WALEED NOGALI
Jeddah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, SAP and SuccessFactors, and Windows operating systems. Proficient in data storage management and adept at scanning and printing tasks. Committed to leveraging technical skills to enhance operational efficiency and support organisational goals.
Overview
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2
Languages
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of post-secondary education
34
34
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Specialist
Safety, Aviation Security, and Quality (SASQ)
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2022.01 - 2025.07
- Analyzing failure modes in line with Failure Mode & Effects Analysis
(FMEA) framework to tackle recurring faults. - Designing and integrating safety systems to high standards and strict
safety regulations. - Building prototype models based on safety guidelines.
- Thoroughly documenting testing and preparation of rework guides and
organization specifications. - Maintaining knowledge of and adhering to GACA, IOSA, FAA, EASA, and
other regulations. - Ensuring safe, timely, and high-quality execution of operational
divisions.
Assistant Administrator
Employee Mobility, Saudi Arabian Airlines
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2022.02 - 2022.06
- Greeting visitors to provide positive and welcoming atmosphere.
- Updating company roster to maintain accurate records.
- Preparing presentations and documents to use during events and
conferences. - Preparing materials for meetings and recording and distributing
minutes to designated recipients. - Drafting and submitting expenses, travel, and miscellaneous reports to
update management. - Maintaining office calendar for executives and directors to determine
availability and schedule. - Facilitating office activities and functions to maintain compliance with
company policies. - Scheduling meetings and appointments for staff to discuss updates
and developments. - Managing databases to maintain accurate information.
Technical Section Manager
Small Fan, Big Fan Engines & APU'S Kitting, Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industrie
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2016.12 - 2022.01
- Setting up team KPIs to meet section targets.
- Taking tours off floor daily, talking to colleagues, identifying problems,
and resolving urgent issues. - Elaborating on scheduled and un-scheduled and target achievements
to increase production. - Collaborating with HR department to recruit and hire new employees to
meet section staffing needs. - Enforcing legal and safety guidelines among team members to stay
compliant. - Organizing staff professional development training to improve target
delivery. - Oversawing ordering, receiving, and parts of new & used stock.
- Analyzing daily, weekly, and monthly production figures to determine
section alignments with planned with higher management. - Managing New Operation Short-Cut Development (NPD) processes
within section to facilitate successful trials and new steps launches. - Maintaining section productivity levels and assumptions at par with
company and regulations standards. - Maintaining section productivity levels and assumptions at par with
higher management standards. - Trained new employees in company policies and procedures and
section-on-job training. - Supervising employees, providing coaching and mentorship to optimize
productivity. - Staying up-to-date with higher management trends, understanding
forthcoming customer initiatives, and monitoring all regulations changes, if any. - Holding regular staff meetings to brief team on new regulations,
bulletins, and any changes on planned productions. - Establishing and monitoring section budget, making every effort to
maximize efficiency and Zero Erroring. - Monitoring stock levels and making critical decisions about stock
control of Engines & APU parts. - Performing regular performance appraisals and working with
individuals to devise plans for making necessary improvements.
Making quick decision related to operations Like (AOG " Aircraft On
Ground," parts or components swaps to achieve operating target and
other operative requirements) matters that need thoughtful and fast
decisions in short time. - Reviewing and updating Process & Procedures Manuals and all related
manuals and belonging forms, getting revisions approvals when
required, and publishing them. - Daily operational meeting with higher management to solve operating
obstacles, if any, and debrief operational previous day and upcoming
daily plan.
Small Fan Engine Production Planner Supervisor
Production Planning, SAUDI ARABIAN AIRLINES (SAEI)
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2016.10 - 2016.11
- A&P license holder.
- Eliminating targeting bottlenecks through effective finite capacity
scheduling, increasing production efficiencies by 80%. - Creating production schedules by considering deadlines for engine &
APU assembly orders and un-scheduled forecasting. - Ensuring 100% on-time delivery, liaising with purchasing department to
estimate lead time. - Droving team productivity and maintaining training matrix to
determine skill and competency gaps. - Avoiding production delays and addressing supply issues through Daily
meetings and materials forecasting yearly meetings. - Monitoring stock of production supplies and re-orders when Engines
and APU inventory ran low. - Enabling accurate performance tracking by producing, maintaining, and
distributing Quarterly KPI reports. - Smoothening repairing process, creating parts shortage reports
ensuring ongoing material readiness. - Facilitating strategic decision-making by establishing constrained and
unconstrained forecasts per company demand needs. - Supporting future purchase decisions by performing accurate
forecasting and inventory analysis in AMOS. - Producing effective production plans, ensuring optimum performance
based on efficient product standards. - Reviewing production orders, schedules, delivery dates, and inventory
levels to determine product availability. - Leading regular meetings, events, and continuous improvement
projects with measurable goals. - Coaching employees in developing and achieving individual
performance goals. - Establishing and adjusting work procedures to meet production
schedules and delivering output to deadlines. - Held team meetings to discuss product value and vision while allowing
team members to give ideas and suggestions. - Planning production operations while establishing priorities and
sequences for Engines & APU. - Managing materials to keep up production goals and meet company &
customer demand needs. - Implementing changes in working conditions, equipment, and tools to
improve workflow, efficiency, and team member safety. - Conducting frequent quality and compliance reviews of all production
work. - Oversawing continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in
quality, flow, and output. - Developing and maintaining clear communication and rapport with
plant personnel. - Coordinating and controlling all production processes, ensuring
products were Engines & APU on time and within allowable budget, and
communicating with high management to increase funding if demand
needs. - Reviewing production issues and implementing corrective action plans,
enhancing operational efficiency. - Achieving maximum performance across safety, maintenance, and
production metrics. - Evaluating current production processes and making forward-thinking
adjustments to improve output. - Supervising production schedules and production quality for timely
delivery. - Reviewing and analyzing production performance indicators and
requirements to maximize output quality. - Work to scheme of production workshops worked on management of
budget for approximate aircraft engines spear parts for each year
separately “forecasting,” managing costs collection to bring work
accomplished for aircraft engines inside and outside Kingdom,
developing plans to complete job without iterative way in shortest and
least expensive and first time, scheduling of maintenance for aircraft
engines and necessary preventive and overall, Manpower planning for
each task, planning for rotational parts of life and watching for life in
air, planning of all parts of engine and all pieces in workshop, checking
quantities of spare parts in warehouses and request it when need it,
further confirmation of updates and spare conformity with pieces that
are installed with it before commencement of work, provisioning for
spear parts to next year and their budget,…etc.
Shop Production Planner
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAEI)
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2005.09 - 2015.10
- Supporting future purchase decisions by performing accurate
forecasting and inventory analysis in AMOS. - Monitoring stock of production supplies and ordering when engine or
APU inventory ran low. - Smoothening repairing process and creating shortage reports to
ensure ongoing material readiness. - Enabling accurate performance tracking by producing, maintaining, and
distributing quarterly KPI reports. - Facilitating strategic decision-making by establishing constrained and
unconstrained forecasts in line with higher management plan demand. - Eliminating repairing bottlenecks through effective finite capacity
scheduling, increasing production efficiencies by 80%. - Producing effective production plans, ensuring optimum performance
based on efficient check, repair, and overhaul standards. - Creating production schedules by considering gate targeting for agreed
planned forecasting. - Droving team productivity and maintaining training matrix to
determine skill and competency gaps. - Oversawing continuous improvement initiatives to drive quality, repair,
and output gains. - Reviewing production orders, schedules, delivery dates, and inventory
levels to determine production targeting. - Managing materials to meet production goals and meet higher
management plan demands. - Conducting frequent quality and compliance reviews of all production
work. - Implementing changes in working conditions, equipment, and tools to
improve workflow, efficiency, and team member safety. - Developing and maintaining clear communication and rapport with
company personnel and customers. - Establishing and adjusted work procedures to meet production
schedules, delivering output to deadlines. - Supervising production schedules and production quality for timely
delivery. - Reviewing production issues and implementing corrective action plans,
enhancing operational efficiency. - Improving efficiency and productivity by eliminating targeting stress
and production constraints. - Planning production operations while establishing priorities and
sequences for repair and overhaul of engines and APU. - Leading regular meetings, events, and continuous improvement
projects with measurable goals. - Holding team meetings to discuss planning value and vision while
allowing team members to give ideas and suggestions. - Achieving maximum performance across safety, maintenance, and
production metrics.
Power Plant Mechanic
SAUDI ARABIAN AIRLINES
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2001.01 - 2004.01
- Worked cooperatively in reorganization of main Warehouses and
inspected spare parts, then returned damaged parts to inspection
department, and spare parts kept serviceable parts to be used in their
new location. - Performed routine Engine system maintenance tasks, including Repair
and Overhaul. - Mentored and trained new team members, offering ongoing support
and guidance to increase team efficiency. - Conducted troubleshooting and determined corrective action to
address malfunctions. - Communicated with other production plant personnel to assess
equipment operating status. - Collected readings from charts, meters, and gauges at established
intervals to evaluate equipment performance. - Performed routine inspections on wind turbines by climbing turbines
and carefully inspecting all parts. - Arranged wind turbine repairs and oversaw service to maintain safety.
Extracted exportable data from multiple sources to draft detailed
reports. - Worked on balancing most rotary Aircraft parts or modules on Rolls
Royce RB211 “B02, C2 & D4”, Pratt & Whitney “JT9D & JT8”, APUs, V2500,Trent, CF6, GENX, CF34, CFM56. - Worked CF34, CFM56, TRENT, CF6, GE90, GENX, JT9D, V2500, RB211 "B02,C2 and D4" Engines & APU Production Planner.
- Worked in repair and overhaul in most Jet Engines as same as Rolls
Royce RB211 “B02, C2 & D4”, Pratt & Whitney “JT9D & JT8”, APU's, GE CF6,V2500, CF34, CFM56, TRENT. - Trained on Snecma "G" "CFM56" & GE "CF34", CFM56, TRENT Engines.
Worked on Rolls Royce RB211 “B02, C2 & D4”, Pratt & Whitney “JT9D &
JT8”, APU's, GE CF6, V2500, CF34, CFM56, TRENT (receiving, strip, detail
strip, balance, build). - Worked on almost all Jet Aircraft Engines and APU's balance rotor,
balance and servicing PMI's and Machine calibration, same as“Reutlinger dynamic and static hard pedestals, Schench dynamic old software & new software ”CAP 690” and static hard and soft pedestals,
Schench single plane machine old one & new one, and Schench dynamic
small rotors same as APU's.
Maintenance Machinist I
Saudi Aramco
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
1992.01 - 1996.01
- Worked in Jeddah Refinery as Maintenance Machinist on PM, CM,
packing, oil pump overhaul, lapping, and others. - Worked in North Jeddah Distribution to supervise mechanists and lead
them in work duties for six months as PM, CM, packing facility
maintenance, and much more. - Assisting in inspecting and maintaining pump machinery to uphold
fast-paced production levels. - Developing speed and confidence in shut-down processes to meet
production targets continually. - Maintaining thorough, detailed paperwork for preventive procedures
for accurate record-keeping. - Working quickly aligns with company instructions to achieve accurate
results and timely finish. - Supporting project goals by advising on mechanical aspects of
proposed forecasting designs. - Inspecting mechanical components to identify issues and determine
proper corrective actions. - Restoring equipment to operational condition by removing and
replacing or repairing components. - Conducting planned maintenance to prevent equipment outages.
Assisting research teams with prototyping and testing mechanical
testing. - Interpreting blueprints to assemble and dismantle mechanical
equipment correctly. - Measuring components to assess conformity to design parameters or
established technical specifications. - Estimating costs of labor and materials to manufacture, install, or
maintain specified equipment. - Recommending changes to designs to improve performance or
functionality. - Assembling mechanical components, controls, and power systems.
Observing manufacture of equipment and components, monitoring
compliance, and assessing performance against targets. - Testing functionality of complex components, verifying operation
according to specifications. - Creating standards and procedures for surveying installed equipment.
- Monitoring field safety standards and keeping procedures in line with
optimal mechanical inspection, maintenance, and repair approaches. - Testing systems and compiled data to inform design process and guide
changes.
Education
Executive Master - Business Administration
King Abdul-Aziz University
Jeddah / Saudi Arabia 2009.04 - 2011.06
Bachelor Of Science - Economics & Administrator, Operation And Quality Management
King Abdul-Aziz University
Jeddah / Saudi Arabia 2003.09 - 2007.07
Power Plant Diploma - Aviation Maintenance Technician
Spartan School Of Aeronautics
Tulsa / Oklahoma / USA, USA 1998.10 - 1999.08
General and Airframe Mechanic Curriculum “Aviation Maintenance Technician - Aviation Maintenance Technician
Portland Community College
Portland / Oregon / USA, USA 1997.03 - 1998.10
Language Center - Level 6 English language
ELS Language Center (Eckerd College)
Saint Petersburg / Florida / usa, USA 1996.10 - 1997.02
High School Diploma - Electrical Department
Industrial Secondary School
Jeddah / Saudi Arabia 1988.01 - 1992.09
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SAP and SuccessFactors
- Windows operating systems
- Data storage management
- Scanning and printing
Certification
I completed my EMBA (Executive Master of Business Administration) from King Abdul-Aziz University in Jeddah in 2011. I also obtained my Bachelor of Science in Economics and Administration (with a focus on Operation and Quality Management) from the same university in 2007. Since 2006, I have been a member of the Saudi Quality Council, and I am an A&P-certified mechanic from the FAA in the USA since 1999. After earning an electrician certification from the Industrial Secondary School in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1991-1992, I completed one semester at the Junior College of Technology in Jeddah. In 1997, I received an Institutional TOEFL Certificate with a total score of 603 from the ELS Language Center in Saint Petersburg, Florida, USA, and passed the "GEE" English test with a score of 484 from King Abdul-Aziz University in Jeddah in 2009. Additionally, I possess valuable volunteering skills and have experience handling heat-related illnesses and implementing infection control programs.
Additional Information
- Throughout my career, I have received numerous awards and recognition for my hard work and excellence. For instance, during my time at Spartan School of Aeronautics in Tulsa, USA, I was honored with the Outstanding Attendance Award in 1999 and made it to the President's Honor Roll for achieving a high GPA of 3.80 out of 4. Additionally, in 1997, I received recognition for Outstanding Achievement in NDT from Portland Community College in the USA, and the same institution awarded me a Certificate of Worthiness.
During my trainee period in 2000, I was recognized as the Module Shop Senior Supervisor for my exceptional work. The following year, I received an appreciation letter from the RR Section Manager for my invaluable assistance to JT9D staff, and the Module Shop Senior Supervisor commended me for my outstanding work in the Harness Shop.
In both 2000 and 2001, I received numerous appreciation letters from different supervisors. The Balance Shop Supervisor recognized me for saving Saudia money, while the Balance, Strip & Bearing room Senior Supervisor commended me for my remarkable ability in repairing engine tools and designing new high-pressure turbine blades and tool boards. The Module Overhaul Shop Supervisor acknowledged my organizational skills and the RR Power Plant Overhaul Section Manager appreciated my exceptional attendance.
In 2001, the Balance, Strip & Bearing room Senior Supervisor appreciated me twice more for my exceptional skills in modifying tools and providing excellent training to new employees and TM's. Finally, in 2002, the Engine Build Shop Senior Supervisor recognized me for my unwavering dedication and exceptional work in their shop.
In 2023, I achieved a significant accomplishment of successfully passing the IOSA External Audit. As a result, I received a well-deserved Appreciation and Recognition certificate from the VP of SAFETY & AVIATION SECURITY & QUALITY.
Languages
Arabic
English
Accomplishments
Training:
Below is a list of courses and training that cover various topics related to safety, health, and professional development. These include hazardous material management, aviation maintenance, technical skills such as precision measuring and bearing handling, as well as leadership and management skills. Additionally, there are trainings on topics such as OSHA regulations, job hazard analysis, and cyber security. Some trainings are available in Arabic as well.
- SAFETY & HEALTH
- HAZARDOUS MATERIAL
- COMPANY ORIENTATION
- IPM FAMILIARIZATION
- GACA AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
- PRECISION MEASURING TOOLS
- MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
- MAINTENANCE PUBLICATION
- POWERPLANT GENERAL LEVEL-I
- RB211 ENGINE RECEIVING AND PREPARATION
- RB211-524-D4 DIFFERENCES
- TECHNICAL MANUALS USAGE
- RB211-524-D4 LEVEL II
- BEARING HANDLING
- R/R RB211-524 MODULE CHANGE & OVERHAUL
- ROTOR BALANCING (ALL ENGINES)
- JT9D POWERPLANT LEVEL-II
- CF6-80-C2 POWERPLANT GENERAL LEVEL I
- TECHNICAL DRAWINGS LEVEL 1
- V2500 POWERPLANT GENERAL LEVEL I
- V2500 POWERPLANT LEVEL-II
- RB211 FAN BLADE CLAPPERS MAINT CHECK OJT
- CF6-80 POWERPLANT LEVEL-II
- SHOP MATHEMATICS
- TSV SUSPECTED UNAPPROVED PARTS
- MAINTENANCE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
- INTRO. TO MAINT. ORGANIZATION EXPOSITION
- HUMAN FACTOR AWARENESS
- PARTS HANDLING AND STORAGE
- Effective Supervision (S) TECH
- Interaction Skills (S) TECH
- CF34-8E ENGINE GENERAL FAM. LEVEL - I
- CFM56-5B LEVEL ONE
- HUMAN FACTOR AWARENESS RECURRENT
- INTRODUCTION TO EASA & PART 145
- REPAIR STATION MANUAL FAMILIARIZATION
- Technical Operation Manual (T.O.M.)
- CF34-8E POWERPLANT LEVEL-II
- LSFAR 88 LEVEL 2
- CFM56-5B LEVEL TWO
- Leadership Skills
- INTRODUCTION TO FAR 145
- OSHA GENERAL INDUSTRY
- JOB HAZARD ANALYSIS
- FALL PROTECTION AWARENESS
- TECHNICAL REPORT WRITING
- PRIORITIZING TECHNICAL TASKS SKILLS
- SAP-MANGERS SELF SERVICES
- SAP-"ADA'A" PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL PROCESS
- FINANCE FOR NON-FINANCIALS
- PLANNING SKILLS
- Controlling Skills
- INTRODUCTION TO FAR 145
- ONLINE SAFETY MGMT SYS AWARENESS
- SAFETY WORK SHOP 1
- ETOOLKIT/ENGINE DATA
- FIRST AIDS AND CPR
- Management ADA'A Phase II
- Smart Work Ethics
- Introduction to Human Resources Functions
- Leadership Essentials
- Infection Control
- Training Program (Community Health Volunteering)
- Healthy Volunteering Skills In Crisis
- Handling Heat-Related Illnesses
- Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Personal Financial Planning-VC
- Welcoming the Soft Skills of the Frontline Staff in the Service of the Pilgrims
- Management Report Writing ( Arabic )
- Emotional intelligence
- Interaction Skills ( Arabic )
- Basic Microsoft Outlook
- Basic Microsoft Word
- Introduction to Cyber Security
- Managing Your Job
- Microsoft Excel ( Basic )
- TIME MANAGEMENT (TAM)
- Safety Risk Management Fundamentals (SRMF EN)
- Setting Goals & Objectives
- Effective Meeting
- KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
- IT Quality Assurance Awareness Session (Agile Quality Assurance)
- Coaching for performance
- Safety Management Systems (SMS) for Airlines
- Management Report Writing
- Resources Management
AWARDS RECEIVED:
I am proud to say that I attended the Spartan School of Aeronautics in Tulsa, USA in 1999 and had exceptional attendance. I was honored to be on the President's Honor Roll for achieving a high GPA of 3.80 out of 4. In 1997, I received Outstanding Achievement recognition for NDT from Portland Community College in the USA, as well as a Certificate of Worthiness, which I worked hard to earn. Additionally, in 2023, the VP of SAFETY & AVIATION SECURITY & QUALITY recognized me for successfully passing the IOSA External Audit with flying colors. These achievements demonstrate my dedication and hard work in the field of aviation.
My hobbies are self-learning in computer programs, especially Office, readers, travel, tourism
I have been utilizing my hobbies as a source of inspiration for my self-learning in computer programs. Specifically, I have been dedicated to enhancing my skills in Office programs and readers, resulting in more efficient work processes and increased productivity. In addition to my computer skills, I have been pursuing my passion for travel and tourism. I have been immersing myself in different cultures and customs, delving into the history and traditions of the places I visit. This has been an excellent way to expand my horizons and gain new perspectives on the world around us. During my leisure time, I enjoy swimming and spending quality time with my loved ones. I strongly believe that social relationships are crucial for personal and professional growth, and I always strive to maintain strong connections with those around me. Overall, I am content with my progress in both personal and professional endeavors. I am convinced that my hobbies and interests have helped me become a more well-rounded and efficient individual, and I am eager to explore new opportunities and challenges in the future.
Languages
5,6
Timeline
Assistant Administrator
Employee Mobility, Saudi Arabian Airlines
2022.02 - 2022.06
Senior Specialist
Safety, Aviation Security, and Quality (SASQ)
2022.01 - 2025.07
Technical Section Manager
Small Fan, Big Fan Engines & APU'S Kitting, Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industrie
2016.12 - 2022.01
Small Fan Engine Production Planner Supervisor
Production Planning, SAUDI ARABIAN AIRLINES (SAEI)
2016.10 - 2016.11
Executive Master - Business Administration
King Abdul-Aziz University
2009.04 - 2011.06
Shop Production Planner
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAEI)
2005.09 - 2015.10
Bachelor Of Science - Economics & Administrator, Operation And Quality Management
King Abdul-Aziz University
2003.09 - 2007.07
Power Plant Mechanic
SAUDI ARABIAN AIRLINES
2001.01 - 2004.01
Power Plant Diploma - Aviation Maintenance Technician
Spartan School Of Aeronautics
1998.10 - 1999.08
General and Airframe Mechanic Curriculum “Aviation Maintenance Technician - Aviation Maintenance Technician
Portland Community College
1997.03 - 1998.10
Language Center - Level 6 English language
ELS Language Center (Eckerd College)
1996.10 - 1997.02
Maintenance Machinist I
Saudi Aramco
1992.01 - 1996.01
High School Diploma - Electrical Department
Industrial Secondary School
1988.01 - 1992.09