ALKASIM AHMAD GAMBO

Petroleum Engineer | NSE Graduate Member | Cisco Certified Cybersecurity Professional
Kano, NG.

About

Performance-driven Petroleum Engineer with a 3.58/5.0 GPA and proven expertise in drilling operations optimization, reservoir engineering, and HSE compliance. Demonstrated success in delivering 15% improvement in cross-border logistics efficiency and a 30% uplift in regional environmental standards. Seeking a Graduate Trainee role to leverage Python data analytics, cybersecurity foundations, and strategic problem-solving skills in reservoir management, production optimization, and data-driven field operations.

Work

Overone Consultancy Limited
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Supply Chain & Logistics Coordinator

Diffa, Diffa, Niger

Summary

Orchestrated end-to-end cross-border supply chain operations, achieving 100% on-time delivery and significant efficiency gains across a challenging logistics corridor.

Highlights

Orchestrated end-to-end cross-border supply chain operations across the Niger-Chad corridor, achieving 100% on-time delivery for over 50 textile inventory shipments in challenging terrain.

Engineered customs clearance optimization, reducing cross-border delays by 15% through strategic liaison with regulatory authorities and implementing process automation.

Achieved 100% inventory accuracy by implementing systematic tracking, cycle counts, and Python-based demand forecasting, effectively preventing stock-outs.

Coordinated logistics partners across 3+ countries, leveraging data-driven planning and vendor performance management to ensure uninterrupted supply continuity.

NESREA
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Environmental Compliance Officer (NYSC)

Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Led environmental compliance initiatives and community outreach programs, significantly improving regional adherence to environmental standards and fostering sustainable practices.

Highlights

Executed over 10 environmental compliance audits across Kaduna industrial facilities, contributing to a 30% regional improvement in environmental standards adherence.

Designed and launched 7 community outreach initiatives, educating over 500 residents on sustainable practices and fostering environmental stewardship.

Investigated environmental complaints utilizing structured root-cause analysis and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to effectively resolve compliance issues.

Authored comprehensive technical compliance reports, providing critical data to support regulatory decision-making and enforcement actions.

Maihali Drilling Company
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Drilling Operations Intern (SIWES II)

Kano, Kano, Nigeria

Summary

Optimized drilling strategies and ensured operational efficiency by analyzing geological data, maintaining critical equipment, and formulating advanced drilling fluids.

Highlights

Analyzed geological data and borehole characteristics to optimize drilling strategies for over 5 wells across diverse terrain types.

Operated and maintained critical drilling equipment, including rotary drill bits and mud systems, ensuring 100% uptime across active drilling campaigns.

Formulated advanced drilling fluids and conducted comprehensive rheological analysis, optimizing gel strength, plastic viscosity, and filtration loss for enhanced wellbore stability.

Documented daily drilling reports and performance data, establishing standardized operational procedures that were subsequently adopted by field teams.

NNPC (Nigerian Pipeline & Storage Co.)
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Pipeline Integrity & Maintenance Intern (SIWES I)

Kano, Kano, Nigeria

Summary

Monitored pipeline integrity and assisted with preventive maintenance scheduling, improving asset reliability and ensuring operational safety across transmission lines.

Highlights

Monitored pipeline integrity and conducted systematic defect inspections across over 20 km of transmission lines, identifying potential issues proactively.

Assisted in preventive maintenance scheduling and documentation, improving asset reliability tracking and reducing emergency repairs by 12%.

Utilized technical drawings and performed standards verification to ensure installation compliance and uphold operational safety standards.

Education

Bayero University Kano
Kano, Kano, Nigeria

Bachelor of Engineering

Petroleum Engineering

Grade: 3.58/5.00

Courses

Reservoir Engineering

Drilling Engineering

Petroleum Economics

Well Testing

Formation Evaluation

Petroleum Production Operations

Petroleum Geology

Production Geomechanics

Final Year Project: Rheological Study of Local and Beneficiated Clay Using Bagasse (2022–2023)

Engineered sustainable drilling mud formulations using locally sourced clay and sugarcane bagasse byproduct, achieving 20% reduction in filtration loss and improved gel strength/plastic viscosity vs. conventional additives.

Positioned cost-effective, environmentally sustainable solution for Nigerian drilling operations.

Languages

English
Hausa

Certificates

McKinsey Forward Program

Issued By

McKinsey & Company

Graduate Member, Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE)

Issued By

Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE)

NYSC Certificate: 223 A 00562451

Issued By

NYSC

Aspire Leaders Program

Issued By

Aspire Institute, Harvard-affiliated

Cisco Cybersecurity Essentials Certification

Issued By

Cisco Networking Academy

Skills

Professional Skills

McKinsey Problem-Solving Framework, Data Analytics, Stakeholder Management, Cross-Border Supply Chain Management, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Cybersecurity Foundations.

Core Expertise

Reservoir Engineering, Drilling Engineering, Production Optimization, Well Log Interpretation, Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR), Drilling Fluids Design, Wellbore Stability, Rheological Analysis, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Environmental Compliance, Root Cause Analysis.

Software & Tools

PETROMODE, PIPESIM, Python (Data Analysis), Microsoft Excel (Advanced), Microsoft Office Suite, Technical Report Writing.

Interests

Energy Solutions

Data-Driven Energy Solutions, Sustainable Oil & Gas Technology, Emerging Energy Innovation.

Leadership

Technical Leadership.