Jefrey E. Nelson, P.E., B.Eng.

Experience

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  Jamalco, Clarendon Alumina Works

  Jun 2001 - Jul 2001

  Assistant to Powerhouse Reliability Engineer - Mechanical [Internship]

  ● Coordinated the installation of Class-level access symbols within the Powerhouse Department● Collaborated with external contractors for the installation of an Ingersoll-Rand air compressor● Developed and documented a safe working welding procedures manual

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  KCT Services Ltd

  Aug 2002 - Jun 2016

  Led and motivated team members executing planned and corrective maintenance activities on container handling equipment to include Electric and Hydraulic Straddle Carriers, Reach Stackers, Empty Handlers, Terminal Tractors and Road Heads.● Analyzed repeated failures of brake oil cooling units on Straddle Carriers translating to a hydraulic circuit redesign and 100% elimination of this failure mode.● Coordinated on-the-job training and development of 25+ new technicians, leading to equipment late for scheduled maintenance work being reduced to single digit in August 2014.● Delivered technical training workshops (PLC operation, interpretation of schematic diagrams/symbols, and electrical, hydraulic and mechanical system maintenance) to 20 staff.● Monitored overseas contractors performing 4000 hours PMs and Engine Replacement programs on Straddle Carriers, and provided timely and concise progress reports to Section Manager.● Travelled to the UK, Germany and the Netherlands to perform functional suitability assessment of equipment (Noell Diesel-Electric & Kalmar Diesel-Hydraulic Straddle Carriers, Hyster Empty Handlers) being considered for acquisition by the Port Authority of Jamaica.● Deputized for Manager, Mobile Equipment, creating and adjusting work schedules, and provided leadership and accountability for the operation of the section in meeting its stated KPIs. Show less Executed preventative and corrective maintenance activities on Straddle Carriers, Reach Stackers, Empty Handlers, Terminal Tractors and Road Heads.● Interpreted equipment hydraulic, electrical and PLC diagrams and employed root cause analysis (RCA) to identify and eliminate related failures● Troubleshot electrical circuits; replaced defective engine/transmission looms, I/O modules, sensors, relays, etc.● Overhauled single/double acting hydraulic cylinders, gear and variable-displacement piston pumps, and wet disc brake assemblies● Utilized CHAMPS Computerized Maintenance Management Software to create purchase and material requisitions, and enter logs for maintenance activities performed Show less

  • Supervisor, Mobile Equipment

    Aug 2012 - Jun 2016

  • Maintenance Technician

    Aug 2002 - Jul 2012
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  Kingston Freeport Terminal Ltd

  Jul 2016 - Aug 2017

  Directed the activities of the Planning & Scheduling, Mobile Equipment Section, to optimize process efficiency and realize effectiveness of maintenance work. Assessed resources – labour, tools, support equipment, spares – and evaluated policies and procedures against overarching department maintenance strategies to develop & implement improvement plans.● Performed effectiveness assessment of PM work tasks, identifying deficiencies – inefficient work flow, lack of specialized tools, and outdated procedures.● Reviewed inspection reports and analyzed data to determine fitness for service, quality of inspection, appropriate inspection interval, etc.● Assessed equipment rate of utilization and identified approaching maintenance interval and initiated preparation for same.● Reviewed equipment maintenance manuals to develop PM work packages, identified required resources - spares, tools, support equipment - and, where necessary, initiated procurement.● Assessed material usage rate, and adjusted inventory parameters as required.● Assessed work practices/methodologies for safety and effectiveness, researched new tools/equipment, and liaised with purchasing and stores teams for the acquisition of same.● Prepared daily schedule of maintenance activities for execution teams. Show less Directed the day-to-day asset management performance of a team consisting of 11 Maintenance Technicians; motivate personnel, develop skills matrix to identify personnel capability development opportunities and request/provide training.● Training Department Secondment – Drove home the concept of “Safety Saves Lives” to mobile equipment Supervisors & Technicians with the creation and subsequent delivery of Maintenance Safe Work Practice one day seminars, contributing to reductions of personnel injuries. Show less

  • Supervisor, Micro-Planning

    Nov 2016 - Aug 2017

  • Supervisor, Preventive Maintenance

    Jul 2016 - Nov 2016
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  Wisynco Group Ltd

  Sept 2017 - Oct 2020

  Fleet Manager

  Managed the Fleet Maintenance Department. Developed the department's organizational structure, implemented equipment performance KPIs, established spare parts inventory, and developed measures to track maintenance expenditure to facilitate annual budget creation. ✔ Developed & implemented meter-based PM program for LP forklifts and delivery trucks ✔ Developed Forklift Fleet Performance report to monitor mean time between failure (MTBF), PM to CM man-hour ratio, uptime, downtime and total in-service failures ✔ Developed Truck Fleet Performance report to monitor fuel economy, travel & idle time via on-board GPS system, and evaluated suitability of truck per route ✔ Assessed poor performance of delivery trucks, identified failure of their Tier-4 emissions system and engaged external contractors to effect required repairs ✔ Wrote Job Descriptions, interviewed & hired Maintenance Coordinators, Diesel Mechanics and Maintenance Technicians to provide in-house staffing solution for equipment maintenance Show less

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  The CB Group

  Oct 2020 - Aug 2021

  Fleet Manager

  Shared-Services Division team member. Support group objectives through strategic planning and execution, focus on quality, agility, cost reduction, and utilization of technology.✔ Engaged contractor to maintain refrigerated containers & achieved 20% improvement in availability.✔ Commenced shore power supply rehabilitation project to eliminate operating refrigerated truck Thermo King on engine at nights. Forecasted 10 – 12% fuel expenditure reduction.✔ Implemented Rubis fuel management solution & reduced fuel expense 8%.✔ Member of the “Grow Together” committee reporting into the Strategic Management Office (SMO). Show less

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  Aquasis Water Store

  Sept 2021 - now

  Managing Director