Vijai Ramnanansingh
Freeport
Summary
Adaptable Manager offering 20+ years of experience coordinating operations to achieve organizational goals.
Reliable Manager demonstrating a high level of ownership and initiative, possessing exceptional work ethic, and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations.
Decisive leader with good planning and organizational skills.
Successful in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments to manage goals and team development.
History of thriving in team-oriented environments. Hardworking and motivated professional with several years of experience and a record of success in various departments.
Solid history, balancing team performance, customer service targets, and business objectives. Dedicated to working closely with employees to maximize productivity and optimize procedures.
Committed to driving improvements through innovation and leadership.
Results-driven Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational improvement. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless project execution and team cohesion.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager - Transmission Maintenance
Trinidad & Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC)
12.2021 - Current
- Responsible for managing the Transmission network throughout Trinidad & Tobago at transmission and sub transmission voltages of 220kV, 132kV, 66kV, and 33kV in accordance with all applicable standards and best practices.
- Responsible for development of annual capital and recurrent budget for the department, with a staff in excess of 100 employees.
- Responsible for managing HSE culture in the department, in keeping with the company's standards and best practice.
- Responsible for upgrading the Transmission network to ensure adequacy and future load growth and demands.
- Responsible for the development and coaching of employees at all levels of subordinate staff.
- Chairman of the Commission's Vehicle Committee.
- Chairman of the Committee established for the Commission Wide Security Plan.
- Chairman of the Commission's Fixed Prices Committee.
- Technical Representative - PDAC - March to August 2024
Assistant Area Manager - Northern Distribution and Southern Areas
Trinidad & Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC)
02.2012 - 03.2020
- Responsible for the design, implementation, and project management of Civil, HV, and LV Distribution projects.
- Major Projects - Master Substation 6.6kV redesign and re-engineering, San Juan, Diego Martin, St. James, Gateway Substations reconstruction.
- Managing all distribution operations and maintenance operations in a cost-effective manner using in-house or contracted resources.
- Responsible for overseeing the daily administrative functions of the Operations & Maintenance Section within Distribution North.
- Oversaw the development and execution of civil/electrical upgrade projects to enhance the operation of the City.
- Responsible as the Management representative for the implementation of the ISO 9001 QMS at the Northern Distribution Area.
Operations/Utilization Engineer - Central Area
Trinidad & Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC)
01.2005 - 02.2012
- Worked as the Emergency, Overhead LIne Maintenance, Substation and Utilization Engineer at the Central Distribution Area
- Investigated root causes for operation issues and developed appropriate corrective actions.
- Oversaw field installations of various overhead line and substation projects to meet deadlines.
- Performed HV Voltage switching throughout the Central Area on the Commission's 132kV, 66kV, and 12kV network.
- Responded to customers' requests for supply in a timely and efficient manner, consistent with the RIC's timelines and Capital Contribution Policy.
Part Time Lecturer - Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technician Programme - Level 1
Institute of Tertiary Tutors
San Fernando
09.2003 - 12.2005
- Lecturing the syllabus of the City & Guilds EEET Programme - Level 1 in the areas of Electronics, Electrical Power Systems, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science and Technical Drawing
- Displayed, coordinated and assessed all practical sessions involving the aforementioned areas.
- Provided guidance to students on course selection, career planning, and other educational matters.
Lecturer - Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technician Programme - Levels 1 & 2
Trinizuela Technical & Vocational School
San Fernando
09.2002 - 05.2003
- Lecturing the syllabus of the City & Guilds EEET Programme - Levels 1 & 2 in the areas of Advanced Electronics and Advanced Electrical Power Systems as well as the areas mentioned above
- Displayed, coordinated and assessed all practical sessions involving the aforementioned areas.
Electrical Engineer - Engineering Services Department
Carlisle Tire & Rubber Limited
Point Fortin
10.2002 - 02.2003
- Responsible for maintenance of HV/LV plant and equipment, AC, DC Motors and implementation of AC/DC electrical drive systems.
Energy Aide
Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries Operations Department
San Fernando
06.2001 - 08.2001
- Responsible for the development of an 'Incident Management System' for incident tracking, reporting and investigation.
Undergraduate Trainee - Electrical Department, OSS
Petroleum Company of Trinidad and Tobago Limited
Santa Flora
06.2000
- Training and understanding of HV voltage plant and equipment
- Performed a Protection Coordination Study on the Santa Flora Distribution System.
Education
MBA - General
University of Bedfordshire
CTS College Trinidad & Tobago11-2024
Advanced Management Certificate in Management Studies -
Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business
04-2021
Six (6) week programme in the Design, Construction and Operation of EHV Substations -
REC Institute of Power Management & Training
Hyderbad, India08-2019
BSc Electrical & Computer Engineering - First Class Honours -
University of the West Indies, St. Augustine
01.2002
GCE Advanced Level -
Presentation College, San Fernando
01.1999
CXC Ordinary Level -
Palo Seco Secondary School
01.1997
Skills
- Efficient knowledge in the design, implementation and managing of overhead lines and substation projects with strict adherence to HSE, tendering, procurement procedures and standards
- Proficient knowledge of the Commission's Policies and Practices, Strategic Plan, HSE Policies, ISO Procedures and other Procurement requirements
- Ability to manage, schedule and execute plant & equipment maintenance as per annual maintenance programmes including the procurement of all requisite materials
- Ability to manage system problems and provide troubleshooting under time constrained high stressed conditions
- Capable of managing human resources (internal and external) to ensure maximum productivity is achieved at all times
- Experience in developing internal systems & procedures to ensure proper document control is achieved in accordance with internal audit procedures
- Ability to work effectively in teams to manage projects that multi-disciplined in nature
- Ability to lead and manage teams that are involved in company's extra-curricular and cultural events to ensure success
- Ability to manage Contracts/Projects to ensure project deliverables on time, within cost and high quality
- Ability to manage a workforce to ensure success and achievement of Key Performance Indicators
- Ability to meet and engage Recognized Majority Unions in various meeting including disciplinary matters
Hobbies and Interests
Reading, cycling, corresponding, listening to music, table tennis.
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Manager - Transmission Maintenance
Trinidad & Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC)
12.2021 - Current
Assistant Area Manager - Northern Distribution and Southern Areas
Trinidad & Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC)
02.2012 - 03.2020
Operations/Utilization Engineer - Central Area
Trinidad & Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC)
01.2005 - 02.2012
Part Time Lecturer - Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technician Programme - Level 1
Institute of Tertiary Tutors
09.2003 - 12.2005
Electrical Engineer - Engineering Services Department
Carlisle Tire & Rubber Limited
10.2002 - 02.2003
Lecturer - Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technician Programme - Levels 1 & 2
Trinizuela Technical & Vocational School
09.2002 - 05.2003
Energy Aide
Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries Operations Department
06.2001 - 08.2001
Undergraduate Trainee - Electrical Department, OSS
Petroleum Company of Trinidad and Tobago Limited
06.2000
MBA - General
University of Bedfordshire
Advanced Management Certificate in Management Studies -
Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business
Six (6) week programme in the Design, Construction and Operation of EHV Substations -
REC Institute of Power Management & Training
BSc Electrical & Computer Engineering - First Class Honours -
University of the West Indies, St. Augustine
GCE Advanced Level -
Presentation College, San Fernando
CXC Ordinary Level -
Palo Seco Secondary School
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