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Mohammed Kunhi

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Seasoned executive with over 37 years of comprehensive experience in operations, maintenance support services, and human resources management. Proven track record of spearheading multi-million-dollar growth initiatives and driving business transformation through strategic planning and operational excellence. Adept at leading diverse, cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of accountability, and executing contracts with precision and efficiency. Skilled in business planning, manpower development, and market expansion, with a hands-on approach to solving complex challenges. Recognized for strong analytical acumen, effective negotiation, and the ability to thrive under pressure while delivering measurable results.

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience

Work history

General Manager – O&M Services

Lamprell
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01.2011 - Current
  • Monitor daily operations to ensure that policies and procedures are being followed, and that services are being provided efficiently and effectively; personally handles the most difficult, sensitive or contract implications for the division
  • Set the division’s budget and oversees financial well-being of the division by analysing cost effectiveness and directing cost control activities;
  • Analyse cost efficiencies and direct cost control activities; prepares, submits corrective measures in the ongoing Manpower Support Services business
  • Review and approve recommended sub-contractors, resource agents, other support service companies and external training companies for O&M third party services.
  • Prioritizes and allocate available division resources; reviews and evaluates program and service delivery, makes recommendations for improvement and ensures maximum effective service provision.
  • Review and approve cost estimation and proposal packages for new business opportunities
  • Liaise with existing and potential clients and review rate negotiations and terms and conditions
  • Interact with other division heads, team leaders to discuss and plan to meet the resource requirements of existing and new clients.

Vice President - Technical Services and Corporate

Maritime Industrial Services Co. Ltd.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01.1979 - 01.2011
  • Developed and managed the O&M services business.
  • Prepared and submitted tenders and proposals for new business opportunities
  • Negotiated rate changes with existing clients
  • Developed and managed the HR ad Recruitment functions
  • Managed compensation and benefit administration
  • Supervised the labour department and immigration department activities and managed the public relations team.
  • Reviewed recruitment campaigns and to negotiate and establish recruitment and related support service companies
  • Developed training and retention plans
  • Conducted various events including MIS’s first long term award presentation
  • Developed and managed the billing functions for U.A.E operations.
  • Managed the recruitment for the yard labour requirements

Office Administrator

Third-World X-ray & Testing Company
Dubai, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
01.1977 - 12.1979
  • Managed office operations, document control, and administrative support.
  • Handled billing, payroll, purchasing, and vendor coordination.
  • Acted as liaison with government agencies for regulatory compliance.

Equipment Dispatcher

International Marine Services
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01.1976 - 12.1977
  • Managed fleet operations for cranes, trailers, and heavy equipment.
  • Maintained rental records and prepared daily sales reports for accounting.
  • Coordinated equipment maintenance and operator assignments.

Trainings

  • Change for Growth
  • Finance for Non Finance personnel
  • Customer Relations Management

Affiliations

  • Social and charity works
  • Travel
  • Indoor/Outdoor sports
  • Movies

Timeline

General Manager – O&M Services

Lamprell
01.2011 - Current

Vice President - Technical Services and Corporate

Maritime Industrial Services Co. Ltd.
01.1979 - 01.2011

Office Administrator

Third-World X-ray & Testing Company
01.1977 - 12.1979

Equipment Dispatcher

International Marine Services
01.1976 - 12.1977
Mohammed Kunhi