Ayaba Elvis Tah
MANAMA-CAPITAL GOVERNORATE
Summary
Heavy-duty mechanic professional with in-depth experience in maintaining and repairing heavy machinery. Known for strong collaboration within teams and delivering reliable solutions under changing conditions. Proficient in troubleshooting mechanical problems and committed to high standards of workmanship.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Al Jazeera Shipping
04.2023 - Current
- Marine engine mechanic.
- Crane Mechanic;
- Assembling and disassembling of cranes such as
- Sany 650. Crane
- Sany 150. Crane
- Manitowoc 4100 Crane
- Liebherr 450 Crane etc .
- Hydraulic mechanic.
- ARC welding/ Oxyacceteline gas welding and cutting.
- Metal fabrication And designing jobs.
- Operating machines Like heavy duty forklifts and more.
- Heavy Duty Truck driving and much more.
Marine Mechanic(Supervisor)
Chantier Naval/Shipyard And Industrial Engineering
09.2007 - 03.2021
- Overhauling of Heavy Duty Marine Engines(Diesel)
- Maintenance and repair of hydraulic sysyems(hydraulic valves,pumps and motors).
- Maintenance of coolings systems and repairs.
- Troubleshooting and power control
SMAW(6G welder)
COMETAL
02.2015 - 12.2017
- Accurately analysing data plan for proper pipe fitting circuits.
- SMAW 6GR
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
Shipyard IndustruaI Painting And Surface Treatment
Transocean
06.2002 - 09.2007
- Water Blasting
- Sand Blasting
- Combined fire watcher and confined space entry
- Identified problems,analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Led projects and analysed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Heavy Duty Mechanic and Operations
NATIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT POOL:MATGENIE
Douala/Yaounde, Littoral/Centre, Cameroon09.2003
Diploma - AUTO MECHANICS & INDUSTRIAL WELDING AND METAL FABRICATION
OIC
Buea, South West Region, Cameroon11.1998
Skills
- Diesel engine diagnosis, repair & overhaul
- Hydraulic systems troubleshooting & maintenance
- Suspension, steering & brake system servicing
- Familiar with CAT, Cummins, Volvo, Mercedes, Isuzu & other heavy-duty engines
- Fabrication, welding & cutting
- Use of workshop machinery
- Parts identification & replacement
- Lubrication and cooling system servicing
- Vehicle inspection and fault reporting
- Adherence to health, safety & environmental regulations
- Safe handling of tools, chemicals & heavy equipment
- Knowledge of workplace hazard control
- Accurate maintenance record-keeping
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong problem-solving & analytical thinking
- Teamwork & collaboration
- Good communication with supervisors and operators
- Attention to detail
- Time management and reliability
- Sand blasting and confined space entry
- Surface treatment and spray painting
- Ultra high pressure water jetting
Languages
French
Advanced (C1)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Accomplishments
• Successfully carried out major engine, gearbox, and differential overhauls on a wide range of heavy-duty equipment, including trucks, excavators, loaders, and plant machinery.
• Achieved a high first-time fix rate, reducing equipment downtime and increasing fleet availability for operations.
• Diagnosed complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults using advanced diagnostic tools and implemented effective solutions that saved the company significant repair costs.
Certification
- Certified Heavy Duty Mechanic
- Diesel Engine Maintenance Certification
- Shipyard Industrual Painting And Surface Treatment
- SMAW(6G welder)
- HSE Safety
Licence
- Valid Driver's Licence
- Heavy Duty Machinery Licence
Timeline
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Al Jazeera Shipping
04.2023 - Current
SMAW(6G welder)
COMETAL
02.2015 - 12.2017
Marine Mechanic(Supervisor)
Chantier Naval/Shipyard And Industrial Engineering
09.2007 - 03.2021
Shipyard IndustruaI Painting And Surface Treatment
Transocean
06.2002 - 09.2007
Advanced Diploma - Heavy Duty Mechanic and Operations
NATIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT POOL:MATGENIE
Diploma - AUTO MECHANICS & INDUSTRIAL WELDING AND METAL FABRICATION
OIC