Joseph Tochukwu Obi

• Assist to the Technical Manager in related assigned roles such as audit preparations, technical documents preparations, evaluate/monitor the Lifting inspectors’ performance on routine basis.
• Review and approve Inspection reports/tests certificates. Technical meetings and customer support.
• NPORS-UK (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) trainer/examiner – for Appointed Person for Lifting Operation(APLO), Industrial counterbalanced Lift Truck (forklift) operator, Crane/Lift Supervisor, Slinger/Signaler, Rigging Loft Controller, MEWP operator, Overhead crane operator, Mobile crane operator, Lorry Loader operator, etc)
• Audit programs preparation and participation
• Ensures company work equipment are in good working conditions by ensuring timely calibrations and in-house routine checks
• Thorough examination of all kinds of Lifting Appliances/Accessories including, but not limited to Overhead Traveling cranes, Mobile Cranes, Lorry-mounted cranes, Crane Gantries, Tower cranes, Slewing jibs, Forklifts, Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP), Chain/lever blocks, winches, Wire Rope Slings, Chain slings, Shackles, Webbing slings, Eyebolts, etc.
• Thorough examination of Cargo Carrying Units such as Cargo baskets, Boxes, Skids, Skips, Gas bottle racks, Containers, etc as per PDO-SP2275, BS EN ISO 10855 requirements
• Inspects/certifies Various Mechanical Handling equipment such as Back-hoe Wheel loaders, Dumpers, Rollers, Graders etc
• Carries out NDT (MT & PT, UTM) on required equipment
• Records/prepares inspection work reports/certificates.
• In-charge of the implementation of PDO KPI for Lifting Equipment Inspection
• Assisted in the development of new inspection protocols to improve efficiency.
• Provided clear, concise reports following each equipment inspection for managerial review.
• Liaised effectively with suppliers during procurement process; ensured only quality equipment was purchased.
• Handled dispositioning processes for damaged or obsolete equipment; prevented wastage of resources.
• Maintained detailed records of inspections, contributing to improved accountability and transparency.
• Trained junior inspectors, enhancing team knowledge and skills base.
• Decreased downtime of machinery by performing regular preventative maintenance checks.
• Performed risk assessments before commencement of work, ensuring a safer environment for all staff.
• Conducted audits on safety equipment for enhanced workplace security.
• Performed visual inspections on heavy machinery, resulting in reduced accident rates.
• Managed scheduling of routine inspections, improving overall operational workflow.
• Provided expert advice on equipment handling procedures with a focus on safety and longevity of machinery.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Maintained high-performance standards with rigorous testing procedures.

• Thorough examination of all kinds of Lifting Appliances/Accessories including, but not limited to Overhead Traveling cranes, Mobile Cranes, Lorry-mounted cranes, Crane Gantries, Tower cranes, Slewing jibs, Forklifts, Mobile Elevating Work Platform(MEWP), Chain blocks, winches, Wire Rope Sling, Chains slings, Shackles, Webbing sling, Eyebolts, etc.
• Thorough examination of Cargo Carrying Units such as Cargo baskets, Boxes, Skids, Skips, Gas bottle racks, Containers, etc to PDO-SP2275, BS EN 12079
• Inspects/certifies Various Mechanical Handling equipment such as Tele-handlers, Back-hoe Wheel loaders, Dumpers, Rollers, Graders etc
• Carries out NDT(MT & PT, UTM) on required equipment
• Records/prepares inspection work reports/certificates.
• Carries out Training and Operator Assessment for various Lifting Equipment.
• In-charge of the implementation of PDO KPI for Lifting Equipment Inspection

• I oversee and manage the technical aspects of our lifting(inspection/training/operations), ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance.
• Lifting expert for lifting operation, develops Lifting Plans and execute/supervise lifting operations
• Oversee our planning, monitoring, inspection budgets, ensuring efficient and effective use of resources
• Oversee and manage training inspection budgets, ensuring efficient and effective use of resources
• Responsible for planning, monitoring, and reviewing workload and manpower to make sure targets are being met.
• Ensure our company adheres to both local and international standards (such as (ISO/IEC 17020, PDO/OPAL, ISO 9001, etc) across all inspection activities.
• As per ISO/IEC 17020, I plan and carry out internal audits, conduct interviews and document reviews, document findings, prepare reports, and verify corrective actions.
• Identify organizational training needs, designs, implements, and evaluates training programs, manages training budgets, and ensures programs align with strategic goals.
• Deliver NPORS(UK) / PDO/OPAL (trainings on lifting operation and operation of lifting equipment such as: Appointed Person for Lifting operations (lift planner), Crane & Lifting Supervisor, Lifting Equipment Controller, Slinger/signaler, Forklift truck Operator, mobile crane operator. Etc
• Conduct thorough assessments of employee skills, performance, and organizational goals to identify skill gaps and determine training needs.
• Motivate our team towards achieving departmental/company commercial and strategic goals.
• Company Subject Matter Expert in Lifting operations
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs by gathering/analyzing feedbacks and tracking performance to ensure programs meet objectives.
• Deliver Highfield Safety Courses
• Liaise with internal departments and leadership to identify training requirements and develop customized programs.
• Responsible for carrying out technical meetings/negotiations with customers
• Responsible for handling internal/external audits
• Handle all the technical issues and client related challenges.
• Responsible for maintaining and improving long term client relationship
• As the need arises, carry out Thorough examination of all lifting equipment.
• Set and evaluate department (Inspectors/trainers) KPI
• Seek for and analyze opportunities for more business development/expansion
• Internal training, evaluation, upskilling and monitoring of trainers and training programs
• Train the trainers of Lifting operations and Lifting operators according to NPORS, UK
• Develop customized/bespoke trainings to meet client’s specific need.
• Site Auditing for Lifting operations.
• Carry out IQA/IV of training/assessment process.

SAMPLE TRAININGS I DELIVERED IN 2024 through 2025/6

• 2. December 31 2023 - Jan 4th 2024 Trained 5 candidates for NPORS Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) for Occidental Oman.
• 3. Successfully conducted 5days NPORS(UK) Instructional Technique course which qualified the candidates to become NPORS Instructors.
• 4.January 2024: 7th-11th Delivered Appointed Person (NPORS UK) Lifting operation for Occidental staff, Oman
• 5. February 2024 Successfully conducted 10days NPORS(UK) Instructional Technique course which qualified the candidates to become NPORS Instructors.
• 6.July 29th-Aug 4 2024 Competency Assessment of several Lifting & earth-moving equipment operators for the staff/contractors of Occidental Oman, (Mukhaizna Location)
• 7.August 20th-24th, 2024 Delivered Appointed Person (NPORS UK) Lifting operation training for Occidental staff, Oman
• 8.Dec 4-5 2024 Delivered NPORS Rigging loft controller (Lifting Equipment Controller) training to PDO staff.
• 9.Dec 31st 2024 to 2nd Jan 2025 Delivered NPORS Crane/Lifting Supervisor training to PDO staff.
• 10.April 27th 2025 Delivered Appointed Person Lifting Operation refresher course for staff of OXY Oman
• 11. May 2025 Successfully conducted 10days NPORS(UK) Instructional Technique course which qualified the candidates to become NPORS Instructors.
• 12. Jan 25th-29th 2026 Delivered NPORS Appointed Person Lifting Operation (APLO) course for staff of OQ Staff, Sohar, Oman
• Ensured compliance to regulations for reduced workplace accidents.
• Performed regular inspections of lifting equipment to ensure functionality and safety.
• Prepared method statements for complex lifts which improved efficiency levels.
• Assisted in risk assessments, establishing a safer work environment.
• Coordinated lift planning, reducing downtime between operations.
• Complied with all health and safety regulations, fostering a safe working culture.
• Liaised with crane operators to ensure safe lifting operations.
• Collaborated with project managers on lift strategies leading to successful project completion.
• Reported any equipment malfunctions promptly, maintaining operational efficiency.
• Kept accurate records of all lifts completed; ensured traceability and accountability.
• Facilitated training sessions for new staff, enhancing team competency.
• Delivered comprehensive briefing before each operation; enhanced understanding of tasks at hand.
• Improved safety awareness by conducting daily toolbox talks.
• Managed rigging hardware, ensuring proper maintenance and storage.
• Supervised all lifting activities to guarantee adherence to safety norms.
• Provided assistance in developing lifting plans, resulting in efficient operations.
• Devised bespoke lift plans tailored for unique job requirements.
• Advised crews on rigging planning, implementation and safety for different projects.
• Interpreted technical plans and project specifications to make accurate determinations about rigging needs.
• Assessed personnel needs, resulting in tailored training sessions.
• Led a cross-functional team of trainers to boost organisational effectiveness.
• Developed comprehensive training programmes for improved staff performance.
• Identified skill gaps among workforce, enabling targeted training interventions.
• Coordinated workshops and seminars for skill enhancement.
• Created testing and evaluation procedures.
• Mentored team members to succeed and advance within department and company.
• Effectively trained instructors and supervisors on techniques for managing employees.

• Developed appropriate rigging and lifting plan and supervise same
• Lead inspector for all Lifting equipment inspection and testing
• Inspected/tested Lifting equipment such as Offshore Pedestal cranes, Crane Gantries, Deck cranes, overhead traveling cranes, Mobile Cranes, Slewing jibs, A-frame gantries, Chain blocks, winches, Wire Rope Sling, Chains, Shackles, Web sling, Eyebolts, etc etc
• Inspects /certifies Cargo Carrying Units such as Cargo baskets, Boxes, Skids, Skips, Gas bottle racks, containers, etc to BS 7072, BS EN 12079, DNV 2.7-1
• Carries out Visual/NDT(MT/PT/UTM) examination of Welded/Critical areas.
• MT/PT Inspection of rig parts (Handling tools) such as Elevators, Clamps, Slips, etc.
• Ultrasonic Wall Thickness Gauging
• Liaising with other inspectors to improve job satisfaction for our clients
• Records/prepares inspection work reports.
• Evaluates inspection reports for data accuracy and conformity to applicable standards.
• Maintains inspection reports and other technical documents
• Preparation, follow up, maintenance and close out of record of NCRs associated with lifting equipment
• Job Tendering and Bidding processes
• Preparation of official and technical documents
• Participation in both internal and external audits.
• Job supervision and follow-up
• In-house/field training of junior/trainee Lifting equipment/NDT inspectors.
• Customer relationship/satisfaction follow-up
• Some of my Offshore/Onshore Rig Track record (Thorough examination of Lifting Equipment/NDT)
• 2012 Scarabeo3 for Saipem/Addax – Eni Group- (Offshore, Nigeria)
• 2012 Omel58 and Omel125 for Total Exploration & Production, Obagi - (Onshore, Nigeria)
• 2013 Adraitrix 10, Trans Ocean Offshore Rig - (Offshore, Nigeria)
• 2014 Addax Petroleum Offshore platforms in Calabar - (Offshore, Nigeria)
• 2015 Bumi Armada Perdana FPSO, Oyo Field - (Offshore, Nigeria)
• 2015 Surf Suporter Vessel in Akwa Ibom State, Exxon Mobil field – (Offshore, Nigeria)
• 2016 Surf Suporter vessel, Go-Marine in Akwa Ibom State, Exxon Mobil field – (Offshore, Nigeria)

• Inspection, testing and certification of Cargo Carrying Units such as Cargo baskets, Boxes, Skids, Skips, Gas bottle racks, containers, to BS 7072, BS EN 12079 and DNV 2.1-7.
• Inspection and certification of lifting gears such as Wire Rope Slings, Chains, Shackles, Web slings, Eyebolts, etc
• Visual/MT/PT examination of Welded/Critical areas.
• MPI Inspection of rig parts such as Elevators, Bails links, Clamps, Rotary slips, etc.
• Recording and vetting of inspection work reports.
• Maintenance of inspection reports

• Assisted inspectors in the inspection of BHA/Tubular Goods.
• Washing of connections/protectors, Internal/external cleaning of tool joints
• Pipe stenciling; dimensional
• Black-light/Visual threads inspection
• Doping of connections
• MPI/DPI of Welded and critical areas
• Assisted inspectors in NDT/Lifting gear/equipment inspection.
• Inspection of Lifting equipment such as mobile cranes, pedestal cranes, gantries, overhead crane, etc
• Inspection of loose gears such as sling wire ropes, shackles, chain slings, webbing slings
• Inspection/load-testing of Cargo Carrying Units (CCU)
• Data plate stenciling/affixing; taking measurements
• Greasing of wire rope slings
• Color-coding.
• MPI/DPI on Pad-eyes, and other welded and critical areas