Khalil Djebbi

Farooqs group for Advanced Sensing Technology and Energy Research (FASTER) KAUST

• First Field Trial Milestone: Successfully conducted the first field trial as a significant project milestone, demonstrating the practical application of developed systems outside the laboratory environment.
• Lab Management: Managing FASTER lab activities. Experience in managing laboratory activities, evaluating laboratory needs, and overseeing procurement processes for necessary resources and equipment.
• Safety Management: Served as the Lab Safety Representative. Expertise in implementing safety management systems.
• Project Leadership: Experience in managing laboratory activities, and providing hands-on guidance and mentorship to graduate students.
• Procurement and Logistics: Skills in negotiating with suppliers, managing quotes and lead times, dealing with import/export logistics, and coordinating procurement processes.
• Collaboration and Communication: Proven ability to collaborate with various stakeholders, and effectively communicate project updates, challenges, and successes.
• Technical Expertise: Strong technical skills in areas such as engineering, with a focus on practical applications and real-world engineering practices.
• Documentation and Reporting: Experience in documenting prototyping processes, experimental procedures, and test results, as well as preparing reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Lab Equipment Management: Orchestrating preventive maintenance schedules, coordinating with the LEM team for proactive upkeep, and adeptly troubleshooting technical issues.
• Independent and Team-oriented: Highly motivated with the capability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to the overall success of projects and initiatives.
• Additional Responsibilities: Managing Administrative Logistics: Organizing group meetings, coordinating training sessions, and overseeing logistical aspects to ensure seamless operations. Streamlining Workflows and Procedures: Implementing automation solutions using SharePoint, PowerApps, and Power Automate to optimize workflows and enhance procedural efficiency.
• Participated in research activities by assisting in data collection and analysis. Provided support in troubleshooting and employed critical thinking to overcome obstacles encountered during the research process.
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• CCRC Team Award: Received recognition for outstanding contributions as part of the CCRC team.
• Successful Hibernation and De-hibernation of Laboratories during COVID: Played a key role in the successful hibernation and de-hibernation of facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring safety protocols were strictly followed.
• Implementation of After-hours Automated PI and Safety Team Notification: Implemented an after hours automated system to notify PIs and safety team, ensuring rapid response to any safety-related issues.
• Safety Awareness Posters: Developed and implemented safety awareness posters to enhance safety culture and awareness within the CCRC.
• Safety Orientation for Newbies and Safety Seminar: Conducted safety orientation sessions for new students and organized safety seminars to promote safety awareness and best practices.
• Weekly Announcement Email: Implemented a weekly announcement email to keep the center members informed about safety updates, protocols, and reminders.
• Managed the On-call Plan: Effectively managed the on-call plan to ensure 24/7 coverage for safety related issues.
• Planning Safety Event and Seminar: Organized and planned safety events (field day, Thursday clean up) to further promote safety culture and awareness within the CCRC.
• Review, Update, and Revise CCRC Safety Plan: Led efforts to review, update, and revise the CCRC safety plan and management system to ensure compliance with university policy and KAUST HSE regulations.
• Creating and Maintaining a Positive and Responsive Safety System: Established and maintained a positive and responsive safety system, including safety culture development, risk assessment, and incident investigation.
• Assessing Risk for Projects with Different Types of Hazards: Conducted risk assessments for projects involving various hazards, including chemical (Ammonia, Hydrogen sulfide, etc.), physical, and biological hazards.
• Contact Point Between CCRC and HSE Department: Served as the primary contact point between CCRC and the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) department.
• Collaboration with KAUST HSE Team: Worked closely with the KAUST HSE team to improve safety university-wide and promote a strong safety culture.
• Monitoring Safety Records and Creating Safety Programs: Regularly monitored safety records and developed safety programs, including the Safety Status Report (SSR) and after-hours safety protocols.

• Responsible of managing quality team and their activities.
• Internal audits.
• Initiated the process of ISO9001:2015 quality qualification.