Arun kumar

Dedicated Engineer with excellent technical, analytical and communication skills demonstrated by 19+ years of experience. Proficient at communicating and gaining consensus when needed to meet goals. Willingly accepts new projects and challenges, adapting easily to changing environments and priorities. Proven ability to develop process improvements and drive partnerships through operational support and change management.

Experience Details: 1. Working as a Chief Engineer in Radisson Hotel Dubai DAMAC Hills (4*), Dubai. DURATION: Jan -2020 to date.
ACHIEVEMENTS:
 Successfully opened the hotel (481 keys) with minimal snagging within the specified period.
 Highlighted the Major design defects in Hot water systems, MEP systems & FLHSS systems and got them rectified by the project team. Those led to huge savings in HLP and Guest experience.
 Part of the team achieved the Top 10% of hotels in Dubai.
 Achieved 20% HLP savings through various energy-saving plans without GRMS & proper BMS system.
 Trained all staff to develop multi-personal skills by minimising guest room complaints and improved the Engineering team’s efficiency.
2. Worked as a Chief Engineer in Radisson Blu Hotel (5*), Ajman. DURATION: April - 2017 to Dec-2019.
ACHIEVEMENTS:
 Successfully opened the hotel with minimal snagging within the specified period.
 Part of the team achieved the Top 3 hotels in Ajman and the Top 3 in guest Surveys.
 Achieved 30% energy conservation through various energy-saving plans.
 Trained all staff to develop multi-personal skills by minimising guest room complaints and improved the Engineering team’s efficiency.
FIELDWORK SPECIALIZATION:
 Led the Engineering Team in the day-to-day engineering and maintenance operations of the hotel, including service standards, equipment schedules, and work schedules.  Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.  Conducted routine and ongoing assessments of system operations by performing tests, rounds and analysing data.  Work closely with vendors and internal sourcing to establish relationships, fostering new opportunities, solutions and cost savings.  Attended department head meetings to share information and voice concerns.  Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings to recommend improvements.  Analysed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.  Set budgets for engineering tasks, tailoring financial limitations to business goals and optimising return on investment (ROI) for completed deliverables.  Adhered to overall company business goals, meeting prescribed completion deadlines for the projects.  Preparing department budget (CAPEX, POMEC and HLP).  Communicate with Housekeeping to coordinate and prioritise maintenance activities for Guest rooms and public areas.  Develop systems and procedures to ensure the health and safety of Guests and Team Members, as well as the proper conditions for plants, machinery, and property.  Communicate with Government agencies to ensure full compliance with statutory regulations.  Coordinate renovation bidding, define the cost and scope of the project, and oversee the general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work is performed cost-effectively.  Identify and introduce environmentally friendly systems and equipment  Monitor Key Performance Indicators for the Engineering Department and take corrective action, as required, to improve equipment inventory, quality audit, productivity, and other objectives.  Manage all Team Member related activities, including recruitment, performance management, training, career planning, disciplinary matters, and team motivation emergencies.  Operation and maintenance of 250 kVA diesel generator, water treatment plants, Swimming Pools, CMS system, Fire Alarm and Firefighting system, Heat exchangers, AHU, FCU and all HVAC systems.  Maintaining all records for the municipality as per local policies.  Preparation and maintenance of HACCP records and ensure maintenance of kitchen equipment.
3. Worked as an Assistant Chief Engineer in Movenpick Hotel (5*), JLT, DUBAI. DURATION: April - 2014 to March - 2017.
FIELDWORK SPECIALIZATION:  Assist the Director of engineering in day-to-day operations.  Maintain a complete, updated reference system of all technical documentation manuals, spare parts, as-built drawings and information pertaining to installed equipment.  Manage and supervise two separate teams for Hotel and Residential.  Responsible for maintenance issues within the hotel.
 Perform daily checks around the hotel.  Conduct lift emergency release procedures as required.  Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment within the hotel.  Ensure good relationships are built with internal and external customers.  Maintenance of all hotel fixtures and fittings to ensure they are safe and act when any unsafe situations arise.  Coordinate renovation bidding, define the cost and scope of the project, and oversee the general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work is performed cost-effectively.  Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Engineering for the health and safety of the hotel.  To ensure all equipment and machinery preventive maintenance through Maintenance software (DYNAwin) as per the procedure.  To prepare the duty roster and adjust the workforce while emergencies.  Operation and maintenance of 1000 kVA diesel generator, water treatment plants, Swimming Pools, CMS system, Fire Alarm and Firefighting system, Heat exchangers, AHU, FCU and all HVAC systems.  Maintaining all records for the municipality as per local policies.  Preparation and maintaining of HACCP records and ensuring maintenance of kitchen equipment.  The Hotel Health and safety policy, operation standards and departmental procedures.  Participates in Hotel Energy Conservation by conducting Fire Prevention Training Programs.  Ensure that Safety training is provided to staff and that proper safety practices are followed. ACHIEVEMENTS:
 Got “Leader of the Quarter” for the 4th Quarter 2015 in MOVENPICK HOTEL, JLT, Dubai.
 Achieved 27% energy conservation through various energy-saving plans.
 Trained all staff to develop multi-personal skills by minimising guest room complaints and improved the Engineering team’s efficiency.
 Led in front to get “GREEN GLOBE” certification for the property.
4. Worked as a Chief Engineer in Carlton Tower Hotel (4* Deluxe), DUBAI. DURATION: August - 2013 to March - 2014.
FIELDWORK SPECIALIZATION:
 Manage areas of operation to budget by reviewing operating statements, budget worksheets and payroll progress reports  Manage the department's controllable expenses to achieve budgeted goals.  Review and manage controllable expenses such as heat, light, power, water consumption, tools and equipment, groundskeeping supplies, uniforms, vendors, service agreements, etc.
 Maintain a complete, updated reference system of all technical documentation manuals, spare parts, as-built drawings and information pertaining to installed equipment.  Manages the physical plant, including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment and electrical systems in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.  Coordinating with all AMC contractors and outside contractors.  Conducting training for department trainers and Safety training for all departments.  Coordinate activities with other responders, direct the work of staff and utilisation of resources to repair and ensure the safety of the community effectively.  To ensure all equipment and machinery preventive maintenance as per the procedure.  To prepare the duty roster and adjust manpower while emergencies.  Maintaining all records for the municipality as per local policies.  Preparing and maintaining HACCP records and ensuring maintenance of kitchen equipment as per HACCP.  The Hotel Health and safety policy, operation standards and departmental procedures.  Participates in Hotel Energy Conservation by conducting Fire Prevention Training Programs.  Ensure that Safety training is provided to staff and that proper safety practices are followed. 5. Worked as an Assistant Chief Engineer in Asiana Hotel (5*), DUBAI. DURATION: January - 2012 to August - 2013.
FIELDWORK SPECIALIZATION:  Assist Chief Engineer in day-to-day operations.  Maintain a complete, updated reference system of all technical documentation manuals, spare parts, as-built drawings and information pertaining to installed equipment.  Coordinating with all AMC contractors and outside contractors.  Conducting training for department trainers and Safety training for all departments.  Coordinate activities with other responders, direct the work of staff and utilisation of resources to repair and ensure the safety of the community effectively.  To ensure all equipment and machinery preventive maintenance as per the procedure.  Install, test and maintain the electrical and electronic equipment using hand tools and power tools.  To prepare the duty roster and adjust manpower during emergencies.  Operation and maintenance of 275 kVA diesel generator, water treatment plants, CMS system, Fire Alarm and Firefighting system, Chillers, AHU, FCU and all HVAC system and Laundry equipment.  Maintaining all records for the municipality as per local policies.  Preparation and maintenance of HACCP records and ensure maintenance of kitchen equipment as per HACCP.  The Hotel Health and safety policy, operation standards and departmental procedures.  Participates in Hotel Energy Conservation by conducting Fire Prevention Training Programs.  Ensure that Safety training is provided to staff and that proper safety practices are followed. ACHIEVEMENTS:
 Got “Manager of the Half” for the First Half 2013 in ASIANA HOTEL, Dubai.
 Achieved 30% energy conservation through various energy-saving plans.
 Trained all staff to develop multi-personal skills by minimising guest room complaints and improved the Engineering team’s efficiency.
6. Working as a Shift Engineer in TAJ Palace Hotel (5* Deluxe), DUBAI. DURATION: October - 2010 to December - 2011. FIELDWORK SPECIALIZATION:  Maintain a complete, updated reference system of all technical documentation manuals, spare parts, as-built drawings and information pertaining to installed equipment.  Install, test and maintain the electrical and electronic equipment using hand tools and power tools.  To prepare the duty roster and adjust manpower during emergencies.  Operation and maintenance of 600 kVA and 300 kVA diesel generators.  Operation and maintenance of water treatment plants, Hot water and steam boilers.  Operation and maintenance of Fire Alarm and Firefighting system, BMS and CMS system.  Operation and maintenance of Laundry equipment and kitchen equipment as per HACCP.  Operation and maintenance of Chillers, AHU, FCU and all HVAC systems.  The Hotel Health and safety policy and Procedures.  Ensure that Safety training is provided to staff and that proper safety practices are followed. ACHIEVEMENTS:
 Got Employ of the Month for October 2011 in TAJ PALACE HOTEL, Dubai.
 Achieved 20% of Energy conservation in 5 months through various energy-saving plans at TAJ PALACE HOTEL, Dubai. 7. Worked as an Electrical Foreman in RADIANT TECHNICAL WORKS, DUBAI. DURATION: January- 2008 to Sep- 2010. – 3 years. FIELDWORK SPECIALIZATION:  Directed the installation of electrical wiring, conduit and electrical fixtures in high-raised Official and Residential buildings.  Analyze and work as per the Electrical drawing and Load schedule.  Well knowledge of Telecommunication systems (FOC) and TV systems.  Well knowledge of DEWA electricity rules.  Well knowledge of Fire Alarm Systems.  Well knowledge of Centralized Battery systems. ACHIEVEMENTS:
 Got appreciation for finished Electrical, Fire Alarm and other low voltage works before the specified period at Radiant Technical Works.
8. Worked as Electrical maintenance supervisor for Global Freight Service in Iraq. DURATION: September- 2006 to April-2007 ---- 1 year. FIELDWORK SPECIALIZATION:
 Installation and service of L.T. Generators and L.T. installations.  Electrical cable and Communication cables lying and maintenance.  Fire alarm wiring and installation, maintenance.  Panel Board wiring, maintenance and Troubleshooting.  Maintenance, service and troubleshooting of Motors, Pumps.  Building wiring and maintenance.

Education Qualification:
 DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING Nachimuthu Polytechnic College, Pollachi. Aggregate: 82.5 %, Year of passing: APR-2003 Certifications:  Sustainable Tourism - 19 Measures of Sustainability Course.  Sustainable Tourism Course.