Salman Ahmad

 SALMAN AHMAD House No 1103, Street 3AE-mail: -Sector E 11/4, PO 44000 -Islamabad, Pakistan Mob: - Res: - PROFILE I am having an experience of approximately 25 years in technical systems maintenance/management and various related technical services. The prime area of responsibility included maintenance of equipment and its serviceability to a maximum level, safety management systems, training of technical work force to come up to the highest standard of maintenance. It constantly required interaction with various safety/quality ensuring bodies like Quality Assurance and Quality Control Departments. These setups were regularly subjected to auditing of processes involved and documentation by the manufacturer/third party and internal auditing by various higher formations. The prime area of responsibility included maintenance for all levels of operations, scheduling for induction, testing, various calibration activities, quality, spare management, training, trend analysis, forecasting and investigation/analysis. Keeping in view my specialist experience, I was detailed twice to establish maintenance facilities at two different locations and erection of test bench for the testing and calibration. It culminated in successful induction of the complete facility and subsequent operations. I had been assigned the prestigious task of Training in Charge of around 2000 technicians at the line and base level maintenance set ups where I was responsible for their technical training, training assessments, design, development, conduct and evaluation. This office was also responsible for conduct of technical modifications, professional skill development and career enhancement. My last assignment in safety investigation set up, for the last eight years is unique in nature and enabled me to have unparalleled experience anywhere in the country by carrying out investigations into major accidents (damage beyond economical repair and involving human fatalities/injuries) after getting appropriately qualified. I have conducted safety investigations as member technical of the inquiry team. I underwent a specialist training for establishment of Flight Data and Cockpit Voice Recorder (FDCVR) Laboratory at my work place. I successfully commissioned this facility and extensively utilized the information obtained from this source for the investigation and analysis purpose. This is specialized software aided set up recording live state of various performance parameters and their health. Keeping in view my experience as safety investigator and specialist, I was given the role of human factor specialist for technical manpower and during this assignment I had the opportunity to look at all matters related to Maintenance Human Factors Incidents and Accidents. I designed a specific database for monitoring of all human factor occurrences. Consequently all this experience led to my selection as a Program Facilitator for a specific resource management program known as Maintenance Resource Management (MRM), internationally recognized as the most effective tool for management of Maintenance Human Factors (MHF) issues. This is a behavior modification program for the maintenance personnel in aviation industry. I have conducted workshops for training of facilitators for this program so that this program can be conducted for the entire technical manpower of the organization. The main areas of focus for this Program are Human Performance Limitations, Stress (psychological), Fatigue (physical), Communication, Teamwork and Assertiveness. During this tenure of safety assignments I constantly interacted with various levels of maintenance and management for the purpose of auditing of activities and process involved, the results for which were effectively incorporated in specialized trainings. ACHIEVEMENTS Establishment of Flight Data and Cockpit Voice Recorder Lab at Safety Board for all types of aircraft with Pakistan Air Force to assess and evaluate failures and performance issues after analyzing the audio and visual evidences available through various sources. Establishment of Maintenance Resource Management (MRM) Cell for PAF as the main tool of behavior modification for technical manpower to avoid Human Factor (HF) accidents. Establishment of Engine Maintenance and Testing Facility. Establishment of Training Set Up for approximately 2000 personnel. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE July 2018 – Till DateDirector ES (Environment Solutions) Interaction with various stake holders extensively for development and formulation of various technology solutions for appropriate environmental products/services. Look after all safety and regulatory aspects of products, their applications, customer interaction, procurement and feedback. Set up of distribution network for an international brand with a team of 25 members for sales and distribution to all customers (retailors, wholesalers and large store network). Worked in the area of Technical Representation for renowned clients locally and internationally. Jun 2013 – July 2018Self Employed as Project Officer Development Interacted with various stake holders extensively for development of various project relating Real Estate and Investment. Aug 2005- Jun 2013 Safety Auditor, Investigator and Trainer MOD, Islamabad Lead of team of safety specialists to investigate and analyze major accidents and breakdown of aircraft, aero engines, components and their associated areas like process flaws, incorrect procedures and design deficiencies. Visit of incident and accidents sites, collection of related evidence, discussion with stake holders, analysis of occurrences, corrective and preventive measures (CPMs), report writing and finalization for further dissemination to all concerned. Auditing and interaction with all stake holders; users at operational level, line maintenance, overhaul facilities and manufacturer to suggest remedial measures. Liaise with various expert agencies within and outside organization for further detailed investigation like failure mode analysis and material analysis. Periodic reviews and health monitoring reports. Training conduct in view of observed facts and provide expert opinion on safety and reliability related issues to senior management. Dec 1991 – Aug 2005Maintenance Manager Propulsion and Aircraft Maintenance, MOD Undertake extensive maintenance activity for aero engines (American, French and Chinese origin) covering the following areas: Pre Maintenance Planning for induction of engines covering all aspects of forth coming maintenance (Scheduled or Unscheduled) like spare requirements/availability, modifications to be carried out, issue of relevant work packages, manpower deployment and meeting with maintenance teams for planning of possible or likely problems to be encountered during the maintenance. Data analysis for trends and past record for any safety issue Implementation of Preventive Measures Plan. Conduct of Arrival Inspection of aero engines to assess the actual health of engine and performance evaluation at engine test bench (if possible). Borescope inspections and planning for NDI of engine parts and accessories. Removal of major modules and accessories for inspection and repair schemes implementation as per OEM standards and local preventive measures instructions. Functional testing of accessories after assembly and inspection. Design and implementation of repair schemes in case of any requirements observed during measurements of clearances, result of NDI inspections, Compressor or Turbine Blades damage, balancing problems, functional testing, structural damages and implementation of preventive measures especially with respect of hot areas and parts. Implementation of Quality and Safety Management Program during the entire cycle of maintenance. Final assembly and review of maintenance important areas highlighted during the activity like fault diagnosis, compressor repair / replacement, turbine replacement/repair, blades damage, rotating parts balancing and repair, major/minor accessories replacement, testing, calibration and up keep of related maintenance documentation/records. Testing and calibration of aero engines and critical review of performance parameters. Final Quality shake down and preparation of handing over formalities prior issue to users. Final Quality Shake down and handing over of aero engines to users.Tracking for satisfactory performance of engines. Undertake establishment of new set ups for aero engine maintenance line facility. Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and various relevant Flight Orders (FOs) to augment safe and reliable maintenance practices. Maintenance of Publications, Documentation, Work packages and training records. Performance Review Meeting with internal staff and external stake holders. SKILL SET IN BRIEF Auditing of processes involved, maintenance infra structure, technical work force skill assessment, documentation and safety practices. Interaction with vendors, manufacturers for technical and performance reviews, assessments, budgeting and procurements. Forecasting & Planning of Spare Support including Supply Chain monitoring Design & Implementation of Engineering Production & Maintenance Process Flow. Safety Investigations for Major Accidents / Incidents for Aero engines especially for areas like turbine failures, compressor blades, structural failures, aero engines performance issues, various accessories and control / regulating unit malfunctions, fires and leaks during operation. Conduct of specialized Trainings: Need Assessment, Design, Evaluation, Monitoring and Continual Improvement. COURSES & SPECIALIZED TRAINING Oct 2009Advance Diploma in HR management July 2009Work shop for Engineering Ethics Nov 2007Flight Data and Cockpit Voice Record Data Analysis Course Sept 2007Project Management Introduction July 2006Lead Auditor for ISO- April 2006Aircraft Accident Investigation Course May 2005Forecasting Techniques for Managers Sept 2003Crew Resource Management Course April 2003Fuel Quality Control Course Sept 2001Propulsion Unit Testing Facility Maintenance Mar 2000Administration and Staff Course Sept 1999Executive Personal Computer Course Jan 1999Engine Documentation Course Aug 1998Engine System and Trouble Shooting course Jun 1997Automated Logistic Management Course Apr 1996Aircraft Fam Course Dec 1994Aircraft Non Destructive Testing Mar 1994Basic Staff Course Sept 1993Automobile and Air conditioning Course PERSONAL DETAILS Data of Birth:- Residence:Islamabad, Pakistan Marital status:Married EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION BE Aerospace Engineering (Equivalent to BE Mechanical as recognized by HEC), NED University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi (1991). M Sc Sustainable Environmental Design (In progress) HONOURS & AFFILIATIONS Member Pakistan Engineering Council EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITES /INTERESTS Reading, Tennis REFERENCES Can be served upon request