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Faizel Achmat

Bradbury,Australia

Summary

Dynamic Facilities Manager with a proven track record at Resmed, excelling in facility operations and regulatory compliance. Expert in budget management and emergency response, I successfully directed maintenance teams and enhanced operational efficiency. Adept at contractor management, I ensure projects meet quality standards while fostering a collaborative work environment.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Facilities Manager

Resmed
Sydney
03.2022 - Current
  • Direct facilities maintenance and responsive tasks for building and plant assets.
  • Assessed repair needs by examining quotations and estimated expenses.
  • Directed function of various BMS systems.
  • Resolved building emergencies swiftly ensuring impactful interventions
  • Managed team to ensure conformity with safety regulations and standards.
  • Carried out comprehensive inspections of equipment and buildings.
  • Recruited and mentored new maintenance staff.

Maintenance Head Section Leader

Aldi
12.2014 - 03.2022
  • Direct all building maintenance and compliance (preventative & reactive) efforts at distribution center.
  • Manage all aspects of Manual Handling Machinery Maintenance (Preventative & Reactive) for Distribution Center and 125 Aldi stores.
  • Conducted review of contractor tenders, implementing recommendations based on analysis.
  • Constructed comprehensive Scope of Works documents specifying project expectations
  • Managing and validating all R&M billing.
  • Management of Maintenance software (MEX) for R&M.

Trade Assistant

Prime Pumps (Australia)
09.2013 - 05.2014
  • Assembling various pump set components.
  • Constructing jacking pumps and cooling manifolds.
  • Provided support in measuring, cutting, and assembling materials as per project requirements.
  • Provided assistance with manual handling tasks when required.

Graduate Engineer

Glencore (Rhovan Mine)
, South Africa
05.2010 - 04.2012

Executing diverse engineering projects such as:

  • Pipeline and wash water system,
  • Hydraulic Filter Press installation
  • Heat exchanger implementation.
  • Conducted assessment and reinforcement of steel structures within chemical plant
  • Compilation of the Scope of Work documents for new projects.
  • Oversaw project management to ensure timely delivery and quality standards.
    Supervised contractors to maintain adherence to project specifications and deadlines.

Project Leader/Instrumentation Technician

Lesedi Nuclear Services
09.2005 - 11.2008
  • Established Gamma Radiation protection structure at Nuclear Power Station
  • Development of Scope of Works documentation
  • Supervision of contractors.
  • Conducted maintenance and repair operations for Reactors Nuclear Instrumentation System throughout maintenance intervals.
  • Performing quality control duties.

Education

National Diploma Mechanical Engineering -

Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
Cape Town, South Africa
11.2006

Skills

  • Facility operations
  • Building operations
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Budget management
  • Emergency response
  • Contractor management

Timeline

Facilities Manager

Resmed
03.2022 - Current

Maintenance Head Section Leader

Aldi
12.2014 - 03.2022

Trade Assistant

Prime Pumps (Australia)
09.2013 - 05.2014

Graduate Engineer

Glencore (Rhovan Mine)
05.2010 - 04.2012

Project Leader/Instrumentation Technician

Lesedi Nuclear Services
09.2005 - 11.2008

National Diploma Mechanical Engineering -

Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
Faizel Achmat