Sunil Kumar Yadav
Col(Retd) , Indian Army
Summary
A dynamic, result oriented and enterprising team leader with 34 years of cross functional exposure across the gamut of functions including Operations Management, Equipment Management & Maintenance Services, Learning and Development, General Administration, HRM, Financial Management and Legal aspects. Possess excellent techno-managerial leadership skills and expansive approach to challenges. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director Engineering Support and Maintenance
Project Pushpak(BRO)
Aizawl
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Exercised technical control and monitoring of three Garrison Reserve Engineer Forces Workshops located in three different NE states which were involved in giving Maintenance support to the concern road construction entities( respective Task Forces)
- Ensured more than 80 percent serviceability state of all road construction equipment throughout the year by closly monitoring repair and servicing activities, optimising allocation of repair and maintenance grants and ensuring effective and economic utilization of the same. This helped the respective Task Forces to complete their annual targets
- Prepared annual firm task for overhaul of major equipment, monitored utilization of equipment and reallocation of equipment between the Task Force entities to ensure timely backloading for overhaul. Achieved 90% execution of bacloading of equipments for planned overhauls
- Ensured downgradation , disposal , auction and redistribution of road construction equipment within a very tight schedule on disbandment of two Task Forces during the period
- Responsible for planning, procurement, distribution, monitoring and disposal of resources
- Well conversant with Public Procurement Principles & Procedures, General Financial Rule 2017, Defense Procurement Manual 2009 and GeM
- Instrumental in initiating procurement from GeM for the first time and for that organized necessary infrastructure, training and system for smooth functioning.
Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Instructor
3 EME Centre
Bhopal
07.2015 - 12.2016
- Responsible for recruitment, discipline, accounts, finances and overall general administration of the training Centre.
- Supervised smooth conduct of four recruitment rallies during the tenure in which on an average 2000 candidates used to appear. Checking their documents, conducting physical ,medical and written examinations in given tight schedule and making final merit list with no scope any error was challenging as well as satisfying.
- As Chief Instructor, was also responsible for planning, conduct and evaluation of military as well as technical training of recruits. During the tenure, aligned the syllabus based on Systems Approach to Training, laid down quantifiable Training , Enabling and Learning Objectives and revamped lesson plan based on Blooms Taxonomy, which resulted in 20 % increase in effectiveness of training as evaluated by training evaluation committee.
- As Sector Commander , was responsible for organizing security for nominated zone and watch and ward duty of real estate of given Zone in the Cantonment.
- Conducted various events to include Ex Serviceman Rallies, Recruitment Rallies, Pension Adalat and many other social events flawlessly with elan and finesse.
- As Deputy Commandant I was also chairman of various committees like School management committee, Canteen Stores Department, Security Committee, Shopping Complex management Committee etc. Contributed to improve the operations of all these institutes.
Dean, Faculty of Aeronautical Engineering
Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers
Secunderabad
07.2011 - 07.2014
- As Dean of the faculty, was responsible for planning and conduct of Basic Aviation Courses, Diploma Courses and M.Tech (in collaboration with JNTU, Hyderabad).On an average 20 courses of strength of approximately 30 students in each course used to run concurrently at any given point of time. It was a challenge to conduct double the number of courses than the designed capacity, however with proactive approach, necessary coordination with other agencies and providing motivation and leadership to the subordinate staff , training was conducted in impeccable manner.
- Restructured the various courses by aligning training based on Systems Approach to Training. Institutionalise system of objective and fair evaluation, leveraging the power of IT.
- As Presiding Officer of Project Monitoring Group for construction of new building and various facilities for the faculty, monitored the quality and progress of the construction and collaborated with execution authority and ensured timely completion of project.
- Utilised training grant in efficient and economic manner to develop training infrastructure which included upgradation of existing wind tunnel and establishment of new water tunnel
- Established Advance Light Helicopter training facilities in the new faculty, for which I was awarded Chief of Army Staff Commendation Card in 2015
- Mentored six Officers to complete their dissertation which lead to earn them M.Tech degree from JNTU
- As member of a Board contributed towards drafting of report of Military college of EME to be submitted to Institute of Directors for for "Golden Peacock" award. Based on the report the institute won the award in 2013-14
- Published two articles, "Latest trends in UAVs" in "Flight"magazine published by NIAT, Kochi and "Sustenance issues of Army aviation assets" in EME Journal, published by Corps of EME
- Media management on behalf of entire college
Director Engineering Support( Policy )
HQ Technical Group, New Delhi
06.2008 - 07.2011
- Responsible for policy formulation for Engineering support to Aviation assets of Indian Army to include helicopters and UAVs
- Supervised and monitored Maintenance Evaluation trial(MET) of KAMOV Ka-226 T and EUROCOPTER FENNEC AS 550 C3 by a team of interservice officers , for checking suitability for induction in Indian Army. In addition, MET of many ground support equipments and Add on equipments were supervised during the tenure.
- Collaborated with OEM(HAL), DGAQA, DRDO for expediting defect investigations and carrying out various modification on aviation equipment
- Carried out Technical inspection of various aviation units to ensure Standard Operating Procedures are followed and necessary documentations are done so as to ensure flight safety
- Role also involved issuing various Statutory/Technical Instructions and advisories on correct maintenance practices to be followed in aviation units.
- Formulation of Request for Proposal and issue of Maintenance Evaluation Trial Directives
- Formulation of scales of spares, authorisation of Test Equipments. Tools and Technical literature to various echelons of repairs to match the equipment availability criteria in most economical way
- Issue of Modification instructions and associated resources for regulatory Modifications on aviation equipments
Chief Operating Officer, Commanding Officer
EME Battalion of Offensive Formation
Mathura
01.2006 - 06.2008
- Led a cross functional team of 450 personnel to include Officers, technicians & soldiers
- Strategized and executed round-the-clock operational availability and reliability of critical military assets through two entities spread over two states
- Responsible for all functions of a business unit including Leadership, Planning, Risk assessment, Finance and Budgeting, Project management, Process management, Sourcing and procurement, Discipline and Vigilance and Legal aspects
- Provided Engineering support solutions and ensured 98% uptime for critical hi-tech defence equipment
- Evaluated and ensured resource optimization to achieve technical excellence and customer satisfaction across 12 entities covering 8000 plus people
- Multi-level vendor management, including contract management, for technical and non-technical contracts
- Responsible for entire HR life cycle processes of a team of 450 plus personnel, infrastructure development & facilities management, legal functions.
- Participated in exercise involving mobilisation and practice of operation role of the formation and kept all war like equipment in operation readiness state in desert area in tough and challenging environment.
- Planned and conducted Investiture Ceremony( a prestigious event) for the South Western Command with full military decorum and class. Appreciated by one and all.
- Refined organizational structure to consolidate, streamline and delineate necessary functions.
Deputy General Manager
Training Battalion
03.2004 - 01.2006
- Responsible for technical training and administration of Recruits , approximate strength of around 800 at any point of time during the period
- Established Labs with cut models of various assemblies for TATA, Ashok Leyland and Maruti Gypsy by collaborating with OEMs
- Planning of the courses, preparation of time table, loading of instruction, monitoring the quality of training, evaluation , obtaining feedback from students , instructors and field units( once the trainee join field unit), compilation , analysis and course correction to address the training gaps
- Responsible for facility management of Officers Mess and guest rooms and conduct of various official and social function.Hosted lunch of then Chief of Army Staff in the Officers Mess
- Handled various accounts of the unit and processed the cases for new procurement from various grants.
Deputy General Manager, Assistant Adjutant General
HQ Mountain Division , Binnaguri
06.2002 - 02.2004
- Advisor to General Officer in the matter of Discipline, Appraisal and Legal Issues
- Handled Accounts and Welfare aspect of Division comprising of 12000 people
- Handled aspects of Military Police and Medical Services as Staff Officer to the General.
Head of Operations
Rocket Regiment Workshop
01.2000 - 06.2001
- Engineering Support and Logistics) Rocket, ) Strategized and executed round the clock operational logistics and supply chain management for a highly equipment intensive offensive unit holding Rocket Launchers on High Mobility Vehicles
- The challenge was the vintage of weapon system and non-availability of spare parts, which was overcome by proactive approach and ingenuity
- Responsible for functions like planning operational logistic, Maintenance support and executing it in high intensity offensive operations
- Responsible for preparation of budget, and economic and efficient utilization of various funds and grants for development of repair infrastructure
- As Head HR was responsible for administration, adherence to all applicable legislation and statutory compliance of HR policies for approximately 120 employees.
Senior Technical Officer
Recce and Support Units
02.1998 - 12.1999
- Responsible for schedule maintenance, rectification of snags and logistic support for helicopter unit
- On an average maintained 90% serviceability state even in difficult terrain of high altitude(Leh) and deserts(Bhuj) (b) Responsible for maintenance of documents, scheduling of servicing, Provisioning of spares, expendables and special oil and lubrications
- Servicing and Maintenance of helicopter being a flight safety critical activity and any omission or casualness may cost precious life
- Instituted a system of checks and balance so attain six sigma standards for day to day functioning
- Formulated, planned , recorded and monitored On the Job Training of technician working on helicopters maintenance so as to continue to upskill them for quality repairs and servicing
- Moved the servicing facilities from peace location to deserts and established servicing facilities in field area during Exercises
- Responsible for flight safety management in the helicopter unit
- It not only involved flawless documentations, close monitoring of maintenance activities, but also involved bringing attitudinal change in the team to remain aware, involved , motivated and happy
- With this we could achieve an accident and incident free flying of approximately 5000 hrs.
Education
AISSCE(X) -
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Khetri Nagar 05.1979 - 05.1980
AISSE(XII) -
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Khetri Nagar 06.1981 - 05.1982
BE - Mechanical Engineering
Malviya Regional Engineering College
Jaipur 08.1983 - 12.1987
M.Tech - Aerodynamics
IIT Bombay
Mumbai 07.1996 - 12.1998
PGD - Public Relations
Bhawan's College of Communication And Management
Hyderabad 07.2014 - 08.2015
Skills
Leadership
Proficient Trainer and mentor
Logical thinking and analytical ability
Soft Skills
Communication and Presentation Skills
Ability to plan , organize and conduct events
IT literacy
Ability to work effectively in a team
Problem solving
Operations Management
Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO)
Learning and Development
Supply Chain Management/Logistics
General Administration
Public Relations
Event Management
Accomplishments
- Thorough understanding and vast exposure of equipment management for its life cycle (womb to tomb).
- Ability and experience to lead a large team to provide maintenance support to critical war like equipment in a tough and challenging environment.
- Wholistic exposure of executing stringent quality maintenance, formulation of maintenance policies and designing and executing training on critical and expensive aviation assets.
- Ability and experience to evaluate equipment for its maintainability and life cycle costing . Supervised and guided team of interservice officers to evaluate KAMOV Ka-226 T, EUROCOPTER FENNEC AS 550 C3 as replacement helicopter for Armed Forces
- Achieved accident and incident flying of approx 5000 hrs and maintaining serviceability state of 90% in high altitude and desert terrain by stringent and quality maintenance practices.
- Ability and experience of formulating suitable maintenance philosophy for different systems and allocation of resources for efficient and optimum utilisation.
- Ability to deliver given timelines under challenging conditions
- Ability and experience to identify organisational requirement and individual requirement of training and accordingly strategising realistic learning and development program
- Ability and experience to formulate annual training program in coordination and collaboration with various functional heads and skill to get ir executed.
- Designing and creating training curriculum using "Systems approach to training" in quantifiable Training, Enabling and Learning objective so as to have effective and optimised training
- Designing of content based on Bloom's Taxonomy for progressive and effective training.
- Designing and implementation of objective evaluation system to measure the effectiveness of training and to further improve it progressively.
- Established "Advance Light Helicopter" training facility at the Faculty of aeronautical Engineering by collaborating and coordinating with various stake holders for which I was awarded with Chief of Army Staff Commendation Card in 2015.
- Ensured timely completion of new training infrastructure by close coordination and collaboration with executing agency.
- Budgeting and optimum utilisation of training funds as grants for developing training infrastructure in the faculty
- Contributed immensely in getting "Golden Peacock" award for the institute
- Conducted workshops by collaborating with third party
- Designing , planning and conducting training for trainers
- As member of academic council, contributed immensely in improving and optimising training
- Experience in teaching and mentoring subordinates
- As Commanding Officer of a Battalion gained experience of all domains of administration for a large team( 450 soldiers )
- Conducted various events with military decorum and flawlessly, Investiture ceremony for South Western Command in 2007 is one such event which was appreciated by all
- Experience in handling accounts, discipline and legal cases
Operations and Maintenance services
Learning and Development
General Administration
Timeline
Director Engineering Support and Maintenance
Project Pushpak(BRO)
01.2017 - 08.2018
Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Instructor
3 EME Centre
07.2015 - 12.2016
PGD - Public Relations
Bhawan's College of Communication And Management
07.2014 - 08.2015
Dean, Faculty of Aeronautical Engineering
Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers
07.2011 - 07.2014
Director Engineering Support( Policy )
HQ Technical Group, New Delhi
06.2008 - 07.2011
Chief Operating Officer, Commanding Officer
EME Battalion of Offensive Formation
01.2006 - 06.2008
Deputy General Manager
Training Battalion
03.2004 - 01.2006
Deputy General Manager, Assistant Adjutant General
HQ Mountain Division , Binnaguri
06.2002 - 02.2004
Head of Operations
Rocket Regiment Workshop
01.2000 - 06.2001
Senior Technical Officer
Recce and Support Units
02.1998 - 12.1999
M.Tech - Aerodynamics
IIT Bombay
07.1996 - 12.1998
BE - Mechanical Engineering
Malviya Regional Engineering College
08.1983 - 12.1987
AISSE(XII) -
Kendriya Vidyalaya
06.1981 - 05.1982
AISSCE(X) -
Kendriya Vidyalaya
05.1979 - 05.1980