Arun Gopinathan
Dubai,UAE
Summary
An accomplished and results-driven individual with over 22 years of experience in ensuring a safe work culture in the organization. Technically experienced, customer-centric, and people-oriented, ready to learn and develop from all challenges. Demonstrated expertise in raising safety awareness, reducing risks, ensuring compliance with QHSE standards, and empowering workers.
Organized Quality Officer with focus on ensuring compliance and improving processes. Skilled in identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions that enhance productivity and quality. Known for fostering collaborative environments and driving positive change in quality assurance practices.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2003
2003
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Quality officer
KONE Middle East
DUBAI, UAE
11.2018 - 01.2026
Technically experienced, customer-centric, and people-oriented, ready to learn and develop from all challenges.
New Installation Supervisor, Elevator & Escalators
Schindler Olayan Elevators Saudi Arabia
10.2012 - 09.2018
- Implemented company policies effectively, maintained high standards of service delivery.
Senior Installation Supervisor
Hi Tech Elevators LLC, UAE
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Delivered projects on schedule by diligently monitoring timelines and milestones.
Authorized Subcontractor
Kone Elevators India Pvt Ltd
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Monitored subcontractor performance regularly, assuring adherence to contractual obligations.
Education
Diploma - Elevator Technology
National Institute of Fire & Lift Technology
Kochi, IndiaBBA - Business Analytics
LORD HALMONDS UNIVERSITY
UK 12.2024 - 12.2025
Skills
- Management Systems
- Team Management Quality
- Training
- Auditing
- Incident/Root Cause Analysis
- Analytical Skills
- ISO Standards
Certification
- ISO 9001-2015 Quality Management System Lead Auditor CQI- IRCA Approved. 2022 International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Dubai.
- ISO 14001-2015 Environmental Management System Lead Auditor CQI-IRCA Approved 2022 International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Dubai
- ISO 45001-2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management System - Lead Auditor(CQI -IRCA Certified) 2022 Dubai
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification 2023-02-02
- NEBOSH IGC Completed 2025
- ISO 9001 Internal Auditor November 2025
Languages
Malayalam: Read, write, and speak.
English: Read, write, and speak.
Hindi: Read, write, and speak.
Tamil: Speak.
Arabic: Speak.
Computer Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Analytical Tools
Custom
Classification: KONE Internal
Accomplishments
Best Performer Schindler Olayan 2015 Aug
BRAVO Awards EXPO 2020 Project
Affiliations
- Outdoor activities including trekking and recreational fishing, promoting focus, patience, and endurance
Timeline
BBA - Business Analytics
LORD HALMONDS UNIVERSITY
12.2024 - 12.2025
Quality officer
KONE Middle East
11.2018 - 01.2026
New Installation Supervisor, Elevator & Escalators
Schindler Olayan Elevators Saudi Arabia
10.2012 - 09.2018
Senior Installation Supervisor
Hi Tech Elevators LLC, UAE
01.2006 - 01.2011
Authorized Subcontractor
Kone Elevators India Pvt Ltd
01.2003 - 01.2006
Diploma - Elevator Technology
National Institute of Fire & Lift Technology