Affendi Abdullah
Perai
Summary
Results-driven Maintenance & Engineering Leader with over 25 years of expertise in capital investment planning, maintenance strategy, process automation, and contractor safety management across service, manufacturing, and oil & gas industries. Skilled in engineering project execution, cost optimization, and operational reliability, with a proven track record of reducing downtime, enhancing plant efficiency, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, stakeholder collaboration, and equipment procurement to drive business success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Capex Coordinator & Process Automation Engineer
Danisco Malaysia Sdn Bhd (IFF Food Ingredients, Emulsifier)
10.2005 - Current
- Develop and execute capital investment planning, budgeting, and engineering projects.
- Lead site maintenance operations to minimize downtime and optimize plant efficiency.
- Drive procurement & vendor negotiations, ensuring cost savings and asset reliability.
- Oversee contractor safety & performance, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with global site management and engineering teams to streamline operations.
- Design and commission industrial control systems (Foxboro IA, Yokogawa CS3000).
- Key Projects & Achievements:
- Boiler HP3 Installation → Led EPCM selection & contractor management, securing MYR500,000 tax exemption savings while ensuring on-time, budget-friendly execution.
- Foxboro DCS Upgrade & Yokogawa Migration → Spearheaded system upgrades, improving control reliability and achieving MYR200,000 in cost savings through process time reduction, carbon footprint minimization, and paperless operation.
Service Engineer
Foxboro Malaysia Sdn Bhd
06.2001 - 10.2005
- Conducted preventive maintenance & troubleshooting for DCS systems in oil & gas plants.
- Managed installation & commissioning of industrial control systems for major clients (Petronas, Shell, etc.).
- Developed network security solutions for offshore platforms to enhance system integrity.
- Delivered operator training on system functionality, reliability, and safety.
Education
Master’s in Business Administration - SSME
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
01.2014
Bachelor’s in Engineering - Electrical & Electronic – Control & Instrumentation
Universiti Teknologi MARA
01.2001
Skills
- Maintenance Strategy & Asset Reliability
- Engineering Project Management & Execution
- Capital Investment Planning & Cost Optimization
- Process Automation & Industrial Control Systems
- Equipment Procurement & Vendor Negotiations
- Safety & Regulatory Compliance (DuPont Standards)
- Troubleshooting & Operational Support
- Team Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration
- Contractor Safety & Performance Management
- Multitasking and organization
- Decision-making
- Team collaboration
- Goal setting
Certification
- Analytics Translation – APMG International
- Green Belt Certification Training – DuPont (Process Improvement & Lean Methodologies)
- Safety in Systems (SiS) & Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) – DuPont
- Electrical Area Classification & Fire Suppressant System Design
Languages
English (Fluent)
Bahasa Malaysia (Fluent)
Professional Attributes
- Strategic thinker, problem-solver, and leader with strong analytical skills.
- Passionate about maintenance excellence, cost optimization, and cross-functional teamwork.
- Skilled in leading high-impact engineering projects that drive efficiency and reliability.
Timeline
Site Capex Coordinator & Process Automation Engineer
Danisco Malaysia Sdn Bhd (IFF Food Ingredients, Emulsifier)
10.2005 - Current
Service Engineer
Foxboro Malaysia Sdn Bhd
06.2001 - 10.2005
Bachelor’s in Engineering - Electrical & Electronic – Control & Instrumentation
Universiti Teknologi MARA
Master’s in Business Administration - SSME
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
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