ELECTRICAL FOREMAN / SUPERVISOR HARSHAL PATEL
RAJAHMUNDRY
Summary
I am a capable, proven and self-motivated Electrical Supervisor/Foreman having extensive experience of carrying out the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and installation of electrical components and systems. I am a consummate professional who is more than able to provide effective leadership to any electrical team. I will bring to your company fresh ideas, new perspectives, a diversity of experiences, and a dedication to accurately diagnosing electrical equipment failures. In my current role, I am primarily responsible for supervising electrical Operation and maintenance jobs. My key strengths include improving maintenance procedures, and providing the technical expertise needed to solve electrical instrumentation issues. Right now I am looking for a suitable position with a company that appreciates and rewards my skills and excellence. Reliable Foreman with more than 12 years of site experience. Superb project oversight, team management, and blueprint interpretation skills. Bilingual and successful in meeting tight job deadlines. Proficient electrical supervisor with good problem-solving and group management skills. Successful at keeping employees on-task and achieving quality objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Senior Foreman /Electrical Supervisor
Gas Authority of India Ltd. (GAIL)
Rajamundry
2015.05 - Current
- Supervising electrical technicians and coordinating daily activities of electrical department
- Scheduling work to be done for the day
- Filling daily operation log sheet ensuring all electrical instruments are running normal
- Electrical drives on/off, isolation/energising, lockout/tag out, trial and troubleshooting
- Providing guidance to the junior staff in the areas of leadership, continuous improvement, decision-making and conflict resolution
- Working with contractors to complete projects on time
- Utilizing preventive maintenance procedures to reduce unscheduled downtime
- Negotiating with clients to prepare project specifications
- Carrying out inspection on all terminal electrical equipment
- Ensuring adherence to all applicable safety policies and procedures
- Identifying staff training needs
- Pipeline Pigging (for internal cleaning of Natural Gas Pipe)
- Organized meetings between management staff, contractors and subcontractors in order to discuss updates or changes related to a particular project.
- Operation & maintenance of Cathodic Protection System to prevent corrosion in pipeline.
- Providing guidance and support to junior foremen in order to help them understand their responsibilities more clearly.
- Maintaining high standards of job safety, productivity and quality.
- Implementing onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Overseeing the installation of electrical systems such as wiring, switches, circuits, outlets according to industry standards.
- Analyzing job sites to mitigate risks.
Field Executive / Field Operator
Reliance Industries Ltd. (Petrochemicals Division - Captive Power Plant, 450MW)
Jamnagar
2011.06 - 2015.05
- Executed daily activities carried out for electrical maintenance, operation, installations, modifications and troubleshooting
- Operated various electrical installations of power plant, switchyard and associated control structures
- Issued clearances and performing switching of service switchgears
- Maintained power-plant operating log and prepares power generation and transmission equipment operating reports
- Prepared equipment malfunction reports, making inspections and observation to determine whether equipment is operating properly
- Operated power plant auxiliary systems such as HVAC systems, lighting systems, telephone and radio communication systems, station battery, etc
- Communicated with system operators to regulate and coordinate transmission loads frequencies and line voltages
- Examined and tested electrical power distribution machinery and equipment, using testing devices
- Inspected records and log book entries and communicate with other plant personnel in order to assess equipment operating status.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Reviewed existing systems periodically for areas of improvement or optimization opportunities.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during each shift.
Education
Bachelor's Degree / AMIE - Electrical Engineering
The Institution of Engineers (India)
Kolkata01.2018
Diploma Engineering - Electrical Engineering
NIRMA University
01.2011
Skills
- Ability to work in an industrial environment that includes excessive dust, heat and loud noise
- Extensive knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance methods
- Developing operational plans
- Knowledge of MS Office, Word, Outlook and Excel
- Supervising construction projects
- Knowledge of budgeting and expense control
- Able to lead and influence others
- Can manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Have worked with colleagues as a team player, as well as independently, and have been successful in both positions
- A high degree of initiative, creativity and self-supervision
- Treating all staff members, clients and contractors with respect
- Willing to work in shifts, including nights, weekends and holiday periods
- Electrical safety
- Leadership skills
- First aid fire fighting
- Electrical drive troubleshooting with or without circuit drawing
- Tool Maintenance
- Maintenance Coordination
- OSHA Regulations
- Subcontractor Management
- Site Inspections
- Labor Relations
- Workplace Safety
- Daily Reporting
- HVAC Systems
- Electrical Installation
- Permit Management
- Physical Stamina
Accomplishments
- IELTS (11/19/2016) - 6.5/ 9 Bands
- Awarded for participation in Lightening Protection training programme.
Personal Information
Driving License: GJ01-20100898011
Hobbies and Interests
- Swimming
- Watching informative documentaries
- Eating different cuisines
Training
- Academic training in transformer manufacturing plant – a small scale industry
- Trained as Cathodic Protection Level-1 Engineer
References
References are available upon request
Affiliations
- Cooking food
- Swimming
Languages
Gujarati
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
- Certified First Aid provider
- Certified Electrical Operator
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Electrical Senior Foreman /Electrical Supervisor
Gas Authority of India Ltd. (GAIL)
2015.05 - Current
Field Executive / Field Operator
Reliance Industries Ltd. (Petrochemicals Division - Captive Power Plant, 450MW)
2011.06 - 2015.05
Bachelor's Degree / AMIE - Electrical Engineering
The Institution of Engineers (India)
Diploma Engineering - Electrical Engineering
NIRMA University
- Certified First Aid provider
- Certified Electrical Operator
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