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SARAVANA KUMAR S
Chennai
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Summary
Facility and Utilities Leader with a robust history in Plant Engineering and Utility Management, emphasizing high-capacity electrical systems and effective project execution. Proficient in managing intricate utility infrastructures and ensuring adherence to statutory requirements. Notable accomplishments include improving energy efficiency and decreasing operational costs within manufacturing settings.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
APTIV COMPONENTS INDIA PVT LTD
Facility Lead
03.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Head of Facilities & Utilities for 2500KVA manufacturing plant.
- Directed end-to-end plant commissioning including transformer, DG, chillers, compressors & HVAC systems.
- Achieved 90%+ utility uptime and ensured 100% statutory compliance.
- Secured CEIG, TNPCB, TANGEDCO & SIPCOT approvals within project timelines.
- Implemented LOTO, Arc Flash Study, Thermography – zero major incidents.
- Reduced electricity and water consumption through sustainability initiatives.
PPG ASIAN PAINTS PVT LTD
Assistant Manager Plant Maintenance
06.2012 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Managed utilities including 2MVA transformers, PCC/MCC, DG, Chillers, Compressors, Boilers, HVAC & Nitrogen Plant.
- Commissioned 2000KVA Industrial Coatings Plant.
- Reduced spray booth breakdowns by 90% through BMS revamp.
- Implemented EMS achieving 10% energy savings.
- Led multi-site plant expansion projects across India.
- Ensured statutory compliance including Rule 30, DG tax filing, relay calibration.
FUTURA POLYESTERS LTD
Electrical Engineer
01.2010 - 06.2012
Job overview
- O&M; of 110KV Substation, 10MVA transformers & SF6 breakers.
- Operated 4.5MW Gas Turbine and maintained 32TPH Boiler.
- Reduced motor failures (>50HP) through root cause analysis.
- Handled DC drives (200HP), UPS systems & power reporting.
Education
IGNOUChennai
Master of Arts from Public Administration
12.2020
University Overview
Anna UniversityThiruvallur
B.Tech/B.E from Electrical Engineering
04.2009
University Overview
AMS POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE AVADI IAF
High School Diploma from Electrical Engineering
04.2006
University Overview
Skills
Facilities management
Utility management
Equipment maintenance
Electrical maintenance
110kV substation operations
Transformers (2MVA, 10MVA, 2500KVA)
Diesel gensets
Gas turbine systems
HVAC systems expertise AHU systems knowledge VRF systems proficiency
Chilled water systems
Compressed air systems
Boiler management
Thermal management systems
ETP and STP expertise RO plant operations Water treatment systems
BMS and EMS deployment Energy efficiency strategies System integration Project management
Energy efficiency
Arc flash assessment
Lockout/tagout procedures
Statutory compliance management Regulatory adherence (CEIG, TNPCB, TANGEDCO, SIPCOT)
Supplier management
Financial planning
Plant start-up
PLC troubleshooting
CMMS software
Sustainability programs
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- IBM Certified Project Manager
- C License Holder (Valid till May 2028)
- Operational Excellence & Strategic Thinking
- Power BI & Business Analytics
- MS Project
- Diploma in CADD
- IAEEEE Member
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- 2013&2014 – HAC study done to identify the gaps and to comply adherence.
- 2015&2016 – Conducted ARC Flash Study&addressed the gaps.
- 2017 & 2018 – Energy Saving Projects established to achieve 12% Kwh Savings.
- 2019&2020 – New IC Project Completion to increase production volume by 40%.
- 2021 – Bulk Tank Storage Tank&APAD Project completion.
- 2022 – Accomplished SANDS online Energy Monitoring Systems to save K$33.75.
- 2023 - Won EHS Global awards for 7% Energy reduction & 20% Water Consumption reduction projects.
- 2024 - Received Senior VP’s appreciation for improving Safety standards and to achieve high ratings in Corporate Audits.
- 2025 - Received L3 (Global) award for improving and demonstrated ambitious standards in Security systems and received L2 (Plant) award for PCL warehouse project for timely completion.
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
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Software
CADD
MS Office
Quote
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Interests
Meditation
Music
Swimming
Timeline
Facility Lead
APTIV COMPONENTS INDIA PVT LTD
03.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager Plant Maintenance
PPG ASIAN PAINTS PVT LTD
06.2012 - 09.2022
Electrical Engineer
FUTURA POLYESTERS LTD
01.2010 - 06.2012
IGNOU
Master of Arts from Public Administration
Anna University
B.Tech/B.E from Electrical Engineering
AMS POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE
High School Diploma from Electrical Engineering