AHMED ALAWADHI
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Results-driven Operations & Engineering Leader with 17+ years of experience leading large-scale technical operations and managing critical assets in high-compliance environments. Recognized for driving operational excellence, optimizing performance, and leading high-performing teams (60+ staff). Strong background in aviation maintenance, asset reliability, and strategic operations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acting Operations Team Lead
Global Aerospace Logistics
Abu Dhabi
01.2020 - Current
- Leading multidisciplinary operations team (60+ personnel)
- Led operational readiness initiatives, ensuring high aircraft/service availability
- Reduced downtime through enhanced maintenance planning and execution strategies, increasing aircraft/service availability
- Implemented KPI-driven performance monitoring, increasing accountability among team members
- Improved coordination between stakeholders, optimising resource allocation for operational readiness
- Strengthened compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards
- Enhanced quality control processes aligned with international best practices
Aircraft Engineer – Maintenance & Operations
Advanced Military Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul
Abu Dhabi
01.2010 - 01.2020
- Executed aircraft maintenance and overhaul operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards
- Supported maintenance programmes and engineering projects, contributing to operational readiness
- Conducted inspections and diagnostics, identifying system improvements to enhance reliability
- Utilized performance data to enhance safety and lifecycle efficiency
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Management
Higher Colleges of Technology
Higher Diploma - Aviation (Avionics)
Higher Colleges of Technology
Skills
- Operations Leadership
- Technical Operations
- Maintenance Strategy
- Reliability Engineering
- Process Improvement
- Continuous Improvement
- Quality Assurance & Audits
- KPI & Performance
- Lifecycle optimisation
- Asset Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Compliance & Safety
- Risk and Safety Management
- Strategic Planning
- Team Leadership
Certification
- GCAA Basic License
- Airbus CN-295 & C-295 Type Training
- A320 Family Systems & Engines (V2500)
- Advanced Leadership Training
Accomplishments
- Led and sustained high-performance operations in demanding environments
- Delivered measurable improvements in efficiency through process optimization
- Represented UAE in international Airbus training programs
- Maintained consistent compliance with safety and regulatory frameworks
Custom Section
Strategic, results-oriented leader focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and team empowerment. Strong ability to align operational execution with organizational goals while maintaining safety and compliance excellence.
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Acting Operations Team Lead
Global Aerospace Logistics
01.2020 - Current
Aircraft Engineer – Maintenance & Operations
Advanced Military Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul
01.2010 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Management
Higher Colleges of Technology
Higher Diploma - Aviation (Avionics)
Higher Colleges of Technology