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RAAD AlJawi, Operations & Maintenance/Facility Manager (O&M/FM) – Mechanical,

RAAD AlJawi

Operations & Maintenance/Facility Manager (O&M/FM) – Mechanical, ·Middle East Tasks Company (METCO)

Saudi Arabia

Master's degree, Mechanical Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 17 years, 3 months

Operations & Maintenance/Facility Manager (O&M/FM) – Mechanical,

June 2020 - Present

Middle East Tasks Company (METCO)

Mecca, Saudi Arabia

June 2020 - Present

Operation and Maintenance contract through the Ministry of Finance and directed by the Real Estate General Authority at the governmental departments complex in the Holy Places. This mega project consists of 61 Building, 64 Electrical Generators 500-750Kw, Diesel Pumps, 75 booster Pump systems, all Pluming Work, water supply, drainage and irrigation system. Refrigeration and cooling system. Firefighting system, FM200, Tracer.

▪ Manage, Plan, Control and Organize the planned preventative and corrective mechanical maintenance on all of the complex buildings, fleet and other equipment in order to maximize their lifespan and ensure safety.
▪ Manage unplanned work resulting from breakdown and emergencies, making sure they are dealt with in efficient manner by prioritizing as required for the provision of a 24-hour callout service.

Company industry:
Facilities & Property Management
Job role:
Mechanical Engineering

Quality Analyst Engineer

April 2020 - June 2020

Al-Gihaz Holding, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

April 2020 - June 2020

Al Gihaz Holding provide integrated solutions for conventional energy. SEC-contractor through the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC).

▪ Analyze and validate costumers account on the company system. ▪ Validate onsite meter “installation” information’s.
▪ Mentor and train new analyst to review and validate data.

Company industry:
Installation & Technical Services
Job role:
Quality Control

Mechanical Engineer

October 2017 - April 2018

Kogan Creek Power Station, Brigalow, Australia.

Dalby, Australia

October 2017 - April 2018

This project is performed in collaborative with the Solar Boost Project for lowering the costs of O&M. This station is one of Australia’s most efficient and technically advanced coal-fired power stations, which can generate up to 750MW.

▪ Dissecting the O&M costs with the industry collaborators.
▪ Setting benchmarks for the materials development and to set them for best practice within the
industry.
▪ Manage the complete Plant Mechanical O&M function correctly and efficiently as per laid down
procedures/contract.

Company industry:
Electric Power Production & Transmission
Job role:
Research and Development

Workshop Facilitator

April 2017 - December 2017

The Central Analytical Research Facility (CARF), Brisbane, Australia.

Brisbane, Australia

April 2017 - December 2017

This workshop training of Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy detector (EDS) to determine the elemental composition of materials.

▪ One-to-one basis on specimen preparation and microscope operation.
▪ Perform Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy.
▪ Determine when and how to apply specific methods of specimen preparation, viewing and
EDS analysis for a variety of conductive and non-conductive materials.

Company industry:
1342
Job role:
Research and Development

Research Assistant

January 2017 - July 2017

Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, Australia.

Brisbane, Australia

January 2017 - July 2017

This project conducted in collaboration with The University of Queensland (UQ), for dust collection and analysis from Collinsville Power Station.
Project Titled: Cost Effective Operations and Maintenance, Project P41.

▪ Mapping of the elemental composition of surface contaminants.
▪ Investigating the surface analysis diagram and structures on the surface.
▪ Ensures that all work is performed safely and in compliance with applicable procedures, regulations.

Company industry:
Scientific Research & Development
Job role:
Research and Development

Mechanical Engineer

November 2016 - July 2017

RATCH-Australia Corporation Limited (RAC), Collinsville, Australia.

Townsville, Australia

November 2016 - July 2017

This project is supported by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency's (ARENA) Emerging Renewables Program. And it conducted in collaboration with UQ to assist RACTH assess the viability of converting the 180MW coal-fired Collinsville Power Station to a 30MW hybrid solar thermal / gas power station.

▪Investigating the factors impacting on the feasibility, including cleaning requirements and power system stability.
▪ Examine the feasibility of using Linear Fresnel Solar Thermal Reflector (LFR) technology.
▪ Predict and provide both dispatch and wholesale spot price forecasts for the proposed thermal
plant.

Company industry:
Electric Power Production & Transmission
Job role:
Research and Development

Research Assistant

April 2016 - October 2016

The University of Queensland UQ, The Gatton Solar Research Facility (GSRF), Australia.

Gatton, Australia

April 2016 - October 2016

This project is a collaboration between UQ Solar, US photovoltaic manufacturer First Solar and AGL. The Project switched on at UQ’s Gatton campus as Queensland’s largest and most sophisticated facility for pilot-scale systems-level PV research anywhere in the world.

▪ Confirming design operational feasibility recording as built engineering changes on drawings. ▪ Collect performance data / performance test of gas turbine.
▪Create, improve, apply maintenance program and ensure that equipment works to its
specification.

Company industry:
Scientific Research & Development
Job role:
Research and Development

Workshop Facilitators

August 2015 - June 2016

The University of Queensland UQ, Gatton Wind tunnel laboratory, Brisbane, Australia.

Gatton, Australia

August 2015 - June 2016

Acted as training facilitator and course instructor for TSI’s Fluid Mechanics Measurement Systems. Assisted with preparation for and conducting of experiments using optical diagnostics, Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) and Phase Doppler Particle Analyzer (PDPA) class 4 laser product.

▪ Safety induction in the wind tunnel facility and identify and assess risks in laser areas.
▪ Offered specific training programs to help students gain an understanding of the safe use of
lasers in researches.
▪ Conduct small group and individual activities based on differentiated leading needs. ▪Evaluate training materials prepared by system coordinators to ensure accuracy and
clarification.

Company industry:
1342
Job role:
Research and Development

Research Assistant

July 2015 - March 2016

The University of Queensland UQ, Gatton Wind Laboratory, Australia.

Gatton, Australia

July 2015 - March 2016

This project is a collaboration between UQ and ASTRI Program aimed at adding value in the operation and use of CST plants.

▪ Provide comprehensive characterisation of the sprays and visualisation of the flow dynamics.
▪ Measurement of droplet size and velocity in the spray (spray characteristics).

Company industry:
Scientific Research & Development
Job role:
Research and Development

Mechanical Engineer

October 2014 - July 2015

CSIRO National Solar Energy Centre, Newcastle, Australia.

Newcastle, Australia

October 2014 - July 2015

The project is being performed as part of the Australian Solar Thermal Research Initiative (ASTRI) and is supported by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency's (ARENA) Emerging Renewables Program, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO). Solar thermal research hub that has two high-concentration solar thermal tower facilities. Contains a tower and uses 200 mirrors-heliostat to generate more than 500kW of energy, producing temperatures in excess of 1500oC.

▪Training to develop, test and commercialise CSP technologies side by side with industry partners and research institutions around the world.
▪Research and development of the maintenance schedules to ensure smooth running of the plant.
Mechanical

Company industry:
Scientific Research & Development
Job role:
Research and Development

Mechanical Foreman

November 2008 - March 2014

Saline Water Conversion SWCC, Jeddah-Shuaiba, Saudi Arabia

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

November 2008 - March 2014

Working under the maintenance department at phase one and phase two, each phase includes 5 steam turbines, 5 boilers and 10 MSF units.

▪ Supervised the mechanical maintenance and operation of the section and its facilities during routine
and emergency situations, including any follow-up procedures and application of safety regulationswork
▪ Supervised and coordinated the use of permits throughout the operation processes within the power boiler and turbine section.
▪ Prepared the daily and monthly reports to the maintenance engineer in charge, on the progress of maintenance work and encountered problems.
▪ Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes, follow safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and departmental safety programs.

Company industry:
Electric Power Production & Transmission
Job role:
Mechanical Engineering

Production Engineer Manager

September 2007 - September 2008

Al-HIDADA

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

September 2007 - September 2008

Al-HIDADA is a Steel fabrication facility with annual production capacity over 200, 000 tons of steel products. Manage at fabrication, testing and evaluation of electric towers and poles, including:

▪ Supervising of all tower’s manufacturing processes (at Plant-1), ensuring quality work is done in a safe, efficient manner.
▪ Liaising with other engineers at Khumra-ABT factory (at Plant-6), to develop plans that improve production, costs, and labor required.
▪ Motivate and coach seven foremen and 151 workers, to operational success.

Company industry:
Industrial Production
Job role:
Manufacturing

Technician

September 2006 - September 2007

Municipality of Jeddah

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

September 2006 - September 2007

▪ Leader and supervisor of a research group focusing on the distribution and propagation of different types of pests (crows, dogs, rodents, cats, etc.) and their effective control.
▪ Training, coaching and encouraging the team of technicians.
▪ Created research and statistical reports and presentations.

Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy
Job role:
Maintenance, Repair, and Technician

Education

Queensland University of Technology QUT

July 2014

July 2014

Master's degree, Mechanical Engineering

Australia

GPA (percentage): 89%

GPA (percentage): 89%

Masters in Mechanical Engineering (Grade Point Average: 6.124/7), QUT, Brisbane, Australia. Masters ME Project: Design and fabrication of a suitable crusher for Queen Palm seeds. This research project was part of the bigger group to influence the use of renewable energy. The major goal of this project was to develop, improve and optimise the use of palm seed crushing technology to produce sustainable fuel for biodiesel engines.

King Abdul Aziz University

June 2006

June 2006

Bachelor's degree, Design And Mechanical Engineering

Saudi Arabia

Production Engineering and Design of Mechanical Systems BSc Project: Fork lift positioner. Designed, manufactured and tested the mechanical and electronic system for precise positioning of objects manipulated by a fork lifter.

Skills

Maintenance manager
Expert
Maintenance manager
Expert
MEP
Expert
MEP
Expert
Facility Management
Expert
Facility Management
Expert
Mechanical Engineering
Expert
Mechanical Engineering
Expert
Plant Maintenance
Expert
Plant Maintenance
Expert
Communication Skils
Expert
Communication Skils
Expert
Quick Learner Of New Technologies
Expert
Quick Learner Of New Technologies
Expert
Project Management
Intermediate
Project Management
Intermediate
Matlab
Intermediate
Matlab
Intermediate
Oral & Written Communication Skills
Expert
Oral & Written Communication Skills
Expert
Site Supervision
Expert
Site Supervision
Expert
Project Supervision
Intermediate
Project Supervision
Intermediate
Supervisory Skills
Expert
Supervisory Skills
Expert
Time Management Skills
Expert
Time Management Skills
Expert
Team Player With Excellent Communication Skills
Expert
Team Player With Excellent Communication Skills
Expert
Plant Maintenance
Expert
Plant Maintenance
Expert
Work Efficiently Under Pressure
Expert
Work Efficiently Under Pressure
Expert
Computer Skills
Expert
Computer Skills
Expert
Maintenance Supervision
Expert
Maintenance Supervision
Expert
Superior Organizational & Time Management Skills
Expert
Superior Organizational & Time Management Skills
Expert
Laboratory Experience
Expert
Laboratory Experience
Expert
Assistant Teaching
Expert
Assistant Teaching
Expert
Mechanical Engineering
Expert
Mechanical Engineering
Expert
Concentrated Solar Power
Expert
Concentrated Solar Power
Expert
Fast Learner
Expert
Fast Learner
Expert
Microsoft Office
Expert
Microsoft Office
Expert
Mechanical Inspection
Expert
Mechanical Inspection
Expert
AutoCAD
Intermediate
AutoCAD
Intermediate
Maintenance Engineering
Expert
Maintenance Engineering
Expert
Solar Energy
Expert
Solar Energy
Expert
mechanical testing
Expert
mechanical testing
Expert
ms project
Intermediate
ms project
Intermediate
pumps
Expert
pumps
Expert
operation
Expert
operation
Expert
maintenance management
Expert
maintenance management
Expert
mechanics
Expert
mechanics
Expert
materials
Expert
materials
Expert
logistics
Intermediate
logistics
Intermediate
operations management
Expert
operations management
Expert
mep
Expert
mep
Expert
negotiation
Expert
negotiation
Expert
office operations
Expert
office operations
Expert
warehousing operations
Expert
warehousing operations
Expert
asset management
Intermediate
asset management
Intermediate
waste
Intermediate
waste
Intermediate
Facilities Management
Expert
Facilities Management
Expert
Facilities Maintenance
Expert
Facilities Maintenance
Expert
planning
Expert
planning
Expert
mechanical desktop
Expert
mechanical desktop
Expert
mechanical analysis
Expert
mechanical analysis
Expert
power engineering
Expert
power engineering
Expert
mechanical aptitude
Intermediate
mechanical aptitude
Intermediate
maintenance services
Expert
maintenance services
Expert
maintenance planning
Expert
maintenance planning
Expert

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert

Memberships

American Society of Mechanical Engineers ASME

Researcher

January 2012

Engineers Australia EA

Researcher

January 2014

saudi council of engineer SCE

Mechanical Engineer

January 2009

Training and Certifications

Certifications
UQ OSHA
Oct 2014
QUT OSHA
Aug 2014

Training
Facilities Management
Technical and Vocational Training Corporation, Saudi Arabia.
Dec 2021
Facilities Management and Maintenance
Technical and Vocational Training Corporation, Saudi Arabia.
Dec 2020
Certified Project Officer
Project Of
Apr 2017
Technology of Power generation and Desalination Plants
Saline Water Conversion SWCC
Jan 2010
Mechanical Maintenance of Desalination and Power Plants
Saline Water Conversion SWCC
Dec 2008