Ebenezer Tandoh Mensah
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Service Technician with four (4) years of hands-on experience in inspection, testing, servicing, and maintenance of marine Fire Fighting Appliance (FFA) and Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) across vessels, offshore rigs, and workshop environments. Proven ability to strictly follow manufacturers service instructions and safe working practices, carrying out all tasks in compliance with SOLAS and IMO requirements. Committed to maintaining the high safety standards and operational readiness in demanding environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Service technician
Solas Marine Service Co. LLC
Dubai, UAE
2022.12 - Current
- Execute annual biannual service for Dry Chemical Powder (DCP) system, carrying out agitation and blow-through procedures to inspect hose reels and monitors.
- Inspect, service, and recharge various types of portable and semi-portable extinguishers.
- Carry out periodic inspections and servicing for various fixed firefighting systems, such as high-pressure carbon dioxide (CO2 ).
- Carry out inspections and servicing of High and Low Expansion Foam systems annual, biannual, and five years.
- Conduct hydrostatic pressure testing of fire extinguishers, and cylinders.
- Carry out inspections, testing, and maintenance of Water Mist and Water Sprinkler.
- Conduct periodic tests and service for inflatable life rafts.
- Perform onboard installation and dismantling of life rafts.
- Conduct inspections, testing, and servicing of inflatable life jackets, immersion suits, and chemical protective suits.
- Inspection of the Fireman's outfit to see if all the equipment is available and in good condition for continued onboard use.
- Conduct inspections and servicing of EEBDs, SCBAs, and other related equipment.
Roustabout
Seven Borealis
Takoradi, Ghana
2020.12 - 2021.07
- Facilitated loading and unloading of materials, maintaining safety during transportation to and from rig site.
- Documented drilling and servicing activities within company systems for performance evaluation and tracking.
- Dismantled, relocated, and reassembled drilling rigs alongside associated equipment, enabling work commencement.
- Participated in weekly safety meetings, contributing to a culture of health and safety awareness.
- Contributed to manual labour activities, including digging and excavation, to establish sites for drilling.
- Streamlined logistics for movement of pipes and drilling tools to and from rig floor, improving operational workflow.
- Coordinated inventory of drilling tools and equipment, maintaining accessibility for operations.
- Monitored gauges and indicators to identify equipment malfunctions.
- Conducted regular maintenance on drilling equipment, decreasing downtime and elevating performance levels.
Casing and Tabular Inspection
Apave International
Takoradi, Ghana
2016.02 - 2016.08
- Alignment of drill pipes from pin to pin end.
- Maintain meticulous cleaning of threads and seals for progression.
- Sustained clean, safe working environments to mitigate accident risks.
- stenciling to ensure tubing remains compliant (Pipe number, D.O inspection and S/N).
- Conducting MPI on container hooking points and associated accessories.
- Also performing load test on newly welded items to assess ductility without failure.
- Fostered collaborative working relationships through active engagement in team-building activities.
Assistant Rigger
Mobicrane Ghana Limited
Takoradi, Ghana
2015.01 - 2016.01
- Fostered development and maintenance of a positive work environment, enhancing staff morale.
- Support senior operator in executing pre-start checks and positioning equipment for daily use.
- Perform duties of Banksman / Rigger assisting operator.
- Support operator in identifying faults with machinery and associated accessories.
- Ensures equipment remains clean at all times.
- Uphold standards of cleanliness in working environment before initiation of daily operations and guarantee safety for use.
- Ceases operations upon identification of any unsafe act or condition.
Education
Diploma - Business Administration
Takoradi Polytechnic University
Takoradi, Ghana 2011.10 - 2013.11
Grade one - Plumbing
National Vocational Training Institute ( NVTI )
Cape coast, Ghana 2006.02 - 2009.11
Skills
- Service Technician ( FFA & LSA )
- Rigger
- Casing Tubular Operation
- Safety Compliance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Team Collaboration
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Football
- Puzzle games
- Tablet tennis
- Volunteering
Certification
- Shipboard Safety: Emergency Equipment and Life-Saving Appliance. | Alison |
- Diploma in Firefighting and Shipboard Safety. | Alison |
- CPR, AED and First Aid. | Alison |
Timeline
Service technician
Solas Marine Service Co. LLC
2022.12 - Current
Roustabout
Seven Borealis
2020.12 - 2021.07
Casing and Tabular Inspection
Apave International
2016.02 - 2016.08
Assistant Rigger
Mobicrane Ghana Limited
2015.01 - 2016.01
Diploma - Business Administration
Takoradi Polytechnic University
2011.10 - 2013.11
Grade one - Plumbing
National Vocational Training Institute ( NVTI )
2006.02 - 2009.11