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Colombo, Wp, Lk

Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Colombo, Western, Sri Lanka

1. Led the successful commissioning of a plant and played a key role in enhancing operational efficiency for a newly formed organization as part of the manufacturing team. Implemented strategic initiatives that contributed to streamlined processes and overall operational excellence.2. Developed and executed strategies to achieve business targets in volume, product availability, and quality based on TPM and LEAN principles.3. Strategically curated the organization's products and solutions portfolio for the industrial and retail construction industries, overseeing the industrial technical sales team. Played a key role in aligning offerings with market needs and driving successful sales initiatives

Colombo

1. Managed continuous improvement and sustainability of the products and solutions development process. Proven track record of delivering innovative solutions to address current challenges, optimizing material resources, and fostering win-win business environments in the construction sector - Minipe Anicut, Lotus Tower, Hambantota Harbour, Twin Peak Towers, Luna Towers, Altair Residencies, Moragahakanda - Kaluganga Transfer Channel, Uma Oya Multi Purpose Project, Moragolla Dam, Colombo Port city Development, Krrish Towers, ITC Towers - Colombo, Southern and Central Expressways of Sri Lanka, Outercircular Expressway, New Kelani Bridge, Bandaranayake International Airport Extension, etc:2. Collaborated with Sri Lanka's cement standard regulatory body to introduce a more sustainable performance-based cement standard.3. Led the techno-commercial market campaign to enter the white market segments, strategically increasing market share and expanding the customer base. This initiative resulted in over 5% growth in market share within a 6-month project span. 4. Managed technical marketing and customer complaint handling, enhancing the organization's NPS and brand equity.5. Established and fostered collaborative networks with universities and professional bodies to contribute to the development of innovative solutions and policies. Engaged in proactive dialogue to stay abreast of industry trends and advancements

Puttalam, North Western Province, Sri Lanka

1. Specialized in training and coaching the operational workforce, driving improvements in technical systems, management infrastructure, and fostering positive mindset and behaviors within the organization. Dedicated to enhancing overall efficiency, effectiveness, and team development.2. Achieved the lowest ever cost in the electrical energy consumption and the lowest carbon footprint in the manufacturing. 3. Introduced total cost of ownership (TCO) and management of change (MoC) processes to the manufacturing operation.4. Collaborated with the group support on streamlining operational road maps and performance benchmarking.5. Worked with the team to acquire the ISO 50001 Energy Management System certification.

Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

1. Directed and executed comprehensive process engineering activities for the plant, focusing on efficiency and profitability enhancements.2. Excelled as an SAP PP Module Super User, contributing to streamlined processes and enhanced productivity within the organization.3. Provided comprehensive training to operational staff, fostering skill development and enhancing team capabilities. Contributed to a knowledgeable and proficient workforce, positively impacting overall operational efficiency and performance.

Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

1. Worked as the only process engineer in the project for annual cement grinding capacity enhancement of RCW from 0.4 Mio tons to 1.0 Mio tons (~26 Mio USD investment).2. Conducted all process-engineering activities of the project including process and instrumentation design review, Block interlock diagram review, completion of factory acceptance tests, supervision of the erection and commissioning, and the completion of performance guarantee test.3. Collaboratively worked with the safety and operational teams on HAZOP and design safety.4. Proficiently served as an SAP super user, specializing in the Project Systems (PS) module, ensuring optimal utilization and functionality of these systems.

Puttalam, North Western Province, Sri Lanka

1. Designed and implemented a new compressed air system for the Puttalam cement works under fast return CAPEX expenses. 2. Addressed dedusting issues in the nuisance dust filtering system to eliminate environmental non-conformities.3. Collaborated with the Norochchole thermal power plant engineering team to enhance their efficiency.

Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd) In Materials Engineering, Reaction Kinetics Of Geopolymers

Master Of Philosophy (Mphil) In Chemical Engineering, Simulation And Prediction Of Chloride Ion Ingress Through A Concrete

Post Graduate Diploma On Executive Leadership Development, Business Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

Bsc Engineering, Chemical And Process Engineering

1. Awarded Best Undergraduate Project (EngX 2010) for the microbial fuel cell-based wastewater treatment project. 2. Conducted research.

Gce Advanced Level, Physical Sciences

Activities and Societies: Senior prefect, House captain, Captain of school senior debate team, Sergeant of school cadet band, Captain.