Daniel Musau

My name is Daniel Nzioka Musau a Mechanical Engineering technologist i hold a degree in Bachelor of Technology Mechanical Engineering from Technical University of Kenya, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant option) from Mombasa Polytechnic University College currently (Technical University of Mombasa).

My roles include;

•  Designing and developing mechanical systems such as machine, tools, engines, and other mechanical devices. Oversee the fabrication, assembly, testing of the systems.
• Testing and troubleshooting-Conduct tests and experiments on mechanical systems to identify and resolve issues. Assess the performance and reliability of mechanical systems.
• Maintenance and repair-ensure that mechanical systems are operating effectively and efficiently. Perform routine maintenance and repairs.
• Project management-Overseeing the planning, scheduling, and managing budgets, resources, and personnel.
• Quality assurance-ensure that processes meet quality standards and comply with regulatory requirements. Develop and implement quality control procedures, conduct audits and inspections and monitor performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.

Aug 2017 - Present | Workshop Supervisor

 Effco Solutions Group Kenya/Tanzania

• Responsible for job allocation and job flow in the workshop
• Co-ordinate resources schedules and activities to effectively manage projects
• Record observations and findings during diagnostic run and work on repair as necessary
• Responsible for maintenance and repair of company equipment
• Ensure operational safety and compliance with environmental laws and regulations
• Ensure preventive maintenance schedule is in place and proper records
• Actively support business excellence by participating in reliability monitoring improvement and implementation
• Attain good proficiency in SAP and MAXIMO(CMMS)for maintenance department
• Perform inspection tasks and schedule monitoring programs to assure the mechanical integrity of the equipment
• Perform internal inspection of equipment in accordance to the inspection Plan (Equipment inspection Plan-EIS)
• Verify that all new materials used during repairs or alterations are consistent with the specifications.
• Advice the stores on correct stock levels of spares and consumables
• Prepare cost and material estimates.
• Develop plans for all tasks in the fields and workshop
• Supervises and participates in the fabrication and construction of new tools and equipment
• Ensure proper right to know and other OSHA regulations are followed for the safety of all employees
• Undertake any other ad-hoc assignments or projects as assigned by management

Dec 2014 – Dec 2016 | Field Equipment Operator

Société De Maintainance Pe’trolie’re (SMP)Nairobi branch- (Turkana oil explorations-Tullow oil)

• Maintain and keep the equipment safe
• Manipulate equipment controls to regulate speed and direction
• Repair the equipment as required
• Inspect the equipment for safety issues on daily basis
• Determine if any parts are malfunctioning
• Complete job tickets, service quality summaries and any other necessary paperwork
• Corrosion rates and remaining life assessment for the next inspection interval determination
• Coating and insulation records includes thickness measurements, corrosion rate and inspection interval
• Identify and document any required repairs including all regulatory forms
• Specify any special equipment access requirements including all safety conditions and permissions

          June 2012 – Nov 2014 | Mechanical Technician

            Southern Engineering Company Limited (SECO)-Mombasa

• Overhauling different Marine engines, repair and maintenance
• Servicing of machine units
• Machine installation on board
• Replacement and repairs of hydraulic units
• Repair and maintenance of transmission units 
• Operating plants and machinery, general maintenance and mechanical works
• Inspection of machines and daily reports of the equipments
• Maintenance and repair of oil compressors (Comp Air L15, L22, L55 and L75 air compressors)
• Determine pressure test requirement for pressure vessels after alterations or major repairs i.e., type of test, test medium, test pressure, test gauges, duration, regulatory requirements and forms

            March 2011 – May 2011 | Mechanical Technician (Industrial attachment)

             Kenya Ferry Services Limited -Mombasa

• Overhauling of caterpillar, Gardener and Perkins engines
• Repair of machines units and installation on board
• Drawing hydraulic pump works, servicing heat exchanger cooling
• System and repairing multi-clutch transmission units
• Hydraulic starter motors, overhauling and servicing of schottel and voith propeller units

Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from Technical University of Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya, | 2022

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option) from Technical University of Mombasa, Mombasa. Kenya, | 2012

Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option) from Mombasa Polytechnic College, Mombasa. Kenya, | 2006