Mahmoud Mohammed

▸ Led and managed the full mechanical maintenance department, developing long-term maintenance strategies
▸ Supervised a team of engineers and technicians; conducted performance reviews and identified training needs
▸ Developed and executed annual maintenance plans; prepared executive reports for plant management
▸ Managed maintenance budget and achieved measurable cost savings while maintaining performance standards
▸ Oversaw major shutdown and turnaround projects ensuring safe execution within scheduled timelines
▸ Improved MTTR, MTBF, and OEE KPIs across all production lines
▸ Coordinated with external suppliers and contractors; managed service contracts and warranties
▸ Promoted and reinforced occupational health & safety culture within the maintenance team

*Mechanical Maintenance Manager*
*El Araby Group - Kom Abu Radi Plant, Beni Suef, Egypt*

*Key Responsibilities:*
- *Lead and supervise* a team of 25+ mechanical technicians and engineers across 3 production shifts to ensure 24/7 plant operation.
- *Develop and implement* preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for all mechanical equipment including HVAC, pumps, compressors, conveyors, and production lines.
- *Plan and control* annual maintenance budget, spare parts inventory, and procurement to minimize downtime and reduce operational costs.
- *Ensure compliance* with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and occupational safety standards during all maintenance activities.
- *Coordinate* with production, quality, and engineering departments to schedule shutdowns and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness OEE.
- *Analyze* failure data and breakdown reports to identify root causes and apply RCA methodologies to prevent recurrence.
- *Manage* contractors and external vendors for major overhauls, installations, and equipment upgrades.

*Key Achievements:*
- *Reduced unplanned downtime by 32%* within 18 months by introducing predictive maintenance using vibration analysis and thermal imaging.
- *Cut annual maintenance costs by 20%* through optimizing spare parts inventory and negotiating better contracts with suppliers.
- *Increased OEE from 68% to 84%* by leading continuous improvement projects and reducing mean time to repair MTTR.
- *Implemented CMMS system* for work orders and asset tracking, improving maintenance response time by 45%.
- *Achieved zero lost-time injuries* in the maintenance department for 2 consecutive years through safety training and LOTO procedures.
- *Led a major overhaul project* for the main production line, completed 5 days ahead of schedule and 8% under budge

▸ Designed and implemented structured preventive maintenance programs to minimize equipment failures and
production downtime
▸ Managed the SAP PM module fully: created work orders, scheduled tasks, tracked spare parts, and generated
KPI reports
▸ Led FMEA investigations and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify failure causes and apply corrective actions
▸ Applied TPM methodology across all production lines, continuously improving MTTR and MTBF indicators
▸ Supervised procurement of spare parts and consumables, maintaining maintenance costs within approved budget
▸ Trained and qualified mechanical technicians on procedures, safety standards, and best practices
▸ Prepared daily reports on plant/equipment status, breakdown incidents, and corrective actions