Jawwad Raza Akkashi
Al-kharaj,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in strategic leadership, project and operations management, and maintenance excellence across diverse industries. Demonstrates proficiency in preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance procedures for high-pressure steam boilers, diesel engines, solid fuel systems, and advanced equipment such as Wartsila 18v32 and Caterpillar HFO power systems. Adept at managing EPC projects, commissioning processes, and utility management systems while leveraging analytical skills to drive continuous improvement and optimise plant operations. Skilled in client relationship management, conflict resolution, team leadership, and the utilisation of tools like SAP Ariba, MS Visio, and Microsoft Office Suite to enhance operational efficiency. Committed to delivering innovative solutions that align with organisational goals and foster sustainable growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Team Manager (Utilities and Power) - Central Engineering
Almarai
Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia
05.2023 - 04.2025
- Managed inventory of fast-consuming items, ensuring optimal stock levels
- Developed and managed departmental budgets, focusing on cost-effective operational practices
- Planned and coordinated parts procurement for upcoming maintenance activities
- Developed and implemented staff training programs to enhance operational efficiency
- Overhauled procurement processes to align with company standards
- Managed workforce effectively to ensure smooth and uninterrupted operations
- Led the operation and maintenance of a 70 MW Power Generation system, including Fire and Fire DGs, Boilers, and LP/HP Compressors
- Successfully achieved energy mix targets
Head of Department (HOD) - Power Generation
Fauji Foods Limited
Bhalwal, Pakistan
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Led and supervised all power generation plant maintenance activities, ensuring timely execution according to established manuals
- Planned and coordinated parts procurement for upcoming maintenance schedules
- Developed and managed departmental budgets, focusing on cost-effective operational practices
- Effectively managed the power generation workforce to ensure smooth and uninterrupted operations
- Successfully led the EPC project for the procurement, installation, synchronization, and operation of a Solar Power system
Manager - HFO, Gas, Diesel O&M Plants
Allied Rental Modaraba Caterpillar Pakistan
03.2017 - 05.2020
- Managed the operation and maintenance of over 500 MW of Diesel, Gas, HFO power plants at various customer sites across Punjab and KPK
- Oversaw the operations of a diverse rental fleet, ensuring equipment availability and customer satisfaction
- Served as a key member of the Schedule Oil sampling fluid analyses team Caterpillar team, responsible for the maintenance and management of over 1200 machines and Gensets nationwide
- Reported directly to the Country Head (BUH) of Pakistan
MANAGER FIELD SERVICE & SALES
A.C. RIES DJIBOUTI AFRICA (CATERPILLAR DEALER)
05.2015 - 09.2016
- Optimized service team deployment, maximizing efficiency and minimizing downtime
- Prioritized customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service for all Caterpillar products
- Successfully implemented and conducted training programs for service engineers and local customers, enhancing their skills and knowledge
- Developed and executed comprehensive maintenance plans for power generation & earth moving equipment in the field
- Effectively managed departmental budgets and resources to address future maintenance challenges
- Successfully expanded market share by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the territory
- Built and maintained strong relationships with key customers and industry stakeholders
- Contributed to the development and implementation of sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and market penetration goals
Head of Department (HOD) - Power Generation
ENGRO FOODS
Sahiwal, Pakistan
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Managed power plant operations, including manpower allocation, inventory control, and preventive maintenance execution
- Collaborated with warehouse and procurement departments to ensure timely delivery of essential supplies
- Prepared and analyzed daily, monthly reports on plant performance and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Monitored fuel and lubricant consumption, ensuring efficient utilization
- Overlooked daily maintenance activities and supervised staff training Programmes
Manager Power House (HOD)
RUPAFILL LIMITED (RUPALI GROUP)
Sheikhupura, Pakistan
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules based on manufacturer recommendations
- Improved maintenance efficiency through effective tools management
- Actively participated in critical overhauling activities
- Optimized plant operations while maintaining equipment integrity and adhering to budgetary constraints
- Collaborated with Director Technical, GM (Tech), GM (Filament), GM (Operations), and PM (RFL) by providing timely information and data as required
- Managed manpower effectively through leave planning, overtime allocation, duty roster management, and performance-based increments
- Ensured staff adherence to safety protocols and company policies through regular training programs
- Overhauled the spare parts management process, including inspection, procurement of both imported and local parts, and physical verification of inventory to maintain budgetary restrictions
MANAGER POWER & UTILITIES
KOHINOOR TEXTILE MILLS RAIWIND DIVISION
Raiwind, Pakistan
07.2011 - 05.2013
- Successfully executed daily operational tasks with maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness, reporting daily activities to the Engineering Head of Operations & Utilities
- Effectively managed manpower allocation across all work sites, monitored staff attendance, and conducted annual performance appraisals for all technical staff
- Identified and diagnosed equipment breakdowns, leading to the preparation of annual requirements for spare parts and consumables
- Conducted technical evaluations of materials and spare parts to ensure quality and suitability
- Provided close supervision to technical staff, ensuring the timely and efficient completion of all assigned tasks
- Reviewed job accomplishments and identified areas for improvement
DEPUTY MANAGER POWER & WORKSHOP
NISHT CHUNIAN
Raiwind, Pakistan
06.2006 - 06.2011
- Managed the procurement and inventory of fast-consuming materials and spare parts
- Developed and managed the annual departmental budget
- Ensured uninterrupted power supply to internal customers, including dyeing and home textile divisions
- Conducted technical assessments of equipment damage and prepared comprehensive reports
- Led annual performance appraisals for departmental staff
- Prepared and submitted daily, monthly, and quarterly reports to the GM and TD
- Overlooked the technical and administrative operations of the powerhouse and mechanical workshop
- Successfully oversaw the installation and commissioning of new machinery
- Managed the execution of mechanical workshop jobs
- Supervised plant civil work execution, including water production, plumbing, air conditioning, ventilation, and heating systems
- Developed and implemented effective preventive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime
FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER
ALLIED ENGINEERING AND SERVICES
Lahore, Pakistan
09.2004 - 10.2006
- Performed comprehensive mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting of Caterpillar products
- Conducted engine component overhauls both in the workshop and at customer sites, including on-site machining and troubleshooting
- Successfully executed routine maintenance checks, component investigations, and system adjustments
- Played a key role in the pre-commissioning of Caterpillar installations
- Successfully performed mechanical commissioning activities
- Prepared and submitted timely and accurate service reports and travel expenses, adhering to Caterpillar quality standards
- Effectively identified and diagnosed equipment failures, implementing corrective actions and assisting with trial runs and testing of mechanical installations according to instructions
- Responsible for Routine maintenance of engines overhauling of engine auxiliaries Shift manpower planning
- Execution of maintenance jobs troubleshooting of engines Preparation of maintenance reports Punch list work of engines and auxiliary equipment's
Education
Bachelors of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Preston Institute of Management Science and Technology
Lahore/ Pakistan 05.2004 - 04.2008
Diploma of Associate Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Approved by Board of Technical Education
02.1990 - 03.1993
Skills
- Strategic & Leadership
- Project & Operations Management
- Maintenance Excellence
- Strategic Planning
- Team Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Continuous Improvement
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Time Management
- Task Management
- Client Relationship Management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Predictive Maintenance
- Corrective Maintenance
- Plant Maintenance
- Maintenance & Repair
- Equipment Overhauling
- Commissioning
- Maintenance Procedure
- EPC projects
- Critical Thinking
- Creative Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Analytical Skills
- Wartsila 18v32
- Wartsila 16v32
- MAN 6LS/26
- Caterpillar Gas
- Caterpillar Diesel
- Caterpillar HFO Power Systems
- Daihatsu HFO Power Systems
- MAK HFO Engines
- Jenbacher Power Plants
- Cummins Engines QSK 95
- Cummins Engines QSK 60
- Perkins Overhauling
- Boilers
- WHR
- Diesel
- Solid Fuel
- Coal-fired Boilers
- RO Plants Operation
- ETP Plants Maintenance
- Solid Fuels
- High-Pressure Steam Boilers
- Low-Pressure Steam Boilers
- Alfa Laval
- Westphalia Lu be oil
- Heavy Fuel Oil Purifiers
- Air Compressors
- AF HP Compressors
- Atlas Capco
- Kaeser
- Ingersoll Rand LP Compressors
- Chillers
- Mycom
- Sabro
- Complete O&M
- EPC
- Caterpillar SIS
- Electronic Technician
- Utility Management System
- Preventive Maintenance PM module
- SAP Ariba
- SAP Hana
- ETQ
- HARA
- Cummins In Power
- Cummins Insite
- MS Visio
- MS Projects
- Microsoft Office Suite
Custom
- Management Leadership Course (Lead with Pride), Responsibilities Pakistan
- Energy Manager Training (Efficient Steam Generation), APTMA
- Fundamentals of Lube Oil, MOBIL ASKARI Pakistan
- Boiler Efficiency Training, NPO Faisalabad
- Vendor Negotiation & Installation, Solar Energy
- Oil Leakages & Spill Management, Labour Dept., Govt. of Punjab
- Health, Safety, & Environment Training, SGS Pakistan
- First Aid & Fire Fighting Training, NCLD & P, CGL
- Advance LOTO (Lockout/Tag out)
- Fire Safety
- Hazard Analysis Risk Assessment (HARA)
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Quality Assurance & Statistical Tools, PIQC (Superior University)
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Languages
English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent
Punjabi
Native
Timeline
Senior Team Manager (Utilities and Power) - Central Engineering
Almarai
05.2023 - 04.2025
Head of Department (HOD) - Power Generation
Fauji Foods Limited
05.2021 - 05.2023
Manager - HFO, Gas, Diesel O&M Plants
Allied Rental Modaraba Caterpillar Pakistan
03.2017 - 05.2020
MANAGER FIELD SERVICE & SALES
A.C. RIES DJIBOUTI AFRICA (CATERPILLAR DEALER)
05.2015 - 09.2016
Head of Department (HOD) - Power Generation
ENGRO FOODS
05.2014 - 05.2015
Manager Power House (HOD)
RUPAFILL LIMITED (RUPALI GROUP)
09.2013 - 05.2014
MANAGER POWER & UTILITIES
KOHINOOR TEXTILE MILLS RAIWIND DIVISION
07.2011 - 05.2013
DEPUTY MANAGER POWER & WORKSHOP
NISHT CHUNIAN
06.2006 - 06.2011
FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER
ALLIED ENGINEERING AND SERVICES
09.2004 - 10.2006
Bachelors of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Preston Institute of Management Science and Technology
05.2004 - 04.2008
Diploma of Associate Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Approved by Board of Technical Education
02.1990 - 03.1993
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