Ravinder S Sethi Email & Phone Number

India

As VP of a manufacturing company, working towards upgrading the entire work philosophy rangingfrom HR, operations, QA, QC, administration, security, etc.• Accountable for business P&L.• Onboarding vendors and potential customers for Business development.• Developed standard procedures manual for the company and oversaw implementation acrossall sites.• Implemented security procedures integrating technology as a force multiplier.• Upskilling of workforce for increasing production efficiency.• Training of managers to be effective leaders.• Build excellence in operations.

Andhra Pradesh, India

Overall responsibility of the Aviation department. Responsibilities include aspects like budgetmanagement, operational planning, flight safety, aviation security, audits, etc.• Ensure operational and administrative excellence through an ownership mind-set resulting incost optimisation. Prioritising and streamlining movement of cargo and passengers based onoperational commitments of stakeholders.• Conduct security and technical audits along with recommendations to address the identifiedgaps.• Management and security of a DGCA approved heliport with daily flying operations.Regulatory compliance and engagement. Conduct inspections & safety surveys to ensure safeoperations.• Stakeholder engagement through effective communication skills. Building consensus amongstteams with varying backgrounds and work cultures. Worked with international and Indianparticipants/companies to build common procedures and goals.• Member of CMT (Crisis Management Team). Draft and execute Emergency Response Planbased on hazard identification, risk management and mitigation. Carry out disastermanagement coordination with military & Para-military organisations.

Delhi, India

Handled sensitive aviation missions requiring extensive planning with various governmentdepartments. Displayed keen ability to liaise with multiple agencies for seamless operations.

Responsible for optimising workforce utilisation over subordinate units, handle civil litigation, andplan site security of sensitive installations.• Regular liaison with police authorities, legal teams, and local bodies to achieve organisationrequirements.3 of 3• Developed and implemented single window manpower management system to minimise man hour utilisation.• Policy development for operational efficiency.• Handled over 30 legal cases with favourable outcomes.• Security of sensitive installations using technology as an optimiser.• Managing retail outlets with direct control over sales, inventory management, vendor control, and contract execution. Increased footfall by over 300 %.

Overall in-charge of an operational helicopter unit requiring operational, administrative and HR control. Achieved the following:• Over 4000 hrs of incident free helicopter operations.• Oversaw avionics upgrade to include training of pilots and maintenance personnel.• 06 junior pilots selected for prestigious Helicopter Instructor Course.• Zero casualty in a high risk combat environment.• Unit adjudged as the best aviation unit in combat theater.• Distinction of being selected to head second aviation unit.

As Second-in-Command was overall in-charge of training and welfare of more than 400 personnel. Established sustained welfare programs focussing on the education of soldiers’ wives and children. The incentive-based program saw education qualifications (graduation & post-graduation) in a time-bound manner.•Managed a fleet of over 100 vehicles of varying types.

Training as a combat aviator provides me with an eye for detail, the ability to make quick decisions based on real-time analysis of the situation, and an appreciation for the significance of procedures.As combat helicopter pilot saw deployment in the toughest aviation sectors in the world. •Selected for United Nation Mission in Somalia. Planned and executed multi-faceted humanitarian missions like conflict resolution, aid distribution, medical camps, relocation of displaced populations, training & building of social organisations like police, schools, town administration services, etc. •Awarded Chief of Army citation for exemplary leadership and bravery in combat during UN mission. •Served in various staff and combat appointments.

Master'S Degree, Aviation Management

A course equivalent to MBA with specialisation in Aviation Management. Provides a detailed insight into the functioning, management.

Human Resource Management, Outstanding

Short course covering all aspects of HRM and Industrial Law.

Aviation Security Course, Aviation Security

Activities and Societies: Security of Aviation Installations and Secure Operating Procedures. The course, run by Bureau of Civil Aviation.

Army Flight Commander’S Management Capsule

A detailed course on administrative and operational functioning of helicopter units. Includes mission planning, safe operations, mission.

Diploma, Weapons Technology

Bachelor'S Degree, Science

Certificate Course, Integrated Quality, Environment & Occupational Health & Safety Management System