Subramaniam Kerisna
Melaka
Summary
Critical-thinking Facility Manager with 10 years of proven successful cost-reduction techniques, efficient equipments scheduling, and error-free compliance inspections. Adept at aligning departmental goals and personnel assignments to achieve on-time job completion, supporting overall company objectives.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Facilities Manager
Permasteelisa (Malaysia) Sdn.Bhd.
Selangor
06.2012 - 11.2021
- Supervised and trained custodial staff in cleaning and maintenance of facilities and premises.
- Scheduled, directed and supervised external contractors in maintenance and upkeep of 3 buildings.
- Maintained working knowledge of building security, HVAC, electrical and other systems vital to successful building operation.
- Coordinated leasing, contracts with other companies and facility maintenance budgets to provide for seamless building operations.
- Operated with multiple competing deadlines and interests, confidently managing variables simultaneously.
- Maintained and kept meticulous records on facility expenditures, gains and projections.
- Cooperated with company leadership and collaborated on projects of mutual interest to multiple levels of organizational leadership.
- Participated in strategic planning through evaluation of needs and support of steps necessary for completion.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Supervised staff of 7 in day-to-day activities.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Skillfully managed facility operations as functioning CEO for multi-million ringgit aluminium processing plant.
- Contractors management, with monitoring of performance management and verification of financial transaction (for services delivered), this not only includes invoice approval based on fixed contracts, it includes ad-hoc maintenance i.e. compressor breakdown, air-conditioning, infra maintenance based on needs, being highly resourceful during critical situation.
Factory Manager
Global Wall (M) Sdn.Bhd.
Negri Sembilan
01.2003 - 05.2012
- Communicated factory operational needs, objectives and performance standards with senior management and earned full upper management support.
- Delivered factory-level communications and tactical direction and drove achievement of quality, delivery, productivity and financial performance goals and objectives.
- Led productive, motivated and loyal manufacturing team and generated factory-wide customer focus and pride in workmanship.
- Orchestrated and maintained vibrant continuous improvement and lean manufacturing culture within factory.
- Spearheaded product and process quality initiatives with full compliance to internal, industry and customer quality standards.
- Analyzed financial reports, assessed factory productivity and devised plans of action to build productive plant operations.
- Kept abreast of current environmental requirements of state and federal environmental protection agencies and mobilized safe and responsible workplace.
- Anticipated and addressed production problems, material shortages, equipment malfunctions and unavoidable delays.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Cleaned, lubricated or maintained equipment such as Compressors, production equipments, curing ovens to prevent failure or deterioration.
- Recognized low-cost suppliers and managed deliveries to cut downtime and save costs.
- Trained, maintained and managed permanent and temporary seasonal staff.
- Boosted efficiency by 15% by Lean Manufacturing Technics and eliminating worker downtime.
- Established and oversaw RM20mil budget covering complete operational areas including schedule and ad-hoc maintenance.
Project Engineer
Nakano Construction
Johor
01.1995 - 11.2002
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Completed daily construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
- Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance, health and safety.
- Reviewed contractor proposals and sets of drawings prepared by firms to identify missing information, generate questions and align budgets.
- Monitored metrics during project execution to maintain compliance with planned costs, schedules and goals.
- Maintained records of cost and quantity information for each project and engineering discipline.
- Liaised with company executives and project managers to acquire resources to move projects forward.
- Made recommendations to improve design, construction means and methods and materials based on field or changing conditions.
- Analyzed blueprints and delivered concise instructions to technical team to maintain quality control.
- Communicated with industrial equipment installers to deliver technical support throughout project execution.
- Identified and mitigated technical risks within managed projects.
- Mentored and trained junior engineers in workstation design, fixture design, layout, process, work methods and material handling.
- Assessed impact of modification requests for ongoing projects, providing documentation on required changes and expectations.
- Performed constructability reviews encompassing independent, structured assessment of construction bid documents.
- Assessed qualifications and experience of contractors and prepared RFP packages.
Project Executive
Regal Crest (M) Sdn,Bhd.
Johor
01.1990 - 11.1994
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Co-ordinate with the Project Engineers on the technical matters at the construction site.
- Guide and supervise sub-contractors to ensure all work method statements are being followed.
Education
No Degree - Certificate in Civil Engineering
Polytechnic Kuantan, Pahang
PahangSkills
- Leadership and supervision
- Cost-reduction methods
- Facility equipments, large and small inspections
- Service contracts management
Personal Information
Age : 55
IC No. : 660420-01-5895
Home Address :
No.15, Jalan AI 7, Taman Ara Indah,
Bt. Berendam, Melaka, Malaysia
Additional Information
- Willing to travel
- Willing to relocate
- Posses own transport
Timeline
Senior Facilities Manager
Permasteelisa (Malaysia) Sdn.Bhd.
06.2012 - 11.2021
Factory Manager
Global Wall (M) Sdn.Bhd.
01.2003 - 05.2012
Project Engineer
Nakano Construction
01.1995 - 11.2002
Project Executive
Regal Crest (M) Sdn,Bhd.
01.1990 - 11.1994
No Degree - Certificate in Civil Engineering
Polytechnic Kuantan, Pahang