically adapt and a collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and presentation abilities.
Experience
Refinery Operator - ENVOY OIL INDUSTRIES LTD - ONITSHA, Nigeria
(2026-10)
- Accomplished Physical refining of Palm Oil maintaining good output according to the plant capacity.
- Accomplished refining of good quality Oil that meets the specifications and attractive to customers by maintaining good color.
- Accomplished good handling/storage of Palm fatty Acid distillate (PFAD) collected during Deodorization.
- Accomplished good separation of Olein from Stearin in Refine palm oil. (RBDPO)
- Accomplished formation of good crystals in the Crystallization tanks before Filtration
Refinery Operator - SARO AGRO-ALLIED LTD - MAKURDI, Nigeria
(2024-10 - 2026-09)
- Accomplished consistent product quality by closely monitoring refining processes and adjusting operational parameters to meet customer specifications, resulting in increased client satisfaction and reduced returns.
- Accomplished faster order fulfillment by optimizing workflow and minimizing downtime during shift operations, leading to timely delivery of refined products and improved buyer trust.
- Accomplished higher customer retention by implementing safety and compliance measures that ensured uninterrupted production, building a reputation for reliability among key buyers.
- Accomplished maximal output of refined Soya beans Oil with minimal cost of production.
Safety Personnel - NNPCL/NPSC MAKURDI DEPOT - MAKURDI, Nigeria
(2023-01 - 2024-06)
- Accomplished a safer work environment by conducting regular safety inspections and hazard assessments to reduce workplace accidents and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Accomplished improved employee awareness by leading training sessions and safety drills to enhance emergency preparedness and minimize risk.
- Accomplished full regulatory compliance by updating safety protocols and maintaining accurate documentation to meet local and international occupational health standards.
Lab. Technician - NNPC MAKURD DEPOT - MAKURDI, Nigeria
(2013-11 - 2022-12)
- Accomplished accurate results by preparing and analyzing petroleum products samples using standardized laboratory procedures to support timely and effective specification standards.
- Accomplished efficient workflow management by maintaining and calibrating lab equipment regularly to reduce downtime and ensure consistent test quality.
- Accomplished high Company’s satisfaction by ensuring quick turnaround of test results and dispatch of trucks through streamlined sample processing and coordination with other operational staff.
- Accomplished blending/re-injection of five (5) million liters contaminated Petroleum products (OFF-SPEC.) to a marketable product which quality was within standards (ON-SPEC.) saving the company lost of Seven hundred and fifty million naira (#750,000,000) only.
Education
HND - Chemistry/Biochemistry - Abia State Polytechnic Aba - Abia State, Nigeria (2010)
OND - Science Laboratory Technology - Abia State Polytechnic – Aba - Abia State, Nigeria (2007)


