Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
DOB
PASSPORT DETAILS
References
Websites
Certification
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Timeline
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CHRISTOPHER SELVARAJ

CHRISTOPHER SELVARAJ

Chennai

Summary

I am a seasoned top-level executive with 34 years of proven expertise in the energy, oil and gas, petrochemical, fertilizer, steel, and desalination industries. My extensive experience spans India, the Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, where I have consistently excelled in sales and project management, confidently overseeing every aspect of the company's operations.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Advisor - Head Sales & Marketing

Saida Metal & Alloys Limited - RHINO Insulations
Vishakhapatnam
05.2025 - Current

General Manager - Contracts & Sales

Lloyd Insulations (India) Limited
Chennai
08.2023 - 07.2024

General Maanger - Coating Divison

Petrofac Qatar W.L.L. (Petro -Q)
Doha
08.2022 - 05.2023

General Manager of Operations (Country Manager)

Kaefer LLC
Doha
06.2016 - 07.2022

Senior Operations Manager

Kaefer LLC
Abu Dhabi
06.2015 - 06.2016

Senior Project Manager

Insultec International Ltd
Rayong
09.2014 - 06.2015

Senior Project Manager

RM Leopad Sdn Bhd
Lumut
09.2013 - 09.2014

Operations Specialist

Kharafi National
Abu Dhabi
04.2012 - 06.2013

Insulation Specialist & PQS

McDermott International
Batam
09.2010 - 03.2012

Project Manager

Austin Energy (Asia) Pte. Ltd
Singapore
01.2008 - 06.2010

Project Manager

Kaefer LLC
Abu Dhabi
01.2007 - 12.2007

Site Manager

Kaefer LLC
Doha
04.2005 - 12.2006

Resident Technical Engineers & Prodcuts Sales

Cape East Ltd
Abu Dhabi
08.2003 - 04.2005

Manager - SPIR

Oman Steel Company
Ruwi
06.2002 - 08.2003

Managing Partner

Associated Engineering Company
Chennai
05.1998 - 05.2002

Assistant Manager- PAS

ACC Limited (Refractories Division))
Chennai
04.1996 - 05.1998

Resident Engineer

Chandy Insulations Pvt. Ltd
Chennai
06.1993 - 04.1996

Resident Engineer

Lloyd Insulations (India) Ltd
Chennai
05.1990 - 05.1993

Education

B.E. - Mechanical Engineering

Dindigul, India
Dindigul, India
04.1990

Skills

  • Sales strategy
  • Market analysis
  • Contract negotiation
  • Project management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Decision-making
  • Product knowledge
  • Lean Professional
  • Thermal Insulation- Hot, Cold, Acoustic, PP and Cryogenic Services
  • Refractory Application Services
  • Industrial Coatings- Surface Preparations and Coating Specialist
  • Passive Fireproofing – Cementations & Intumescent
  • Access (Scaffolding) and Formworks
  • Pre-Insulation Works – Piping & Ducts
  • Facility Management -Soft and Hard Services
  • Mechanical Fabrication and Erection of Structural and equipment Erection Works
  • Civil and Associated Work

Languages

English: Fluent, Tamil: Native, Hindi: Upper intermediate, Telugu: Upper intermediate, Malayalam: Intermediate

DOB

29th October 1968

PASSPORT DETAILS

  • Passport No - ZA085793
  • PP Validity - 28th May 2035

References

  • Tony, Walker, Painting PFP Insulation Vendor Inspector at BP, tony.walker@kbr.com, walkert3@sky.com, 0044 1642 570535, 0044 7976796591, Stockton-On-Tees, United Kingdom
  • Rajesh, Aerat, Commercial Director – IMG Composites Offshore Ltd, rajeshaerat@gmail.com, 0091 9987251970, Liskeard, United Kingdom

Certification

  • SSPC Protective Coating Inspector Level -3 (SSPC -PCI -Level -3).ID No: 72064
  • International Association of Engineers - IAENG-LICENCE 161171.
  • Integrated Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety Internal Auditor course (ISO9001:2008, ISO14001:2004& OHSAS 18001:2007) Certificate No: SI 38599
  • Marine Operations Course - ADMA / ADGAS - Storex and Jetty Operations.
  • Six Sigma Green Belt Professional
  • Six Sigma Black Belt Professional
  • Project Management Certification ISO 9001: 2008
  • Professional ISO 14001: 2004
  • Professional Total Quality Management
  • Diploma in Six Sigma & Lean Professional.
  • Professional Diploma in Facilities Management.
  • Certification from Simian Guide to Independent Scaffolds.
  • Completed Basic Lean Leader Training (LLT).
  • Professional certification from Simian Guide to Scaffold Components.
  • Certification in Corporate Strategy from the University of London and UCL School of Management.
  • Membership (MIET) of “The Institution of Engineering and Technology” (IET). Membership Number is: - 1100425876.
  • Associate Member – AMIE, The Institution of Engineers (India), Issued - Aug 2023, Credential ID 034427/AM3092200
  • Chartered Engineer. C.Eng. (India) The Institution of Engineers (India), Issued - Aug 2023 Credential ID 030061/AM3092200.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Design and implement business strategies, plans, and procedures
  • Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth, and establish policies that promote a positive company culture aligned with the company's vision
  • Oversee daily operations, managing the work of executives across various departments, including proposals, sales, marketing, project execution, operations, human resources, administration, accounts and finance, health, safety, and environmental (HSE), quality, stores, logistics, and IT
  • Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication
  • Evaluate performance by analyzing and interpreting relevant data and metrics
  • Write and submit reports to the Managing Director (MD) and CEO on all significant matters.
  • Assist the MD and CEO in implementing new technologies and products
  • Manage relationships with partners and vendors
  • Ensure effective recruiting, onboarding, professional development, performance management, and retention of staff
  • Ensure compliance with national and local business regulations, taking appropriate action when necessary.
  • Analyze internal operations and identify areas for process improvement
  • Lead and manage the sales and marketing functions, driving business planning, strategy implementation, and market expansion initiatives to penetrate new markets, and foster business growth
  • Maintain proactive and regular engagement with key client contacts in line with their expectations.
  • Review the contract and tender documentation to ensure a thorough understanding of the requirements, directing preliminary planning stages as necessary for a successful bid
  • Actively participate in LEAN management activities, such as waste walks, Gemba walks, LEAN pulse audits, and the preparation and review of Kaizens
  • Continuously review and update market mapping to inform the reshaping of annual business plans and strategies accordingly
  • Set the direction and lead by example to embed a positive EHS culture
  • Attend EHS Department audits and ensure that an action plan is established to address identified issues.
  • Formulate and deliver a digital transformation strategy by utilizing technology to streamline business processe

Timeline

Advisor - Head Sales & Marketing

Saida Metal & Alloys Limited - RHINO Insulations
05.2025 - Current

General Manager - Contracts & Sales

Lloyd Insulations (India) Limited
08.2023 - 07.2024

General Maanger - Coating Divison

Petrofac Qatar W.L.L. (Petro -Q)
08.2022 - 05.2023

General Manager of Operations (Country Manager)

Kaefer LLC
06.2016 - 07.2022

Senior Operations Manager

Kaefer LLC
06.2015 - 06.2016

Senior Project Manager

Insultec International Ltd
09.2014 - 06.2015

Senior Project Manager

RM Leopad Sdn Bhd
09.2013 - 09.2014

Operations Specialist

Kharafi National
04.2012 - 06.2013

Insulation Specialist & PQS

McDermott International
09.2010 - 03.2012

Project Manager

Austin Energy (Asia) Pte. Ltd
01.2008 - 06.2010

Project Manager

Kaefer LLC
01.2007 - 12.2007

Site Manager

Kaefer LLC
04.2005 - 12.2006

Resident Technical Engineers & Prodcuts Sales

Cape East Ltd
08.2003 - 04.2005

Manager - SPIR

Oman Steel Company
06.2002 - 08.2003

Managing Partner

Associated Engineering Company
05.1998 - 05.2002

Assistant Manager- PAS

ACC Limited (Refractories Division))
04.1996 - 05.1998

Resident Engineer

Chandy Insulations Pvt. Ltd
06.1993 - 04.1996

Resident Engineer

Lloyd Insulations (India) Ltd
05.1990 - 05.1993

B.E. - Mechanical Engineering

Dindigul, India
CHRISTOPHER SELVARAJ