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Abdulwahab Al Mekhlafi
Sr. Project And Maintenance Engineer
Riyadh,01
Summary
Experienced Project and Maintenance Engineer with over 5 years in the food and beverage industry, known for successfully managing and maintaining production equipment, developing preventive maintenance programs, and leading efficiency-improving projects. Renowned for strong problem-solving, analytical abilities, and excellent communication and teamwork skills, Highly motivated and results-driven, dedicated to enhancing productivity and operational success.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
6
Certificates
2
Languages
Work History
Janiya for Food Investment, Riyadh, Riyadh Region
Lead Facility Engineer
4 2024 - Current
Job overview
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and energy-saving initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records of facility repairs and maintenance activities, supporting effective budget management.
- Collaborated with architects and designers on facility expansion projects, providing engineering expertise to optimize space usage.
- Performed root cause analysis on recurring issues within the facilities infrastructure to develop long-term resolutions.
- Coordinated with vendors for outsourced services, negotiating contracts to ensure cost-effective solutions.
- Reduced downtime during equipment failures by developing contingency plans for critical systems.
- Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
- Identified and resolved potential structural issues.
- Drafted and reviewed construction schedules, environmental impact studies and project designs.
Food Basics Co., Riyadh
Sr. Project and Maintenance Engineer
08.2021 - 04.2024
Job overview
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
- Reduced downtime through efficient troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Recommended improvements for design, construction means and materials based on field or changing conditions.
- Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Reports on the status of all projects to management and stakeholders. This includes providing regular updates on progress, risks, and challenges.
- Coordinates with outsourced engineering teams and supervisors to ensure that all engineering work is completed to Food Basics' high standards. This includes setting priorities, tracking progress, and resolving any issues that arise.
- Responds to and follows up on all engineering issues that arise during projects. This includes quickly assessing situation, determining the best course of action, and ensuring that the problem is resolved as quickly as possible.
- Manages the engineering budget and ensures that all projects are completed within budget. This includes tracking expenses, identifying cost savings opportunities, and managing change orders.
- Maintained strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, securing high-quality parts at competitive prices for the company.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular inspections, identifying hazards, and recommending corrective actions.
- Evaluated new technologies or methodologies related to Maintenance Engineering which helped keep the company up-to-date with industry trends.
- Coordinated with external vendors for timely completion of critical repairs and upgrades.
- Negotiated service contracts with suppliers, achieving cost-effective maintenance support.
Masdar Al Hayat For Food Industries Ltd. (FONTE), Riyadh, Riyadh Region
Maintenance and Planning Engineer
11.2018 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
- Reduced downtime through efficient troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular inspections, identifying hazards, and recommending corrective actions.
- Established maintenance schedules to ensure timely completion of all required tasks while minimizing disruptions to operations.
- Visually inspected and tested machinery and equipment, performing routine preventive maintenance.
- Evaluated new technologies or methodologies related to Maintenance Engineering which helped keep the company up-to-date with industry trends.
- Collaborated with production teams to align maintenance activities with production schedules, minimizing disruptions.
- Developed work scope for contracted projects, analyzing received quotes and recommending preferred vendors.
- Supervised daily operations, including employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Fast response to production breakdowns.
- Successfully completed a projects to upgrade the production lines.
- Led a team of engineers and technicians.
- Assisted in the preparation of accurate cost estimates and budgets, ensuring financial feasibility of proposed projects.
Masdar Al Hayat For Food Industries Ltd. (FONTE), Riyadh, Riyadh Region
Maintenance Technician
12.2017 - 11.2018
Job overview
- Complete daily, weekly, and monthly checklists to ensure that all equipment is properly maintained and functioning properly.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Supported inventory management efforts, tracking spare parts usage and reordering as necessary.
Education
University Of Sciences And Technology (UST) , Sanaa
Bachelor of Engineering from Industrial Electronics And Automated Control
02.2012 - 2016.06
Skills
Team Management
Certification
SIMATIC S1200-7 ANALOG & HMI (PLC)
Affiliations
- Saudi Council of Engineers
- Project Management Institute
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Career advancementCompany CultureTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsLanguages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Management Strategy of Preventive and Predictive Maintenance for Devices and Equipment
09-2021
Sr. Project and Maintenance Engineer
Food Basics Co.
08.2021 - 04.2024
Maintenance and Planning Engineer
Masdar Al Hayat For Food Industries Ltd. (FONTE)
11.2018 - 08.2021
Maintenance Technician
Masdar Al Hayat For Food Industries Ltd. (FONTE)
12.2017 - 11.2018
SIMATIC S1200-7 ANALOG & HMI (PLC)
06-2016
AutoCAD MEP – Electrical
06-2016
AutoCAD Electrical For Designs Electrical Drawing
05-2016
Supervision of The Implementation of Electrical
05-2016
Occupational Health and Safety
04-2016
University Of Sciences And Technology (UST)
Bachelor of Engineering from Industrial Electronics And Automated Control
02.2012 - 2016.06
Lead Facility Engineer
Janiya for Food Investment
4 2024 - Current
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