Suleiman Aliyu
Principal Trade Officer / Water Infrastructure Technician
Kaduna, NG.About
Highly experienced Water Infrastructure Technician with 22 years at Kaduna State Water Corporation, specializing in end-to-end water pipeline lifecycle management from installation to emergency repair. Proven expertise in supervising technical teams, conducting comprehensive network inspections, and implementing community-level water solutions. Holds a National Diploma in Civil Engineering and SMAW welding certification, making him an ideal professional for field-based WASH operations and infrastructure support roles with organizations like WaterAid.
Work
Kaduna State Water Corporation
|Principal Trade Officer
Kaduna State, Nigeria
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Summary
Led comprehensive water infrastructure projects and field operations, ensuring reliable water supply and maintaining network integrity across multiple communities within Kaduna State.
Highlights
Spearheaded the installation, connection, and repair of critical water distribution pipelines, ensuring reliable water supply to numerous communities across Kaduna State.
Directed and mentored teams of field technicians during comprehensive pipeline excavation, installation, and maintenance operations, optimizing operational efficiency and project timelines.
Implemented systematic inspection protocols for water distribution networks, proactively identifying and rectifying faults and leakage points to minimize water loss and service disruptions.
Led rapid response efforts for emergency pipeline bursts, coordinating multidisciplinary repair teams to restore essential water services efficiently and minimize community impact.
Applied advanced SMAW welding techniques for plate and pipe connections, ensuring structural integrity and longevity of water infrastructure components.
Managed community-level water system maintenance programs, significantly improving operational reliability and access to clean water for thousands of residents.
Facilitated community engagement initiatives, collaborating with local stakeholders during water system restoration and maintenance projects to ensure sustainable solutions and public acceptance.
Education
Federal Polytechnic Kaduna
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National Diploma (ND)
Civil Engineering
Certificates
SMAW Plate & Pipe Welding Certification
Issued By
Certification Authority
Skills
Water Infrastructure Management
Water pipeline installation, Water pipeline connection, Water pipeline repair, Water pipeline maintenance, Leak detection, Water distribution network inspection, Community water system maintenance, Field operations, Field engineering support, WASH operations.
Technical Proficiencies
SMAW plate welding, SMAW pipe welding, Civil Engineering principles.
Leadership & Operations
Supervision of junior technicians, Supervision of field workers, Team coordination, Emergency response coordination, Community engagement.