Shihab K. M.
Dubai
Summary
An engineer with 24 years of experience in the utility sector, with expertise in stakeholder management, utility works, transmission power, cable/OHL projects including NOC processes, and corridor management, as well as exposure to both client and contracting roles, seeking a position in an organization where these skills and experiences can contribute to professional growth and organizational objectives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer - Transmission Asset Management - Line NOC
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)
09.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: DEWA 400/132KV cable/OHL NOC department.
- Receiving NOC application from RTA / DEWA - Infrastructure Information and permit Department / Connection services Department/ Project Execution Department/ Other urgent NOC's request from the client/parties.
- Periodic review of NOC conditions, violation statistics etc. and recommend improvements in order to ensure safety of transmission lines from third party damages.
- Periodic update of newly commissioned lines, landmarks & patrolling zones. Periodical review/update of Quality Management procedure and Risk Assessment.
- Study of the submitted NOC documents and ensure that the proposed works are in line with DEWA standard and the proposed work will not affect the transmission OHL and underground cable network.
- Issuing Electricity NOC to government organizations, consultants and contractors for road projects, network services within ROW (Right of Way).
- Issuing electricity NOCs for infrastructure services (Water, Electricity, Etisalat, Du, Drainage, Sewerage, Irrigation Networks, DUSUP network and Landscaping) within Right of Way.
- Issuing electricity NOCs for building construction work within the plot limit.
- Issuing electricity NOCs for road projects, Metro and major development projects of Dubai and dealing directly with high profile clients like RTA, DM, consultants, contractors, developers, Engineering Offices and any other activities related to road works (with ROW), canals, Creek Crossing etc.
- Issuing as built approval and completion certificate for Road and Infrastructure network and other technical services requests.
- Conduct coordination meeting at site and office with contractor, consultant and other utilities authorities to resolve the issues related to NOCs.
- Periodic review of NOC conditions, violation statistics etc. and recommend improvements in order to ensure safety of transmission lines from third party damages.
- Study and prepare the reply & comments for RTA / Other authorities.
- Technical discussion related to NOC issues to the other Dept.
- Study and prepare comments/Reply for DEWA Inter Dept. submissions assigned by the Dept. Head.
- To arrange / conduct Toolbox Talk to the contractor and TLP staff before issue the NOC within the vicinity of the Direct buried cable/other critical locations.
- NOC distribution/Prepare daily/Weekly/Monthly report for the proceed NOCs.
- DEWA 400/132KV cable/OHL NOC department.
Asst. Engineer - Transmission Line Maintenance NOC
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)
10.2019 - 01.2024
- Company Overview: DEWA 400/132KV cable/OHL NOC dept.
- Issuing electricity NOCs for road projects, Metro and major development projects of Dubai and dealing directly with high profile clients like RTA, DM, consultants, contractors, developers, Engineering Offices and many other activities related to road works (with ROW), canals, Creek Crossing etc.
- Working as TLM - NOC coordinator for SAP.
- Working as TLM coordinator for NOC KPI and follow up with NOC staff. Also, prepare the monthly/quarterly and yearly KPI Report for VP office.
- Training and introduction provided for the newly joined patrolling staff.
- TLM coordinator with DEWA Internal Departments such as II&PD, Distribution Project Execution Department - NOC section and Connection Services Department.
- DEWA 400/132KV cable/OHL NOC dept.
Supervisor - Transmission Line Maintenance NOC
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)
02.2016 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: DEWA 400/132KV cable/OHL NOC Dept.
- Issuing electricity NOCs for building construction work within the plot limit.
- Working as TLM coordinator for preparing the undertaking letter updating for II&P.
- Issuing as built approval and completion certificate for Road and Infrastructure network and other technical services requests.
- Issuing NOC for trail pits NOC for electricity.
- Attending emergency work at site to solve NOC related issues whenever required.
- To provide technical and communication exchanges services between DEWA internal departments and external agencies (Road Project Consultants and Contractors).
- Registering each NOC application to OMS.
- Updating the trail pit details in GIS.
- Study and prepare the comments for RTA / Other authorities/Consultants submissions assigned by the Dept. Head.
- To arrange / conduct Toolbox Talk to the contractor before issue the NOC within the vicinity of the Direct buried cable/other critical locations.
- Reported all the activities daily to line Manager.
- DEWA 400/132KV cable/OHL NOC Dept.
Sr. Draughtsman - Transmission Line Maintenance NOC
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)
07.2008 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: DEWA 400/132KV cable/OHL NOC Dept.
- NOC processing.
- Create relevant, accurate engineering documentation/ drawing in line with DEWA standards.
- Prepare daily / Weekly/Monthly report for proceed NOC.
- Conducting training of new staff to develop them in NOC related activities and the site staff for checking of NOCs.
- Conduct coordination meeting at site and office with contractors, consultants and other utilities to resolve the issues related to NOCs.
- Registering each NOC application to OMS.
- DEWA 400/132KV cable/OHL NOC Dept.
Draughtsman - Transmission Line Maintenance NOC
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)
07.2005 - 01.2008
- Company Overview: DEWA 400/132KV cable/OHL NOC Dept.
- NOC processing.
- Preparation of drawings as per DEWA standard in various locations of Dubai.
- NOC drawings, scanning and documentation.
- To arrange / conduct Toolbox Talk to the contractor before issue the NOC within the vicinity of the Direct buried cable/other critical locations.
- Reply of official incoming E-mail correspondence.
- DEWA 400/132KV cable/OHL NOC Dept.
Civil Architectural draughtsman
M/s Fakery consultant
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Preparation of villa / building design drawings as per DM standard in various locations of Dubai.
- Study all the technical specifications, details, approved design drawings and ensure that the construction drawings shall execute the works as per the same.
Electrical Draughtsman
M/s Challenger Electro Mechanical
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Major project undertaken.
- Development of Samaliha Island in Abu Dhabi.
- Development of I/C 2 Shak Zayed Road in Dubai.
- Major road and civil work in various locations of DUBAI.
- Proficiency in Computer Aided Design other applications.
Skills
- Planning & Organizing
- Control & Monitoring
- Quality Management
- Leadership Skills
- Team Management
- Decision Making
- Design Reviewing
- Critical Thinking
- Multi-Tasking
- Client Relations
- Communication Skills
- Technicality
- Method Statement Reviewing
- Infrastructure Development skills
- Quick learning
- Computer Skills
Projects
Dubai Metro Al Sufouh transit system (TRAM) DEWA 400kv Tunnel Etihad rail R999/1 Dubai Water Canal R989 Access to Bluewater Island EXPO 2020 (Route 2020 Metro project) DS 215 Dubai Strategic Sewerage Tunnel
Training
- Management Training Program - Cannizaro Business Improvement Project, Dubai, U.A.E.
- In-House Training Certificate training on OH&S induction training from Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Dubai, U.A.E.
Education
Diploma in Civil and Architecture, Shobhit University, Meerut, India.
Civil Draughtsman, Indian Techinical Educational Society, Mumbai, India.
Civil Draughtsman, Kerala Technical Institute, Kerala India.
Architectural Engineering and Construction (A/E/C), Certificate from Autodesk (Auto Cad), Arc GIS.
Personal Information
- Passport Number: I 0546819
- Date of Birth: 05/10/78
- Nationality: Indian
- Driving License: Valid UAE License
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Islam
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Advanced
C1
Malayalam
Proficient
C2
Tamil
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Engineer - Transmission Asset Management - Line NOC
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)
09.2024 - Current
Asst. Engineer - Transmission Line Maintenance NOC
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)
10.2019 - 01.2024
Supervisor - Transmission Line Maintenance NOC
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)
02.2016 - 01.2019
Sr. Draughtsman - Transmission Line Maintenance NOC
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)
07.2008 - 01.2016
Draughtsman - Transmission Line Maintenance NOC
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)
07.2005 - 01.2008
Civil Architectural draughtsman
M/s Fakery consultant
01.2004 - 01.2005
Electrical Draughtsman
M/s Challenger Electro Mechanical
01.2002 - 01.2004