RAJU RAI
Wembley
Summary
I am a dedicated professional with over 18 years of experience in engineering, retail operations, and leadership. With a background in Electrical Engineering, I spent over six years as an Electrical Engineer and Manager at Bhutan Power Corporation Limited, where I led critical infrastructure projects and managed transmission maintenance operations. Since relocating to Perth in 2012, I have held leadership roles at Woolworths for over 12 years, including positions such as Grocery Night Replenishment Manager, Grocery Manager Relief, and Duty Manager. My expertise spans strategic planning, team development, operational efficiency, and conflict resolution. Fluent in six languages, I excel in communication, building rapport, and leading diverse teams. Passionate about promoting equity and inclusion, I am now seeking to apply my leadership and engineering skills in a role with any firms including engineering or retails leadership roles.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted in community outreach, administrative support, and event coordination
Replenishment Night Manager
Woolworths Supermarket
06.2017 - 02.2025
- Managed store operations, inventory, team supervision, and rostering for 15-25 staff members
- Oversaw merchandising, food safety, and customer service, ensuring high standards
- Led cost analysis and resource allocation for optimized night-fill operations
Replenishment Team Leader
Woolworths Supermarket
02.2016 - 06.2017
- Supervised stock management, optimized supply chain efficiency, and improved store logistics
Replenishment Team Member
Woolworths Supermarket
04.2012 - 02.2016
Engineer / Deputy Manager – Substation Maintenance Division
Bhutan Power Corporation (BPC)
06.2009 - 01.2012
- Managed six 132/33/11kV high-voltage substations, ensuring stable electricity supply across Bhutan’s eastern region
- Led a team of 6 supervisors & 4-5 engineers, overseeing maintenance, fault diagnosis, and procurement
- Spearheaded budgeting, procurement, and warehouse management for electrical equipment and materials
- Tested & calibrated energy meters, initiating a nationwide numerical meter replacement project
- Prepared technical tenders, project cost estimates, and civil layouts for substations
- Assumed managerial responsibilities during the manager’s absence, overseeing 85+ personnel
- Developed a 5-year budget plan for maintenance and construction of substations
- Successfully resolved audit issues on $AUD 30-35 million outstanding materials reconciliation, pending for 10 years
- Led the implementation of SAP modules, streamlining procurement and material tracking
- Received official recognition from Bhutan Power Corporation’s CFO and management for exceptional contributions
Engineer / Acting Manager – Transmission Maintenance Division
Bhutan Power Corporation (BPC)
01.2006 - 05.2009
- Managed 125km of 132kV transmission lines, ensuring uninterrupted power to four regions
- Led 35 personnel, including engineers, technicians, and administrative staff
- Spearheaded restoration of major transmission line failures, minimizing downtime significantly
- Conducted protection testing, line equipment installation, and commissioning
- Supervised construction of high-voltage transmission towers in challenging terrains
- Restored collapsed power lines 20 days ahead of schedule, benefiting 100,000+ residents and businesses
- Led a rapid power restoration effort during heavy snowfall, reconnecting two distant substations in 12 hours
Graduate Engineer – SCADA Installation Project
Bhutan Power Corporation (BPC)
11.2005 - 01.2006
- Assisted in SCADA system installation in 220kV & 66kV substations in collaboration with AAB Group (Kolkata, India)
- Gained expertise in CT wiring, panel configurations, and remote substation monitoring
Education
Master of Engineering - Electrical Power Engineering
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA01.2013
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical Engineering
Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology
01.2005
Skills
- Strong organizational skills with a proven track record of managing tasks efficiently
- Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to new campaigns and initiatives
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to build rapport effectively
- Skilled in planning, creative thinking, and analytical problem-solving
- Able to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Proven experience in training and educating others
- Successful track record as both an individual contributor and a team player
- Quick to grasp new concepts, processes, and operations
- Extensive experience working in multicultural environments
- Fluent in English, Bhutanese (local and national), Hindi, and Nepali (Native)
Certification
- Australian Permanent Resident
- Australian Driver’s Licence
Professional Development
- SAP Training, 01/01/11, Materials Management, Quality Management, Warehouse Management, Sales & Distribution.
- High-Voltage Substation Operations & Maintenance, 01/01/09, Bhutan Power Corporation.
- Transmission Line Protection & Maintenance, 01/01/08, Bhutan Power Corporation.
- Leadership Training for Managers, 01/01/07, Bhutan Power Corporation.
· First Aid Certifications (21/10/2020)
- HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- HLTAID002 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
- HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
- AutoCAD, DIgSILENT PowerFactory
Publications
- Power Electronics Application in Wind Energy
- Relaying Technologies for Smart Grids
- Fibre Optics & Its Application in the Power Industry
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
Nepali
Native or Bilingual
Bengali
Limited Working
Interests
I am always an active person and love playing soccer, an athletic person since school days and have been a marathon runner and winner in many competition, i love playing basket ball, I love going for adventure travel and play outdoor games rather than spent time inside the room I am always update with the latest technology and i love to get engaged in new innovation and I live taking challenges I love cooking food and i am a great fan of different cusines
Timeline
Volunteer
02.2025 - Current
Replenishment Night Manager
Woolworths Supermarket
06.2017 - 02.2025
Replenishment Team Leader
Woolworths Supermarket
02.2016 - 06.2017
Replenishment Team Member
Woolworths Supermarket
04.2012 - 02.2016
Engineer / Deputy Manager – Substation Maintenance Division
Bhutan Power Corporation (BPC)
06.2009 - 01.2012
Engineer / Acting Manager – Transmission Maintenance Division
Bhutan Power Corporation (BPC)
01.2006 - 05.2009
Graduate Engineer – SCADA Installation Project
Bhutan Power Corporation (BPC)
11.2005 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical Engineering
Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology
Master of Engineering - Electrical Power Engineering
Edith Cowan University
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