Abdus Salam

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Project Manager and Project Engineer ( Milmeq) @ MHM Automation
Brisbane, QLD, AU
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Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia, Australia
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About Abdus Salam

I am a professional mechanical engineer with over 25 years’ experience in supporting Large to Small sized organizations to successfully deliver capital projects, to optimize business process performance, and to achieve manufacturing process efficiencies.I have experience of working in the following areas of business within leading Dairy, FMCG, Fabrication, Pharmaceutical, and Food manufacturing organizations.Project Engineering & Project Management (13 years), Maintenance Management (4 years), Maintenance Planning (2 years), Safety and Environmental management (5 years), Quality system Management (2 years), Manufacturing Management (5 years), Lean Manufacturing (2 years), Production Planning (3 years)

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MHM Automation

Mhm Automation

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Project Manager and Project Engineer ( Milmeq)
Brisbane, QLD, AU
Employees:
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Abdus Salam Work Experience Details
  • Mhm Automation
    Project Manager And Project Engineer ( Milmeq)
    Mhm Automation
    Brisbane, Qld, Au
  • Mhm Automation
    Project Manager / Project Engineer ( Milmeq)
    Mhm Automation Sep 2021 - Present
    Australia
    MHM is New Zealand based company with Project office in Brisbane and it provides freezing solutions for Meat and Dairy industry across the world. The Brisbane office designs, procures, project Manages, installs and commissions the plate frezers and Carton Tunnels. All components and sub-assemblies are manufactured at subcontractor factifies nationwide and internationally.Key Responsibilities:Project Management, Scope Management, Procurement Management, Timeline/Budget/Schedule… Show more MHM is New Zealand based company with Project office in Brisbane and it provides freezing solutions for Meat and Dairy industry across the world. The Brisbane office designs, procures, project Manages, installs and commissions the plate frezers and Carton Tunnels. All components and sub-assemblies are manufactured at subcontractor factifies nationwide and internationally.Key Responsibilities:Project Management, Scope Management, Procurement Management, Timeline/Budget/Schedule Management, Subcontractor Management, Installation & Commissioning Management, Contract Management, Stakeholder Management, Resource Management, Risk ManagementManaged and delivered Project ranges from AUD 2.5 million to AUD 5.5 millionKey Achievements:• Key Projects in Progresso Installation and Commissioning of 1 x Carton Plate freezer – EC Throsby – NSW o Installation and commissioning of 1x Carton Tunnel – Wodonga Rendering – Victoria• Key site projects completed. o Installation and Commissioning of 2 x Carton Plate Freezers – JBS – Beef City o Installation and Commissioning of 2 x Carton Plate Freezers – Harvey Beef–WA o Installation and Commissioning of 2 x Carton Plate Freezers – V&V Walsh – WA• Procurement Process established, which avoided previously observed untraceable inventory ~ $15k• Early sign off practical completion certificate. Overall, the project finished 2 weeks earlier than schedule.• Reduced rework on site by 60% by successfully implementing client readiness via commissioning plan. • Claimed significant variation from client via managing contractual scope vs actual.• Achieved 0 LTI for 4,000-man hours on site.• Achieved significant overall project margin in face of rising costs/COVID via subcontractor negotiations Show less
  • Lactalis Australia
    Project Engineer
    Lactalis Australia Mar 2020 - Sep 2021
    Bendigo & Echuca, Victoria, Australia
    ( Dessert and Yoghurt making Industry )Key Responsibilities:• Multi-site CAPEX Project Management, Project Engineering, Scope Development, stakeholder consultation, DA and building approvals, multidisciplinary subcontractor managementKey Achievements:• Successfully developed the scopes and capital proposals for $ 20 M project of Brown field expansion of Lactalis Bendigo site for its Stage 1/2/3.• Key site projects completed in 2020/2021o Installation… Show more ( Dessert and Yoghurt making Industry )Key Responsibilities:• Multi-site CAPEX Project Management, Project Engineering, Scope Development, stakeholder consultation, DA and building approvals, multidisciplinary subcontractor managementKey Achievements:• Successfully developed the scopes and capital proposals for $ 20 M project of Brown field expansion of Lactalis Bendigo site for its Stage 1/2/3.• Key site projects completed in 2020/2021o Installation & Commission of 2 x new Yoghurt Tanks ($ 600,000) , A new Fruit tote system ($ 200,000) & Yoghurt Pouch filling Line ($ 2,600,000)o Installation of Chemical Cleaning set (CIP) from India. ($ 2,000,000 )o Upgrade and refurbishment of Quality Control Lab ($200,000)o Steam System Upgrade of Site ($ 100,000) & Electrical Upgrade of Site Main Switch gear ($400,000)o Smoke detection upgrade ($ 100,000) Show less
  • Lactalis Australia
    Maintenance And Projects Manager
    Lactalis Australia Nov 2015 - Mar 2020
    Rockhampton, Australia
    (Flavored and White Milk processing Industry) Key Responsibilities:• Capex project management, Maintenance management, Maintenace planning• Led the site electricians, fitters, and external contractors in providing both a reactive and pro-active maintenance service for all milk and cream processing and packaging equipment and factory services. • Developed maintenance budgets and subsequently operated within agreed budgets. Annual maintenance budget of $ 1,000,000… Show more (Flavored and White Milk processing Industry) Key Responsibilities:• Capex project management, Maintenance management, Maintenace planning• Led the site electricians, fitters, and external contractors in providing both a reactive and pro-active maintenance service for all milk and cream processing and packaging equipment and factory services. • Developed maintenance budgets and subsequently operated within agreed budgets. Annual maintenance budget of $ 1,000,000 • Improved reliability of all key equipment by closely monitoring and proactively working on the fitters /electrician’s feedback. Updated PM tasks to reflect equipment provider’s guidelines. • Acquired additional responsibility for 18 months as a relief maintenance planner, learned SAP- Maintenance planning module, developed maintenance plans and ensured timely completion of work. • Effectively planned and managed all planned maintenance shutdowns to achieve expected results.Key Achievements:• Planned, managed, and executed CAPEX Projects with annual capex budget of $ 500,000.• Overhauled R&M spares procurement process.• Achieved $100,000/year (10%) saving in Maintenance budget by using alternative reliable service contractors.• Improved knowledge and capability of fitters and electricians by engaging them with reliable service providers.• Successfully run small projects and reduced Gas and Electricity consumption of site by 3% • Developed and implemented Site Electrical procedures to meet 100% legislative electrical requirements.• Successfully upgraded ammonia condensers achieving gross investment savings of $100,000 and OPEX savings of $30,000/year and exceeding condensation capacity requirements.• Achieved saving of $75,000/year sludge disposal cost by effective man-management and close monitoring.• Reinforced Health & Safety standards for maintenance teams and external contractors resulting in 0 LTI.• Achieved 1 complaint / one million SKU produced. Show less
  • Lactalis Australia
    Capex Project Engineer
    Lactalis Australia Mar 2014 - Oct 2015
    Lidcombe, Nsw
    ( Flavored and White Milk processing Industry )Key Responsibilities:• Support maintenance manager by executing projects and preparing capex project proposals.• Involved in evaluating and making recommendations on the viability of 40 capex proposals (worth $ 5 million) by scrutinizing / reviewing scope of work & quotes, coordinating with internal stake holders/consultants, and contractors for final capex approval and submission.• Manage the safe implementation of… Show more ( Flavored and White Milk processing Industry )Key Responsibilities:• Support maintenance manager by executing projects and preparing capex project proposals.• Involved in evaluating and making recommendations on the viability of 40 capex proposals (worth $ 5 million) by scrutinizing / reviewing scope of work & quotes, coordinating with internal stake holders/consultants, and contractors for final capex approval and submission.• Manage the safe implementation of three major capex projects.Key Achievements:• Met the deadline for the completion of 40 capex proposals and submissions for the maintenance manager. Developed the following major capex proposals: o Procurement of new VSD air compressor. o Waste water drains redevelopment. o Ammonia compressor Staging and Variable head pressure. o Boiler Blow down heat recovery and Oxygen trim control system o Improvement in compressed air dryer system. o Safe Working at heights on Silos and Fillers o Improve machine guarding of Blow molders and Fillers o Improve chemical spill management for corrosive chemicals. o Implement EPA guidelines for noise generation at compressors. o Improve ventilation system at Ammonia plant o Improve waste water drain line system to avoid mixing possible spills in Sydney water drains.• Identified three capex projects as non-viable and provided solutions which were accepted by the Parmalat management team.• Successfully coordinated and controlled meetings to influence the project ,maintenance and operations teams to work towards the successful implementation of following projects:o BOD reduction at waste water treatment plant.o Minimizing milk losses at intake section of dairy industry.o Minimizing milk/sugar/glucose losses at start up / shut down of processing operations.o Induction sealing for filling lines.o Conveyor automation.o CIP high pressure cleaning system for two filling lineso OEE improvement study on Filler line Show less
  • L&A Pressure Welding Pty Ltd
    Quality ,Environment ,Health & Safety Engineer
    L&A Pressure Welding Pty Ltd Sep 2012 - Mar 2014
    Sydney, Australia
    ( Boiler and Pressure Vessel Manufacturer )Responsibilities• Develop & Maintain Work Health Safety management system conforming to WHS Act, WHS Regulations 2011 and Codes of Practice.• Develop & Monitor Key performance indicators (KPIs) for Quality, Environment Health and Safety system.• Ensure LTIFR & TRIFR of site remains in acceptable limits through counselling, training and sound management of WHS system.• Liaison with regulatory authorities and external bodies… Show more ( Boiler and Pressure Vessel Manufacturer )Responsibilities• Develop & Maintain Work Health Safety management system conforming to WHS Act, WHS Regulations 2011 and Codes of Practice.• Develop & Monitor Key performance indicators (KPIs) for Quality, Environment Health and Safety system.• Ensure LTIFR & TRIFR of site remains in acceptable limits through counselling, training and sound management of WHS system.• Liaison with regulatory authorities and external bodies and meet statutory requirements• Lead continuous improvement activities of site.• Facilitate auditors from Origin, Santos, AGL to perform site WHS audit.• Assist General Manager in various project management activities.• Modify, improve & maintain an ISO 9001 quality management system.Achievements• 50% reduction in First Aid Injuries (FAI)• 30% reduction in Energy usage of factory.• Develop proposal to install solar power panel generating 42,000 KW/year• Develop proposal to install power factor correction unit at site reducing Peak capacity electricity charges of site.• L&A successful in meeting the requirements of Work Cover audit.• Successful in meeting WHS Audit requirements of major customers.• Successfully submitted proposal on behalf of L&A for the Australian Industry CTIP (Clean Technology Investment) Program.• Recently met ISN requirements of WHS and become approved contractors for Caltex and AGL.• Assisted Australian Industry group in conducting site energy audit. Show less
  • Cadburys Schweppes Plc
    Manufacturing Manager
    Cadburys Schweppes Plc May 2011 - May 2012
    Acquired by Kraft Foods in 2011( Food Manufacturing – Confectionery – Candy and Chocolate )Responsibilities• Day to day operations of a 24/7 plant producing in excess of 10,000 tonnes of confectionery per annum across 5 production lines.• Responsible for the Management, coaching and mentoring team of Production Supervisors, Engineering and Maintenance Staff and the delivery of an aggressive Environment and Safety Improvement Program.• Successful delivery of agreed… Show more Acquired by Kraft Foods in 2011( Food Manufacturing – Confectionery – Candy and Chocolate )Responsibilities• Day to day operations of a 24/7 plant producing in excess of 10,000 tonnes of confectionery per annum across 5 production lines.• Responsible for the Management, coaching and mentoring team of Production Supervisors, Engineering and Maintenance Staff and the delivery of an aggressive Environment and Safety Improvement Program.• Successful delivery of agreed supply chain KPI’s including Schedule Adherence, Material and Budget variances, Right First Time Quality, labour, Line Efficiencies, Energy and conversion costs / tonne. • Compliance to Corporate Quality; GMP, Food safety and Workplace Safety Standards o.• Development of annual Capex budget and implementation support to Project ManagerAchievements• Implemented Lean manufacturing principles on chocolate moulding lines, resulting in a 22% uplift in Line Efficiency • Conducted lean manufacturing training programs to all staff. • Increased capacity of cooking operations by 15%.• Successfully changed the lay out and work flow of candy operations which resulted in smooth production flow of candy area operations. • Developed and successfully presented a funding proposal to increase Chocolate Capacity.• Subject Matter Expert) for the SAP manufacturing module, developing all process flows and resource structures for SAP. Show less
  • Cadburys Schweppes Plc
    Manager Planning, Safety And Environment
    Cadburys Schweppes Plc Apr 2009 - Apr 2011
    ( Food Manufacturing – Confectionery – Candy and Chocolate )Responsibilities• Responsible for the development and implementation of the Safety & Environment program in line with Cadbury global standards.• Lead Change Management Program focusing on cultural change, behavioural modification and the building of people capability (skills, knowledge and behaviours).• Responsible to implementation and delivery of Cadbury Operational Risk Management Program and the development… Show more ( Food Manufacturing – Confectionery – Candy and Chocolate )Responsibilities• Responsible for the development and implementation of the Safety & Environment program in line with Cadbury global standards.• Lead Change Management Program focusing on cultural change, behavioural modification and the building of people capability (skills, knowledge and behaviours).• Responsible to implementation and delivery of Cadbury Operational Risk Management Program and the development of Business Continuity Plans to support the Global Insurance Program..• Accountable for the preparation of documentation for Board meetings, Regional business and governance reviews and Global compliance requirements.• Responsible for developing and implementing weekly, monthly, plans and medium to long term forecasts and schedules..• Coordinated with Manufacturing Managers and Sales Managers to ensure Case fill rates and production plan adherence targets were achieved.Achievements• Global recognition for 3 consecutive years of Zero Lost Time Accidents (LTA).• Successful Implementation of Cadbury Safety and Environment Standards.• Successful start-up of new Waste Water Treatment plant.• Set up of waste water monitoring laboratory.• Trained in Safety Auditing.• Successfully implemented “I work safely for…” programs across site.• Developed S&OP process of business in consultation with Regional specialist. • Consistently achieved production targets of 95% case fill rates and 93% Production plan adherence. Show less
  • Cadburys Schweppes Plc
    Manager Projects
    Cadburys Schweppes Plc Oct 2007 - Mar 2009
    Responsibilities• Capex Project management and supervision of six projects worth $AUD 9 million.• Project scheduling, tracking, reporting, financial Planning and cost controlling.• Writing and submission of Project proposals and cost justifications documents.• Selection and management of Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / HVAC & Fire Consultants and Contractors.• Coordinate with Cadbury global procurement team and ensure timely ordering of plant and equipment. •… Show more Responsibilities• Capex Project management and supervision of six projects worth $AUD 9 million.• Project scheduling, tracking, reporting, financial Planning and cost controlling.• Writing and submission of Project proposals and cost justifications documents.• Selection and management of Civil / Electrical / Mechanical / HVAC & Fire Consultants and Contractors.• Coordinate with Cadbury global procurement team and ensure timely ordering of plant and equipment. • Provide coordination among all consultants and contractor.• Supervise installation and commissioning process of all key equipment.• Also performed production planning activities of site.Achievements• Record Project completion in 18 months against target of 20 months.• Project cost variance + 0.35%.• Zero lost time accidents during project execution of 18 months. • Successful installation of fire protection system including fire hydrants, sprinkler system, fire detection systems as per NFPA standards.• Installation of 390 tons absorption chillers along with GMP approved ducting and piping in entire production areas.• Installation of Danish chocolate moulding and wafer coated lines.• Set up of new Quality Laboratory.• Set up of new Raw material ware house having 500 pallet positions.• Successful completion of 2000m² civil construction of new building. Show less
  • Hashoo Group
    Manager Projects
    Hashoo Group Jun 2006 - Sep 2007
    Baluchistan, Pakistan
    Gelcaps Pakistan Ltd- Hashoo Group( Hard gelatine capsule making industry ) - Responsible to deliver $ 3 million capital project involving upgrade to Electrical / Civil and Refrigeration/HVAC services of site and installation of new capsule manufacturing line from Romania.- Responsible to engage electrical / civil / mechanical consultants , develop scope of work and engineering documents in consultation with consultants, supervise consultants to develop tender document… Show more Gelcaps Pakistan Ltd- Hashoo Group( Hard gelatine capsule making industry ) - Responsible to deliver $ 3 million capital project involving upgrade to Electrical / Civil and Refrigeration/HVAC services of site and installation of new capsule manufacturing line from Romania.- Responsible to engage electrical / civil / mechanical consultants , develop scope of work and engineering documents in consultation with consultants, supervise consultants to develop tender document , oversee the award work to contractors, review contract agreements and project execution.- Responsible for capex project planning , execution , scheduling , cost controlling, execution , tracking, and reporting. - Also responsible for production planning of 7 capsule manufacturing lines via coordinating with sales, production and material management. Show less
  • Albawardi Group
    Production Manager
    Albawardi Group Sep 2005 - May 2006
    Ksa- Saudi Arabia
    ( Steel fabrication and manufacturing industry )•Responsible for complete manufacturing operations of wheel barrow manufacturing industry.•Responsible to ensure effective production planning, scheduling & execution for complicated manufacturing operations of wheel barrows.
  • Macter International (Pvt) Ltd
    Production Planning Manager
    Macter International (Pvt) Ltd Jan 2003 - Aug 2005
    ( Pharmaceutical Industry - manufacturing of liquids, solids , vials , ampoules , ear and eye drops products )•Reporting directly to the Head of Supply as the leader of the planning department of a pharmaceutical industry.•Created and implemented production planning and tracking systems (previously non-existent).•Aligned all Third Party Clients including Reckitt, Novartis, and Wyeth to a uniform production planning cycle.•Responsible for building and tracking the Production… Show more ( Pharmaceutical Industry - manufacturing of liquids, solids , vials , ampoules , ear and eye drops products )•Reporting directly to the Head of Supply as the leader of the planning department of a pharmaceutical industry.•Created and implemented production planning and tracking systems (previously non-existent).•Aligned all Third Party Clients including Reckitt, Novartis, and Wyeth to a uniform production planning cycle.•Responsible for building and tracking the Production Plan and Schedule against Sales Forecast. •Primary coordinator between Macter and Third Parties clients for all production planning activities.•Responsible for coordination between Production, Marketing, and Materials Management specifically with respect to planning issues.•Interact with Production managers, Store managers, and Production staff to develop the Production Plan, drive the Schedule, and manage the actual versus planned performance through compliances measurements Show less
  • Philips Lighting
    Deputy Manager Production
    Philips Lighting Mar 1998 - Dec 2002
    (Manufacturer of Incandescent lamps , fluoro lamps, Electromagnetic Ballasts and Consumer Appliances products)• Worked for almost five years in Production, Engineering and Process quality departments of Bulb manufacturing, Tube light manufacturing and Ballast manufacturing department. • Involved in shift management, efficiency improvement and quality improvement activities. • Performed root cause analysis and Design of experiments programs• Involved in Material localisation… Show more (Manufacturer of Incandescent lamps , fluoro lamps, Electromagnetic Ballasts and Consumer Appliances products)• Worked for almost five years in Production, Engineering and Process quality departments of Bulb manufacturing, Tube light manufacturing and Ballast manufacturing department. • Involved in shift management, efficiency improvement and quality improvement activities. • Performed root cause analysis and Design of experiments programs• Involved in Material localisation projects• Managed a team 15 supervisors and 150 operators. Show less

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