Othieno John Peter
Kampala
Summary
Dynamic Electrical Engineering Technician with China Oilfield Services Ltd, adept at optimizing solid control systems to enhance drilling efficiency and reduce nonproductive time. Proven mentor with strong communication skills, successfully trained over 9000 apprentices. Proficient in preventive maintenance and risk assessment, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting safety in operations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Solids Control Engineer
China Oilfield Services Ltd (COSL)
01.2020 - 05.2025
- Company Overview: A business integrated services of land drilling and completion, land wire line logging and perforation, land cementing and drilling, and completion fluids services in TotalEnergies oil & gas Tilenga Project
- I Lead optimization of solid control systems significantly reducing nonproductive time and boosting drilling efficiency. Implement preventive maintenance protocols resulting reduction in equipment downtime
- Perform regular OOC (Oil on Cuttings) tests to monitor oil content and ensure compliance with environmental discharge regulations, contributing to improve on good waste management practices.
- Equipment list include centrifuge, Auger, cuttings dryer, vacuum pumps, centrifugal pumps, shale shakers, desunder and others
- A business integrated services of land drilling and completion, land wire line logging and perforation, land cementing and drilling, and completion fluids services in TotalEnergies oil & gas Tilenga Project
Instructor/ Technical teacher
YMCA comprehensive Institute
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Trained and mentored over 9000 electrical apprentices, many of whom transitioned into formal employment. Supervised real-life projects and participated in large-scale institutional installations, including a seven-floor academic complex
Zero Vend Supervisor
PPG-Umeme Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Spearheaded field audits, resolved meter faults, and fought illegal power connections.
- Improved system accuracy and reliability in Uganda's largest energy distribution network
Maintenance specialist
the Netherlands Embassy and AAH
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Managed critical infrastructure such as generators, solar systems, hybrid motorized water pumps, and power systems, ensuring seamless operation without disruptions. My work was instrumental in supporting humanitarian operations refugee settlements and diplomatic facilities.
Maintenance Technician
Watoto Church / Alam Group
01.2004 - 12.2010
- Delivered end-to-end facility maintenance from structural repairs to generator servicing, domestic and industrial installations across multiple campuses and commercial properties
Education
Higher Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Uganda Technical College Bushenyi
Bushenyi, Uganda12-2014
Diploma - Vocational Training Instructor
Vocational Training Institute Nakawa
Kampala, Uganda12-2013
Ordinary Diploma - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Kampala Polytechnic Mengo(KPM)
Kampala, Uganda12-2012
Craft III Certificate - Electrical Installation
Vocational Training Institute Lugogo
Kampala, Uganda11-2007
Craft II Certificate - Electrical Installation
Nile Vocational Institute Njeru
Jinja, Uganda12-2004
Skills
- Electrical installation system
- Power system basics
- Soldering and assembly
- Testing and measurements
- Circuit design and analysis
- Preventive maintenance
- Familiar with AutoCAD Electrical
- PLC programming
- Risk assessment
- Solid control rig operation
- Instructor and mentorship
- Healthy, safety, and environment (HSE)
- Effective communication
- Teamwork
- Analytical and problem-solving
- Willingness to learn
- Electrical troubleshooting
References
Available upon request
Awards
- Higher Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Diploma in Vocational Training Instructor
- Ordinary Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Craft III Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Craft II Certificate in Electrical Installation
Languages
- English, Advanced Professional
- Swahili, Professional Working
Certification
- Installation Permit
- H2S Safety Training
- Basic Onshore Emergency Response
Languages
Luo
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Swahili
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Solids Control Engineer
China Oilfield Services Ltd (COSL)
01.2020 - 05.2025
Instructor/ Technical teacher
YMCA comprehensive Institute
01.2016 - 12.2019
Zero Vend Supervisor
PPG-Umeme Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2015
Maintenance specialist
the Netherlands Embassy and AAH
01.2011 - 12.2013
Maintenance Technician
Watoto Church / Alam Group
01.2004 - 12.2010
Higher Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Uganda Technical College Bushenyi
Diploma - Vocational Training Instructor
Vocational Training Institute Nakawa
Ordinary Diploma - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Kampala Polytechnic Mengo(KPM)
Craft III Certificate - Electrical Installation
Vocational Training Institute Lugogo
Craft II Certificate - Electrical Installation
Nile Vocational Institute Njeru
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