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Karim Laalej

Newport News,VA

Summary

With over three decades of diverse technical and managerial experience, a variety of machines and equipment have been maintained and repaired under my management, including diesel engines, pumps, boilers, air compressors, and freezing installations. Spare parts, administrative tasks, and technical staff have all been managed while ensuring compliance with safety and security regulations.

In the capacity of Technical Manager, organizational charts, recruitment processes, and work procedures were overseen, in addition to setting budgets and short and long-term plans while maintaining terminal efficiency through equipment selection and maintenance planning. Lean Six Sigma projects were also implemented to decrease costs and enhance safety.

In summary, my strengths in technical and managerial abilities have been demonstrated, and my commitment to continuous learning and development is evident through participation in various training and certification programs.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Manager

Port Lafito
09.2017 - 12.2021

Manage organization charts, job descriptions, and recruitment processes

Establish work processes and effective communication channels between departments

Develop individuals by setting development plans and providing training

Set budgets and short and long-term plans according to work priorities and requirements

Maintain terminal efficiency by selecting equipment, planning maintenance, and procuring spare parts

Cooperate with stakeholders, vendors, and subcontractors

Apply Lean Six Sigma projects to reduce costs and improve safety

Technical Manager

APMT
05.2005 - 08.2014

1 Year 3 Months Equipment Reliability Manager

Established and managed a reliability program and analyzed critical issues.

Managed and instructed the reliability team with safety and productivity in mind.

Implemented TPM methodology and generated action plans for equipment failures.

1 Year Maintenance assistant planning Manager

Coordinated different aspects of maintenance to ensure all machines were properly maintained.

Managed the manpower required for the job and ensured necessary parts were procured on time.

Ensured critical parts information was transferred to procurement to minimize equipment downtime.

2 Years Deputy Maintenance Manager

Developed and implemented work procedures and policies to improve efficiency and productivity.

Led the setting of organization charts and job descriptions, recruitment, and performance appraisals.

Maintained the reliability of the terminal efficiency and the standard of world-class operation terminal.

5 Years Workshop Shift Executive

Responsible for maintenance management, spare parts management, and maintenance activities management for various equipment.

Executed all heavy-duty jobs and conducted troubleshooting and repair of equipment.

Recruited technicians and supervisors for the technical department.

Airplane Mechanic

BMI Salvage And CO
01.1997 - 10.2003

Technical service manager Parts identification, Parts sales & shipment management, Airplane parts removal model Boeing 747 – 737 – 727 & DC9.

Conducting routine inspections and maintenance checks on aircraft to ensure they are in safe and working order.

Repairing or replacing defective aircraft parts and components, such as engines, landing gear, electrical systems, and avionics.

Reading and interpreting technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.

Collaborating with other maintenance personnel, engineers, and pilots to identify and solve complex aircraft issues.

Testing aircraft systems, engines, and components to ensure they meet manufacturer and regulatory requirements.

Documenting all maintenance and repair work using computerized maintenance tracking systems and other paper-based forms and logs.

Keeping up to date with the latest industry trends, regulations, and technological advancements in aircraft mechanics and maintenance.

Ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and procedures, including those set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other governing bodies.

Engineer of Merchant Marine(Electro-mechanics)

I.M.T.C
01.1991 - 12.1996
  • Managed maintenance and repair activities for various machines and equipment, including diesel engines, diesel alternators, pumps, boilers, turbo-blower and turbocharger, air conditioning and freezing installations, electrical distribution, oil, fuel and diesel separators, air compressors, and Brady distiller.
  • Managed administrative tasks and technical staff while ensuring compliance with safety and security regulations.
  • Maintained protection devices and conducted safety exercises.

Education

Electromechanical Engineer - Electromechanical Engineerinering

Ministry of Ocean Fisheries & Merchant Marine
Casablanca Morocco
01.1993

Bachelor of Engineering Maritime - Maritime Engineering

Engineering School of Maritime Studies (Machines)
Casablanca Morocco
01.1991

Lieutenant Machine of Merchant Marine - Merchant Marine

ISEM; High Institute of Maritime Studies
Casablanca Morocco
01.1989

Skills

  • Routing Management Planning
  • Performance Metric Design
  • Training Junior Team Members
  • Project Management Expertise
  • Employee Recruitment
  • Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
  • Company Process Evaluation
  • Team Collaboration

Languages

Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Technical Manager

Port Lafito
09.2017 - 12.2021

Technical Manager

APMT
05.2005 - 08.2014

Airplane Mechanic

BMI Salvage And CO
01.1997 - 10.2003

Engineer of Merchant Marine(Electro-mechanics)

I.M.T.C
01.1991 - 12.1996

Electromechanical Engineer - Electromechanical Engineerinering

Ministry of Ocean Fisheries & Merchant Marine

Bachelor of Engineering Maritime - Maritime Engineering

Engineering School of Maritime Studies (Machines)

Lieutenant Machine of Merchant Marine - Merchant Marine

ISEM; High Institute of Maritime Studies
Karim Laalej