Naveen Joy

Experience

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  Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB)

  Aug 2010 - Aug 2011

  Assistant Engineer

  • Testing of relays (E/F & O/C Relays, Static Relays and Microprocessor Relays.• Testing of Transformers, CT, PT, CB etc.• Maintenance of Power Transformers up to 160 MVA.• Maintenance of 220 KV, 110 KV and 11 KV equipment such as Breakers, Isolators etc.• Routine checking of various relays such as Distance Relay, Differential Relay, Buchholz Relay etc.• Monitoring of Power Flow status.• Routine testing and Maintenance of Battery and Battery Charger.• Issuing permit to work on feeders to responsible person etc. Show less

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  YASH HIGH VOLTAGE INSULATORS PVT. LTD.

  Aug 2013 - Aug 2014

  Electrical Engineer

  • Assisted in the production and testing of electrical bushings and transformers.• Conducted root cause analysis of equipment failures, providing corrective action and maintenance solutions.

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  Master Fire Safety

  Mar 2015 - Aug 2016

  Electrical Engineer / Estimation & Design Engineer

  • Study/Review of scope of work, drawings, BOQ, specifications, client’s requirements etc. from the tender documents for proper estimating works.• Preparation of BOQ, Quotations, Pricing and Technical Submittals of full Fire Fighting System, Fire Alarm System, Emergency/Exit Light System and Fire Suppression System.• Follow up with the Supplier/Sub-Contractor to obtain quotation in time, clarify to all their queries and meetings with the supplier/sub-contractor when required.• Technical evaluation of supplier/sub-contractor quotation as per tender requirements.• Pricing materials and labor cost of each BOQ item in the price comparison sheets, by using the quotations and a pre-determined manpower production rates.• Check all the addendums and communications received from the client, ensuring that all the items are being clarified and considered in the pricing.• Design of Fire Fighting System such as Sprinklers, Fire Hose Reel, Fire Pump, Fire Extinguishers etc. and Fire Alarm Devices such as Smoke, Heat and Void Detectors, Manual Call Point, Sounder, Fire Alarm Control Panel based on drawing according to NFPA Standards.• Design of Emergency and Exit Lighting System.• Design of Fire Suppression System such as FM-200, Foam Suppression System etc. Show less

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  Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA)

  Oct 2016 - now

  • Led the design, installation, testing and commissioning of Fire Protection Systems for SEWA facilities, including 220 kV, 132 kV, and 33 kV Substations, SEWA Offices, Water Pumping Stations, RO Plants, and Gas PRS.• Developed, updated, and managed Project Specifications and Tender Documents for Fire Protection System Installation projects, coordinating with SEWA’s Purchase Department.• Created and annually updated SEWA Fire Protection Specifications, Scope of Work, and Vendor List to incorporate new technologies aligned with SEWA’s evolving standards.• Conducted site visits to evaluate existing systems, document technical requirements, and recommend solutions.• Coordinated with SEWA’s Tendering and Purchasing Departments to ensure accurate technical specifications during the tendering process.• Reviewed technical submittals, drawings, and project documents from contractors, providing feedback for compliance with SEWA standards.• Led weekly project progress meetings, tracked project status using various monitoring tools, and prepared reports for senior management.• Managed project invoicing, reviewing and approving progress invoices in line with the agreed-upon timelines and budgets.• Delivered bi-weekly project updates and monthly presentations to SEWA’s senior management and Project Management Office (PMO).Key Projects Handled:• Design, Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of Fire Protection Systems for over 30 new SEWA Substations (e.g., Al Jada, Mamsha, Airport, Masaar Substations etc.).• Handled the installation of Fire Protection Systems for 98 existing SEWA 33/11 kV Substations, 21 SEWA 220 & 132 kV Substations, and 31 SEWA Offices.• Spearheaded the Fire Protection System design and installation for 12 Water Pumping Stations/RO Plants and 3 Gas PRS sites.• Contributed to the implementation of OH & IMS (BSI 2016), earning the BRAVO Card for excellence in compliance and safety management. Show less • Managed the maintenance of Fire Protection Systems across 224 sites, including substations, offices, pumping stations, and gas PRS, covering all areas of Sharjah including Khorfakhan & Kalba.• Conducted routine inspections and prepared maintenance reports to ensure compliance with SEWA’s Fire Protection System standards.• Provided technical support to various SEWA departments to maintain uniform Fire Protection System standards across facilities.• Developed quarterly inspection schedules and reviewed inspection and rectification reports, ensuring all work was aligned with SEWA’s guidelines.• Standardized departmental procedures by creating forms, checklists, and process flow charts, improving operational efficiency.• Developed, Monitored and submitted Balanced Scorecard (BSC) KPI reports, SWOT analysis, and Operational Plans to the SEWA Strategy Team.• Coordinated with the SEWA Audit Department, submitting necessary reports for continuous improvement.• Managed 24/7 emergency response to fire protection system failures, ensuring rapid resolution of issues. Show less

  • Project Manager / Operations & Technical Head

    Oct 2016 - now

  • Head of Technical Operations

    Oct 2016 - now