VIGNESH KARUNAKARAN
Senior Facilities Engineer
Dubai
Summary
Results-driven Senior Facilities Engineer with over 7 years of experience in high-end residential and commercial property management. Proven expertise in supervision, operational issue resolution, maintenance coordination, health and safety compliance and quality control. Skilled in vendor management, inventory management, client relations, FM project supervision, and technical documentation. Adept at continuous improvement and implementing energy efficiency measures, committed to delivering exceptional operational efficiency and customer service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Facilities Engineer
ARENCO REAL ESTATE (A.A.Al Moosa Enterprises)
9 2019 - 9 2024
- Supervised day-to-day operations of facilities, managed 16 multistorey buildings, resolving operational issues promptly, including equipment breakdowns and safety incidents.
- Implemented energy-saving measures, promoting sustainability and reducing operational costs through effective energy management practices.
- Promoted health and safety compliance by enforcing safety protocols, conducting training, and evaluating potential risks, including fire hazards and structural integrity.
- Managed vendor performance and procurement processes,negotiating contracts and ensuring adherence to agreements, achieving cost savings of 15% and improving service quality.
- Reviewed and approved Service Level Agreements and KPIs, delivering formal reports to the operational team to ensure compliance with contractual and business standards.
- Reduced downtime for critical equipment through systematic troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
- Maintained accurate documentation on facility assets, supporting informed decision-making and proper resource allocation.
- Conducted regular audits on facility operations to identify areas of improvement, implementing corrective actions as needed to boost performance levels.
- Provided technical expertise for the selection and installation of new equipment, increasing overall productivity levels.
Facilities Engineer
Power Group Companies (Client: Nakheel FM& OA)
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Oversee the maintenance of heat exchangers, fresh air handling units (FAHUs), HVAC split units, fan coil units (FCUs), low-voltage panels, firefighting and alarm systems, access control systems, booster pumps, sump pumps, and 3500 KVA diesel generators.
- Generate and submit monthly and annual reports for assigned contracts.
- Develop daily, weekly, monthly, and planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules, along with reports for reactive maintenance.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair activities, implementing preventive maintenance schedules that increased equipment lifespan by 15% and reduced downtime by 22%
- Led energy efficiency projects that upgraded HVAC systems and lighting, resulting in a 20% reduction in energy use and a 12% decrease in operational costs
- Managed vendor relationships by monitoring service quality and ensuring contract compliance, leading to cost-effective solutions and improved vendor performance
- Prepared and maintained comprehensive technical documentation, including asset condition reports and maintenance records, to support compliance, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Improved facility efficiency by conducting regular inspections and implementing necessary upgrades.
- Compile and provide data for MIS reports related to assigned projects/accounts, sharing insights with the Operations Manager.
- Address escalations effectively to uphold and enhance brand reputation.
- Evaluate and authorize material requests in alignment with project budgets.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering -
ANNA University
01.2012 - 01.2016
Skills
Project Management
Supervision & Operations Management
Maintenance & Safety Compliance
Energy Management
Vendor & Inventory Management
Quality Control & Regulatory Compliance
Strategic Planning
Maintenance Budgeting and Project Estimation
Websites
Certification
FMP, Facilities Management Professional Course Completion
Accomplishments
- Energy Efficiency Retrofit - Upgraded systems to achieve a 20% reduction in energy use and a 15% decrease in utility costs.
- Preventive Maintenance Program - Implemented standardized schedules to improve equipment reliability and reduce breakdowns by 30%.
- Building Systems Upgrade - Enhanced system performance, reducing maintenance needs by 25% and cutting energy costs by 12%.
- Renovation Projects: Released 546 renovated apartments for leasing within a span of 10 months.
- Tenant Satisfaction Initiative - Increased satisfaction scores by 30% through improved maintenance response and feedback surveys.
- Disaster Management - Managed operations during the flood with no interruptions to electricity or water.
Timeline
Facilities Engineer
Power Group Companies (Client: Nakheel FM& OA)
08.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering -
ANNA University
01.2012 - 01.2016
Senior Facilities Engineer
ARENCO REAL ESTATE (A.A.Al Moosa Enterprises)
9 2019 - 9 2024
FMP, Facilities Management Professional Course Completion
Fire Safety - Level 1
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