Muhammad Awais Akhtar
Bristol,United Kingdom
Summary
Highly skilled professional with expertise in project planning, scheduling, and cost control, leveraging tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and Power BI to optimise project outcomes. Proficient in mechanical engineering principles, QA/QC procedures, and HSE compliance, with a strong foundation in risk management techniques including FMEA, RCM, and Monte Carlo analysis. Adept at stakeholder engagement and utilising SAP EAM and CMMS systems to enhance operational efficiency. Committed to driving excellence through innovative solutions in engineering and project management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Asset & Maintenance Engineer
Downer Utilities
Brisbane, Australia
01.2023 - 06.2025
- Company Overview: Logan Water Service Planning and Optimization Program
- Project Managed live shutdowns and commissioning of upgrade projects valued at $3M+, achieving zero unplanned outages and a 98% stakeholder satisfaction rate.
- Applied FMEA and risk analysis methodologies during the project planning phase to identify and mitigate potential failure points, contributing to a 25% reduction in future asset downtime.
- Led the SCADA integration project for booster stations and lift systems, improving system-wide response time by 20% and enhancing operational reliability.
- Utilised SAP EAM for asset tracking, performance analytics, and strategic reporting to inform project decisions and increase emergency response efficiency by 30%.
- Logan Water Service Planning and Optimization Program
Project Planner
Downer EDI Engineering
Sydney, Australia
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: Industrial & Energy
- Led project scheduling and control for a critical substation upgrade project, enhancing capacity and renewable energy integration.
- Applied Monte Carlo simulations and quantitative risk analysis to proactively identify and mitigate potential delays, ensuring 95% adherence to project milestones.
- Optimised procurement processes, reducing lead times by 15% and contributing to onbudget delivery.
- Delivered a 20% improvement in energy efficiency and a 25% reduction in operational errors through precise proactive planning and system commissioning.
- Developed integrated project plans using Primavera P6 and MS Project for electrical substation works, including cabling, control systems upgrades, and infrastructure.
- Improved project reliability and resource efficiency by tailoring work packages and applying Critical Path Method (CPM) to optimise allocation.
- Industrial & Energy
Maintenance Planner
Downer Utilities
Brisbane, Australia
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: Logan Water Service Planning and Optimization Program
- Developed comprehensive project plans and schedules for the maintenance and upgrade of over 2,500 operational assets, ensuring resource alignment and timely project execution.
- Processed 120+ work orders monthly with 95% schedule compliance, reducing project backlog by 18%.
- Created advanced Power BI dashboards to track project KPIs (MTBF, MTTR, cost per asset), identifying optimization opportunities that led to a 20% reduction in downtime.
- Conducted risk-based FMEA for critical pumping systems, cutting failure rates by 15% while adhering to compliance and project goals.
- Logan Water Service Planning and Optimization Program
Planner & Scheduler / Design Team Lead
Albert Smith Group
Brisbane, Australia
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Led project planning and KPI monitoring for custom engineering signage system projects.
- Supported end-to-end project delivery including bill of materials development, scheduling, procurement, and vendor engagement.
Junior Project Engineer (Mechanical)
Energi-Tech Consulting
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Supported construction project execution, subcontractor coordination, and client interface.
Asset & Maintenance Officer
GPT Group
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided direct support in coordinating preventative and corrective maintenance plans for HVAC/MEP systems across multi-site operations.
Education
Master of Project Management -
QUT
Master of Engineering - Mechanical
QUT
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
Mehran University
Skills
- Primavera P6
- MS Project
- AutoCAD
- CAD/CAM
- Introductory SCADA Systems
- Power BI
- SAP EAM
- CMMS
- Project Planning & Scheduling
- Budget & Cost Control
- Risk Management
- FMEA
- RCM
- Monte Carlo
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Mechanical Engineering
- QA/QC Procedures
- HSE Compliance
Certification
- ASNT NDT Level 2 - Ultrasonic & Visual Testing
- CAD/CAM for Product Development - NIDA Pakistan
- Failure Analysis of Engineering Materials & Structures - NIDA Pakistan
- Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning & Integrating Asset Management and Governance (Ongoing)
Custom Section
No Sponsorship Required - Full UK Working Rights
Personal Information
- Work Permit: No Sponsorship Required - Full UK Working Rights
- Visa status: No Sponsorship Required - Full UK Working Rights
Timeline
Asset & Maintenance Engineer
Downer Utilities
01.2023 - 06.2025
Project Planner
Downer EDI Engineering
07.2021 - 12.2022
Maintenance Planner
Downer Utilities
01.2021 - 12.2022
Planner & Scheduler / Design Team Lead
Albert Smith Group
09.2020 - 07.2021
Junior Project Engineer (Mechanical)
Energi-Tech Consulting
03.2020 - 08.2020
Asset & Maintenance Officer
GPT Group
06.2019 - 03.2020
Master of Engineering - Mechanical
QUT
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
Mehran University
Master of Project Management -
QUT