DELJO DAVIS
KUWAIT CITY
Summary
A seasoned Facilities Manager with a proven track record at Kout Food Group, I excel in asset management and leadership. My strategic approach to budgeting and innovative cost-reduction methods have significantly enhanced operational efficiency. Known for fostering team growth and implementing energy-saving initiatives, I consistently deliver projects that surpass organizational goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
1. Facilities Manager
Kout Food Group (Al Homaizi, Kuwait)
10.2016 - Current
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
- Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective services, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.
- Achieved cost savings through negotiating service contracts, leveraging long-term relationships with trusted suppliers.
- Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance for quality assurance purposes, maintaining strong partnerships while holding service providers accountable for their work.
- Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
- Oversaw facility renovations, ensuring ADA compliance and adherence to local building codes.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance plans and streamlining work order processes.
- Maintained HVAC, temperature control, electrical and building automation systems.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained qualified maintenance employees.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Created management reports outlining important facility statistics.
- Supervised staff of 40 nos in day-to-day activities.
- Coordinated events setup and teardown effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to regular facility operations.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment that promoted professional growth.
- Reduced energy consumption through regular audits and implementation of energy-saving initiatives.
- Accounted for building usage and organizational needs when planning maintenance activities.
- Established emergency response procedures, effectively managing crisis situations with minimal disruption to operations.
- Drove continuous improvement of processes and systems operation.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols, resulting in reduced workplace accidents and increased employee satisfaction.
- Enhanced building security with the installation of access control systems, surveillance cameras, and improved lighting.
- Led cross-functional teams to complete complex facility projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop capital improvement plans that aligned with organizational goals and budgets.
- Oversaw finances and made recommendations to reach or exceed budget in unforeseen circumstances.
- Documented records on pricing, energy consumption and activity reports.
- Utilized benchmarking data to identify best practices in the industry, leading continuous improvement initiatives within the facilities management team.
- Coordinated space planning efforts to optimize facility usage and accommodate changing business needs.
- Managed security and access control by overseeing surveillance camera, alarm and card access systems for facility safety and security.
- Maintained inventory and ordered supplies to keep facility resources readily available.
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors to arrange services and repairs to be completed on time and to desired quality levels.
- Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment.
- Handled tenant relations by addressing complaints and concerns quickly to promote facility satisfaction.
- Led facility management staff and consultants in producing business plan that focused on facility operations.
2. Chief Engineer
Movenpick Hotels & Resorts
05.2014 - 09.2016
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive preventive maintenance and timely repairs, ensuring smooth operations.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical expertise for professional growth.
- Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- Oversaw facility inspections to identify areas of concern or opportunities for improvement in infrastructure management.
- Attended weekly department head meetings to share information and voice concerns.
- Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
- Performed root cause analyses to diagnose system failures accurately while minimizing downtime during troubleshooting efforts.
- Led a team of engineers to successfully complete complex projects within budget and schedule constraints.
- Enhanced productivity through streamlined workflows, process improvements, and efficient resource allocation.
- Worked closely with vendors and internal sourcing to establish relationships, fostering new opportunities, solutions and cost savings.
- Optimized system performance by implementing innovative engineering solutions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Improved safety standards by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary mitigation measures.
3. Chief Engineer
Whispering Palms Beach Resort
07.2013 - 04.2014
- Oversaw facility inspections to identify areas of concern or opportunities for improvement in infrastructure management.
- Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
- Optimized performance of facility machinery through calibration and repairs.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop project scopes, objectives, timelines, and deliverables in alignment with business goals.
- Developed strategic plans for facility upgrades and expansions, resulting in increased efficiency and capacity.
- Reviewed engineering designs for accuracy, feasibility, functionality before implementation to ensure success upon execution.
- Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
4. Assistant Engineer
The Lalit Golf & Spa Resort Goa (Bharat Hotels)
10.2011 - 07.2013
- Assisted in the development of technical specifications for engineering projects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established guidelines.
- Contributed to successful project completion by assisting with on-site inspections, testing, and quality control measures.
- Reduced production downtime by troubleshooting equipment failures and implementing preventive maintenance measures.
- Assisted in development, design and execution of projects.
5. Engineering Executive
Club Mahindra Holidays
09.2009 - 08.2011
- Increased overall department efficiency through strategic planning, effective resource management, and close monitoring of project progress.
- Set and managed budgets for capital, expense and cost improvement activities and defined and developed project specifications.
- Facilitated strong teamwork among department members by fostering an inclusive culture that promoted open dialogue, feedback sharing, and mutual respect among colleagues.
- Coordinated activities with other units of organizations to develop cross-functional strategic plans to enhance company performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve complex engineering challenges.
- Enhanced engineering team efficiency by implementing innovative project management techniques.
- Streamlined workflow processes for improved productivity and reduced project completion times.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Electrical Engineering
All India Council For Education,Training &Research
India06-2009
Diploma in Electrical Engineering - Engineering
Board of Technical Education
Kerala06-2006
Skills
- Building maintenance
- Budgeting and financial management
- Asset management
- Emergency preparedness
- Innovation and creativity
- Energy management
- Leadership and supervision
- Planning and scheduling
- Cost-reduction methods
Languages
Hindi
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
1. Facilities Manager
Kout Food Group (Al Homaizi, Kuwait)
10.2016 - Current
2. Chief Engineer
Movenpick Hotels & Resorts
05.2014 - 09.2016
3. Chief Engineer
Whispering Palms Beach Resort
07.2013 - 04.2014
4. Assistant Engineer
The Lalit Golf & Spa Resort Goa (Bharat Hotels)
10.2011 - 07.2013
5. Engineering Executive
Club Mahindra Holidays
09.2009 - 08.2011
Bachelor's Degree - Electrical Engineering
All India Council For Education,Training &Research
Diploma in Electrical Engineering - Engineering
Board of Technical Education
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