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VINOD MENON

VINOD MENON

Abu Dhabi,UAE

Summary

Experienced Electrical Professional with a strong background in installation, maintenance, and supervision of electrical systems across power plants and data centres. Led multi-disciplinary teams, coordinated with contractors, and managed maintenance activities to deliver projects aligned with safety regulations and quality standards. Expertise in fault diagnosis, resource allocation, and ensuring efficient electrical system performance.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

SR Electrical Technician

Etisalat OMB
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2025.01 - 2026.05

Troubleshot, diagnosed, and repaired electrical faults across telecom exchanges and shelters, ensuring high system availability and minimal operational downtime.
Installed, tested, and commissioned AC and DC power systems at multiple telecom sites, providing reliable power for critical communication infrastructure.
Upgraded and maintained DC plants and power generators at large- and small-capacity sites, improving equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
Provisioned, modified, and upgraded DC power distribution panels and existing power systems on-site, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project requirements.

Electrical Supervisor

GISCO Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2023.05 - 2024.12
  • Dedicated and results-driven Electrical Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in supervising installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems in industrial, power generation, and facility management environments. Proven track record of leading teams of technicians and team leader, coordinating with contractors and cross-functional departments, and managing preventive and corrective maintenance activities across 50+ sites. Demonstrated ability to ensure safe and timely execution of electrical works, achieving high system availability and reducing equipment downtime by 30% while maintaining full compliance with HSE regulations, international standards, and quality requirements, resulting in improved system reliability and operational performance

Electrical Technician

Etisalat
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2010.03 - 2023.05

Provisioning of new DC Power distribution panel/system, existing system up-gradation, and provisioning of small capacity UPS and UPS power distribution • Coordination with the nominated electrical subcontractors for installation and commissioning of various power plant related equipment and generator • Supervision, installation and maintenance of Super capacitor system • Maintenance of various types of fire alarm systems • Maintenance works in HVAC systems, VFD and Control Panels)

  • Repaired complex electrical problems, enhancing overall functionality.

Electrical Charge Hand

Al Shirawi Electromechanical LLC
Dubai, UAE
2005.10 - 2009.09

Led on-site electrical teams for lighting and small power systems across 50+ projects/sites.
Supervised conduit and wiring installations for communication and safety systems at 50+ sites.
Installed and commissioned cable trays, trunking, and distribution boards across 50+ sites, improving operational efficiency and reducing downtime by 30%

Electrical Technician

Indian Rare Earth Ltd
Kerala, India
2003.01 - 2004.12

Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on 50+ UPS systems across multiple sites, achieving over 98% system availability and reducing equipment downtime by 30%.

Education

High School Graduation - Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Kerala State
Kerala, India
03.1993

Skills

  • AC Power Plants
  • DC Power Plants
  • DC power distribution
  • Energy storage systems
  • Small capacity UPS
  • Installation
  • Commissioning
  • Generator setup maintenance
  • HVAC maintenance
  • Free cooling system
  • Project scheduling
  • Coordination with nominated electrical subcontractors
  • Data cabling installation
  • Systems up-gradation

Certification

  • Industrial Training Institute Electrician
  • National Council of Vocational Training – India
  • Driving License
  • License Number: 2438319
  • Issue Date: 2018-03-14
  • Expiry Date: 2030-03-07
  • Place of Issue: Abu Dhabi

LANGUAGES

English - Proficient
Fluent
Hindi - Native
Fluent
Tamil - Native
Fluent
Malayalam
Fluent

Timeline

SR Electrical Technician

Etisalat OMB
2025.01 - 2026.05

Electrical Supervisor

GISCO Abu Dhabi
2023.05 - 2024.12

Electrical Technician

Etisalat
2010.03 - 2023.05

Electrical Charge Hand

Al Shirawi Electromechanical LLC
2005.10 - 2009.09

Electrical Technician

Indian Rare Earth Ltd
2003.01 - 2004.12

High School Graduation - Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Kerala State
VINOD MENON