STEPHEN CHIKA OLEFORO

Ramp Operations Professional
Kano State, NG.

About

Highly accomplished and safety-focused Ramp Operations professional with over 4 years of experience, specializing in optimizing aircraft turnaround, baggage handling, and loading supervision to ensure stringent ramp safety compliance. Proven leader in coordinating complex ground operations, directing ramp teams, and enforcing aviation safety standards to consistently achieve on-time departures and operational excellence in fast-paced airport environments.

Work

NAHCO AVIANCE PLC
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Operations Assistant (Ramp)

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Led and coordinated critical aircraft turnaround activities, ensuring safety, efficiency, and strict compliance with aviation standards and operational targets.

Highlights

Coordinated critical aircraft turnaround activities, collaborating with diverse ground teams (fueling, catering, boarding) to optimize operational efficiency and on-time departures.

Led ramp teams and conducted comprehensive pre-flight/shift briefings, ensuring 100% adherence to safety procedures, SOPs, and SLAs during aircraft arrival and departure.

Supervised precise aircraft loading and unloading, complying with load instructions and Weight & Balance requirements, and leveraging the Baggage Reconciliation System (BRS) for accurate tracing and control.

Championed a proactive safety culture by identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and breaches, supporting timely corrective actions and contributing to operational excellence.

KADESH BARNEA ENTERPREISE
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Production/Safety Supervisor

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Supervised production processes and enforced safety protocols to ensure high-quality output and a secure working environment.

Highlights

Ensured strict adherence to safety procedures and industry regulations, minimizing operational risks and fostering a safe working environment.

Supervised production processes, consistently achieving high-quality output and timely delivery targets.

Delivered comprehensive first aid and safety training to staff, significantly reducing workplace incidents and enhancing overall safety awareness.

ACCESS BANK PLC
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Customer Service Officer

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Delivered exceptional customer service in high-volume banking environments, resolving issues and maintaining accurate records.

Highlights

Provided high-quality service in high-volume banking environments, enhancing communication and interpersonal skills for effective customer and team coordination.

Maintained accurate records and efficiently resolved customer issues, consistently meeting strict service timelines and demonstrating strong documentation discipline.

Education

KANO UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, WUDIL
Wudil, Kano State, Nigeria

B. Agric

Agricultural Economics and Extension

Certificates

ULD Handling

Issued By

AATO

Aircraft Weight and Balance

Issued By

AATO

Supervising Aircraft Loading

Issued By

AATO

Baggage and Cargo Handling

Issued By

AATO

Dangerous Goods Regulations (Cat. 8 & 10)

Issued By

AATO

Aviation Security Awareness

Issued By

AATO

Safety Management Systems

Issued By

AATO

Baggage Reconciliation System (Outstations)

Issued By

Qatar Airways

Human Factor

Issued By

Qatar Airways

Proficiency Certificate in Management

Issued By

Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered)

Levels 1, 2 & 3 Training Certificates in Health, Safety, Security and Environment

Issued By

Prime International Risk and Safety Management

Skills

Ramp Operations & Management

Team Leadership, Shift Briefings, Ramp Operations, Aircraft Load Supervision, ULD Handling & Inventory, Baggage Reconciliation (BRS), Operational Documentation, Time Management, Aircraft Turnaround Coordination, Baggage Handling, Cargo Handling.

Aviation Safety & Compliance

SOP & Aviation Security Compliance, Dangerous Goods Regulations (Cat. 8 & 10), Safety Management Systems, Serviceability Checks, Hazard Reporting & Documenting, Proactive Safety Culture, Industry Regulations.

Technical & Software

Microsoft Office Suite.

Interpersonal & Communication

Communication, Teamwork, Mentoring, Stakeholder Collaboration, Problem Solving.