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Abdul Razak Balaya, WORKSHOP SUPERVISOR / SERVICE ADVISOR

Abdul Razak Balaya

WORKSHOP SUPERVISOR / SERVICE ADVISOR·MASSAR SOLUTIONS PJSC

United Arab Emirates

Bachelor's degree, Automotive Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 17 years, 7 months

WORKSHOP SUPERVISOR / SERVICE ADVISOR

September 2013 - Present

MASSAR SOLUTIONS PJSC

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

September 2013 - Present

• Received and documented customer complaints, conducted thorough vehicle checks, and
addressed issues promptly.
• Utilized technical expertise for accurate diagnostics, fair repair estimates, and ensured optimal
repair processes.
• Managed vehicle registration renewals, scheduled appointments, and arranged drivers for
successful registration completion.
• Maintained workshop premises according to QHSE ISO standards, ensuring cleanliness, safety,
and timely repairs for damages.
• Allocated jobs based on technician availability to ensure quick resolution and high customer
satisfaction.
• Implemented cost-saving measures by sourcing alternative parts, using cost-effective tires,
and reducing service costs.
• Managed warranty claims, inquiries, and customer concerns while maintaining accurate
customer records.
• Acted as a liaison between customers and technicians, ensuring clear communication and fast
issue resolution.
• Educated customers on maintenance protocols and set clear expectations for delivery times.
• Developed strong client relationships, improved team performance, and suggested process
improvements, resulting in a 10% increase in satisfaction, a 10% reduction in complaints, and
a 15% reduction in service costs.

Company industry:
Automotive Dealership & Distributor
Job role:
Engineering

SERVICE ADVISOR

January 2009 - January 2013

Ruwais Motors Services,

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

January 2009 - January 2013

• Demonstrated technical expertise by understanding customer needs and raising service
orders accordingly.
• Offered expert advice, promoted value-added services, and resolved customer complaints
for positive ownership experience.
• Provided clear explanations of vehicle tasks and detailed justifications for additional
repairs, obtaining approvals.
• Coordinated workflows with Workshop teams, ensuring timely updates and delivery
commitments.
• Managed special orders, prepared invoices, and monitored payments, ensuring seamless
processes.
• Conducted post-service follow-ups, prepared quotations, and maintained organized
records.
• Stayed updated on industry trends and products through continuous learning initiatives.
• Acted as bridge between customers and technicians, facilitating clear and concise
communication.
• Maintained document control and communicated product changes to customers effectively.
• Maintained high customer satisfaction standards to meet or exceed targets.
• Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive
knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.

Company industry:
Automotive Repair, Spare Parts, & Support Services

SERVICE ADVISOR

April 2008 - April 2009

MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA PVT LTD

Mangalore, India

April 2008 - April 2009

• Informed customers of service specials, completion times, and service expenses to provide
exemplary customer service.
• Documented problems and corrective actions to maintain records.
• Pleasantly greeted customers and asked open-ended questions to better determine needs.
• Developed estimates by costing materials, supplies, and labor.
• Recommended, selected and helped locate and obtain out-of-stock parts based on
customer requests.
• Followed through on all critical inter-departmental escalations to increase customer
retention rates.

Company industry:
Automotive Dealership & Distributor
Job role:
Customer Service and Call Center

Education

Govt Technical Institute

April 2009

April 2009

Bachelor's degree, Automotive Engineering

India

Karnataka Computer Academy

January 2009

January 2009

Bachelor's degree, SAP

India

Mangalore University

April 2008

April 2008

Bachelor's degree, Business Administration And Commerce

India

Skills

Tally
Expert
Tally
Expert
SAP
Expert
SAP
Expert
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Expert
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Expert
DETAIL ORIENTED
Expert
DETAIL ORIENTED
Expert
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS
Expert
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS
Expert
RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Expert
RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Expert
QUICK LEARNING
Expert
QUICK LEARNING
Expert
COMPUTER LITERACY
Expert
COMPUTER LITERACY
Expert
RESULTS FOCUSED
Expert
RESULTS FOCUSED
Expert
ATTENTIVE SERVICE
Expert
ATTENTIVE SERVICE
Expert
ACTIVE LISTENING
Expert
ACTIVE LISTENING
Expert
Tally
Expert
Tally
Expert
MS Word
Expert
MS Word
Expert
MS Excel
Expert
MS Excel
Expert
SAP FI/CO
Intermediate
SAP FI/CO
Intermediate
SAP
Expert
SAP
Expert

Languages

English
Expert
Arabic
Intermediate
Hindi
Expert
Malayalam
Expert
Tamil
Expert
Kannada
Expert
Urdu
Intermediate

Memberships

Roteract club

Member

April 2005

Training and Certifications

Certifications
"I am Good Salesman"
Vision Institution
Apr 2009 - Jan 2033