Overview
Work History
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Sohail Hanif

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive HR Manager

Pakistan Air Force
Pakistan
11.2017 - 07.2022
  • As a Commanding Officer, Senior Staff Officer, a Team Leader and Executive Manager, I have simultaneously managed and administered large volume of Human [1000+] and Machine Resource including manpower [engineers, maintenance / administrative and security personnel], Automated Military Radar Systems [10+], Mechanical Transport [65+ vehicles], Power Generators [100+], Ground Based Communication Equipment [more than 50 UHF/VHF/HF/Radio Relays] and weapons
  • Supervised Site Acceptance Tests and induction of newly acquired Radars [ATCR-33S /TPS-77MRR] and Radio Systems [including generation of Post Acceptance Reports]
  • Developed disaster and recovery strategy to protect the resources from hazardous weather conditions and terrorist attacks
  • Planned task related to HR and equipment deployment, disseminated directives and monitored work progress
  • Supervised employees training by training managers to coach and discipline employees
  • Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.

Contract Manager /Coordinator

Pakistan Air Force, Air Headquarters
Islamabad
05.2010 - 11.2011
  • Worked at Directorate of Ops Projects at Air Headquarters, Islamabad as Assistant Director Air Defence and Air Traffic Control Radars
  • Oversaw procurement process of multimillion-dollar equipment [Radars & SAMs], FAT, SAT and induction of Air Traffic Control & Precision Approach Radars from foreign vendors
  • Simultaneously managed multiple contracts [with SELEX Sistemi Integrati, MBDA and Lockheed Martin] while, meeting tight deadlines
  • Resolved contractual disputes with OEM regarding equipment performance and minimizing potential risks of financial losses to the organization
  • Developed relationships with clients and vendors fostering mutually beneficial partnerships
  • Coordinated regular contract reviews to identify areas for improvement or renegotiation opportunities
  • Implemented best practices in contract management processes to ensure consistency across all departments.

Senior Security Manager

Pakistan Air Force
Pakistan
10.2007 - 04.2010
  • As a Senior Security Manager oversaw preparation and implementation of multi-layered Physical Security Plans for local and remote operational sites of Pakistan Air Force [incl manpower, equipment and infrastructure deployed in desert, mountains and coastal areas]
  • Conducted audits and inspections to assess, identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities
  • Implemented security indoctrination training to educate personnel about threat environment, origin and security policies / plans for crisis response
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills in the face of high-pressure situations, providing clear direction to team members during crisis response efforts
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams and local law enforcement agencies leading to potential risk reduction and improved collaboration during emergency situations response.

Timeline

Executive HR Manager

Pakistan Air Force
11.2017 - 07.2022

Contract Manager /Coordinator

Pakistan Air Force, Air Headquarters
05.2010 - 11.2011

Senior Security Manager

Pakistan Air Force
10.2007 - 04.2010
Sohail Hanif