Daniel Chimenum Ekweme

Experienced Crane Operator | Heavy Equipment Specialist
Magbo-ilado, 234, Lagos, NG.

About

Highly skilled and safety-focused Crane Operator with over 15 years of experience in the oil & gas, heavy construction, and power generation sectors. Proven ability to operate diverse heavy lifting equipment, manage complex hoisting operations, and ensure strict adherence to safety protocols on large-scale industrial projects. Seeking to leverage extensive operational expertise and leadership capabilities to contribute to challenging projects in a dynamic organization.

Work

British Oil & Gas Exploration Limited (BOGEL)
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Crane Operator

Summary

Currently operates cranes for British Oil & Gas Exploration Limited, ensuring safe and efficient lifting operations within rig environments to support critical energy sector projects.

Highlights

Safely executed complex lifting and moving operations within a dynamic rig environment, adhering to stringent safety protocols and minimizing operational downtime.

Operated diverse heavy lifting equipment, including specialized cranes, to facilitate the precise placement of critical components and materials for ongoing oil and gas exploration activities.

Contributed to the seamless flow of rig operations by ensuring timely and accurate material handling, directly supporting project schedules and operational efficiency.

Onshore Construction LLC
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Crane Operator / Forman

Summary

Managed and operated heavy lifting equipment for Onshore Construction LLC, overseeing critical construction phases of major industrial plants in Nigeria.

Highlights

Supervised and coordinated crane operations for the construction of Dangote refinery and fertilizer plants, ensuring adherence to project timelines and safety standards across multiple sites.

Directed a team of operators, providing technical guidance and ensuring optimal utilization of various crane types for complex lifting and installation tasks.

Implemented rigorous safety checks and operational procedures, contributing to a significant reduction in incidents and maintaining a high safety record throughout large-scale industrial projects.

Facilitated the efficient movement and placement of heavy machinery and structural components, directly impacting the on-schedule progression of multi-billion dollar infrastructure developments.

Daewoo Engineering Construction Nigerian Limited
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Crane Operator

Summary

Operated heavy cranes for Daewoo Engineering Construction, contributing to the development of critical oil and gas infrastructure across multiple Nigerian states.

Highlights

Executed precise crane operations for the construction of shell flow stations in Bayelsa State and shell manifold stations in Delta State, ensuring accurate placement of heavy components.

Managed lifting plans for large-scale oil and gas facilities, contributing to the timely completion of crucial infrastructure projects within challenging environments.

Ensured compliance with all operational safety regulations and industry best practices during the handling of hazardous materials and heavy loads.

Intersteel Construction Nigeria Limited
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Crane Operator

Summary

Provided essential crane operation support for Intersteel Construction, contributing to the development of critical power infrastructure projects across Nigeria.

Highlights

Operated cranes for the construction of power plants in Egema, Omoku, and Aba, facilitating the installation of heavy turbines and structural elements.

Successfully completed all lifting tasks for major power generation projects, ensuring operational continuity and adherence to strict construction schedules.

Maintained and operated various crane models, demonstrating adaptability and technical proficiency across diverse construction site requirements.

Transotion in Sedico Energy
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Crane Operator

Summary

Performed essential crane operations for Transotion in Sedico Energy, supporting lifting and hoisting activities in an active oil field environment.

Highlights

Executed critical lifting and hoisting operations in the Again oil field, ensuring the safe movement of equipment and materials for exploration and production activities.

Adhered to stringent safety protocols specific to oil field operations, contributing to an incident-free work environment.

Supported field teams by efficiently handling heavy loads, directly impacting the productivity and progress of drilling and maintenance operations.

Education

Community Secondary School Ndele

SSCE

General Studies

State School II Ndele

FLC

General Studies

Languages

English

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Crane Operation (Floating, Crawler, All-Terrain, Mobile, Tower, Harbour), Forklift Operation, Heavy Lifting, Hoisting Operations, Rigging, Load Management.

Operational Skills

Site Safety Management, Equipment Maintenance, Pre-Operational Checks, Risk Assessment, Emergency Procedures, Preventive Maintenance.

Project Support & Industry Knowledge

Oil & Gas Operations, Heavy Construction, Power Plant Construction, Refinery Construction, Manifold Station Construction, Industrial Infrastructure Development, Project Timelines.

Leadership & Soft Skills

Team Supervision, Operational Leadership, Problem Solving, Independent Work, Cross-functional Collaboration, Communication.

Software & Tools

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Email Correspondence.