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Abdulaziz Almohanna

Smart Metering & Settlement Division Manager
Riyadh

Summary

Dynamic manager with a proven track record at Saudi Electricity Company, excelling in strategic planning and operations management. Spearheaded smart metering initiatives, enhancing data reliability and customer satisfaction. Skilled in financial administration and cross-functional team coordination, driving significant improvements in compliance and efficiency while resolving high-value disputes effectively.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificates

Work History

Smart Metering & Settlement Division Manager

Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
01.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw the full lifecycle of smart meter data reporting, including reviewing outputs from the Meter Data Management System, identifying and reporting unconnected or missing meters, and ensuring data validity through coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Reported and followed up on meter malfunctions, participated in quality audits, and provided historical and on-demand meter data to support operational and regulatory needs.
  • Prepared and submitted comprehensive meter reading reports and settlement data related to TUoS Agreements, Wheeling Agreements, Bulk Supply Agreements (BSA), and Energy Conversion Agreements (ECA), while monitoring customer compliance with declared net demand levels.
  • Oversaw KPI reporting, settlement accuracy, and process implementation to enhance operational consistency and efficiency.
  • Reviewed technical and financial elements of customer agreements to ensure regulatory alignment and contractual soundness.
  • Strengthened stakeholder relationships and improved customer satisfaction by resolving issues promptly and maintaining service standards.
  • Introduced new metering technologies and drove continuous improvements in data reliability, reporting, and service delivery.
  • Ensured full compliance with NGSA, SEC, and SERA Grid Code regulations, while supporting audits by the Ministry of Energy and the Saudi Energy Efficiency Center.
  • Led the division through organizational change while maintaining performance, meeting goals, and supporting cross-functional collaboration.
  • Coordinated with internal teams to deliver projects on time and within budget, while tracking performance and adjusting strategies as needed.
  • Contributed to the development of departmental strategies, KPIs, and budgets aligned with business line objectives to ensure integration and performance.
  • Managed and developed division staff through recruitment, performance evaluation, coaching, and targeted training programs.
  • Fostered a transparent, positive work environment through open communication, recognition, and professional development initiatives.

Transmission Engineer

Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
10.2016 - 12.2021
  • Participated in drafting NGSA agreements including energy wheeling agreements, system operation protocols, net demand agreements for TUoS customers, and related procedures (e.g., network losses and meter data validation) in accordance with SERA regulations.
  • Led initiatives on transmission loss calculations, audited metering data, and evaluated gross/net demand to ensure accurate and timely TUoS billing.
  • Successfully resolved a high-value dispute with bulk transmission customers, resulting in a SAR 465 million settlement.
  • Conducted detailed reviews of settlement data and customer agreements to ensure billing accuracy and alignment with the Saudi Grid Code from both technical and financial perspectives.
  • Maintained strong stakeholder relationships through consistent communication and collaboration, contributing to efficient financial processes and dispute resolution.
  • Supported grid reliability and operational stability through load forecasting, economic dispatch analysis, and data evaluation.

Trainee Electrical Engineer

ILF-Tecon & Partners Engineering PSC
03.2016 - 08.2016
  • Reviewed technical tenders and engineering documentation for large-scale infrastructure projects, including water transmission systems and wastewater tunneling for major clients like SWCC and NWC.
  • Conducted site visits to assess project progress and compliance, preparing technical reports and recommendations for senior management.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, gained hands-on engineering experience, and analyzed findings to deliver well-structured reports to senior management.

Education

MBA - Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)

King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Idaho State University
Pocatello, Idaho, USA
04.2001 -

Skills

Strategic planning

Certification

Converge -User Training for MDM, Ladis + Gyr (Prague,Czech Republic) 2 Weeks

Timeline

Smart Metering & Settlement Division Manager

Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
01.2022 - Current

Converge -User Training for MDM, Ladis + Gyr (Prague,Czech Republic) 2 Weeks

08-2019

Power Quality, Power Quality Committe & GCC Electrical Testing Laboratory, (Al Khobar, KSA) 3 days

08-2019

EMS training part 2, GE Grid Technical Institute (Massy, France) 2 Weeks

11-2018

EMS training part 1, GE Grid Technical Institute (Massy, France) 2 Weeks

11-2017

Transmission Engineer

Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
10.2016 - 12.2021

IOSH, Sustainability Leaders Group (Riyadh,KSA) 2 Weeks

09-2016

Trainee Electrical Engineer

ILF-Tecon & Partners Engineering PSC
03.2016 - 08.2016

MBA - Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)

King Saud University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Idaho State University
04.2001 -

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