Muhammad Sarib Cheema
Bentley,WA
Summary
Project manager and engineer with more than two years’ hands-on experience delivering infrastructure projects in Australia and additional engineering expertise in Pakistan. Adept at project planning, stakeholder coordination, and process optimisation, leveraging MATLAB, Power BI, BIM, and digital twin platforms to drive results. Proven record of leading teams to achieve compliance, cost efficiency, and operational improvements in diverse environments. Recognised for driving measurable impact in both Australian and international contexts through collaborative leadership and innovative engineering solutions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Support and Operations Officer
El Jannah
Melbourne
03.2023 - 02.2025
- Delivered operational rollout for 10 new commercial sites across Melbourne (e.g., Bayswater, Mitcham, Ferntree Gully, Pakenham, Broadmeadows, Niddrie, Dandenong), ensuring alignment with timelines, compliance standards, and KPIs.
- Supported end to end project delivery, including planning, resource scheduling, stakeholder coordination and milestone tracking across concurrent activities.
- Streamlined opening procedures, reducing setup time by 25% and improving operational consistency by 20% across locations.
- Managed store level budgets and P&L, reducing COGS variance by 12% and maintaining Labor costs within 8% of projections.
- Led prelaunch audits and readiness checks, resolving 95% of site issues prior to handover and ensuring seamless operational transitions.
- Developed standardized rollout frameworks, enabling scalable, efficient store openings.
- Delivered onboarding and KPI aligned training for 100+ staff, enhancing operational performance and brand delivery.
Data & Operations
Kooyong Liberal Campaign (VIC)
Melbourne
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Designed and managed centralized Excel-based databases to track and analyze over 1,000 volunteer records, call logs, and voter engagement metrics across multiple data sources.
- Built dynamic dashboards and performance summaries using Power Query, Pivot Tables, and data validation rules, enabling real-time monitoring of campaign progress and volunteer activity.
- Employed advanced Excel functions — including INDEX MATCH, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, IFERROR, COUNTIFS, and conditional formatting — to automate reporting, flag inconsistencies, and ensure high data integrity.
- Streamlined roster planning and shift allocations through formula-driven scheduling sheets, reducing administrative workload by over 30%.
- Integrated and cleaned datasets from doorknocking, event attendance, and phone banking logs using data cleaning, text-to-columns, and deduplication techniques.
- Conducted weekly data audits and prepared executive reports highlighting outreach efficiency, volunteer retention, and engagement trends using chart visualization and summary KPIs.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with data privacy protocols, and maintain secure, version-controlled information sharing.
- Volunteer Role.
Engineering Intern
ACT Associates
Pakistan
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Conducted load flow analysis using ETAP and MATLAB to optimize solar energy systems, achieving 12% efficiency improvement.
- Developed predictive maintenance models with Python, analyzing data from over 50 solar installations to identify trends and reduce risks.
- Reduced maintenance costs by 10% through effective risk mitigation strategies based on data analysis.
Intern Engineer
Nestlé
Lahore
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Supported the installation of HVAC units by conducting load calculations for efficiency..
- Developed expertise with system components such as ducts and filters for successful integration.
- Resolved HVAC issues through troubleshooting efforts, documenting findings and corrective actions in comprehensive reports.
Education
Master of Engineering - Management
RMIT
Melbourne07.2025
Bachelor of Engineering Sciences - Electrical and Electronics
Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology (GIKI)
Topi06.2022
Skills
Project and operations management: Microsoft Office tools, SAP, XERO, process optimization, risk mitigation, and supply chain coordination
Data and systems analysis: data modeling, predictive analytics, statistical analysis, performance dashboards, and digital twin implementation using MATLAB, Power BI, Tableau, and Lifecycle Twin
Engineering and technical expertise: systems engineering, reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), failure mode and effects analysis (FMECA), maintainability analysis (MTA), energy systems modeling, and sustainability assessments
Asset and infrastructure management: SCADA, integration of Revit, BIM, and Cupix 360 for asset lifecycle modeling, maintenance planning, and condition monitoring of industrial systems
References
Available upon request.
Selected Projects
Driving Sustainability in Construction: The Role of Innovation and Emerging Technologies in Australia (Research Paper)-Master of Engineering Management, RMIT University
· Conducted qualitative research using thematic analysis and the IPO model to assess how technologies like BIM, IoT, and digital twins enhance sustainability in Australian construction.
· Engaged with Downer industry experts to analyse real-world applications and challenges of implementing Industry 4.0 tools.
· Delivered strategic recommendations on policy, workforce upskilling, and digital adoption to support sustainable construction practices.
Energy Efficiency Audit & Process Optimization | Industrial Manufacturing Setup
Tools: MATLAB, Excel, ANSYS
· Performed thermodynamic and energy flow analysis of a small-scale metal fabrication facility.
· Modelled energy consumption of induction motors, air compressors, and furnace units to identify inefficiencies.
· Simulated waste heat recovery and motor drive control (VFD) to enhance thermal efficiency and load management.
· Proposed optimization plan achieving ~18 % reduction in power use and 2.4-year payback through system retrofits.
Lifecycle Assessment & Design of a Solar-Powered Water Pumping System
Tools: PVsyst, RET Screen, Excel, AutoCAD
Engineered a 15 kW photovoltaic system with battery storage for a 20 m³/day water pumping requirement
· Designed centrifugal pump system and evaluated hydraulic performance against solar output variability.
· Conducted full life-cycle cost and environmental impact analysis comparing solar and diesel alternatives.
· Quantified 12 t CO₂ annual reduction, with 4.2-year payback and 25-year operational lifespan
Timeline
Data & Operations
Kooyong Liberal Campaign (VIC)
03.2024 - 05.2024
Business Support and Operations Officer
El Jannah
03.2023 - 02.2025
Engineering Intern
ACT Associates
06.2022 - 08.2022
Intern Engineer
Nestlé
06.2021 - 08.2021
Master of Engineering - Management
RMIT
Bachelor of Engineering Sciences - Electrical and Electronics
Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology (GIKI)