Simeon Benson

Versatile and results-driven Electrical Engineer, Maintenance Manager and HSE Professional with experience in electrical systems, facility maintenance, project coordination, commissioning, health and safety, and technical operations. Experienced in preventive and corrective maintenance, technical troubleshooting, contractor supervision, risk assessment, safety compliance and team leadership.

Maintenance Manager at IBKS HOTEL & SUITES (2023-01 – Present)

• Managed daily maintenance operations across hotel facilities and technical systems.
• Planned and supervised preventive and corrective maintenance to reduce equipment downtime.
• Diagnosed electrical, HVAC, plumbing, water-heating and facility-related faults and coordinated timely repairs.
• Supervised maintenance personnel, contractors and external service providers, ensuring quality and safe execution.
• Monitored generators, inverter/solar systems, batteries and electrical distribution.
• Conducted routine inspections of guest rooms, offices, kitchen, laundry, reception, restaurant and other operational areas.
• Prepared maintenance reports, identified recurring faults and implemented corrective and preventive measures.
• Coordinated maintenance materials, tools and spare parts while controlling maintenance requirements.
• Ensured maintenance activities complied with health, safety and operational requirements.

Commissioning Manager at GOVEA MARINE COMPANY (2025-01 – Present)

• Managed commissioning activities for marine projects, ensuring timely completion and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams for smooth project execution.
• Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation measures for safe commissioning.

Safety Officer at B & GIFT ENTERPRISE (2016-01 – 2024-12)

• Developed and implemented site-specific health and safety plans.
• Conducted site inspections, identified hazards and ensured corrective actions.
• Provided HSE training to employees and contractors.
• Investigated incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and preventive measures.
• Worked with project teams to promote compliance with health and safety requirements.

Social Media Manager at BUSY KIDS INTENTIONAL SCHOOL (2024-01 – 2024-12)

• Developed social media strategies and created content for Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
• Monitored engagement and performance metrics.

Senior Project Manager at EVOMEC GLOBAL COMPANY (2015-01 – 2016-12)

• Oversaw electrical projects from conception through completion.
• Developed project plans, resource-allocation plans and risk-management strategies.
• Coordinated designers, engineers, contractors and suppliers.
• Managed and mentored project team members.

Electrician / Senior Electrician at WIHILL ENTERPRISE MARINE SERVICE (2013-01 – 2015-12)

• Installed, maintained and repaired electrical systems, including high- and medium-voltage distribution systems.
• Troubleshot electrical faults and carried out repairs and maintenance.
• Read electrical blueprints, schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Worked with PLC systems, AC/DC motors and variable-speed motor controllers.
• Ensured compliance with electrical safety standards.

Supervisor at TRIDENT STEEL COMPANY (2011-01 – 2013-12)

• Supervised employees and promoted efficient and safe working practices.
• Coordinated production activities and supported timely delivery.
• Implemented quality-control measures.

BSc in Electrical & Electronic Engineering – KAAF UNIVERSITY, ACCRA, GHANA (2015-01 – 2015-12)

HSE Level 3 – INDUSTRIAL SAFETY TRAINING SCHOOL (2015-01 – 2015-12)

HSE Level 3 – INSTITUTION OF SAFETY PROFESSION OF NIGERIA (2014-01 – 2014-12)

Diploma in Computer Science – COMPUTER SCIENCE SCHOOL (2004-01 – 2004-12)

WAEC – UKPUM OKON COMPREHENSIVE SECONDARY SCHOOL (2003-01 – 2003-12)

First School Leaving Certificate – ST. PETER AND PAUL SCHOOL (1999-01 – 1999-12)