Afzal Ashraf

Result-oriented Electrical Engineer with over 20 years of international and domestic experience across Power Generation, MEP Services, Critical Infrastructure, and Telecom Automation. Proven expertise in the operation, preventive/corrective maintenance, and troubleshooting of high-capacity Diesel Generators (up to 1250 KVA), MV/HV switchgear (13.8KV to 33KV), ATS panels, online UPS systems, and SCADA/PLC-controlled power environments. Track record of ensuring maximum power availability, optimizing asset utilization, and maintaining strict compliance with safety standard procedures.

Qualifications independently verified against Irish Academic Standards (NARIC Ireland)

Assistant Manager Projects at Protech Solutions (Pvt) Ltd. (2024-01 – Present)

• Oversee comprehensive MEP services, power distribution, and facility management across major public sector and enterprise contracts.
• Manage prime power assets at Drug Testing Laboratory Lahore including twin Perkins DG sets (200 KVA & 500 KVA) and Online UPS networks (1-10 KVA).
• Direct MEP operations, DG servicing (500 KVA units), and comprehensive facility maintenance at HBL DCE Lahore Cantt.
• Lead electrical preventive maintenance for DHQ/THQ hospitals under the Primary & Secondary Healthcare Department Govt. of Punjab.
• Execute specialized contracts including SNGPL escalator/lift maintenance and PTCL permanent high-spec earthing solutions (<1Ω and <5Ω).

Site Engineer (Power Infrastructure) at IVY Interface (2020-12 – 2024-01)

• Managed 24/7 power operation & maintenance for Jazz (Mobilink) telecom core sites (MSCs and Media Gateways) across Central Region.
• Maintained continuous operation of AC/DC power systems, diesel generators (30 to 500 KVA), precision cooling, and Fire Suppression Systems (FSS).
• Executed power addition projects, routine battery health capacity testing, earth pit resistance testing, and DG overhaul supervision.
• Supervised installation, testing, and commissioning of new 30 KVA, 150 KVA, and 500 KVA diesel generator units.

Regional Maintenance Supervisor at Biswal Limited (2019-11 – 2020-11)

• Spearheaded regional power availability strategies across telecom infrastructure networks, maintaining maximum uptime.
• Tracked and optimized critical KPIs including MTBF, MTTR, asset utilization, maintenance expenditure, and PM schedule compliance.
• Implemented robust preventive/predictive maintenance standards and led rapid emergency breakdown response teams.
• Ensured strict compliance of all mechanical, electrical, and power distribution installations with safety standards.
• Conducted rigorous weekly technical site audits and trained frontline engineering staff on performance and quality standards.

Site Engineer (Electromechanical & Facilities) at Warid Telecom (Pvt) Ltd (2011-11 – 2019-10)

• Supervised end-to-end installation and commissioning of heavy DG sets, ATS panels, switchgear, and HVAC units for critical site expansions.
• Managed complete O&M service delivery for main MSCs, Hubs, and BTS infrastructure across the region.
• Serviced power rectifiers, industrial UPS networks, and backup battery banks, preventing power outages during grid failures.
• Performed Provisional Acceptance Testing (PAT) for new BTS, HUB, SDH, and MSC sites, delivering comprehensive compliance reporting.

Field Engineer at Wincom (Pvt) Ltd (Abu Dhabi Group) (2006-02 – 2011-11)

• Supervised electrical panel assembly, ATS wiring, and equipment installation at prime switching and transmission sites.
• Executed complex troubleshooting and breakdown servicing of heavy diesel generators up to 1250 KVA.
• Managed site preliminary acceptance testing, quality assurance checks, earthing loops, and HVAC systems.

Electrical Supervisor (Power Generation) at Al-Watania Poultry (Al Rajhi Group) (1997-07 – 2005-09)

• Managed operation, routine maintenance, and capacity extension of 4 major power stations and a Master Switching Station.
• Maintained 13.8KV and 33KV MV/HV switchgear (GEC / Siemens), SCADA-controlled Ring Main Units (RMU), and Siemens PLC automation systems.
• Calibrated and overhauled protection relays (Kuhse, AEG, Siemens) alongside engine safety sensors (pressure/temperature).
• Serviced heavy high-speed power alternators (315 KVA to 1000 KVA: Caterpillar, Detroit, Deutz, Cummins, Fiat).
• Operated Westfalia heavy crude oil & lube oil centrifugal separators, back-flush filters, and HFO viscosity control loops.
• Played a core supervisory role in the installation and commissioning of Power Station #1 and Power Station #4.

Electrical Supervisor (Switchgear Manufacturing) at JEI Switchgear (Pvt) Ltd (1993-10 – 1997-06)

• Supervised switchgear assembly, power wiring, and control wiring for MCC, DOL, Star/Delta, PFI, and AMF panels.
• Conducted final factory acceptance testing (FAT) and inspection of distribution boards and control panels against standard schematics.

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Electrical Technology – University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Lahore, Pakistan (2008 – 2010)

Diploma of Associate Engineer (DAE) in Electrical – Board of Technical Education, Lahore (1991 – 1994)