Okechukwu Paul Ojei

Maintenance and Facility Operations Engineer
Doha, QA.

About

Highly accomplished Maintenance and Facility Operations Engineer with over 12 years of progressive experience across FMCG, real estate, and oil & gas sectors. Proven expertise in mechanical systems, preventive/corrective maintenance, and asset reliability management, consistently driving operational excellence and cost efficiency. Adept at leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing contractors, and ensuring stringent HSE compliance in complex facility environments.

Work

Qatar National Import & Export (QNIE)
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Maintenance Supervisor

Doha, Doha, Qatar

Summary

Supervised maintenance operations for a high-volume FMCG facility, leading a team of 15 technicians, implementing CMMS, and ensuring system reliability and safety compliance.

Highlights

Led a team of 15 technicians, overseeing all maintenance operations for a high-volume FMCG facility, which enhanced operational uptime and productivity.

Implemented and managed a comprehensive CMMS, significantly improving work order tracking, performance monitoring, and maintenance reporting accuracy by an estimated 20%.

Planned and executed preventive maintenance schedules that reduced system downtime by 15% and ensured 100% safety compliance across all operations.

Monitored and optimized Building Management Systems (BMS), achieving an estimated 12% reduction in energy consumption and improving resource utilization.

Negotiated and managed vendor contracts, supervising external contractors to ensure timely delivery of maintenance services and achieving a 5% cost saving on procurements.

Premedia Qatar WLL
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Web Support Services Admin / Debt Collector

Doha, Doha, Qatar

Summary

Provided critical technical and administrative support for key projects, resolved complex customer and system issues, and optimized data management.

Highlights

Provided critical technical and administrative support for Ooredoo Qatar Yellow Pages and Qatar Chamber of Commerce projects, ensuring seamless operations for key initiatives.

Assisted an average of 50+ customers daily with web hosting, login, and account-related issues via email, phone, and live chat, achieving a high resolution rate.

Troubleshot server and website performance issues, contributing to a 10% improvement in system uptime and escalating complex problems to higher-level support teams for efficient resolution.

Managed and optimized client data records, enhancing data integrity and supporting system performance improvements.

African Petroleum (AP)
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Assistant Regional Manager

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Assisted in managing daily operations across multiple fuel depots and gas stations, ensuring HSE compliance and coordinating maintenance for uninterrupted supply.

Highlights

Assisted in managing daily operations across multiple fuel depots and gas station facilities, optimizing logistical workflows and resource allocation for sustained regional supply.

Supervised storage, transfer, and distribution of petroleum products, ensuring full HSE compliance and minimizing operational risks across all facilities.

Conducted regular safety inspections, preventive maintenance checks, and operational audits, contributing to a 10% improvement in safety standards and overall operational efficiency.

Coordinated maintenance and repair works with engineering teams, ensuring uninterrupted fuel supply and reducing facility downtime by 8%.

Maintained accurate records of fuel inventory, maintenance logs, and inspection reports, which facilitated informed decision-making and ensured regulatory compliance.

Education

Auchi Polytechnic
Edo State, Edo State, Nigeria

Higher National Diploma (HND)

Mechanical Engineering (Power Option)

Auchi Polytechnic
Edo State, Edo State, Nigeria

National Diploma (OND)

Mechanical Engineering

Issele-Uku Technical College
Delta State, Delta State, Nigeria

Automobile Certificate (Trade Test I & II)

Petrol & Diesel Engine

Oshodi High School
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Secondary School Certificate (SSCE)

General Studies

Languages

English

Certificates

Facilities Management

Issued By

Alison

Fundamentals of Health & Safety in the Workplace

Issued By

Alison

Behavior-Based Safety

Issued By

Alison

HVAC & Utility Systems Operations

Issued By

Alison

Project Management Fundamentals (PMP Awareness)

Issued By

Green International, Doha

Skills

Maintenance & Operations

Preventive Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance, Facility & Asset Management, Equipment Installation & Commissioning, Energy & Utility Optimization, Root Cause Analysis & Troubleshooting, Contractor & Vendor Management, Budgeting & Cost Control, HVAC Systems, Mechanical Systems, Electrical Systems, Pumps, Compressors, Generators, Firefighting Systems.

Systems & Software

CMMS, SAP PM, BMS (Building Management System), MS Excel, MS Office.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance, Safety Inspections, Operational Audits, HSE Compliance.

Leadership & Management

Leadership, Team Development, Multi-disciplinary Team Leadership, Project Coordination, Stakeholder Management, Communication.