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Certification
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Syed Muntazir Azhar Shah

Syed Muntazir Azhar Shah

Electronics Engineer
Lahore

Summary

Talented Deputy Director well-versed in grant writing, financial administration and program management. Adept at leading teams, building relationships and driving growth. Skilled in organizing projects, schedules and groups of paid and volunteer workers. Experienced Deputy Director eager to modernize function and advance key agendas. Offering 10 years of leadership experience at the field level. Skilled problem-solver, planner and change-manager. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
10
10
Certifications

Work History

Deputy Director

Pakistan Armed Services Board
Lahore
02.2021 - Current
  • Contributed to short- and long-term strategic planning and identified potential new markets, lines of business and funding opportunities.
  • Delivered data outcomes to internal and external staff to drive continuous improvement and client engagement.
  • Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
  • Led teams of up to 35 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
  • Trained and developed department leaders and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
  • Liaised between organization and affiliates and managed networking relationships with funders, partners and vendors.
  • Negotiated and administered vendor contracts in strict compliance with corporate policy and procedures.
  • Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
  • Provided strategic analysis for manufacturing life cycles, technologies, process validations, and robustness.
  • Supported continuous process and performance improvement for manufacturing issues, robustness and compliance.
  • Engaged analytical subject matter experts outside project teams to drive troubleshooting of critical process-related deviations and enhance process improvements.

Workshop Manager

Pakistan Navy
Karachi
03.2017 - 05.2020
  • Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
  • Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
  • Updated policies to reflect changing demands and improve performance, quality and efficiency of workshop operations.
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and developed plans to correct problems.
  • Scheduled maintenance and repair projects to maintain optimal performance of all equipment and systems.
  • Spearheaded fundraising efforts to support social and community service initiatives.
  • Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
  • Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
  • Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.
  • Utilized grant writing skills to secure additional program funding.
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
  • Analyzed trends and data to inform decision-making and program development.
  • Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
  • Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
  • Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve program outcomes.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
  • Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.

Assistant Workshop Manager

Pakistan Navy
Karachi
01.2012 - 12.2014
  • Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
  • Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
  • Scheduled maintenance and repair projects to maintain optimal performance of all equipment and systems.
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and developed plans to correct problems.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.

Electronics Engineer

Pakistan Navy
Karachi
12.2008 - 12.2014
  • Utilized soldering iron to adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components.
  • Authored technical manuals in MS Word and assembly drawings in MS Visio for various products.
  • Evaluated operational systems and recommended design modifications to eliminate causes of malfunctions or changes in system requirements.
  • Carried out surveys to determine condition of existing systems and made recommendations for further improvement.
  • Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings and engineering instructions to properly assemble electronics units.
  • Repaired printed circuit boards or subassemblies by replacing electronic and or mechanical components in correct orientation.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
  • Conducted in-depth defect analysis for completed assemblies and components to root cause level.
  • Planned or developed applications or modifications for electronic properties used in components, products or systems to improve technical performance.
  • Led product testing, failure investigations and corrective action planning.
  • Developed adaptive systems that flex to meet wide range of requests.
  • Created and strengthened testing procedures to enhance quality controls.

Cadet Engineer

Pakistan navy
Karachi
08.2003 - 06.2005
  • ecting traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
  • Conducted ship checks, climbing narrow ladders and entering confined spaces to perform duties.
  • Logged and filed repair work through electronic work order system.
  • Troubleshot mechanical failures aboard vessels in-harbor and on water.
  • Performed preventive maintenance procedures on vessels.
  • Operated hand and power tools associated with marine engine and equipment repair.
  • Performed thorough, accurate and efficient repairs and preventive maintenance.
  • Established and maintained preventive maintenance program for marine engines and related marine research equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies

National University of Science And Technology
Islamabad
06.2004 - 09.2008

Master of Business Studies - Business Management

Virtual University of Pakistan
Lahore
03.2012 - 09.2015

Skills

    Strategic leadership

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Accomplishments

Certificate of Merit by Chief of Naval Staff 2013

(Awarded certificate of merit on winning the year of training award for best Civil Work Force)

Gold Medalist in Pakistan Navy Nautical Competition 2005 & 2007

Certification

Problem Solving and Decision Making 2016

Interests

Sailing

Power Gliding

Administration

Timeline

Deputy Director

Pakistan Armed Services Board
02.2021 - Current

Workshop Manager

Pakistan Navy
03.2017 - 05.2020

Problem Solving and Decision Making 2016

01-2016

Master of Business Studies - Business Management

Virtual University of Pakistan
03.2012 - 09.2015

Assistant Workshop Manager

Pakistan Navy
01.2012 - 12.2014

Electronics Engineer

Pakistan Navy
12.2008 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies

National University of Science And Technology
06.2004 - 09.2008

Cadet Engineer

Pakistan navy
08.2003 - 06.2005
Syed Muntazir Azhar ShahElectronics Engineer