RASHID AL ARAIMI

[email protected] +968 9531 5531 Muscat, Oman
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rashid-alarimi-41118693

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished Facility Management and Administration Executive with more than 15 years of experience leading large scale operations across complex industrial, corporate, and utility environments. Demonstrates deep expertise in end to end facility operations, contract management, vendor negotiations, preventive maintenance, cost optimization, and regulatory compliance. Possesses advanced capability in SAP, Oracle, HRMS, Maximo, CMMS platforms, and ERP systems ensuring efficient asset management and strict alignment with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards. Proven success in managing VVIP and high-profile events, fleet operations, building maintenance programs, and multimillion-dollar upgrade projects. Recognized for improving operational efficiency, elevating service quality, strengthening compliance frameworks, and driving measurable business value.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Facility Management Specialist
06/2023 - Present
OQ8 , Duqm, Oman
Duqm, Oman | June 2023 – Present
As the Facility Management Specialist for OQ8, I oversee comprehensive operational, administrative, and strategic FM activities across corporate and industrial facilities. My role includes managing contracts, ensuring service quality, improving maintenance processes, and enhancing operational efficiency through structured planning and systems integration.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all facility administration functions, ensuring continuous support for office buildings, operational areas, and support zones.
Manage all building maintenance activities, conducting inspections, identifying root causes, and coordinating corrective work.
Develop and implement Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedules to reduce equipment failure and extend asset lifespan.
Lead contract management for catering, cleaning, travel, fleet, and facility services, ensuring the highest service standards.
Issue Purchase Orders (POs), verify service completion, process invoices, and track payments to ensure timely clearance.
Manage fleet operations, including company cars and buses, driver allocation, maintenance cycles, and compliance controls.
Coordinate local and international travel, hotel bookings, and transportation for employees and visitors.
Plan, coordinate, and execute corporate events, board visits, delegations, trainings, and public facing engagements.
Ensure strict adherence to HSE, ISO, and organizational policies, applying proactive risk mitigation strategies.
Accomplishments
Streamlined FM operations by redesigning workflows, resulting in a 15% improvement in overall departmental efficiency.
Implemented a comprehensive Preventive Maintenance Program across major building assets, reducing reactive breakdowns by 20%.
Optimized vendor contracts, securing cost savings exceeding USD 15,000 annually without affecting service quality.
Led capital improvement projects, including HVAC upgrades, delivering completion 10–15% under budget.
Introduced a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), improving work order responsiveness by 25%.
Achieved 100% compliance in safety and environmental audits through rigorous monitoring and documentation.
Improved procurement and service-response cycles by 25% through centralizing vendor performance tracking.
Conducted detailed risk assessments on mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems to maintain high reliability.
Enhanced energy efficiency across assigned facilities, generating annual utility savings exceeding USD 10,000
Senior Administration Coordinator
01/2016 - 06/2023
OMIFCO , Sur, Oman
Served as the key focal point supporting multi-departmental administrative operations, contract management, employee logistics, facility upkeep, and organizational communication functions.
Key Responsibilities
Managed administration, procurement, contracts, transportation, communications, and facility services for multiple departments.
Prepared and finalized Scope of Work for various projects and service requirements.
Developed tender strategies, floated RFPs, evaluated proposals, and participated in the Tender Committee.
Prepared annual departmental budgets, monitored expenditures, and ensured cost control.
Oversaw company assets, rented buildings, maintenance plans, and workplace quality standards.
Managed major service providers, including courier, communication, refreshments, stationery, and club services.
Coordinated employee travel, hotel bookings, ticketing, and transportation logistics.
Led major events, conferences, and corporate programs, ensuring smooth logistical execution.
Strengthened public relations, vendor communication, and interdepartmental workflows.
Directed fleet management operations, including preventive maintenance and cost tracking.
Accomplishments
Improved administrative efficiency by 20–25% through workflow restructuring and digitalization of manual processes.
Introduced a new vendor management framework, reducing supply costs by USD 10,000 annually.
Coordinated more than 50 international and domestic trips per year with 100% schedule accuracy.
Digitized record-keeping, increasing document retrieval efficiency by 30%.
Executed more than 15 corporate events, including board meetings and training programs, with a satisfaction rate above 95%.
Achieved significant savings through cost optimization initiatives across departmental services.
Ensured high-quality facility upkeep, enhancing employee satisfaction and workplace safety
Field Operator
01/2013 - 01/2016
OMIFCO , Sur, Oman
Played a technical and operational role in managing utilities and offsite plant systems, ensuring continuous operational integrity within high-demand industrial environments.
Operational Responsibilities
Operated and monitored Boiler Units, BFW Systems, Gas Turbine Units, RO Desalination Plants, Electro-Chlorination Units, and other critical systems.
Maintained safe operation of the Ammonia Storage Unit, ensuring optimal conditions for daily throughput.
Oversaw Nitrogen Production Unit, ensuring continuous uptime for downstream production.
Managed seawater intake systems crucial for plant cooling operations.
Conducted regular inspections, system adjustments, troubleshooting, and equipment diagnostics.
Performed SCADA monitoring, calibration tasks, and safety compliance verifications.
Ensured smooth ammonia loading and transfer operations through strict monitoring of loading arms.
Achievements
Achieved 98–99.8% uptime across all assigned units by maintaining strict operational discipline.
Reduced overall downtime by 15% annually through enhanced preventive maintenance activities.
Improved process consistency by 8% through SCADA optimization and calibration accuracy.
Maintained zero safety incidents for 12 consecutive months, adhering to HSE policies.
Decreased material waste by 10% through process standardization and checklist implementation.
Responded to technical breakdowns and restored functionality within 4 hours, surpassing SLA benchmarks by 25%.
OJT Field Operator
01/2011 - 01/2013
IFFCO India & OMIFCO , India & Oman
Primary Responsibilities
Operated multiple high-capacity units across Utilities & Offsite (U&O) plants during a 1.5 year technical training program.
Managed operation of pumps, compressors, boiler systems, cooling towers, and mechanical control systems.
Participated in daily operational meetings, safety toolbox talks, and system performance reviews.
Assisted in troubleshooting major equipment issues and conducting shutdown/startup procedures.
Major Contributions
Achieved 99.8% uptime, exceeding production and utility availability targets.
Reduced raw material waste by 10%, resulting in USD 25,000 annual savings.
Improved product quality and reduced rejection rates by 20% by implementing ISO/GSO-compliant QA protocols.
Reduced unplanned downtime by 30% through proactive maintenance and structured inspections.
Updated and standardized SOPs for chemical handling, improving safety compliance by 5%

EDUCATION

MSc, International Business Management
09/2022 - 05/2024
Muscat University (in collaboration with Cranfield University, UK)
Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature
01/2006 - 01/2011
Rustaq College of Applied Sciences, Oman

SKILLS

Technical Skills: • SAP, Oracle, HRMS, Maximo • MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint • CMMS & ERP Maintenance Systems • IT Troubleshooting & Software Installation
Soft Skills: • Strong Communication • Teamwork & Collaboration • Time Management • Problem Solving • Multi-tasking • Presentation & Reporting • Flexibility & Pressure Handling

PROJECTS

OQ8 Inauguration Ceremony
A key member of the Task Force responsible for planning and executing the full protocol for the high-profile inauguration ceremony attended by multiple VVIP Royal Guests and dignitaries. Coordinated logistics, security routing, hospitality arrangements, and FM support to ensure seamless delivery of a nationally significant event.
Head Office Modification Project
Led the complete modernization of OQ8’s Head Office infrastructure. Applied PMI/PMP methodologies to support scope development, risk assessments, timeline creation, QA/QC frameworks, and resource allocation. Delivered the project 100% on schedule, enhancing operational efficiency and improving workspace sustainability.
HVAC System Redesign
Oversaw full redesign and upgrade of the HVAC system, including load analysis, vendor management, installation supervision, and preventive maintenance planning. Achieved improved system reliability and projected 15% reduction in downtime through proactive maintenance execution.

CERTIFICATIONS

H2S
Defensive Driving
ISO 9001/14001/45001 Auditor
PMP
FMP
SFP

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