Marcus Jerome Rwelamira
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Motivated and safety-conscious junior pipeline operator with structured exposure to oil and gas pipeline operations through a two-year apprenticeship program under EACOP Academy. Trained in crude oil pipeline design, construction, commissioning, operation, and maintenance, with foundational understanding of process control systems including SCADA and DCS. Familiar with core operational principles such as process safety, emergency response, and firefighting systems, supporting safe and efficient plant operations.
Demonstrates strong teamwork, adaptability, and leadership potential, with a continuous learning mindset and the ability to quickly integrate technical knowledge into operational environments. Eager to contribute to safe, reliable, and efficient operations within the oil and gas industry while further developing hands-on competency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Apprentice
SEAOWL
Dar es Saalam
2024.09 - 2026.12
- Gained practical understanding of crude oil pipeline systems and exposure to full oil & gas value chain, from transportation through to custody transfer operations.
- Applied Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) practices and Control of Work systems in daily operational and training activities within structured industrial environments.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and technical documents including PFDs, P&IDs, SLDs, and ESD logic diagrams to support understanding of process and pipeline operations.
- Developed foundational knowledge of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and measurement principles relevant to pipeline transport and processing operations.
- Acquired familiarity with infrastructure assurance and custody transfer operations ensuring accuracy and integrity in product transfer systems.
- Observed and supported operation of mechanical equipment including pumps, compressors, rotating machinery, bearings, and lubrication systems.
- Gained introductory understanding of electrical systems including power generation, distribution networks, and protection systems in industrial facilities.
- Developed exposure to instrumentation and control systems including SCADA, PLC, SIS, and process control systems used in pipeline monitoring and control.
- Familiarized with static equipment and utility systems such as heat exchangers, pressure vessels, storage tanks, and nitrogen/air systems.
- Acquired basic understanding of maintenance management systems (CMMS), condition monitoring techniques, and equipment inspection practices used in asset integrity management.
Health, Safety and Environmental Officer
WORKS CONTRACTORS LIMITED (WCL)
Dar Es Salaam
2020.11 - 2021.11
- Inspecting worksite for potential hazards and establishing, implementing, and monitoring control measures.
- Conducting toolbox talks, pre-job safety meetings, job hazard analysis and ensuring safe system of work and communication during operations/activities.
- Ensuring that all health and safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to, regularly reviewed, updated and communicated.
- Ensuring that accidents and near misses are documented, investigated and that proposed control measures are effectively put in place.
- Creating Health, Safety and Environmental programs along with their implementation. This includes fire drills, on-site health and safety trainings, safety signage posting and safety data sheet distribution.
- Carrying out workplace and task risk assessments and ensuring communication of output information to all affected parties.
- Manage and advise on agenda of promoting HSE along with formulating and distributing minutes for health and safety committee meetings to SHE representatives.
- Identifying environmental aspects and impacts of activities and services along with their operational controls to reduce negative impacts.
Trainee Health and Safety Officer
IBRA CONTRACTORS LIMITED
Dar Es Salaam
2020.07 - 2020.10
- Conducting inspections, identifying hazards and EHS violations to be addressed during daily safety meetings, to prevent accidents from occurring.
- Conducting and documenting trainings held for specific tasks to ensure safe working environment.
- Preparing weekly safety reports
- Administering proper PPE and providing solutions and intervention strategies for hygiene, and safety hazards.
- Ensuring compliance with company policy and other regulatory authorities. e.g. OSHA, NEMC etc.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Engineering
Ardhi University
Dar es salaam 2015.01 - 2020.01
Masters of Science - Integrated Environmental Management
UDSM
Tanzania 2021.11 - 2024.11
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for reporting, data documentation, and operational communication
- Basic working knowledge of AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and EPANET for interpreting engineering drawings, pipeline layouts, and hydraulic systems
- Ability to interpret basic engineering documents including P&IDs, facility descriptions, SLD's and 3D layouts
- Familiar with SCADA and DCS systems for monitoring and supporting control of pipeline and process operations
- Strong understanding of workplace safety practices including hazard identification, housekeeping standards, and emergency preparedness
- Fundamental knowledge of cathodic protection systems and corrosion control principles in pipeline integrity management
- Awareness of construction and project control activities including BOQs, RFIs, and quantity survey measurement methods
- Basic understanding of lifting operations, crane selection considerations, and ground stability requirements
- Enhanced awareness of environmental protection practices including waste segregation and contamination control
- Ability to integrate effectively into multidisciplinary teams in both field and control room environments under supervised operations
- Strong observation and reporting skills during site inspections, audits, and management walk-downs
- Ability to coordinate and communicate effectively within multidisciplinary teams including client, contractor, and subcontractor interfaces
- Strong understanding of process safety principles, emergency response procedures, and firefighting systems in industrial environments
- Ability to identify abnormal operating conditions, equipment irregularities, and early system deviations during routine monitoring
- Strong teamwork and adaptability skills, with ability to function in dynamic and structured operational environments
- Ability to follow operational procedures, support task prioritization, and contribute to timely execution of maintenance and operational activities
Certification
- Certificates of National Course in Occupational Safety and Health (NOSCH 1) by OSHA
- Graduate Engineer registered under the Engineers Registration Board (ERB)
- EACOP Academy Training Program in the Oil and Gas Industry
- Marine Loading Arms Training by Baretti.
- Centrifugal Fire Water Pumps by SPP PUMPS
- Pipeline Engineering, Construction, Commissioning and Integrity Management by Worley
Languages and Degree of Proficiency
English: Speaking - Fluent, Writing - Excellent, Reading - Fluent
Kiswahili: Speaking - Fluent, Writing - Excellent, Reading - Fluent
French: Speaking - Conversational, Writing - Intermediate, Reading - Intermediate
Referees
- Hazourni, Site Supervisor, +255 715 004 175, Ibra Contractors Limited
- Mike, Wolfgang, General Manager, workscontractors00@gmail.com, +255 764 26 27 15, Works Contractors Limited
- Edward, V.M Maganga, Lecturer, maganga.vme@gmail.com, +255 754 831 733, Ardhi University
- Kisiaki Juma, kisiaki.juma@eacop.com, +255 767 241 841, Field Operations- Training Co-ordinator
Interests
Song-writing, visual directing, and performance.
Relevant Modules
- Introduction to EACOP Crude Oil Pipeline & Oil and Gas Industry Fundamentals
- Permit to Work (PTW), Risk Assessment, Job Safety Analysis (JSA) & Safety Culture
- Pipeline Infrastructure, Control and Safety Systems
- Crude Oil Processing, Storage, Transportation and Trading
- Crude Oil Characteristics, Flow and Heat Transfer
- Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics and Process Measurements
- Piping Systems, Valves, Fittings and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
- Technical Drawings Interpretation (PFDs, P&IDs, UFDs, ESD Logic)
- Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation Systems Fundamentals
- Pumps, Compressors, Rotating Equipment and Machinery Drivers
- Static Equipment and Heat Transfer Systems
- Utilities and Auxiliary Systems (Instrument Air, Water, Drain and Nitrogen Systems)
- Thermal Equipment and Power Generation Systems
- Fire and Gas Detection Systems, SIS, HIPPS and LIHH
- Process Control and Automation (SCADA, ICSS, ESD, PCS)
- Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Condition Monitoring
- Pipeline Corrosion Control, Cathodic Protection and Integrity Management
- Environmental, Safety and Emergency Procedures for Pipeline Operations
- Crude Oil Spill Prevention, Response and Reinstatement
- Process and Mechanical Isolation, Sampling and Quality Control
- Oil & Gas Processing Operations (Pumps, Compressors, Heaters, Separation and Gas Dehydration)
Timeline
Apprentice
SEAOWL
2024.09 - 2026.12
Masters of Science - Integrated Environmental Management
UDSM
2021.11 - 2024.11
Health, Safety and Environmental Officer
WORKS CONTRACTORS LIMITED (WCL)
2020.11 - 2021.11
Trainee Health and Safety Officer
IBRA CONTRACTORS LIMITED
2020.07 - 2020.10
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Engineering
Ardhi University
2015.01 - 2020.01