Stephen Awharitefe
About Stephen Awharitefe
Stephen Awharitefe is a Production Supervisor at Chevron in Nigeria, with extensive experience in the oil and gas industry, including various roles at Chevron and international experience in South Africa.
Current Position at Chevron
Stephen Awharitefe currently holds the position of Production Supervisor at Chevron in Nigeria. His responsibilities include overseeing production operations, ensuring safety protocols are adhered to, and managing operational efficiency. With a substantial background in the oil and gas sector, he contributes to Chevron's objectives by leveraging his extensive experience in the industry.
Previous Roles at Chevron
Stephen Awharitefe has a long history with Chevron, where he has worked in various capacities. From 2018 to 2019, he served as a Turnaround Operations Advisor. Prior to this, he was a Team Lead from 2014 to 2018. He also held the position of Operator twice, first from 2008 to 2011 and again from 2012 to 2014. Each role at Chevron has allowed him to develop a deep understanding of different facets of the company's operations.
International Experience
Stephen Awharitefe's professional experience extends beyond Nigeria. From 2011 to 2012, he worked in South Africa with Air Products as an Operator. This role provided him with valuable international exposure and a broader perspective on production operations and safety standards in the industry.
Educational Background
Stephen Awharitefe has a solid educational foundation in fields relevant to his career. He earned his Master's degree in Energy and Petroleum Economics from Delta State University, Nigeria, from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics-Electronics from Rivers State University of Science and Technology, where he studied from 1997 to 2000. His academic background has equipped him with the theoretical knowledge to complement his practical experience.
Previous Managerial and Operational Roles
Beyond his extensive tenure at Chevron, Stephen Awharitefe's career includes various managerial and operational roles. He was the Managing Director at Styba Nigeria Ltd from 2003 to 2005 and served as a Process Controller at Sasol Synfuels International (Pty) Ltd in Secunda from 2005 to 2008. His earlier career includes experience as a Site Manager at Bensboh Ent Ltd and in Procurement at Bonjiro Investments. These roles have provided him with a well-rounded skill set in management, process control, and procurement.