Muhammad Safdar

A dedicated and technically skilled Instrumentation and Control professional with a proven track record in managing complex I&C projects. Seeking to leverage my expertise in system integration, process automation, and project management to drive operational excellence and innovation in a challenging technical role. Committed to delivering high-quality solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and profitability.

• SIEMENS S7 PLC Training by SIEMENS in KAPCO (2014)
• Instrumentation Training from NFC, Multan (2008)
• Attended the Gas Turbine Control Training (FIAT Hi Control System) of FIAT TG-50 Gas Turbine in GTPS, WAPDA, Kot Addu
• Attended the Gas Turbine Control Training (Iskamatic Control System) SIEMENS / KWU V94.2 in Gas Turbine Power Station WAPDA, Kot Addu
• SAAB Tank Level Monitoring System Training in KAPCO, Kot Addu (1999)
• Emission/Immission Environment Monitoring System Software and System Administration Training in KAPCO, Kot Addu (1998)
• 6-week Electronic Circuits Training from WAPDA Engineering Academy, Faisalabad by Foreign Experts (1995)
• 6-month Basic Craftsman Instrumentation & Control Training from Gas Turbine Training Centre, Faisalabad (1991)

• In house Safety Trainings by KAPCO Safety Department
• Fresh Eyes Observer Training by KAPCO Safety Department
• Safety Acceptor Certificate by KAPCO (2005)
• Scaffolding Safety Training (2016) by Applus VELOCI arranged by KAPCO

• One Week Oracle Database Administrator Training from Ora-Tech, Lahore (2001)
• One Week Advanced IT Training from Petroman Multan in Windows NT and Microsoft Office 97 (1999)
• Microsoft Certificate of Excellence: One week Course from Sysnet Education, Karachi (Microsoft Authorize Training Center) in Implementing & Supporting Microsoft Windows 95. (1997)
• Microsoft Certificate of Achievement: One week Course from TEC, Karachi (Microsoft Authorize Training Center) in Microsoft Office 97 (1997)
• One year Course in Computer Programming in BASIC Language, MS DOS 5.0, Microsoft Windows 3.1, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel.(1994)

• Experience of Working in Q4CAMM, handling Job Cards, PMs, Stocks etc.
• Experience of installation/configuration of Microsoft Windows Server.
• Experience of installation/configuration of E-mail System using Microsoft Exchange Server.
• Experience of Installation and configuration of Oracle 7 Database Server.
• Experience of Computer Servicing, fault finding, Hardware and Software configuration.
• Familiar with Latest version of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office and can solve related Software problems.
• Familiar with Microsoft Access and Microsoft Project software.
• Experience of Personal Computer operation of different Software such as Microsoft DOS, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft office etc. etc
• Experience of Personal Computers Hardware repairing of different types of Computers such as 80x86, Pentium-Series and Core-Series and Xeon Series Processor based PCs and Servers.

• Upgradation of GT 13-14 Teleperm Me Control System to SIEMENS SPPA T-3000 Control System
• Upgradation of STG-15 Teleperm Me Control System to SIEMENS SPPA T-3000 Control System
• Upgradation of GT 13-14, STG-15 and Demi Plant Fire Fighting Control System. Make Detectomat, Germany
• GT 5-8 Bearing Babbit Metal Temperature Monitoring System, Installation and Commissioning (2008-9)
• Performed Y2K Compliance test on all PCs related to Plant (1999)
• Upgraded the BIOS all computers of IT system for Y2K compliance (1999)
• Remained involved with Computer Graphics and Systems Pvt. Ltd.(CGS), Lahore in implementing the IT Network in KAPCO, GTPS, Kot Addu Power Station & Lahore Office (1997)
• Upgraded the Computer Hardware and Software of BAIRD Multielement Oil Analyzer of FOTP Fuel Lab (WAPDA Period)

• KAPCO Q4 Champion Award and Letter of Appreciation (2018) Using and Operating Q4CAMM Maintenance Management System
• Best Work Place Safety & Health Award (2016)
• Pride of Performance Award on meritorious services at G.T.P.S. WAPDA, Kot Addu by the Chief Engineer on the occasion of Privatization (1996)
• Letter of Appreciation on Best Work Performance during installation of Fuel Gas Conversion System on GT 3/4, Gas Turbine Power Station Wapda, Kot Addu (1993)

• Test Inspector I&C in I&C Block-III. Acting Foreman in absence of Foreman (2009 to 2024)
• Technician and Sr. Technician I&C I&C Block-II (2003-2009)
• Senior IT Support Technician in IT Department, KAPCO, supporting a Local Area Network of about 150 Computers and over 200 users. (1997 to 2003)
• Instrument Fitter in I&C Block-1 (1989-1997)

• Improved inspection accuracy by adopting modern standards and technologies.
• Identified a major source of contamination of a green beans crop and had all adulterated product removed from the affected farm prior to it reaching the US food supply.
• Strategized and implemented updates to inspections of Test Instruments eg. Multimeters, Pressure Gauges and Transmitters, Temperature Gauges and Transmitters, Oscilloscopes, Signal Generator etc
• Transformed organization by rebuilding standards and practices from the ground up.