Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Interests
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Siva  Ramalingam

Siva Ramalingam

Head, Production
Perai,Penang

Summary

Ambitious Production Manager with 23 years of experience in power generation industry. Well-versed in applying multi-faceted approach to managing safety, operations and productivity to achieve demanding goals, schedules and budget targets.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificates
3
3
Languages

Work History

Head, Production

Malakoff Power Berhad
2021.09 - Current
  • Maintained high safety standards, leading to reduction in workplace injuries and lost time incidents.
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures that led to significant reductions in operational expenses without affecting product quality or delivery timelines.
  • Increased production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative strategies.
  • Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
  • Developed strong working relationships with key stakeholders, enabling better communication between departments and improved collaboration efforts.
  • Championed culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to actively engage in problem-solving and share ideas for enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and contributing to positive work environment.
  • Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
  • Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.

Senior Manager Operation

Malakoff Power Berhad
03.2019 - 07.2021
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
  • Monitored team budgets to keep operations on task and avoid waste
  • Implemented innovative solutions to overcome challenges, leading to enhanced productivity levels.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing plant operation.
  • Developed strong working relationships with key stakeholders, enabling better communication between departments and improved collaboration efforts.
  • Championed culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to actively engage in problem-solving and share ideas for enhancing operational efficiency.

Head, Operation

Malakoff Power Berhad
08.2016 - 02.2019
  • Maintained high safety standards, leading to reduction in workplace injuries and lost time incidents.
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
  • Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing plant operation.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to overcome challenges, leading to enhanced productivity levels.
  • Developed strong working relationships with key stakeholders, enabling better communication between departments and improved collaboration efforts.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and contributing to positive work environment.
  • Championed culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to actively engage in problem-solving and share ideas for enhancing operational efficiency.

Head of Operations

Malakoff Power Berhad
08.2015 - 07.2016
  • Maintained high safety standards, leading to reduction in workplace injuries and lost time incidents.
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
  • Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing plant operation.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to overcome challenges, leading to enhanced productivity levels.
  • Developed strong working relationships with key stakeholders, enabling better communication between departments and improved collaboration efforts.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and contributing to positive work environment.
  • Championed culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to actively engage in problem-solving and share ideas for enhancing operational efficiency.

Operation Engineer (SCE, BS & OT)

Malakoff Power Berhad
09.2000 - 07.2015
  • Analyzed data to identify trends in production and maintenance costs and developed strategies to reduce expenses.
  • Participated in regular audits of company assets; identified areas requiring attention or improvement, and recommended appropriate actions.
  • Reduced downtime in production environments through proactive monitoring and timely issue resolution.
  • Developed and implemented process improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency in industrial production.
  • Troubleshot complex issues under tight deadlines, prioritizing tasks effectively to minimize disruptions to ongoing operations.
  • Provided technical assistance during operational changes via both on-site support and remotely.
  • Monitored and optimized production processes to increase throughput and improve quality.
  • Led root cause analyses to identify and address problems in industrial production.
  • Trained junior engineers on standard operating procedures, contributing to knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University Technology Malaysia (UTM)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
06.2002 - 2010.06

Skills

Managing Operations and Efficiency

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Accomplishments

  • Increased overall productivity and quality by implementing training programs designed to increase performance levels.
  • Reduced lost workdays and recordable incidents to zero by implementing a safety awareness program.
  • Reduced operational expenses by 20% by streamlining operations.
  • Promoted to Head, Production after 21 years with the company.

Certification

Mentor Mentee Program by MMC

Interests

Cycling, Part of Malakoff Power Man Team

Travelling

Reading

Timeline

Head, Production

Malakoff Power Berhad
2021.09 - Current

Leadership Development Program by AEON

07-2019

Senior Manager Operation

Malakoff Power Berhad
03.2019 - 07.2021

Head, Operation

Malakoff Power Berhad
08.2016 - 02.2019

Head of Operations

Malakoff Power Berhad
08.2015 - 07.2016

Competent Steam Engineer Grade 2 from DOSH

12-2003

Mentor Mentee Program by MMC

07-2003

Competent Internal Combustion Engineer Grade 1 from DOSH

06-2003

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University Technology Malaysia (UTM)
06.2002 - 2010.06

Operation Engineer (SCE, BS & OT)

Malakoff Power Berhad
09.2000 - 07.2015

Driving Licence B & D

06-1994
Siva RamalingamHead, Production