Shaker Abdullah Ba-Ras
Maintenance and Projects Managment
Riyadh
Summary
To leverage over 18 years of extensive experience in project management, maintenance leadership, and industrial engineering to contribute to a dynamic, growth-oriented organization. have a proven track record in leading strategic initiatives, implementing operational excellence frameworks such as Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) and Workplace Organization (5S), while driving cost reduction through innovative problem-solving.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Maintenance Superintendent
National Batteries Company, B&L BU an affiliate Downstream (TASNEE Company)
04.2023 - 05.2025
- Directed maintenance operations with a focus on reliability and cost efficiency, achieving over SAR 4 million in savings through innovative in-house engineering solutions.
- Implemented strategic initiatives, including Total Productive Maintenance (TPM-MTTR/MTPF), 5S, Preventive Maintenance (PM), maintenance planning/strategies and lean manufacturing, resulting in a 35% increase in production and a 40% reduction in breakdowns.
- Enhanced asset performance through effective maintenance planning, achieving approximately 60% equipment efficiency in utilities.
- Created innovative and creative solutions of projects and equipment tools to facilitate of production processes and utilities, in additional corrective maintenance with troubleshooting that reduce malfunctions and maintenance costs.
- Led Execution and commissioning Projects Management, achieving 80% completion in engineering and commissioning.
- Developed and trained high-performing maintenance teams, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
Section Head of Projects Management Department
Batteries & Lead Products BU "Rasass/NBC" an affiliate Downstream (TASNEE Company)
05.2014 - 11.2023
- Act Maintenance & Plant Manager "1 Jan 2021 to 13 Apr 2021"
- Led the Gate Stages Process (PMO) and managed a portfolio of mega projects exceeding SAR 250 million, including expansions, infrastructure upgrades, and new product lines.
- Developed project management methodologies and tools to enhance PMO practices in Downstream, ensuring alignment with program needs.
- Prioritized and combined projects based on established criteria, managing timelines and budgets to minimize variance.
- Coordinated with senior management (VP -Tasnee Downstream/GM-BU/Strategy Growth-FIN BU) and department leaders to ensure timely delivery of project deliverables.
- Maintained effective communication with manufacturers, vendors, and consultants to optimize cost and efficiency.
- Conducted performance assessments of internal and external partners to ensure compliance with scope and procedures.
- Led cross-functional teams in feasibility studies, risk assessments, and CAPEX planning, achieving successful project execution and commissioning.
- Manage all program of Capex and budgets ensuring minimal variance.
- Delivered over 30 projects with final acceptance from end-users, driving operational excellence initiatives such as 5S and OEE across business units.
- Managed plant utilities and regulatory matters, contributing to strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts.
- Explored new business opportunities in lead, metals, and mining sectors, conducting feasibility studies to support growth.
- Oversaw factory redesign and expansion to boost production capacity, resulting in a 35% increase in output and a 45% improvement in safety, health, and environmental standards.
Supply Chain Manager
Ceramic Pipes Company
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Managed all supply chain operations including planning, sales and operation planning, stock level monitoring, and delivery scheduling.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.
- Managed & coordinated stakeholder, suppliers and logistics teams to ensure timely shipments, achieving a 25% reduction in raw material receipt times and a 45% decrease in delivery times to clients.
- Oversaw raw materials planning, ensuring optimal inventory levels and resource allocation.
Operations Manager
Numu Al-Elmia Company. An affiliate ) Saudia Research & Marketing Group
01.2013 - 07.2013
- Led and oversaw pre-sales, purchase orders, logistics, delivery, call center, and warehouse operations to ensure streamlined processes.
- Developed strategic plans and improved workflows to enhance overall operational efficiency.
- Managed sales and operations planning, contributing to a 30% reduction in delivery times to clients.
- Reported directly to the Executive Manager, providing insights and recommendations for operational improvements.
Assistant of Procurement and Materials Planning Manager
Middle East Fiber Cable Manufacturing Company
08.2011 - 10.2012
- Led and supervised the procurement and materials planning team to meet sales and production demands.
- Optimized inventory levels and implemented best practices for materials requirements planning (MRP).
- Coordinated with Sales and Production Managers to align monthly production plans with market supply requirements.
- Ensured effective supply chain operations planning to support monthly sales, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Identified potential suppliers based on quality, pricing, lead times, and payment terms, while maintaining relationships with existing suppliers to improve material supply.
- Enhanced design sheets and work orders, improving delivery processes to customers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to facilitate smooth supply chain operations, achieving a 35% reduction in raw material receipt times and saving SAR 98K per month in waste.
- Reported directly to the General Manager, providing insights and recommendations for procurement strategies.
Planning & Training Specialist (Planning & Business Development Dept.)
Middle East Fiber Cable Manufacturing Company
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Analyzed production plans and identified gaps between planned and actual output, recommending actionable improvements.
- Developed key performance indicators (KPIs) and organized training programs to enhance employee performance.
- Conducted feasibility studies to support strategic business initiatives, including the establishment of a new plant outside KSA.
- Improved work procedures across all departments, optimizing processes and workflow.
- Designed new cable products to meet market demands and prevent critical issues.
- Led a project to reduce waste in raw material storage, achieving savings of over SAR 3 million.
- Executed training on the 5S program, assessing employee performance before and after training.
- Reported directly to the General Manager, providing insights on strategic planning and operational enhancements.
Development & Planning Engineer (R&D Dept.)
K.T.P Thermopipe Factory Company
11.2006 - 07.2010
- Redesigned products and optimized production processes, significantly reducing costs and saving time.
- Developed and improved work procedures across all departments to enhance operational efficiency.
- Established key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess employee performance in various departments.
- Collaborated with a team to study and establish a new factory for additional production lines.
- Contributed to resolving critical issues and improving machine performance.
- Enhanced warehouse processes for raw materials, spare parts, and finished goods, along with maintenance operations.
- Led training on the 5S program as Team Chairman, promoting workplace organization.
- Implemented the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program, ensuring compliance with operational standards.
- Served as an internal auditor, monitoring data and procedures across departments to comply with ISO standards.
- Launched over 10 initiatives for process improvements, including TPM, 5S, mold redesign, and waste reduction strategies.
- Improved production efficiency by 30% through operational excellence initiatives.
- Reported directly to the General Manager, providing insights on development and planning strategies.
Education
B.Sc. - Industrial Engineering
October 6 University
Skills
Operations Analysis
Cost Control & Efficiency Improvement
Capital Expenditure (Capex)
Industrial Safety Compliance
Business Development & Planning
5S
JIT
Kan-Ban
Kaizen
Supply Chain Management
Budget Management
Total Productivity Maintenance - TPM
Process Development
Operational Excellence
6 Sigma
Risk Management
Engineering
Lean Manufacturing
Strategic Planning
Maintenance Planning
AutoCAD
Projects Management
Execution & Commissioning
Maintenance Systems Optimization
Project Portfolio Management
Microsoft Project
Notion Program
Microsoft Office
ISO 9001
SAP
Leadership & Teamwork
Effective Communication
Creative Complex Problem Solving
Research and reporting writing
Emotional Intelligence
Analytical/Critical Thinking & Decision-Making
Self-motivation and motivating others
Achieving goals efficiently
Adaptation to work environment
Negotiation and persuasion
Industrial systems
Facility inspections
Scheduling coordination
Preventive Maintenance
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI, 2027-12-31
Accomplishments
- Saved over SAR 4 million through in-house engineering solutions and manufacturing of equipment/tools.
- Increased production by 35%, reduced breakdowns by 40%, and enhanced equipment efficiency by 60%.
- Led and created more than 35 projects and initiatives with a portfolio exceeding SAR 250 million.
Degree
B.Sc. Industrial Engineering
Timeline
Maintenance Superintendent
National Batteries Company, B&L BU an affiliate Downstream (TASNEE Company)
04.2023 - 05.2025
Section Head of Projects Management Department
Batteries & Lead Products BU "Rasass/NBC" an affiliate Downstream (TASNEE Company)
05.2014 - 11.2023
Supply Chain Manager
Ceramic Pipes Company
08.2013 - 05.2014
Operations Manager
Numu Al-Elmia Company. An affiliate ) Saudia Research & Marketing Group
01.2013 - 07.2013
Assistant of Procurement and Materials Planning Manager
Middle East Fiber Cable Manufacturing Company
08.2011 - 10.2012
Planning & Training Specialist (Planning & Business Development Dept.)
Middle East Fiber Cable Manufacturing Company
08.2010 - 07.2011
Development & Planning Engineer (R&D Dept.)
K.T.P Thermopipe Factory Company
11.2006 - 07.2010
B.Sc. - Industrial Engineering
October 6 University