Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Extracurricular Activities
Training
References
Community Development Services
Timeline
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PATRICK NZUBECHUKWU OKPALA

PATRICK NZUBECHUKWU OKPALA

Umuahia ,Abia state

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience at Samsung Heavy Industry, excelling in welding techniques and quality assurance. Proven leadership and problem-solving abilities, complemented by strong interpersonal skills. Committed to continuous learning and safety protocols, ensuring optimal performance in high-pressure environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Welding Apprentice

STANDARD INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Uyo
03.2024 - 07.2024
  • Executed training on fillet welding techniques to enhance skill proficiency.
  • Completed training on groove plate welding, improving versatility in various applications.
  • Acquired expertise in 6G pipe welding, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Basic Science Teacher

Ikono People’s High School
Ikono
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Prepared and delivered basic science lectures to students in compliance with school curriculum.
  • Conducted assessments and exams in accordance with school schedule.
  • Built a good network with students to improve learning conditions.
  • Monitored student’s development both academically and morally.

Industrial Trainee

ANAELECHI HOSPITAL & LABORATORY
05.2018 - 12.2018
  • Monitored and maintained daily temperature records on laboratory equipment.
  • Documented routine procedures following laboratory guidelines (SOPs)
  • Performed assigned laboratory tests in compliance with laboratory guidelines (SOPs)
  • Prepared media, solutions and buffers following laboratory guidelines (SOPs)
  • Washed and sterilized laboratory glass wares.

Welding Student

SAMSUNG HEAVY INDUSTRY
Bonny Island
01.2015 - 03.2017
  • Set up welding equipment and enforced strict safety protocols.
  • Practiced diverse welding techniques to enhance skills under supervision.
  • Inspected welds for compliance with quality standards and specifications.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of welding activities while pursuing skill enhancement.
  • Executed SMAW welding on various steel structures across multiple positions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Abia State University
Uturu, Nigeria
01.2019

Skills

  • Inter-personal skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Welding Techniques
  • Inspection
  • Attention to detail
  • Innovation skills
  • Occupational safety
  • Hazard Identification
  • Proficiency in ICT
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Time Management
  • Team Player
  • Written Communication
  • Verbal Communication
  • Fillet welding
  • Groove plate welding
  • Pipe welding
  • Welding safety protocols
  • Quality assurance in welding
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Process optimization
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Continuous learning
  • Team member support

Certification

  • Professional shielded metal arc Welding City & Guilds, Samsung Heavy Industry, 2015
  • Nigeria Institute Of Welders Plate, Fillet and Pipe Welder, 2024

Extracurricular Activities

Playing football and exercising my body often to enhance productivity. Traveling and Tourism to learn new perspectives of life.

Training

  • Adoption of Molecular Techniques in Diagnosis and the Containment of Infectious Diseases Using Microbial Products, Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria, 11/15/18 to 11/19/18
  • Isolation and Identification of Pathogenic Microorganisms Associated with Barbers’ Equipment in Umudike, Abia State, Nigeria, Umudike, Abia, Nigeria, 04/07/21 to 04/11/21
  • STANDARD INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, KM4 Abak Rd, Uyo, Akwa Ibom, 520104, Nigeria, 03/01/24, 5 months, Trained on fillet welding, Trained on groove plate welding, Trained on pipe welding 6g

References

Available Upon Request

Community Development Services

  • Voluntary blood donor, 2019 till date
  • Medical Outreach in conjunction with Child Survival and Development Organization of Nigeria (CSDON), 2021
  • Medical outreach and environmental sanitation exercise in conjunction with National Youth Service Corps, 2022-2023

Timeline

Welding Apprentice

STANDARD INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
03.2024 - 07.2024

Basic Science Teacher

Ikono People’s High School
03.2022 - 03.2023

Industrial Trainee

ANAELECHI HOSPITAL & LABORATORY
05.2018 - 12.2018

Welding Student

SAMSUNG HEAVY INDUSTRY
01.2015 - 03.2017

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Abia State University