Hi, I’m
Zuber Khan
Ras Al Khaimah
Summary
Plant Maintenance, Energy Management, Project Management & Sustainability. Highly accomplished, Experienced professional with a proven track record in directing and managing plant maintenance, projects, energy and sustainability initiatives. Skilled in optimizing operational efficiency, reducing costs and implementing sustainable practices to enhance organizational performance. Strong leadership abilities, combined with technical expertise, to drive successful outcomes. Committed to driving continuous improvement using lean Six Sigma tools and achieving sustainable growth combining strong strategic thinking, exceptional relationship – building skills and passionate towards delivering outstanding results in sustainability. Carry Strong interpersonal and communication skills, Flexible and Adaptable to different work style and ability to work in multicultural environment. Seeking a challenging position as to leverage expertise in driving operational excellence, optimizing energy usage and implementing sustainable practices to enhance organizational growth and profitability.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
KNAUF RAK FZE
Plant Maintenance and Energy Manager
06.2012 - Current
Job overview
- Develop and implement strategic plans for plant maintenance, projects, energy management and sustainability initiatives
- Direct the plant maintenance department, ensuring the timely and efficient repair and maintenance of Gypsum Powder, Gypsum Plasterboard, Gypsum plasters, profiles manufacturing plant equipment’s and machinery of the facility
- Lead a team of maintenance professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations
- Implemented SAP PM – Plant Maintenance software to ensure efficient maintenance processes and Mobile Maintenance – TCON to digitalize the Maintenance activities for reducing plant downtimes, waiting times and improve plant utilization
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and execute capital projects aimed at improving plant efficiency and productivity
- Monitor and analyze energy consumption patterns, identifying areas for optimization and implementing energy-saving measures
- Collaborate with the Production and Quality Manager to streamline production operations, energy usage and improve processes by use of ResMa – Resource Management software
- Lead plant sustainability programs, including waste reduction, water conservation and renewable energy integration
- Evaluate and select vendors, contractors and suppliers for maintenance services and capital projects
- Develop and manage the department budget, controlling costs and ensuring compliance with financial objectives
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to optimize plant maintenance activities, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum equipment reliability
- Enhanced energy efficiency by conducting comprehensive audits and implementing targeted improvements.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment to ensure optimal performance and maximum return on investment.
- Conducted thorough research on emerging trends within the field of energy management, driving innovation within the organization''s approach to managing resources more efficiently.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers during the design phase of new construction projects, incorporating energy-efficient features from the outset to minimize long-term operating costs for clients.
- Maintain compliance with relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
- Conducted regular inspections and audits to identify maintenance needs and ensure adherence to safety standards
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and monitor plant maintenance, energy consumption and sustainability metrics
- Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans to mitigate potential disruptions to plant operations
- Stay updated with industry trends, technological advancements and regulatory changes in the field of plant maintenance, energy and sustainability.
United Mining Industries
Maintenance Manager – Electrical and Mechanical
03.2009 - 05.2012
Job overview
- Responsible for all the E & I project activities during Engineering, erection, installation, testing and commissioning of Gypsum Board product line
- Led the successful completion of major new facility and production line for gypsum board project while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Prepare BOQ’s for all the materials required for erection & installation of Switchgear, Transformer, Low Voltage distribution panels, AC Drives & PLC Control panels, Cable trays, HT cables, LV- power & control cables, plant earthing system etc
- Accountable for Design of High & Low Voltage distribution system, plant lighting system, electrical power & control panels, Plant load calculations, Power & control Cables sizing, Cable tray routings, Instruments & Electrical rooms related to Gypsum board plant and Successful installations, testing & commissioning of HV/LV transformers, MV-Switchgears, HT and LV cables, Low Voltage distribution panels, Earthing System, Control panels etc
- Supervised successful erection of various product line Equipment’s likes Burner System, Screw Conveyors, Cellular Wheel Sluices, Diverter Valves, Combustion Air Fans and Blowers…Etc
- And Successfully completed installation, testing & commissioning of Motors, Gear Boxes, shut off Flaps, Control Valves, Speed sensors, safety sensors, transmitters, temperature probes, limit switches Buckets for the Bucket Elevator etc
- Dealing with plant Equipment supplier (Gyptech) for complete electrical and instruments engineering work
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Visited Gyptech, Canada to attend E & I project meetings & for inspection of Power Controls, drives and PLC panels for Gypsum board product lines
- Initial implementation of all dry commissioning and wet commissioning plans and supervising the contractors, workers and staff in handling all activities including procedure write-up and documentation submission
- Co-ordinate with Claudius Peters controls engineers during Dry Commissioning and Startups for Mill Calcining Plant, Kettle Plant, Raw Gypsum Transport Plant (Crusher) and Packing plant
- Manage and guide all Electrical & Instruments works for successful completion, commissioning check sheets, handover procedures and punch list procedure for Gypsum Board Plant and Ensured all E & I commissioning related jobs for the facilities are in accordance with project specifications and making sure they are maintained in order to safeguard technical integrity
- Planned, Schedule & implemented total preventive maintenance system for all the electrical power equipment’s (HV/LV transformers, MV-switchgear, LVD’s, MCC’s Panels, motors etc.) controls & instrumentations parts, Siemens PLC’s, Siemens AC Sinamics Drives (G120, S120), PLC’s Communication network systems, Wonderware Intouch Applications system
- (SCADA).
Andrew Telecommunications (India) Pvt. Ltd. (Now CommScope India Pvt. Ltd)
Asst. Engineer – Plant Maintenance and Projects
04.2004 - 03.2009
Job overview
- Responsible for set-up of new factory building project which includes erection, installation, testing and commissioning of HT panels, LT panels, Factory Power And Lighting Distribution systems, MV-Switchgears, Transformers, DG sets, Cooling towers, Chillers (220 TR), Air Compressors and its Distribution, RF Cable Manufacturing Product lines, Reroll Machines, Material Handling Equipment’s etc
- Assisted in the development of technical specifications for engineering projects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established guidelines.
- Contributed to successful project completion by assisting with on-site inspections, testing, and quality control measures.
- Managed new facility electrical project work and Maintenance of the entire plant besides erection and commissioning of new machines for extension phase of company
- Carryout Energy Audit and ensuring energy conservation & Exposure in ISO 9000, TPM and 5S etc
- Collaborate with a team of engineers and technicians to ensure the efficient operation of plant equipment
- Worked Hands on operations and maintenance of HT panels, LT panels, DG sets, HT/LT transformers, AC centralizing plant, cooling towers, Air compressors (up to 75 KW), Diesel forklifts (up to 5 tons), Production machines, Battery operated stackers, worked on AC drives and DC drives (6SE70 Siemens master drives VC,6RA22, 6RA24, 6RA70), Knowledge of PLC’s (Siemens step7 300 and Allen Bradley PLC’s PLC-5 and SLC-500) & operations of Extrusion cable lines etc
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work performed and parts used
- Follow safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment
- Participate in training programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge
- Assist in the installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment.
OKASA Pvt. Ltd
Trainee Maintenance Engineer
09.2003 - 03.2004
Job overview
- Responsible for successful supervision of all the Electrical installations & testing of HT & LT Panels, LVD panels, MCC panel, Lighting panels, DG-sets etc
- During set-up of OKASA-II (New Plant)
- Operations & maintenance of DG sets, Chillers, Cooling towers, Air compressors, AHU’s unit, Building maintenance, HT panel, LT panel, Transformers, production m/c’s etc
- Assisted senior engineers in conducting equipment inspections, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve electrical and mechanical issues
- Conducted data analysis and prepared reports on equipment performance and maintenance activities
- Participated in the design and implementation of preventive maintenance programs
- Assisted in the procurement of spare parts and equipment.
Education
Gulbarga UniversityIndia
Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics from Electrical And Electronics Engineering
05.2003
Skills
- Project Management
- Plant Maintenance and Reliability
- Energy Management
- Power Plants (Natural Gas & Diesel)
- Preventive Maintenance Program
- Predictive Maintenance
- Operational Safety
- Risk Assessment
- SAP PM – Plant Maintenance
- TCON – Mobile Maintenance
- Resource Management Application
- Maintenance OPEX and Investment Budgets Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean Six Sigma
- Strategic Planning
- Team Leadership and Talent Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Effective Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Active listening & Decision Making
- Quality Management System
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
- Workplace Safety
- Energy efficiency standards
- Sustainability Strategies
- Facility Management
- K-GET
Languages
English
Hindi
Urdu
Marathi
Academictrainingcourses
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt (2022)
- Six Sigma Certification CLSSGB, CLSSBB (2021)
- Lead Auditor Energy Management Systems (2019)
- IPMVP – International Performance Measurement & Verification Protocols (2018)
- Creative Problem Solving & Decision Making (2015)
- Simatic S7 300/400 TIA PLC Programming 1 (2012)
- Project Management Professional – PMP (2022)
- Integrated Management System Internal Auditor (2021)
- Lean Practitioner Yellow Belt (2019)
- CEM – Certified Energy Managers (2017)
- Supervisory Management Skills (2013)
- AC drive - Masterdrives Vector Control (2007)
Professional Highlights
- Received Award for Exceptional Performance – Movers of Mountains 2022.
- Implemented Professional Maintenance Project in 2021 – Received 2nd Place at MEASA CI Challenge.
- Awarded for successful completion by using energy efficiency measures in KNAUF LLC office building project in 2020.
- Received Innovation Award for Submitting innovative idea in 2019.
- Awarded for successful completion of Implementing GTI 2016 for SAP PM in 2017
- Received various other awards in company organized sports events (2016 – 2022)
- Successfully Implemented Mobile Maintenance – T. CON, Digitalization of Maintenance processes.
- Successfully completed waste / cleaning water recycling projects. (Mixer, Setting line, Dryer Condensate, AC Drain)
- Implemented ResMa – Resource Management software to have real-time analyzation of Data for Energy and Production processes.
- Successfully implemented ISO50001-Energy Management System standards and Achieved certification from BSI.
- Implemented SAP PM module for managing maintenance services, processes, and materials.
- Successfully completed various energy efficiency projects – Jacket water heat recovery system, Dryer Circulation fans optimization, Compressed Air leakage study, Plant lightings - LED, use of Inverter type AC’s, Adiabatic Cooling for process water chillers, Line speed increase, Calcination throughput increase, Compressed air control for filtration process in calcination, Electrical load optimization etc.
- Reduce Maintenance Downtimes / Unplanned failures to 30% by successfully implementing professional maintenance practices.
- Reduce Maintenance cost by minimizing external services for Diesel & Gas Generators, Forklifts, other machineries by training and developing internal manpower.
- Support production team for various process optimization projects – Board weight reduction, water and energy reduction by using XCL, boardline printer’s optimization, automatic feed of support boards, mixer recirculation screws, optimizing dozing systems etc.
Values
- Menschlichkeit
- Partnership
- Entrepreneurship
- Commitment
Drivinglicense
India & UAE
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/23/1980
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
References
Available upon request.
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above information and particulars are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that if any of the above found to be incorrect, it may lead to my disqualification.
Timeline
Plant Maintenance and Energy Manager
KNAUF RAK FZE
06.2012 - Current
Maintenance Manager – Electrical and Mechanical
United Mining Industries
03.2009 - 05.2012
Asst. Engineer – Plant Maintenance and Projects
Andrew Telecommunications (India) Pvt. Ltd. (Now CommScope India Pvt. Ltd)
04.2004 - 03.2009
Trainee Maintenance Engineer
OKASA Pvt. Ltd
09.2003 - 03.2004
Gulbarga University
Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics from Electrical And Electronics Engineering
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