Abdallah Ghazali
Crane Installation Engineer
Aqaba
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with specialized experience in overhead cranes, covering installation, mechanical assembly, commissioning, and maintenance within heavy industrial environments. Skilled in supervising full project cycles—from equipment receipt and alignment work to functional testing and final hand-over. Known for a strong safety-first mindset, hands-on problem-solving ability, and effective communication with operations teams. Brings practical field expertise and a disciplined engineering approach to support crane projects and steel structure operations.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Overhead Cranes Maintenance Engineer
Orbit Aluminum Industries
2024 - Current
- Supervised the complete installation, commissioning, and hand-over of 10 overhead cranes, including:
• 40/10-ton Double-Girder Crane (main + auxiliary hoist)
• 32/5-ton Double-Girder Crane
• 7 × 16-ton Double-Girder Cranes
• 10-ton Single-Girder Crane
(Full scope: runway rail installation, girder lifting/rigging, hoist & trolley assembly, busbar installation, limit switch setup, function testing, and full-load performance verification.) - Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on hoists, trolleys, brakes, gearboxes, motors, wire ropes, wheels, overload protection, limit switches, and control systems for both hot and cold rolling mill operations.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues, executed adjustments, restored crane availability, and coordinated with operations to reduce downtime.
- Delivered structured operator training covering safe lifting, rigging basics, hand signals, daily inspections, and emergency procedures. Developed checklists, SOPs, and competency assessments.
- Applied a strict safety-first approach, ensuring all lifting and installation activities complied with internal procedures and international standards (ASME B30 series).
Overhead Cranes Maintenance Engineer
Egyptalum
2018 - 2024
- Led the comprehensive maintenance of 27 multifunctional overhead cranes supporting continuous operations in aluminum smelting and heavy industrial environments.
- Supervised maintenance activities for 12 cathode-holder cranes (125 tons) and 12 auxiliary cranes (15 tons), ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient performance under demanding operational conditions.
- Performed detailed diagnostics and root-cause failure analysis on mechanical and electrical crane systems, implementing corrective actions that restored functionality and prevented recurring failures.
- Developed and executed structured preventive maintenance programs, achieving significant reductions in downtime and extending equipment service life.
- Managed spare parts procurement, including preparing technical specifications, tenders, vendor evaluations, and cost analysis to support maintenance planning.
- Ensured strict adherence to safety procedures, LOTO protocols, and operational standards during maintenance and lifting-related activities.
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Egyptian Iron& Steel Co.
2015 - 2018
- Managed the operation and maintenance of 10+ industrial water pump stations, ensuring continuous water supply for blast furnace operations.
- Supervised the industrial water treatment facility, including sand filters, press filters, settling units, and multiple centrifugal pump systems to maintain required water quality.
- Led a maintenance team of 50+ technicians, assigning tasks, monitoring work performance, and ensuring strict compliance with safety regulations and work procedures.
- Performed root cause analysis on recurring mechanical failures and implemented corrective actions that significantly improved equipment reliability.
- Developed and executed preventive maintenance programs, reducing unplanned downtime and extending the service life of pumps, valves, and rotating equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
Assiut University 04.2001 -
Skills
Equipment maintenance and repair
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
04.2001 -
Overhead Cranes Maintenance Engineer
Orbit Aluminum Industries
2024 - Current
Overhead Cranes Maintenance Engineer
Egyptalum
2018 - 2024
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Egyptian Iron& Steel Co.
2015 - 2018