Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
Technical Expertise
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Ali Murtaza

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Results-oriented with 10+ years of experience in critical facilities management, facilities operation&maintenance, managed services, design, implementation, and mission-critical environmental. Proficient in white space management. Skilled in leveraging data center principles and certifications to optimize facility operations. Dedicated team player with a passion for delivering efficient and reliable solutions.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Datacentre Facilities Management

BUSINESS MAGNIFICENCE for INDUSTRY
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
06.2022 - 02.2025
  • Designed and implemented Data Centre facilities protocols and Single Line Drawings
  • Created maintenance procedures based on vendor manuals for project management
  • Adhered to SOPs, EOPs, and MOPs for routine and essential maintenance
  • Directed work order coordination for engineers and technicians, ensuring maintenance accuracy with vendors
  • Performed routine inspections ensuring optimal BMS system performance and addressing alarms promptly
  • Conducted routine testing of engine generators under conditions simulating utility disconnection
  • Planned maintenance and redundancy strategies for rotating equipment to ensure operational efficiency
  • Responded to unplanned events and emergencies to ensure uninterrupted data centre operations
  • Reported emergency failures and alarms to maintenance engineers and approved suppliers
  • Calibrated and maintained tools ensuring optimal performance and reliability
  • Streamlined SOPs, EOPs, and MOPs by implementing formal change request processes
  • Enhanced operational redundancy through optimised facility settings and accurate labelling

Technical Facilities Maintenance Manager

MOBISERVE HOLDING, SAUDI ARABIA
, Saudi Arabia
02.2021 - 06.2022
  • Managed electrical services across diverse sectors
  • Collaborated with clients and engineers on ongoing and upcoming projects
  • Created comprehensive specifications and technical drawings ensuring compliance and customer contentment
  • Conducted precise calculations to determine standards for construction and installation projects
  • Ensured compliance with specifications and codes in installation and maintenance
  • Generated in-depth reports on electrical engineering projects for stakeholder review
  • Drafted specifications for sourcing electrical equipment and materials
  • Mentored and led team members in project execution
  • Evaluated costs in materials, labor, and construction for reliable budget planning
  • Collaborated with technicians to maintain and repair electrical equipment effectively

Technical Facilities Manager

AL RASHID COMATEC
, Saudi Arabia
03.2019 - 01.2021

Technical Facilities Manager | Technical Building facilities Project with STC – Project ( MCFM/TFM ) (VENDOR – ERICSSON)

Technical Facilities Manager

SEDER GROUP
, Saudi Arabia
03.2018 - 02.2019

Technical Facilities Manager | LDN & MSAN Huawei Project with STC – Project Code 11154

Technical Facilities Manager

DATALINK SERVICES
, Saudi Arabia
09.2017 - 02.2018

Technical Facilities Manager | Technical Building Facilities Project ( MCFM/TFM )

Technical Facilities Manager

SEDER GROUP
, Saudi Arabia
08.2015 - 08.2017

Technical Facilities Manager | Technical Building Facilities Project ( MCFM/TFM | Others Multiple Projects With STC and Huawei

TRANSPORT Engineer

SEDER GROUP
, Saudi Arabia
08.2014 - 08.2015

TRANSPORT Engineer | Huawei Project ( 4G1/4G2/4G3 Swap Project/4G3 ES Project/USF5/USF10/USF11) Others Multiple Projects With STC and Huawei

Education

Master of Engineering - Telecom & Control Systems

BAHA UDDIN ZAKARIYA UNIVERSITY
Pakistan

Skills

  • Datacentre Facilities Management and Operation
  • Project Development and Implementation
  • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
  • Infrastructure Capacity Planning and Management
  • Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies
  • Performance management and training
  • Cost Estimation and Optimisation
  • SLA and Key Performance Indicator Oversight
  • Procurement contract and vendor handling

Certification

  • PMP Certified, PMI Registered Education Provider, #4101
  • Certified from Association of State Boards of Accountancy, #140940
  • ISO 19011:2018 certification for ISO QMS 9001:2015, EMS 14001:2015, and QH&S 45001:2018
  • International Hardware Training Certificate, Huawei University
  • IEEE appreciation and certifications for thesis work, #14WWSACLS042
  • Data Centre Certified Associate (DCCA), Schneider Data Centre Univ.
  • Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP), EXIN EPI, 6009197.20932596
  • Certificated Crisis Management, London School of Public Relation Limited, 06/23/22

Accomplishments

    Hajj Planning Appreciation Certificates from STC (2015 -2024) for successfully managing Hajj operations Event.

References

References available upon request.

Technical Expertise

•Developed preventive maintenance programs for critical facilities equipment.

•Established effective maintenance contracts with OEMs and managed services for critical systems.

•Created contingency plans focused on zero downtime for data centre facilities.

•Hands-on troubleshooting experience with UPS, Gensets, ATS, breakers, chillers, AHUs, CRAHs, CRACs, FAS, and chiller pumps.

•Conducted risk analysis for operational systems in critical facilities.

•Managed site failure simulations and periodic alarm testing for critical systems.

•Oversaw daily operations of critical facilities.

•Handled third-party SLAs and procurement of spare parts for critical systems.

•Formed project technical teams and managed workforce.

•Supported technical and financial responses for RFPs related to critical systems.

•Lead data centre operations and maintenance projects.

•Conducted monthly and annual project audits.

•Managed contingency and recovery plans for the disasters.

•Coordinated special event management (including Hajj and Ramadan).

•Managed assets, equipment inventory, and spare parts.

•Oversaw performance management and reporting.

•Managed resource availability and transition/exit operations plans.

•Conducted root cause analysis and incident management.

Timeline

Datacentre Facilities Management

BUSINESS MAGNIFICENCE for INDUSTRY
06.2022 - 02.2025

Technical Facilities Maintenance Manager

MOBISERVE HOLDING, SAUDI ARABIA
02.2021 - 06.2022

Technical Facilities Manager

AL RASHID COMATEC
03.2019 - 01.2021

Technical Facilities Manager

SEDER GROUP
03.2018 - 02.2019

Technical Facilities Manager

DATALINK SERVICES
09.2017 - 02.2018

Technical Facilities Manager

SEDER GROUP
08.2015 - 08.2017

TRANSPORT Engineer

SEDER GROUP
08.2014 - 08.2015

Master of Engineering - Telecom & Control Systems

BAHA UDDIN ZAKARIYA UNIVERSITY
Ali Murtaza