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MUHAMMAD SOHAIB

Engineer

Quetta

Summary

An Aviation Professional bringing Fifteen years of broad-based and progressively responsible experience of working on different techno managerial positions in Pakistan’s top most public sector organizations. The experience includes Administration, Human Resource Management, Health Safety Security & Environment, Coordination, Resource Management, Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2015), Compliance Auditing, Operation & Maintenance, Planning, Designing, Project Management & Execution, Corrective & Preventive Maintenance, Trouble shooting, Terminal Management and Passenger Facilitation. I am a fervent team leader / player with skills & ability to work with team for ensuring efficient and effective passenger flow and improvement of the system / functions to maintain exceptional customer service and achieve organization’s goals & objectives.

Overview

years of professional experience

years of post-secondary education

Certification

Work History

Team Leader Safety & Quality Management System

Pakistan Airports Authority

10.2016 - Current

To ensure that execution of repair & maintenance, operational and construction activities by any of stakeholders at Quetta Int’l Airport will be carried out in accordance with ICAO, PAA and International standards & recommended practices
To assess, investigate and report all incidents, injuries, unsafe acts/conditions and near misses for assuring acceptable level of safety of aerodrome operations
As a President of steering committee formulated for acquisition of Safety & Quality Management System (SQMS) standards at Quetta International Airport; responsible for smooth implementation of SQMS standards in each section of PAA working at Quetta International Airport, facilitate SQMS related trainings and carry out staff awareness campaigns on safety related issues
Ensure that all staff of PAA and other stakeholders working at Quetta International Airport should follow ICAO and PAA standards and take appropriate decisions when work is not being carried in accordance with defined standards & recommended practices / operating procedures and apply the stop work policy
Ensure that all PCAA and stakeholder’s staff / contractors have clear understanding of PAA Safety Management Systems Manual and HSE manual for CAA contractors, suppliers & concessioners
Being the team lead of joint Runway Safety Team with Pakistan Air force; conduct safety inspections & ensure timely mitigation of hazards and conduct meetings & visits at regular intervals
Quality control and Quality assurance for conformance of PCAA Air Navigation Orders, Manuals, Civil Aviation Authority Orders and SOPs to ensure safe operational activities at Quetta Int’l Airport
To prepare all sections of Quetta International Airport for internal and external audits against ISO Quality Management System 9001:2015 and ICAO Safety Management System
To conduct internal audits against ISO Quality Management System 9001:2015 and ICAO Safety Management System at various locations and airports of Pakistan Airports Authority
To conduct safety assessments at QIAP, Quetta as and when required
To conduct Safety Review of Air Traffic Service Units of different Airports of Pakistan
Responsible to ensure safe aerodrome operations at Quetta International Airport
To manage the implementation and monitoring of safety management system at Quetta International Airport in accordance with ICAO Doc-9859
To generate & maintain an effective safety culture at Quetta Int’l Airport
To develop and maintain an effective reporting system especially during execution of expansion & renovation project at Quetta International Airport
Timely collection and analysis of safety data for taking proactive measures
To monitor and evaluate the results of corrective actions
To closely monitor the operations for any safety concerns that could affect organization
To analyze statistical safety data for trend related to hazards, events and occurrences
To ensure that risk assessments are conducted when applicable
To prepare Safety Management System Manual of QIAP, Quetta in the guideline of ICAO Doc-9859
To analyze safety loop holes and suggest mitigation for the same
To bring safety issues to the attention of management and deliver safety information to the organization’s staff, contractors and stakeholders
To provide and articulates information regarding safety issues within the organization
To be involved in developing and updating of crisis & emergency response plan of Quetta Int’l Airport
To ensure that safety related information; including safety goal and objectives are made available to all concern authorities through established communication process
To interact with operational personnel & sectional heads and should also foster positive relationship with regulatory authorities, agencies and service provider outside the organization
I was the coordinator for Main Runway Upgradation Project at Quetta International Airport and was also responsible to ensure compliance of Pakistan Airports Authority HSE standards during execution of Main Runway Upgradation Project at Quetta International Airport
To ensure smooth transition of flight operations from Main Runway to Secondary Runway during execution of Main Runway Upgradation Project
I was responsible to ensure compliance of Pakistan Airports Authority HSE standards throughout the execution of Expansion & Renovation Projects at Quetta International Airport
I was responsible to ensure compliance of Pakistan Airports Authority HSE standards throughout the execution of ATR apron upgradation Project at Quetta International Airport
ACHIEVEMENTS:
Being Team Leader Safety & Quality Management Systems at Quetta International Airport successfully acquired the ISO QMS 9001:2015 certification at Quetta international Airport in year 2020 and maintained the same during follow up external audit conducted by M/s AFAQ – AFNOR in year 2021 and 2022.

MANAGER AIRSIDE

Pakistan Airports Authority

03.2024 - Current

To plan, monitor and control 24/7 all Airside related activities in operations to deliver high and consistent standard of service, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in deployment of resources to meet the requirement for handling all services and operations including and not limited to: Airside, Parking Bays, Documentation and Ramp
To oversee the maintenance and repair of airport facilities, runways, taxiways, and airside infrastructure and coordinate with maintenance staff and contractors to ensure timely and effective facility maintenance.
To ensure serviceability and upkeep of all airside equipment i.e. Navigational Aids, Airfield Lighting System (AFLS), and Airfield Information Signs & Markings.
To ensure compliance of National Airfield Clearance Policy, Identify obstructions and initiate actions against violators through building control authorities.
Conduct Environment Control Committee meeting of all stakeholders and to control Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard.
To Regulate Airlines, Ground Handling Agencies, General Aviation and other operators at Quetta International Airport Airside.
To Plan Parking Bays in order to accommodate maximum number of aircrafts while ensuring smooth operations.
To conduct certification and surveillance audit of Ground handling Agencies at Quetta International Airport.
To issue Ground Handling Operations Certificate to Ground Handling Agencies to operators at Quetta International Airport.
To ensure that Pakistan Airports Authority and International Civil Aviation Organization Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are being followed and instill appropriate disciplinary or corrective action(s) to Airliners or Ground Handling Agencies and/or procedures after conclusion of an investigation, if required, pertaining to an incident, accident and/or service lapse. Ensures all services are carried out by staff as per SOP.
Delivers the Airside Operations objectives and priorities as per Pakistan Airports Authority’s SOPs and, in line with Standard Ground Handling Agreements and Service Level Agreements to supports business objectives.
Creates an Airside Operation that can respond effectively to situations in a real-time environment. Introduces best practice operational process, procedures and controls to maximize the efficiency in operation.
Creates reports to provide regular effective Management Information on a whole host of people related areas, ranging from but not limited to Operations, Manpower, Attendance, Disciplinary Actions.
Implements Business Contingency Plan; communicates, trains, and organizes resources to have minimum operational interruption at critical situations.
To issue Apron Vehicle and Apron Driving Permits to all stakeholders who operates at Airside.

TERMINAL MANAGER

Pakistan Airports Authority

04.2021 - 05.2024

To coordinate with Airport Functionaries that include Airport Security Force, Federal Investigation Agency, Immigration & Passports, Anti-Narcotics Force, Pakistan Customs, Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment, Pakistan Postal Services, Overseas Pakistani Foundation, Ground Handling Agencies, Domestic & International Airliners and Provincial & Federal Health Departments on regular basis to address matters of mutual interests, enhancement of passenger facilitation, reduction of passenger complaints and to extend/provide & obtain services / support to & from Airport Functionaries for optimum availability of almost all primary services / facilities at Quetta International Airport.
To Manage VVIP movements at Quetta International Airport
To handle VVIP / VIP Protocols on daily basis
Manage and oversee all the terminal operations functions on a daily basis
Contribute to the operations work stream within terminal operations, ensuring efficient and effective operations
Engage and collaborate with all stakeholders, to ensure smooth coordination of operations
Develop and implement operational work instructions, ensuring they are communicated clearly to duty facilitation officers and team members
Assess the performance of the team regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies for continuous enhancement
Maintain a high level of operational standards, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, regulations, and organization policies
To ensure compliance of Contract agreement for the outsourced Janitorial and Cleaning Services at Quetta International Airport in true letter and spirit
Identify Key Accounts and Projects and develop detailed action plans for Key Accounts Management
To identify any defects / nonconformities during daily inspection and coordinate with concerned offices for early rectification of defects / nonconformities
Oversee the maintenance and repair of airport facilities, equipment and infrastructure and coordinate with maintenance staff and contractors to ensure timely and effective facility maintenance
To Identify opportunities for revenue generation through commercial activities
Review and analyze current market/industry trends for formulation of strategies also Identify opportunities to attain business efficiency to reduce operational costs and bottlenecks
Stay abreast of current and emerging technical and professional trends related to respective Function- to strategize and direct changes accordingly
To ensure compliance of International Health Regulations of WHO at Quetta International Airport
To ensure compliance of all International and National SOPs issued by WHO and Ministry of National Health Services Regulations and Coordination related to Point of Entries at Quetta International Airport
Foster a positive work environment, promoting teamwork, open communication and employee engagement
Plan, organize, distribute and administer departmental budget - To ensure business efficiency thereby reducing operational costs and bottlenecks
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments in terminal operations, implementing best practices where applicable
To Manage and supervise terminal operations, ensuring efficient and effective passenger flow
Responsible for overall management of Passenger Terminal Complex to ensure smooth operations and exceptional customer service
Ensure compliance with safety and security regulations in the aviation industry
To build and maintain positive relationships with airlines, local government agencies, and other stakeholders
Collaborate with various stakeholders to resolve operational issues and optimize terminal performance
Assist Airport Management in managing operation during Runway Upgradation Project
To Oversee the Operations of One Window Facilitation Desk at Quetta International Airport
To work on new ideas/projects to achieve optimum utilization of recourses and to improve the efficiency of working by inducting advance technologies in business
To assist management in continuous improvement and achieving organization’s goals
To ensure smooth implementation of Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority Rules (CAARs), Civil Aviation Authority Orders (CAAOs), ICAO Standards and PCAA Technical orders
To address Administrative, Security & Technical issues and formulation of business continuity plan for Airport Services section at Quetta International Airport
To maintain adequate resources and stock of facilitation items for assuring optimal passenger facilitation services and managing facilities for both domestic and international flight operations at Quetta International Airport
To Manage a human resource of Airports Services staff deployed at Quetta International Airport
To provide operational support and human resource in managing and maintaining entire Operational Areas, Offices, Officer & Staff Messes and residential areas at Quetta International Airport
To lead a team of Officers, Superintendents and Supervisors to assure that all team members are fully trained, competent and equipped to perform the assigned tasks
Preparation of Airport Services Operations Manual, SOPs, OJTs, JDs and Work Instructions in accordance with ICAO standards for Quetta International Airport
To maintain statistical data of all operational activities status through data analysis and oversee all quality and service assurance issues
To control nonconforming products /services and take corrective/preventive actions for the mitigation
ACHIEVEMENTS:
Successfully managed the resumption of safe flight operations from Quetta International Airport while ensuring compliance of all international and national SOPs for Point of Entries during COVID 19 which was declared as public health emergency of international concern by WHO, almost NIL COVID 19 cases identified at other destinations departed from Quetta International Airport and ensured strict adherence to local SOPs of Rapid Antigen Test and Quarantine for arriving passengers.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR (CNS)

Pakistan Airports Authority

11.2011 - 10.2016

Responsible for overall management of Communication, Navigation & Surveillance (CNS) operations and resources at Quetta International Airport
To assist Project Management Unit (PMU) of Expansion & Renovation Project of Quetta International Airport in Planning and Designing for the Installation of Electronic & Telecommunication Equipment at Quetta International Airport.
To assist Project Management Unit (PMU) of Expansion & Renovation Project of Quetta International Airport in overseeing that the Electronics and Telecommunication Equipment/facilities specifications, designs and drawings provided by consultant are precise & meeting the user requirements and accurate implementation of the same by contractor.
To manage make shift arrangements and shifting / provisioning of Airport Electronic & Telecommunication facilities during execution of Expansion & Renovation of Passenger Terminal Building project at Quetta International Airport.
To ensure optimal level of services and minimum shutdown of facilities during execution of Expansion & Renovation of Passenger Terminal Building project at Quetta International Airport.
To plan, schedule & ensure compliance of preventive maintenance and manage corrective maintenance of Flight Information Display System, Automatic Fire Alarm System, Public Announcement System, EPABX, Telecommunication Network and VHF Mobile and Base stations etc installed in main Passenger Terminal Building in accordance with processes/procedures defined in CNS Engineering Manual, Civil Aviation Authority Orders, and SOPs.
To plan, schedule & ensure compliance of preventive maintenance and manage corrective maintenance of Navigational Aid, Communication and Electronic Equipment in accordance with processes/procedures defined in CNS Engineering Manual, Civil Aviation Authority Orders, and SOPs.
Being one of the users of joint user airfield at Quetta; coordinate with Pakistan Air force on regular basis to address matters of mutual interests, enhancement of communication facilities (security requirements) and to extend/provide & obtain services/support to & from PAF for optimum availability of almost all primary services /facilities at operational sites.
To work on new ideas/projects to achieve optimum utilization of recourses and to improve the efficiency of working by inducting advance technologies in business.
To assist management in continuous improvement and achieving organization’s goals.
To ensure smooth implementation of Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority Rules (CAARs), Civil Aviation Authority Orders (CAAOs), ICAO Standards and PCAA Technical orders.
To address Administrative, Security & Technical issues and formulation of business continuity plan for CNS section at Quetta International Airport.
Monitor & record performance of equipment with focus on preventive & predictive maintenance, perusal of daily checks / status and integrity assessment to ensure 24x7 serviceability of all CNS facilities at Quetta International Airport.
To maintain adequate resources and stock of critical spares / items for assuring optimal aviation services to stakeholders.
To coordinate with different PCAA directorates, clients and contractors.
To provide ground support for Flight Inspection of Navigational Aid equipment installed at Quetta Int’l Airport.
Ensure that optimal level of services will be provided in accordance with contract terms & conditions by contractors providing support/service & raise appropriate warranty claims of equipment under warranty.
To control and maintain record of technical documentation, official communication, equipment maintenance & check lists, inventory, store and fault events.
To carry out training need assessment of CNS personnel deputed at Quetta International Airport.
To supervise and give on job training to new inductees or officials posted at Quetta Int’l Airport.
To lead a team of Engineers, Superintendents and Supervisors and assure that all team members are fully trained, competent and equipped to perform the assigned tasks.
Preparation of Communication, Navigation and Surveillance Operations Manual, SOPs, OJTs, JDs and Work Instructions in accordance with ICAO standards for the station.
To maintain statistical data of all operational activities, serviceability & un-serviceability status through data analysis and oversee all quality and service assurance issues.
To control nonconforming products / services and take corrective / preventive actions for the mitigation.

SYSTEM ENGINEER

National Police Bureau

03.2010 - 11.2011

To assist Project Director in overseeing the planning, designing, development and implantation of Nationwide Integrated Trunking Radio System Project.
To assist Project Director in removing all bottlenecks in amicable manner for timeline completion of Project.
To continuously monitor the progress of the project and share daily, weekly and Monthly reports with Project Director.
To oversee all Quality & Service assurance issues and carry out optimization study.
To maintain statistical data of all project activities through data analysis.
Installation, Commissioning and Operation of Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA) project by M/s MOTOROLA in light of contract terms and conditions, including Installation & Commissioning of one Main Switching Office (MSO) i.e. Command Control Center and eight (08) MTS-4 Base Transceiver Station (BTS) sites in Karachi and Two (02) MTS-4 BTS sites in Quetta.
System Designing for installation of sites and their integration with Command Control Center and Designing of complete equipment site along with site selection, keeping in view the electrical & communication requirements and allied accessories.
To Coordinate with PTCL & NTC for media & colocation issues, Coordination with DIG, AIG & SP Telecommunication for fleet mapping, coverage issues, site selection, training of Police officials on new Radio Terminals and ensure satisfaction of Sindh & Balochistan Police (User) for the services and analyze the optimization of the system.
To coordinate with vendor & contractor for the provision of services in accordance with contract and implementation of contract clauses in true spirit.
To open case with vendor for addressing any un-serviceability of equipment under warranty.
To coordinate with Senior Police officers regarding coverage and performance issues.
To conduct Site Acceptance Test (SAT) / Provisional Acceptance Test (PAT) of Main Switching Office (MSO) and Base Transceiver Stations (BTS).
Drive test of the newly installed equipment.
Site surveys and Coverage Map analysis for the installation of new sites.
To Monitor & Troubleshoot Faults of core switch.
To work for continuous improvement of coverage, removal of black spots in coverage area and optimization of the system.
Programming of more than 6000 SEPURA radio sets (Hand Held and Vehicular sets).
User training of more than 1000 Police officials on hand held Radios.
To oversee all the issues of Network Management System (NMS), Dispatch Console, Voice logger and Moto locator and to open the case with vendor in case of any Major Problem.

Focal Person for Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit

Pakistan Airports Authority

10.2018 - Current

To Review of complaints having negative feedback on monthly basis.
To ensure compliance of the directions of Prime Minister’s Office for resolution and closure of citizens’ complaints in timely and professional manner.
To analyze trending complaints for policy intervention.
To ensure Zero Tolerance for escalation of a task or a complaint.

Education

MBA - Project Management

Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering And Management Sciences

Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan

04.2001 - 01.2008

Master of Science - Electronics Engineering

Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering And Management Sciences

Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan

04.2001 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering

Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering And Management Sciences

Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan

04.2001 - 01.2019

Skills

Team leadership

Contact Numbers

+92-81-4122490, +92-333-7925545

Training

ICAO Safety Management System Course, 02/01/25
ICAO Annex 14 Application and Requirements, 01/01/25
Basic Search & Rescue Course, 10/01/24
1 week Training on Audit Techniques, 09/01/24
1 week Training on Aeronautical Study and Safety Assessment, 09/01/24
National Workshop Balochistan – XII, 12/16/23
1 week Training on Aerodrome Safeguarding and Obstruction Limitation Surface, 02/01/23
1 week Training on Global Report Format for runway surface conditions, 11/01/21
Initial Dangerous Goods Oversight Course with OJT by COSCAP-South Asia, 04/01/19
ISO QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 9001:2015 AUDITOR / LEAD AUDITOR TRAINING, 01/01/18
3-days workshop on green sustainable airports project, 04/01/17
One day CPD course on Project Procurement and Contract Management, 09/01/16
ISO QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 9001:2008 AUDITOR/LEAD AUDITOR TRAINING, 06/01/16
One day CPD course on Design, Installation & Operation of Solar Energy System, 06/01/16
Two-day Advocacy workshop on International Health Regulation, 12/01/15
Threat Assessment and Risk Management by Civil Aviation Training Institute, 01/01/15
One week On Job Training on Selex DVOR and DME equipment, 04/01/15
One day CPD Course on Bidding documents by Pakistan Engineering Council, 12/01/14
One Day CPD Course on Total Quality Management by PEC, 08/01/14
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Safety Management System Course by Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority, 12/01/12
One Year Certified Professional Manager Course in Health Safety and Environment from Pakistan Institute of Modern Sciences (PIMS), 04/01/10
2 weeks Training on Terrestrial Trunk Radio by National Police Bureau (MoI), 04/01/10

Personal Information

Domicile: Balochistan
Date of Birth: 10/21/86

Certification

Certified Professional Manager in HSE

Timeline

MANAGER AIRSIDE

Pakistan Airports Authority

03.2024 - Current

TERMINAL MANAGER

Pakistan Airports Authority

04.2021 - 05.2024

Focal Person for Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit

Pakistan Airports Authority

10.2018 - Current

Team Leader Safety & Quality Management System

Pakistan Airports Authority

10.2016 - Current

DEPUTY DIRECTOR (CNS)

Pakistan Airports Authority

11.2011 - 10.2016

Certified Professional Manager in HSE

06-2011

SYSTEM ENGINEER

National Police Bureau

03.2010 - 11.2011

MBA - Project Management

Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering And Management Sciences

04.2001 - 01.2008

Master of Science - Electronics Engineering

Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering And Management Sciences

04.2001 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering

Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering And Management Sciences

04.2001 - 01.2019

MUHAMMAD SOHAIB

Summary

Overview

Work History

Team Leader Safety & Quality Management System

MANAGER AIRSIDE

TERMINAL MANAGER

DEPUTY DIRECTOR (CNS)

SYSTEM ENGINEER

Focal Person for Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit

Education

MBA - Project Management

Master of Science - Electronics Engineering

Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering

Skills

Contact Numbers

Training

Personal Information

Certification

Timeline

MANAGER AIRSIDE

TERMINAL MANAGER

Focal Person for Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit

Team Leader Safety & Quality Management System

DEPUTY DIRECTOR (CNS)

SYSTEM ENGINEER

MBA - Project Management

Master of Science - Electronics Engineering

Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering

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