Sr. Section Engineer (Locomotive trip shed In-charge) | Indian Railways | Mumbai Central
- Spearheaded implementation of a first-of-its-kind vision-based AI-based pilot project for predictive maintenance of locomotives at shopfloor, reducing inspection times and enhancing operational reliability.
- Led the end-to-end development and deployment of a pioneering ₹3Cr+ Locomotive Inspection System (LIS), driving a 30% boost in maintenance efficiency while cutting manpower needs by 35%, through efficient management of senior internal and external stakeholders.
- Led a team of 40+ employees, managing 24/7 operations for preventive and curative maintenance of electric locomotives, optimizing performance and team efficiency. Increased monthly locomotive inspections by 15% through strategic process improvements and workflow optimizations.
- Secured ISO 14001, 9001, and 45001 certifications within the first year of taking charge, by rigorously enforcing compliance with documentation standards, sustainability practices, and advanced safety protocols, significantly improving operational excellence and worker safety.
- Engaged in disaster management during major crises, including the COVID-19 lockdown, Cyclone Nisarga, Biparjoy, and Mumbai floods, by collaborating with district and state administration and ensuring uninterrupted train operations by delivering fit-to-run locomotives within a 2-hour notice, showcasing exceptional crisis management.
- Achieved zero avoidable failures and minimized disciplinary incidents, demonstrating exceptional leadership and operational control under pressure
Sr. Section Engineer (Shift In-charge) | Indian Railways | Mumbai Central
- Managed the repair, maintenance, and overhaul of approximately 10 electric locomotives daily, leading a team of 10 to ensure safety, reliability, and punctuality for trains serving around 10,000 passengers per day. Proactively prevented delays and safeguarded passenger safety by maintaining zero avoidable failures, directly impacting on-time performance.
- Achieved a historic reduction in failure rates by 30% in 4 years, implementing rigorous task management and supervision. Led knowledge transfer and technical mentoring initiatives, upskilling team members, which resulted in a 50% reduction in late departures and a near elimination of operational delays.
- Directed disciplinary inquiries and optimized workforce allocation, ensuring accountability and alignment with operational goals. This strategic management approach helped minimize safety risks and maintain seamless operations.