Dinesh Ramanathan
Klang
Summary
Productive employee with a proven track record of successful project management and producing quality outcomes through leadership and team motivation. Works with clients to determine their requirements and provide excellent service. Superior planner and decisive leader with a dual focus on safety and performance in all areas of building maintenance operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Coordinator
Sodexo Malaysia Sdn Bhd
09.2020 - Current
- Scheduled and coordinated repairs required according to priorities and deadline-dependent issues.
- Coordinated office and parking space allocation according to seniority and requests.
- Managed budget delegation and monitoring for facility maintenance activities based on priorities.
- Managed day-to-day communication with maintenance contractors and service providers, acting as principal site contact.
- Managed day-to-day operations of office spaces, maintaining functional, clean and professional environment.
- Performed HVAC maintenance, repaired electrical systems and managed building automation systems.
- Responded to emergencies by coordinating appropriate resources and services to keep everyone safe.
- Recruited and mentored new maintenance staff to build workforce and improve performance.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance and safety training with onsite managers regulatory agencies to reduce risk.
- Completed audits and checks to secure office compliance with current legislation.
- Coordinated with onsite managers, liaison officers and other outside agencies regarding safety and preventive maintenance.
- Managed building and system start-up to accomplish project goals, specifications and contract requirements.
- Solved problems and offered solutions to maintain and satisfy facility users.
- Planned maintenance activities following budget, building use needs and operational requirements to maintain high standards.
- Established and adjusted control systems to provide operations sequence falls in line with commissioning requirements.
- Supervised external facility contractors for service consistency and standards.
- Oversaw building improvements to update facilities and meet tenant requirements.
- Conducted regular reviews of supplier relationships for quality and cost analysis.
- Managed building and system start-up to ensure accomplishment of project goals, specifications and contract requirements.
- Maintained records of payments, vendor pricing, energy usage and activity reports to update accounts.
- Planned maintenance activities in accordance with budget limitations, building use needs and operational requirements.
- Managed waste disposal, hazardous chemical management and recycling programmes.
- Ensured all facility tools, components and machines stayed in compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Set up evacuation and emergency response plans.
- Designed schedules for deep cleaning facilities, arranging according to work needed, requests and priorities.
- Reacted promptly and efficiently to maintenance emergencies by delegating tasks to workforce or conducting repairs as needed.
- Thoroughly quality inspected all work carried out by maintenance teams, ensuring work was performed to exceptional standards.
- Safely and effectively removed hazardous materials following regulations.
- Developed policies and procedures for facility operations based on current government laws and regulations.
- Prepared monthly and yearly management reports to present key facility statistics.
Interim Facility Manager
Sodexo Malaysia Sdn. Bhd
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during periods of transition or restructuring.
- Championed change within the organization through consistent communication of vision, goals, and expectations across all teams involved in achieving success together as one cohesive unit.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to align business objectives and ensure successful project outcomes.
- Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment.
- Handled tenant relations by addressing complaints and concerns quickly to promote facility satisfaction.
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors to arrange services and repairs to be completed on time and to desired quality levels.
- Managed security and access control by overseeing surveillance camera, alarm and card access systems for facility safety and security.
- Prepared reports and schedules with accuracy.
- Oversaw building automation system and monitored HVAC, security and audio-visual systems, maintaining functionality of equipment.
- Oversaw annual budget to handle supply, labor and maintenance needs.
- Developed and oversaw budgets for facilities and worked within cost restraints.
- Tracked and documented operational and financial records to perform analysis of performance and costs.
- Monitored electricity, gas and water systems for proper function to minimize costs.
- Maintained inventory and ordered supplies to keep facility resources readily available.
- Managed parking and transportation systems by monitoring parking areas and transport services to promote easy accessibility for occupants.
- Increased cost savings by renegotiating vendor contracts and identifying areas for budget optimization.
- Developed strategic plans for facility improvements, considering both short-term needs and long-term objectives.
Senior Electrical Technician
Sodexo Malaysia Sdn Bhd
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Maintained records of maintenance and repair work for use as reference in future repairs.
- Troubleshot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls for repairs to help operations team stay on schedule.
- Assisted in establishing and maintaining scheduled maintenance programmes for plant equipment to minimise unscheduled downtime.
- Handled requisition of electrical parts, checking delivered items for compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Assisted staff with information regarding electrical systems within site and off-site locations.
- Provided estimates of cost, materials and time required to complete jobs to help with planning.
- Used required personal protective equipment to protect against arc flash and shock.
- Planned, laid out and installed electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures around local codes and job specifications.
- Performed high voltage switching and operated generators in support of operations.
- Identified existence of electrical hazards and safely isolated, grounded and prepared circuits and electrical apparatus to enable repairs.
- Cut and removed trees, branches and brush in close proximity to energised power lines to minimise hazards.
- Tested electrical equipment after installation or repair to confirm proper working and made necessary adjustments.
- Cleaned and properly stored assigned work tools and equipment to maintain optimum working condition.
- Read and interpreted engineering drawings and manuals to install, calibrate and maintain electrical apparatus.
Electrical Supervisor
GSC Sdn Bhd
09.2015 - 12.2017
- Obtained proper permits to carry out electrical work on facility and construction projects.
- Maintained documentation of site conditions, progress and resources needed to complete agreed projects.
- Carried out thorough inspections and testing of installations, raising issues with electricians for swift repair.
- Generated checklists to minimise errors, decreasing backlogs and rework labour to improve profitability.
- Assembled and dismantled electrical components to troubleshoot issues and identify root causes.
- Managed electrical installations across commercial and retail properties, delivering on-time faultless completion.
- Supervised site access for electrical staff, operatives and equipment deliveries, maintaining site security.
- Kept track of work progress and maintained daily logs.
- Followed correct procedure for removal, handling and disposal of hazardous construction materials.
- Coordinated site timeline and crew activities with activities of other crews and projects.
- Trained team members in onsite safety protocols and procedures to minimise injuries.
Electrical Technician
Safe Guard G4S Sdn Bhd
09.2013 - 09.2015
- Installed wiring, outlets and controls to coordinate lighting, heating and other systems.
- Utilised screwdrivers, saws and drills to repair and replace wiring and equipment, following safety measures.
- Briefed and trained staff to install, maintain and repair wiring and systems to comply with safety regulations.
- Ordered electrical supplies to maintain consistent stock during emergency situations, managing complete inventory requirements.
- Repaired and maintained electrical systems to manage wear and tear, preserving functionality and reliability.
- Examined calendar to prepare schedules and coordinate activities with varied electrical divisions and sections.
- Advised management to properly disregard and set aside unsuitable and outdated equipment to avoid hazards.
- Authored clear and detailed engineering specifications to clarify design details and functional criteria of each unit.
- Assembled and tested appliances and apparatus following specifications to determine power and performance.
- Provided costs and projected timelines of repairs for clients to prepare and avoid disruptions.
- Perform preventative maintenance measures to minimise delays and lags, testing power of equipment.
- Conducted safety inspections and tests of electrical equipment.
- Recorded services rendered to provide progress and status reports to management, keeping files up to date and organised.
- Constructed electrical conduits to provide superior protection and safety for wires.
- Responded rapidly to service requests and prioritised urgent matters to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems.
Electrical Maintenance Technician
VMS Electrical Sdn Bhd
01.2013 - 08.2013
- Independently troubleshot electrical issues using digital multimeters and battery analysers.
- Tested entire electrical assembly to assess performance levels and monitor safety concerns.
- Managed installation of various electrical systems to customer specifications.
- Installed emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements.
- Adhered to health and safety guidelines throughout jobs by conducting risk assessments, monitoring surroundings, following procedures and utilising PPE.
- Diagnosed and replaced failed domestic electrical components following safety standards.
- Built and installed control panels operating electrical systems in buildings, protecting electrical, instrumentation and control devices.
- Monitored and ordered critical spares for electrical services.
- Assessed electrical systems, circuit continuity and accessory fixtures with various testing equipment.
- Performed electrical utility services for industrial-based and new building projects.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Evaluated electrical systems, equipment and components to identify and resolve defects and safety risks.
- Directed electricians on installation, maintenance and repair on electrical wiring and equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance and testing on commercial and domestic electrical systems, ensuring systems worked safely and within electrical guidelines.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Electrical Engineering Phase 1-3, Institute Technology
VIS Mechatronic College
Shah Alam2016
Skills
- Facility supply management
- Security system testing
- Team leadership
- Blueprint reading
- Schedule coordination
- Contractor coordination
- Service planning
- Cost calculations
- System inspections
- Office equipment maintenance
- Parking allocation
- Business administration
- Maintenance management
- Maintenance schedule coordination
- Building preventative maintenance
- Administrative management
- Building evacuation planning
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Malay
Upper Intermediate
B2
Tamil
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Interim Facility Manager
Sodexo Malaysia Sdn. Bhd
07.2023 - 09.2023
Facility Coordinator
Sodexo Malaysia Sdn Bhd
09.2020 - Current
Senior Electrical Technician
Sodexo Malaysia Sdn Bhd
05.2018 - 08.2020
Electrical Supervisor
GSC Sdn Bhd
09.2015 - 12.2017
Electrical Technician
Safe Guard G4S Sdn Bhd
09.2013 - 09.2015
Electrical Maintenance Technician
VMS Electrical Sdn Bhd
01.2013 - 08.2013
Certificate of Higher Education - Electrical Engineering Phase 1-3, Institute Technology
VIS Mechatronic College
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