Jose Pessanha dos Santos
Macaé,RJ
Summary
Electrical Technician
Experienced to lead team members to complete jobs on-time. Assigns tasks, trains employees, and implements company procedures. Excellent communication and listening skills. Provides leadership and vision, driving teams to meet goals.
Results-driven professional with proven track record of leadership excellence. Skilled in strategic planning, team collaboration, and driving projects to successful completion. Strong focus on fostering collaborative environment, ensuring adaptability, and delivering impactful outcomes. Known for effective communication, problem-solving acumen, and unwavering reliability in dynamic settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commissioning Electrical Leader (FPSO)
Brunel
04.2025 - 12.2025
- Responsibilities: responsible for leadership of the electrical team in all works at worksite in FPSO electrical systems and approval from commissioning requirements.
Senior Electrical Technician (OCV)
Ocyan
12.2022 - 12.2024
- Responsibilities: Maintenance and installation of electrical and electronics equipment onboard a PLSV and operator of MDL Tensioner equipment (decommissioning of old subsea equipment + flexible lines).
Electrical-hydraulic Technician (cranes)
CBX Marine
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Responsibilities: electric/hydraulic inspection and maintenance in many types of cranes (McGregor, Liebherr, TTS, Hydralift, Terex and NOV).
E & I Technician (drill ship)
Elberith
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Responsibilities: Installation and commissioning (Valaris and Transocean) of 6th generation EFC drilling systems.
Electrician (offshore, Brazil)
Oceânica
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Responsibilities: preventive and corrective maintenance in all electrical & electronic equipment on SDSV DP2: engine room, bridge/DP, galley and diving equipment (compressors & underwater submarine monitoring devices).
Electrical Technician (offshore, Brazil)
DOF
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Responsibilities: In charge of preventive and corrective maintenance in all electrical & electronic equipment on PLSV and AHTS DP2.
Base Electrical Superint. (Offshore support)
OSM
09.2014 - 07.2015
- Responsibilities: I worked as a technical support (including covering missing Chief Electrician) in Kongsberg DP Systems in order to keep the ship (Aquarius Brasil) in an operational way (24/7), Gangway operation, FMEAs, delivery acceptance and class inspections. Company's representative in Petrobras meetings, actions plans, technical and investigation reports.
Chief Electrician (offshore, Brazil)
Atlas / Jaymar
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Responsibilities: I've worked with 02 Electricians and 01 ET. Hands on and E & I supervision of all systems (Eng. Room, Bridge, DP Systems and Propulsion, on board a DP3 “Floatel” OOS Gretha.
Sr. Electrician (drilling offshore - Brazil)
Seawell
11.2009 - 03.2014
- Responsibilities: E & I supervision and commissioning (startup of Peregrino B Statoil). After start-up, hands on the maintenance and operation of all electrical drilling equipment (Amphion System NOV Drillship), Fiber Optics, Totco, 06 x SCR IPS and 06 x 1.8 Kva, CAT D3516). Main team goal in this project: the “First Oil”.
E & I Supervisor (shipyard, Rio de Janeiro)
Tecman
08.2009 - 11.2009
- Responsibilities: Supervision and “hands on” of the upgrade project on SS-50. Achievements: installation of Bubble System, NOV Drilling Rig Sense, Air Compressors Package and CO2 System.
Chief Electrician (Africa and Brazil, drilling)
Transocean
03.2008 - 06.2009
- Responsibilities: Supervision & execution of electrical maintenance (Drillship DWD, NOV Rig Sense): Top Drive, Draw Work, Generators, CCTV, VFD, PLC, UPS, MCC, SCR & Reference Systems. One achievement (among others): I've fixed Top Drive’s faulty overheating alarm (the problem: corrosion in one junction box).
Education
Degree - International Trades
Electrical Techniques - undefined
High School
01.1987
Skills
Assisted in maintaining electrical and electronic equipment for offshore oil and gas operations, including WHP, shipyards, AHTS, PLSV, FPSO, drillship, and flotel Supported teams in implementing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies Contributed to safety initiatives and teamwork efforts to achieve operational goals Participated actively in HQSE processes and familiarized with leadership practices
Oversaw commissioning of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards
Directed team operations to enhance collaboration and productivity
Assisted in routine electrical maintenance tasks to support operational efficiency Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical issues and implement solutions Contributed to safety inspections to ensure compliance with regulations
Implemented advanced troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical issues efficiently
Executed equipment installation projects to enhance operational efficiency
Executed variable frequency drive (VFD) operations to optimize equipment performance
Developed and implemented preventive maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability
Implemented ongoing enhancements to optimize operational efficiency
Certification
- PLC Fundamentals, UDEMY (in progress)
- Siemens Basics WinCC SCADA TIA Portal, 2025
- Hydraulics, Portal da Inspeção, 2021
- Information Techniques, PRIME, 2019
- Technology of Information, SENAI, SP, 2019
- Safety Delegates, MAERSK, Rio, 2017
- Ship’s Security, MAERSK, Rio, 2016
- Explosive Atmosphere, FALCK, 2013
- VFD Siemens, SIEMENS, Norway 2012
- Robotics, SENAI, São Paulo, 2011
- SCR Ross Hill AC Controls, NOV, 2011
- SCR Ross Hill DC Controls, NOV, 2011
- Circuit Breakers Emax, ABB, SP, 2011
- Circuit Breakers VDA, ABB, SP, 2011
- Electrical OJT, TRANSOCEAN, 2008
- VFD ACS800, ABB, São Paulo, 2004
- Industrial Measurement, SENAI, 2003
- Instrumentation, SENAI, Macaé, 2002
- Electrical Upgrade, PETROBRAS, 1989
LANGUAGES
Portuguese (native) and English(advanced)
Accomplishments
- OSM/Aquarius Brasil – Electrical Superintendent
OLDER EXPERIENCES
- Modec: Electrical Tech/FPSO (2006-2008)
- Pride: Electrical Tech/Drill Rig (2005-2006)
- National Oilwell: Electronic Tech/FPSO (2004)
- Navy Cald: E & I Technician/FPSO (1997-2003)
Specific Offshore Training (expiring dates)
- CBSP, West Group, Macaé, March/2030
- T-HUET, RelyOn Nutec, Macaé, March/2030
- HUET, West Group, Macaé, December/2027
- NR35 08h, RelyOn Nutec, Macaé, Feb/2026
- NR12 16h, RelyOn Nutec, Macaé, Feb/2026
- CERR, Falck, Macaé, fev/2022
- CESS, Falck, Macaé, maio/2023
- Advanced Fire Fighting, Falck, 2013
- Confined Space Supervisor, Falck, 2014
- NR10/SEP 40h, West Group, April/2025
- NR10 40h, WR Educacional, March/2027
- NR06, WR Educacional, March/2027
- NR07, WR Educacional, March/2027
- NR26, WR Educacional, March/2027
- NR34, Oceânica, Macaé, Jan/2020
- Percepção de Riscos, GTA Trein., jun/2023
- Salvatagem, Petrobras, Macaé, 1990
CUST
International experience: Norway, Panama, Kuwait, Nigeria, Gabon, Ghana and Curaçao.
Timeline
Commissioning Electrical Leader (FPSO)
Brunel
04.2025 - 12.2025
Senior Electrical Technician (OCV)
Ocyan
12.2022 - 12.2024
Electrical-hydraulic Technician (cranes)
CBX Marine
05.2021 - 12.2022
E & I Technician (drill ship)
Elberith
02.2021 - 12.2022
Electrician (offshore, Brazil)
Oceânica
01.2019 - 06.2020
Electrical Technician (offshore, Brazil)
DOF
02.2016 - 02.2018
Base Electrical Superint. (Offshore support)
OSM
09.2014 - 07.2015
Chief Electrician (offshore, Brazil)
Atlas / Jaymar
06.2014 - 08.2014
Sr. Electrician (drilling offshore - Brazil)
Seawell
11.2009 - 03.2014
E & I Supervisor (shipyard, Rio de Janeiro)
Tecman
08.2009 - 11.2009
Chief Electrician (Africa and Brazil, drilling)
Transocean
03.2008 - 06.2009
Degree - International Trades
Electrical Techniques - undefined
High School