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Shabbir Ahmad

Shabbir Ahmad

Dubai,UAE

Summary

Experienced Facilities Manager with knack for optimising operational efficiency and enhancing workplace safety. Spearheaded multiple cost-saving initiatives and streamlined maintenance processes, resulting in improved facility performance and staff satisfaction. Known for fostering strong vendor relationships and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Facilities Manager

Afzal Waqt Technical Service LLC
Dubai
05.2019 - Current
  • Improved office efficiency by streamlining facilities management processes.
  • Organised maintenance schedules for optimal equipment performance.
  • Reduced downtime with proactive facilities management.
  • Ensured health and safety compliance through rigorous inspections.
  • Managed contractors to expedite necessary repairs.
  • Implemented new cleaning protocols, improved overall cleanliness of the facility.
  • Worked closely with suppliers to secure cost-effective services.
  • Conducted regular risk assessments to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, achieved significant cost savings.
  • Coordinated building projects, minimising disruption to ongoing operations.
  • Optimised space utilisation by rearranging office layouts effectively.
  • Trained staff in emergency procedures, increased readiness and response time during crises.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations, ensuring minimal impact on operations.
  • Monitored energy usage, implemented initiatives to reduce consumption.
  • Supervised renovation works to ensure timely completion without exceeding budget.
  • Developed preventative maintenance plans; extended lifespan of equipment.
  • Planned and coordinated preventative maintenance and reactive repair work to maintain cost efficiency.
  • Performed best practices and quality standards to comply with occupational health and safety procedures.

Electromechanical Engineer

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority
Dubai
04.2018 - 03.2019
  • Developed detailed electromechanical designs for optimised system performance.
  • Managed complex electromechanical projects to ensure timely completion.
  • Streamlined processes by designing and integrating automated systems.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of all electromechanical engineering activities.
  • Implemented energy-saving measures, contributing to sustainable practices in the company.

Facility Engineer

Bright Environment LLC
Dubai
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Arrangement for the planned weekly, monthly and annual HVAC equipment maintenance
  • Responding to the emergency MEP maintenance and complaints of occupants
  • Preparing PPM task sheets for all the equipment in the buildings
  • Maintaining the building and available services
  • Preparing quotes, vendors arrangement and Negotiate with the vendors and supplier
  • Managing the outsource contractor to accomplish the all the assigned jobs in a safe, as per the standards and on time
  • Preparing daily, weekly and monthly reports
  • Reporting incident and initiating appropriate action
  • Technician allocation as per requirement and priority
  • Maintaining the site minimum material stock of the all the critical items
  • Recommendation for improving operations and solving maintenance related problems
  • Implement energy saving procedures and reduce operational cost for the site
  • Snagging the common area and rise work request, follow up on the same for completion
  • Attending the internal operational Monthly Management Meeting and client meetings
  • Managing Security Operation, allocating security persons and monitoring the daily occurrence
  • Executed preventative maintenance protocols, increasing overall facility efficiency.
  • Coordinated with various departments for streamlined operations.
  • Fostered improved work environment by implementing safety standards.
  • Carried out routine inspections to maintain regulatory compliance.
  • Identified and resolved structural issues, ensuring building integrity.
  • Managed vendor relationships for effective service delivery.
  • Improved energy consumption with implementation of eco-friendly practices.
  • Scheduled maintenance activities to minimise operational disruption.
  • Mitigated risks through regular safety audits and drills.
  • Optimised space utilisation by designing efficient layout plans.

MEP Maintenance Supervisor

Link In Advanced For Electromechanical & Maintenance
Abu Dhabi
09.2014 - 09.2015
  • Maintaining the asset details and planning PPM activity for the assets
  • Allocating and supporting the technicians to complete the PPM and reactive works
  • Identifying the risk involved in the works and preparing risk assessment & WMS for the activity
  • Maintaining updated WMS, Risk assessment and Aspect & Impact for the activities carried out
  • Training the technicians in the Safety & day to day maintenance activities
  • Coordinating with the sub-contractors to complete the works
  • Coordinating with the vendors to procure the materials
  • Operation and maintenance of cooling towers
  • Operation and maintenance of Centrifugal chillers
  • Operation and maintenance of pumps
  • Maintenance of Pipelines and ducts
  • Operations of BMS Systems
  • Operation and maintenance of Heat/Chill units of swimming pools
  • Operation and maintenance of HVAC system in the high rise residential/commercial towers
  • Daily work allocation, time scheduling, preparation of daily and monthly reports to client
  • Labor Placement and Team Work abilities

Education

Bachelor Degree - Mechanical Engineering

University Of Engineering and Technology
Dubai
09.2010 - 09.2014

Diploma of Associate Engineer - Mechanical Technology

Government College of Technology
Peshawar
09.2006 - 09.2009

M-100 - The Essentials of Community Association

Dubai Real Estate Institute
Dubai
01.2019 - 01.2019

Skills

  • Auto CAD
  • Knowledge of all Basic Operations
  • Facility maintenance knowledge
  • Building systems understanding
  • Security systems operation
  • Negotiating proficiency
  • Procurement process familiarity
  • Energy management

Languages

English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent
Arabic
Elementary

Timeline

Facilities Manager

Afzal Waqt Technical Service LLC
05.2019 - Current

M-100 - The Essentials of Community Association

Dubai Real Estate Institute
01.2019 - 01.2019

Electromechanical Engineer

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority
04.2018 - 03.2019

Facility Engineer

Bright Environment LLC
01.2016 - 01.2018

MEP Maintenance Supervisor

Link In Advanced For Electromechanical & Maintenance
09.2014 - 09.2015

Bachelor Degree - Mechanical Engineering

University Of Engineering and Technology
09.2010 - 09.2014

Diploma of Associate Engineer - Mechanical Technology

Government College of Technology
09.2006 - 09.2009
Shabbir Ahmad