SHAHZAD ASHRAF
DATA CENTER FACILITY TECHNICIAN
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Experienced Data Center Operations & Maintenance Technician with over 8 years of expertise in Gray Space Data Center Operations & Maintenance within Saudi Arabia. Specializes in power distribution, electrical and mechanical systems, Building Management Systems (BMS) monitoring, emergency response, and facility infrastructure reliability. Skilled in managing UPS, DC Plant Rectifier, HVAC, fire suppression, generators, and electrical load balancing. Possesses a strong background in regulatory compliance, facility audits, and preventive and corrective maintenance. Seeks a Data Center Facility Technician role to effectively utilize knowledge and skills in maintaining and optimizing critical infrastructure.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Data Center Operations & Maintenance Technician
NOVA Sat Commercial Telecommunication Services Com
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
04.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Managed Services Partner of Telecom Operators in KSA
- Monitor and maintain all data center infrastructure, ensuring 24/7 uptime.
- Perform daily BMS monitoring, responding to alarms and system alerts.
- Develop and implement Method of Procedures (MOPs) for preventive maintenance.
- Execute and oversee work orders (WOs) generated from CAFM, ensuring timely completion.
- Perform routine testing on generators, including load-free and utility-free operations.
- Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs).
- Manage redundancy switching, isolation procedures, and emergency shutdowns.
- Conduct inspections and testing of critical facility equipment, including UPS, switchgear, PDU, rectifiers, and HVAC systems.
- Maintain spare parts inventory and ensure tools are calibrated and in good condition.
- Escalate major faults and emergencies to Facility Maintenance Supervisor and Vendors.
- Managed Services Partner of Telecom Operators in KSA
Electromechanical Technician – Data Center O&M (STC Project)
Gulf Business Horizon for General Contracting
JEDDAH, Mecca Region
01.2017 - 04.2024
- Managed operations and maintenance of critical Data Center Gray Space, ensuring infrastructure reliability.
- Oversaw generators, synchronization panels, rectifiers, DC power systems, and switchgear.
- Performed isolation, shutdown, start-up, and restoration of electrical systems.
- Conducted thermal imaging, airflow analysis, and predictive maintenance for HVAC and electrical equipment.
- Ensured compliance with STC data center reliability and security policies.
- Executed preventive and corrective maintenance activities as per vendor manuals.
Electrical Supervisor Power Plant
Hill Metals Establishment -
Jeddah, Mecca Region
01.2013 - 03.2017
- Power Plant's total capacity is 18 MW having Six Caterpillar 3612 Engines
Each engine is 3.3MW - Assisting Power Plant In charge at all technical and management issues.
- Supervised day-to-day site activities and task completion to meet project
requirements and deadlines - Resolved technical issues swiftly, applying troubleshooting expertise for minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
- Planned works and sourced materials to deliver on time and within budget
- Troubleshot defects to safely restore electrical services.
Education
Bachelor of Technology (Hons) in Electrical - Electrical Technology
Preston University, Faisalabad Campus
FAISALABAD PAKISTAN 01.2008 - 03.2012
Diploma of Associate Engineering in Electrical - Electrical Technology
Faisalabad Polly Technique Institute
Faisalabad Pakistan 01.2004 - 07.2007
Skills
Data Center Operations & Maintenance
Electrical & Mechanical Infrastructure
BMS Monitoring & Alarm Management
HVAC
Chillers
Load Management
Redundancy Planning
Emergency Shutdown Procedures
Technical Reporting
Inventory Management
Team Supervision
Vendor Coordination
Vendor Coordination
Critical Infrastructure Systems
BMS/EMS Platforms
Emergency Response
Support Audits
Compliance Checks
Risk Assessments
Personal Information
- Iqama Status: Transferable
- Date of Birth: 09/27/85
- Nationality: Pakistan
- Driving License: Available
- Religion: Islam
Training
- Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Trainings.
- Electrical Safety Awareness Training
- Defensive Driving Training
- First aid and CPR with AED.
Timeline
Data Center Operations & Maintenance Technician
NOVA Sat Commercial Telecommunication Services Com
04.2024 - Current
Electromechanical Technician – Data Center O&M (STC Project)
Gulf Business Horizon for General Contracting
01.2017 - 04.2024
Electrical Supervisor Power Plant
Hill Metals Establishment -
01.2013 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Technology (Hons) in Electrical - Electrical Technology
Preston University, Faisalabad Campus
01.2008 - 03.2012
Diploma of Associate Engineering in Electrical - Electrical Technology
Faisalabad Polly Technique Institute
01.2004 - 07.2007