Abdul Sammad

• Lead testing and commissioning of substations (132kV GIS, transformers, switchgear), ensuring full compliance with industry and client standards.
• Perform and supervise high/medium voltage system testing (functional and scheme tests), cable installation and testing (continuity, insulation), grounding systems, and critical electrical safety tests (SF6 analysis, CT/VT secondary injection, Hi-Pot).
• Manage busbar installations and ensure correct contact resistance and continuity for high-current applications.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize electrical testing schedules and project progress.
• Conduct safety briefings, enforce PPE usage, and uphold safety protocols onsite.
• Review and validate all test reports and documentation for accuracy and compliance.

• Inspected control & relay panels, managed cable schedules, and re-schemed 13.8kV equipment with interlocking systems.
• Administered electrical cable testing and commissioning for LV, HV, lighting, and data cables on large infrastructure projects per DEWA standards.
• Developed detailed testing procedures and protocols, ensuring full compliance with project requirements and client standards.
• Coordinated testing activities with project managers and subcontractors, resolving non-conformance and quality issues.
• Maintained As-Built drawings and prepared weekly/monthly progress reports.

• Worked on the CMPAK (O&M) project for North, Central, and South regions, overseeing the monitoring of 2G, 3G, and LTE alarms through EOMS ZONG and FM ZONG, including power and low voltage alarms, ensuring the reliable operation of network equipment in substations.

• Conducted root cause analysis on a daily basis for degraded sites and prepared detailed reports, highlighting issues and corrective actions required to restore full operational functionality.

• Compiled and submitted Network Availability Reports (NAR) to provide accurate insights into network performance, ensuring alignment with service level agreements (SLAs).

• Coordinated with field teams and management to resolve power-related issues in substations, ensuring seamless service continuity and quick issue resolution.

• Utilized computer-assisted design software to develop and plan electrical grid layouts for substations, presenting detailed plans to management for final approval.

• Collaborated with engineers to ensure that the designed electrical grids met operational requirements and adhered to state and industry standards for substation operations.

• Estimated project costs and prepared accurate budgets, consistently delivering projects under budget, exceeding client expectations.

• Supervised teams to ensure effective execution of tasks, meeting project goals and timelines while ensuring adherence to safety and operational protocols.

• Addressed customer complaints and worked diligently to identify the root causes of issues, implementing corrective actions to resolve power disruptions and optimize system performance.