Ali Ghanim

Highly skilled and safety-conscious 4th Class Operating Engineer with extensive experience managing high-pressure boiler systems, HVAC, and industrial automated equipment. Proven track record as a Chief Operating Engineer leading teams, writing standard operating procedures (SOPs), and maintaining strict compliance with TSSA and ABSA regulations. Combines robust technical training in electromechanics (millwright) with hands-on mechanical troubleshooting to optimize plant safety, efficiency, and operational uptime.

Chief Operating Engineer - Murray Bros Lumber Company - Madawaska, ON

(2022-07)

• Manage a dedicated team of plant operators, ensuring a safe, efficient, and compliant workplace culture.
• Author, update, and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to guarantee clear operational guidelines for staff.
• Conduct daily routine plant checks, analyzing and testing critical sensors for water levels, temperature, and pressure.
• Perform chemical analysis on boiler water, calculating and administering precise chemical dosages to prevent corrosion and scaling.
• Coordinate scheduled boiler shutdowns to execute internal inspections, tube cleanings, and preventative maintenance.
• Monitor lumber moisture levels and verify the functionality of temperature probes to maintain kiln integrity.
• Analyze and review heat treatment graphs to ensure strict quality compliance with CLA standards.

Operating Engineer / Maintenance Mechanic - Kemptville District Hospital - Ottawa, ON

(2018-09 - 2019-09)

• Executed daily morning plant rounds, monitoring gauges, fluid levels, and system diagnostics to ensure continuous operation.
• Maintained optimal boiler water chemistry through regular testing and precise water softener adjustments.
• Managed scheduled boiler changeovers and shutdowns to conduct internal inspections and troubleshooting.
• Serviced and maintained HVAC systems, including air handling units, belts, glycol loops, refrigerant gases, thermostats, and filtration systems.
• Tested emergency backup diesel generators weekly, maintaining fluid and fuel levels to ensure immediate hospital power redundancy.
• Maintained water filtration systems, including the critical reverse osmosis (RO) systems servicing the Operating Rooms (OR).
• Monitored gas pressures and cylinder levels in the medical gas storage room (Oxygen, Carbon Dioxide, and Nitrogen).
• Conducted monthly fire alarm inspections and drills, ensuring absolute compliance with healthcare safety codes.
• Repaired minor plant electrical and plumbing infrastructure issues as needed.
• Maintained meticulous, legally compliant daily records in the facility logbook.

Carpenter & Installer - Independent Construction Subcontractor - Edmonton, AB / Ottawa, ON

(2014-10)

• Interpret complex architectural blueprints and design layouts for high-end residential and commercial installations.
• Program, nest, cut, and assemble custom cabinetry utilizing CNC machinery.
• Install high-end custom kitchens, built-in closets, and Murphy beds, maintaining exceptional quality control.
• Perform precision installation of various flooring materials, including hardwood, laminate, carpet, and tile.

Power Engineering 4th Class Program - Power Engineering - NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology) (2016-09 - 2017-08)

Vocational Training in Automated Systems in Electromechanics (Millwright) - Electromechanics - Rosemount Technology Centre (2011-11 - 2013-11)

Civil Engineering Technology Diploma - Civil Engineering Technology - Dawson College (2008-09 - 2011-09)