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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Adams Sammy  Olaka

Adams Sammy Olaka

Marine Surveyor
Mombasa

Summary

Dedicated and goal oriented holder of a BSc in Marine Engineering open and eager to grow professionally to become an asset and to spark meaningful change globally.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
6045
6045
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Marine Surveyor

Rockledge East Africa Limited
01.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with shipowners to implement safety management systems, reducing accidents and losses.
  • Enhanced ship performance by providing recommendations for hull, machinery, and equipment repairs.
  • Conducted comprehensive audits of onboard safety procedures, resulting in improved crew training programs and emergency preparedness.
  • Supported clients in maritime litigation cases by providing expert knowledge on technical aspects of ships and cargoes.

Instructor

Harbour View Maritime Training Institute
10.2024 - Current
  • Course delivery via lectures and practical exercises of Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Course
  • Student assessment and certification
  • Ensuring training is done in compliance with international safety standards
  • Student Mentorship and Guidance

Systems and Service Engineer

Sunjin Entech Co. Limited
05.2023 - 09.2024
  • Conducting operational tests on equipment and machinery
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
  • Installation, repair and maintenance of machinery and equipment
  • Performing hydraulic equipment installation and repair
  • Managing projects, taking lead in making presentations to potential clients
  • Preparing daily reports of work done for assessment

Junior Marine Engineer

Mbita Ferry Services
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Implemented maintenance programs
  • Conducted maintenance, repair and overhauls
  • Participated in engine room watch keeping and report writing
  • Performed bunkering operations
  • Participated in undertaking safety procedures and drills on board

Marine Engineering Intern

Sun Fire and Safety Supplies Limited/ M.V Bari
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Worked in the engineering workshops doing metal work on lathe, milling and drilling machines
  • Performed repair and maintenance of fire fighting equipment and life saving appliances from ships
  • Performed maintenance, repair and service work on MV Bari to bring it to seaworthiness

Education

BSC - MARINE ENGINEERING

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology

HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -

Friends School Kamusinga

PRIMARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -

Fountain Gate Preparatory School

Skills

Teamwork

Certification

Registered Graduate Engineer, Engineers Board of Kenya, 10/22/21, CURRENT, Nairobi, Kenya

References

  • Joseph Mwangi Ngaru, African Region Sales Manager, Sunjin Entech, jngaru@sunjincmk.com, (+254) 748283359
  • Eng. Samuel Otieno Abich, Mentor, Graduate Engineers Internship Program Manager, sabich@ebk.go.ke, (+254) 716809201
  • Munyoki Mwendwa, Proprietor, Sun Fire and Safety Supplies Limited, nyoki30@gmail.com, (+254) 722871754
  • Dr. Christiaan Adika Adenya, Chairman Marine Engineering Department, University Professor, adika@eng.jkuat.ac.ke, (+254) 733750176

Timeline

Marine Surveyor

Rockledge East Africa Limited
01.2025 - Current

Instructor

Harbour View Maritime Training Institute
10.2024 - Current

Systems and Service Engineer

Sunjin Entech Co. Limited
05.2023 - 09.2024

Junior Marine Engineer

Mbita Ferry Services
01.2022 - 11.2022

Marine Engineering Intern

Sun Fire and Safety Supplies Limited/ M.V Bari
05.2019 - 07.2019

BSC - MARINE ENGINEERING

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Technology

HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -

Friends School Kamusinga

PRIMARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -

Fountain Gate Preparatory School
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