Elias Al Alam
BCOM OFFSHORE SAL
Bsarma
3
Languages
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Dynamic and results-driven VSAT Implementation and Department Manager with a proven track record of leading technical operations across diverse sectors, including maritime and satellite communications. Expertise in scaling engineering teams and managing multi-million-dollar departmental budgets, ensuring optimal resource allocation and operational efficiency. Skilled in optimizing end-to-end satellite network deployments, financial forecasting, and cross-functional resource management within complex operating environments. Committed to driving innovation and excellence in every project, fostering collaboration to achieve strategic objectives.
Work History
Implementation Manager
7 Years 4 Months- Oversee annual departmental budget, optimizing capital and operational expenditures for hardware tooling and logistics.
- Oversee multi-site deployment projects to ensure adherence to project timelines and budget constraints while addressing technical and logistical obstacles.
- Orchestrate efforts of RF engineers, field technicians, and subcontractors to ensure successful execution of site surveys, hardware installations, and antenna alignments.
- Facilitate collaboration among RF engineers, field technicians, and subcontractors for site surveys, hardware installations, and antenna alignments, ensuring project alignment and effective communication.
- Develop and implement departmental KPIs, SLAs, and standard operating procedures to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Direct project timelines and budget management for multi-site deployments, addressing technical and logistical challenges to ensure successful completion.
- Established best practices for project management, enhancing consistency and quality of deliverables across teams.
Technical Manager
6 Months- Developed and executed KPIs for preventive maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenance (CM) schedules, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Oversaw annual departmental budget allocation and spearheaded strategic procurement of spare parts and equipment.
- Managed technical operations and workshop workflows to enhance organizational efficiency and support strategic objectives.
- Implemented and monitored maintenance schedules for company fleet to ensure maximum reliability and minimal downtime.
- Assessed equipment repair needs and developed maintenance strategies to streamline inventory management processes.
- Facilitated alignment of engineering goals with corporate objectives by representing the company in strategic forums and leading departmental leadership meetings.
Technical Supervisor
2 Months- Supervised comprehensive preventive and corrective maintenance operations across facilities.
- Managed budget allocations and petty cash tracking while overseeing local procurement processes. Ensured timely sourcing and ordering of required spare parts.
- Optimized workforce deployment and labor division to maximize daily operational efficiency.
- Conducted facility condition surveys and developed technical solutions for site issues. Enhanced overall operational reliability.
- Proposed and successfully executed extra value-add projects from conception to completion.
- Acted as a key liaison between technical teams, property managers, and facility managers, addressing stakeholder concerns in regular meetings.
- Generated weekly and monthly performance and maintenance reports, providing stakeholders with clear insights into progress and operational effectiveness.
Fleet Technical Manager / Shipping Division
5 Years 3 Months- Planned, executed, and supervised major dry-docking projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and maritime standards while enhancing operational readiness.
- Planned, executed, and supervised major dry-docking projects, ensuring adherence to strict timelines and maritime standards.
- Prepared, managed, and monitored comprehensive technical department budget, implementing cost-reduction strategies aligned with company’s Quality Safety Management (QSM) framework to optimize resource allocation.
- Supervised sea trials, Dynamic Positioning (DP) trials, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) testing.
- Directed equipment re-activation, systems conversions, and complex troubleshooting/fault-finding missions.
- Directed equipment re-activation, systems conversions, and complex troubleshooting/fault-finding missions, resolving issues to maintain vessel operational integrity.
- Oversaw technical evaluations, tendering processes, and global procurement by coordinating with international suppliers and manufacturers for specialized spare parts.
HOD maintenance department
1 Year 4 Months- Developed and managed comprehensive planned maintenance schedules covering mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, plumbing, and hull systems across the fleet.
- Monitored and optimized the performance of main engines and auxiliary generators to ensure peak operational reliability.
- Oversaw electrical and mechanical repairs, system upgrades, and new installations from conception to completion.
- Analyzed lube oil and diesel consumption metrics to identify trends and enhance operational efficiency.
- Tracked and analyzed lube oil and diesel consumption metrics to drive efficiency and reduce operating costs.
- Maintained and updated specialized technical management software to ensure accurate and accessible records.
- Produced monthly performance and maintenance reports for the Technical Manager, highlighting key insights and trends.
Education
Diploma in Ship Superintendent - Marine engineering
Technical Degree - Biomedical Instrumentation (electrical / electronic)
Lebanese Baccalaureate - Life Science
Skills
Cross-functional leadership
Project leadership
Project lifecycle management
Budget control
Department management
Operational reporting
Equipment procurement
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Effective communication
Decision-making
Certification
- Diploma in Strategic Business Management- Metropolitan School of business / UK
- Certificate in Project Management Pro (PMP) – PMI / USA
- Certificate in HSE Level 1,2,3-CIEH / UK
- Introduction to CISCO (Networking and routers)
- GVF510, GVF520, GVF521, SES731, O3B Fixed site, ASC701, ASC7.2
Languages
Arabic (Native): Writing - Excellent, Speaking - Excellent, Understanding - Excellent
English: Writing - Very good, Speaking - Very good, Understanding - Very good
French: Writing - Very good, Speaking - Very good, Understanding - Very good
Awards
Honor Degree from the Lebanese ministry of education for being the third in Lebanon in TS (biomedical maintenance) Degree /2007, Best employee in Slok for 2012, Award of performance for upgrading Eunice III (PSV) from DP 1 to DP 2 (as a project engineer)
Professional Trainings
- International Safety Management (ISM) Lead Internal Auditor, ABS academy, Dubai, UAE 2013
- International Ship and port facility security code (ISPS) lead Internal Auditor ABS academy, Dubai, UAE 2013
- Diploma in Dry-Docking and repair, ABS academy, Dubai, UAE 2012
- Diploma in ships Dynamic Positioning system (DPS) maintenance, KONGSBERG Academy, Shanghai, China 2012
- Radiation awareness, Nigeria, 2011
- SES ViaSat Tier 2, MP130, MP240.
Timeline
Implementation Manager
BCOM OFFSHORE SAL
04.2019 - CurrentRead More
Technical Manager
IPT (Issa petroleum trade)
09.2018 - 03.2019Read More
Technical Supervisor
MMG Facilities Management
06.2018 - 08.2018Read More
Fleet Technical Manager / Shipping Division
SLOK NIGERIA LIMITED
04.2012 - 07.2017Read More
HOD maintenance department
SLOK NIGERIA LIMITED
11.2010 - 03.2012Read More
Kafarakka High School
Lebanese Baccalaureate from Life Science
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Jean Paul Institute
Technical Degree from Biomedical Instrumentation (electrical / electronic)
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Lloyds Maritime Academy
Diploma in Ship Superintendent from Marine engineering
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