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As a Shutdown Leader, responsibilities include:

• Develop and manage comprehensive shutdown plans for electrical systems, including transformers, switchgear breakers, relays, etc. Determine necessary maintenance activities, replacement of parts and repair.
• Coordinate the schedule for shutdowns and restarts to minimize disruptions and ensure continuity in operations. Prioritize tasks based on the criticality of operations.
• Lead and oversee a team of electrical technicians and engineers in the shutdown, testing, and maintenance activities. Ensure that tasks are delegated appropriately and performed efficiently.
• Perform or oversee the testing of electrical equipment before shutdown and post-maintenance to ensure they are operating correctly. This may include but is not limited to insulation resistance testing, operational testing of relays, switchgear breakers, transformers, etc.
• Establish and enforce safety protocols for all shutdown and electrical testing work. Ensure full compliance with all safety procedures and regulations during high voltage testing and maintenance.
• Maintain open lines of communication with all stakeholders involved in the shutdown. Regularly update them on progress, possible risks, and troubleshoot issues as they arise. Generate end-of-shutdown reports detailing all maintenance activities performed, test results, and potential improvement areas.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all testing and maintenance activities, including data sheets of tested equipment, test results, actions taken, etc.

• Led performance reviews and tailored employee feedback to facilitate professional development.
• Provided leadership and direction for employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
• Streamlined processes to achieve efficiencies and cost savings.
• Successfully recruited over 15 high-performing team members, including engineers and technicians, fostering a skilled and dedicated work team.
• Led and managed a team to consistently surpass set Key Performance Indicator (KPI) targets, thereby improving overall operational effectiveness and team performance
• Diagnosed and repaired Electrical equipments faults.
• Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training and coaching.
• Analysed Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data to identify trends and achieve team goals.
• Maintained regular communication and conducted frequent follow-ups with the Maintenance Manager to discuss new plans, strategies, achievements, and future projects for the department.
• Regularly updated Maintenance Manager about the progress of ongoing projects, hurdles encountered, and steps taken to overcome them.
• Acted as a crucial link between the management and the on-ground maintenance team, facilitating smooth communication and ensuring the implementation of decided plans.
• Collaborated closely with the planning team to arrange preventive maintenance schedules, ensuring all tasks were carried out within the set timelines.
• Provided team with a clear maintenance timeline and work plans, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing downtime.
• Ensured that all maintenance activities were aligned with project objectives and were accomplished within the business' operational and budgetary constraints.
• Played a vital role in creating effective contingency plans to deal with any unexpected complications or delays during the maintenance process.

• Organised and directed maintenance shutdowns and startups.
• Supported continuous improvement through proactive planning and systems analysis.
• Analysed recurrent faults and developed sustainable solutions.
• Testing and monitoring various electrical equipment, including motors, protection relays, transformers, and switch gears to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Strong familiarity with MCC (Motor Control Centres) and expertise in evaluating their functionality.
• Troubleshot issues, identified faults and led corrective efforts to fix equipment.
• Conducting preventative maintenance on electrical systems and components, significantly reducing potential failure rates.

• Followed stringent safety protocols while performing testing procedures, minimizing injury chances and promoting safe work environments.
• Undertook regular inspections to assess the wear and tear of equipment, recommending replacements or repairs when necessary.
• Documented and reported test results, drafting detailed reports outlining findings and suggesting necessary improvements.
• Worked closely with engineers and technical team members to implement effective solutions.
• Managed the calibration of equipment, ensuring precision in all test results.
• Continually updated knowledge on latest industry developments, technologies, and best practices.