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Daniel Mugabo
Oilfield Production Chemist
Kira Municipality,Wakiso
Summary
Oilfield chemist – Production Operations delivering laboratory support by analyzing 20–40 crude oil, process stream, water, and LPG samples per week in an operating oilfield. Interprets analytical results through statistical data analysis, specifications review, and regulatory reporting to keep operations compliant and stable. Supports chemical injection, corrosion monitoring, and incident investigations across 7–12 systems per month while coordinating inventory reconciliation of 10–25 chemical stock items per month, contractors, and national chemist training.
Overview
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Languages
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Certifications
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years of professional experience
Work History
Oilfield chemist – Production Operations
CNOOC Uganda Ltd
07.2022 - Current
- Execute and optimize chemical injection based on process performance to control corrosion, scale formation, and wax inhibition in production systems and pipelines.
- In charge of oil field corrosion monitor, reporting abnormal corrosion and offering advice for corrosion precaution.
- In charge of chemical, physical and biological testing of crude oil, intermediate process streams, water, LPG, and other fluid samples using approved laboratory procedures.
- Monitor test results for compliance with product specifications, operating targets, environmental requirements, and applicable regulatory or industry standards.
- Coordinated and supervised chemical inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels, timely replenishment, and accurate reporting of chemical consumption.
- Partner with Operations, Technical, Maintenance, Environmental, and corporate teams to investigate process discrepancies, analytical outliers, and incidents.
- Coordinate and supervise chemical inventory management to ensure adequate stock levels, timely replenishment, accurate inventory records, and timely reporting of chemical consumption and stock status.
- Provide technical support for laboratory quality assurance and quality control programs as per ISO 17025 requirements including statistical quality control review, proficiency testing, calibration records, control sample performance, method validation, and audit support.
- Supported method development, instrument selection, and commissioning projects that enhanced laboratory reliability and compliance.
- Troubleshoot, maintain, verify, and improve laboratory instrumentation and methods to support reliable data generation and timely sample turnaround.
- Executed and optimized chemical injection strategies to effectively control corrosion, scale formation, and wax inhibition in production systems.
- Conduct emergency response as per the emergency response plan and participate in incident investigations as needed and provide technical support in assessing the impact of incidents and developing preventive measures.
- Work as a mentor for National chemists and conduct onsite training.
Petroleum Quality Analyst
UNBS/MEMD Fuel Marking and Quality Program
05.2015 - 07.2022
- Participated in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the laboratory QMS in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 standards and achieved recognition of the MEMD Petroleum Laboratory.
- Conducted testing of petroleum products to ensure industry compliance and consumer protection.
- Managed QMS documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Planned and executed internal audit programs and coordinated with external assessors during annual, recognition, and accreditation audits.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency and reliability through meticulous record management and streamlined organizational practices.
- Supported fuel quality surveillance programs to protect consumers and maintain regulatory compliance.
- Calibrated equipment according to preventive maintenance schedules to ensure analytical accuracy.
- Laboratory QMS Representative
- UNBS/MEMD Fuel Marking and Quality Program
- Jan 2020 – July 2022
SITE PROCESS TECHNICIAN
Century Bottling Co. Ltd (CocaCola), Uganda Breweries ltd
07.2013 - 04.2015
- Monitored chemical treatment for water and wastewater treatment systems
- Performed testing to optimize chemical applications for effective operation and maintenance of utility equipment (bottle washers, boilers, coolers, reverse osmosis systems, ETP)
- Acted as Ecolab point of contact for TPM and Lean Production Methodology to support customer’s initiative to reduce operational costs and enhance productivity.
- Conducted quality testing of process water to improve production efficiency, facilitate process improvements, and minimize quality defects.
- Performed chemical stock management for uninterrupted and consistent supply of chemicals.
- Trained new technicians in laboratory procedures and safe chemical handling practices.
- Streamlined chemical inventory management to ensure uninterrupted operations, prevent supply shortages, and reduce downtime.
- Nalco ECOLAB E.A. Ltd, Kampala Uganda
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration -
Uganda Management Institute (UMI)
Uganda03-2025
Bachelor of Science Technology - Chemistry
Kyambogo University
Uganda12-2016
Ordinary Diploma in Science Technology - Chemistry
Kyambogo University
Uganda02-2014
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined
Wampeewo Ntakke SS
Wakiso, Uganda01-2010
Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
Wampeewo Ntakke SS
Wakiso, Uganda01-2008
Skills
ISO/IEC 17025 Laboratory Quality Management
Petroleum product sampling & testing
Method validation and measurement uncertainity
Internal auditing
Corrosion monitoring
Chemical inventory management
Laboratory safety management
Data Analysis & Report writing
Microsoft Office Suite
Laboratory instrumentation
Statistical process control
Quality incident investigation
Data driven decision making
Leadership
Problem solving
LIMS administration
Technical presentation
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Team work
Certification
International Operations Development Programme OEUK – CNOOC Petroleum Europe Ltd (June – July 2026)
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of four QMR in the development and implementation of Laboratory quality management system at MEMD petroleum laboratory.
- Resolved water quality issues in the kingfisher oilfield camps through process improvements, training of operators and continous quality testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop chemical inventory tracking spreadsheets to optimise and reduce chemical consupmtion for water treatment in the KF oilfield.
- Collaborated with team of environmentalists, community relations personnel in the investigation and resolution of suspected water pollution incidences.
Affiliations
- Uganda Society of Professional Chemists (USPC)
- The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
- Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE)
Software
LIMS - Laboratory Information Management System
STATA
Statement of declaration
I solemnly declare that all information contained in this document is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Daniel Mugabo 02nd July, 2026
Timeline
Oilfield chemist – Production Operations
CNOOC Uganda Ltd
07.2022 - Current
Petroleum Quality Analyst
UNBS/MEMD Fuel Marking and Quality Program
05.2015 - 07.2022
SITE PROCESS TECHNICIAN
Century Bottling Co. Ltd (CocaCola), Uganda Breweries ltd
07.2013 - 04.2015
Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
Wampeewo Ntakke SS
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined
Wampeewo Ntakke SS
Ordinary Diploma in Science Technology - Chemistry
Kyambogo University
Bachelor of Science Technology - Chemistry
Kyambogo University
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration -
Uganda Management Institute (UMI)