Zahirul Islam
Al Karak
Summary
Results-driven professional seeking a challenging role that fosters growth and career advancement, leveraging a proven track record of success in the oil and gas, marine, and power industries. Expertise in four-stroke reciprocating engine maintenance and overhaul, combined with a strong aptitude for navigating complex challenges. Recognized for adaptability, creativity, and a proactive problem-solving approach that consistently delivers results. Committed to making meaningful contributions that align with and advance organizational objectives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Wartsila Gulf FZE
08.2025 - Current
- Responsible for overseeing mechanical maintenance at a 50MW power plant in Jordan.
- Additionally serving as a technical expert for a 40MW power plant in Yemen,
- Collaborate closely with the maintenance planner to ensure the safe execution of all activities.
- Develop and schedule preventive maintenance programs.
- Execute contract management procedures and general management practices in a manner that prioritizes safety and cost efficiency.
- Optimize utilization of company resources effectively.
- Identify and implement improvements aimed at reducing costs, enhancing task completion efficiency, maximizing available time, and ensuring individual team member safety.
- Prepare inspection and service reports within specified timelines in accordance with contractual requirements.
- Lead the team by assigning, supervising, and managing tasks and job orders.
- Take responsibility for troubleshooting and conducting maintenance activities.
- Ensure adherence to safe working practices at all times.
- Maintain zero breakdown incidents attributable to maintenance negligence.
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Wartsila Bangladesh Ltd
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Oversee and coordinate operation and maintenance activities within the plant.
- Ensure that plant performance targets are achieved in accordance with contractual obligations within the designated area of responsibility.
- Continuously monitor the condition of plant equipment, materials, parts, and tools; ensure their upkeep aligns with established guidelines and policies, implementing corrective measures as necessary.
- Guarantee that all work performed at the plant complies with Wartsila’s Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental standards as well as customer site procedures.
- Conduct thorough inspections of completed work to verify that repairs meet required specifications and safety standards for machinery and equipment.
- Deliver training to new employees on maintenance procedures and standards.
- Effectively prioritize and allocate tasks to optimize team resources, ensuring adherence to work schedules and achievement of targets.
- Maintain comprehensive records of all operation and maintenance activities in accordance with prescribed guidelines.
Service Technician
Cummins Middle East
08.2012 - 11.2018
- Company Overview: Cummins Middle East is a unit of CUMMINS, a global power leader. A corporation consisting of complementary business units designs, manufactures, distributes, and services engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions, and power generation systems. Headquarters in Columbus, Indiana, USA.
- Overhauling and servicing various models of Cummins engines and their auxiliary equipment.
- Adhere to all maintenance procedures, instructions, and discharge responsibilities that pertain to ISO standards for the environment, Quality Management System, and Occupational Health and Safety Management System.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
Maintenance Engineer
Covanta Bangladesh operating ltd
06.2008 - 06.2012
- Performing the necessary repairs and maintenance on the Wartsila 18V46GD Dual Fuel engine and its related parts such as the cylinder head, liner, piston, cooler, charge air filter, separator, lube oil filter, and fuel filter.
- Organized and directed maintenance shutdowns and startups.
- Diagnosed and resolved machine operation variations and equipment problems.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Asst. Engineer
Wartsila Bangladesh Ltd
03.2006 - 06.2008
- Repairing, overhauling, and servicing the Wartsila 18V32LN Diesel engine and its accessories like the cylinder head, liner, piston, cooler, charge air filter, separator, lube oil filter, fuel filter, distributor, turbo charger, lube oil pump, water pump, and others.
Mechanical Fitter
Keppel Shipyard
02.2004 - 06.2006
- Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of diesel engines , turbo chargers and pumps .
Education
Diploma in Engineering - Marine
Bangladesh Institute of Marine Technology
Bangladesh09.2003
Secondary School - Science
Dhaka Educational Board
Bangladesh01.1999
Skills
- Generator maintenance
- Technical troubleshooting
- Spare parts management
- Technical reporting
- Safety monitoring
- First aid and CPR
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Continuous improvement
- Root-cause analysis
- Cost estimation
- Technical leadership
Language Proficiency
Bangla: Reading - Native, Writing - Native, Speaking - Native
English: Reading - Upper Intermediate, Writing - Upper Intermediate, Speaking - Upper Intermediate
Training
- Heart Saver First Aid & AED, Jebel Ali International Hospital, United Arab Emirates, Dubai, 2018, Duration: 8 Hours
- Basic First Aid Training, Bangladesh Red Crescent Society, Bangladesh, Dhaka, 2009, Duration: 3 Days
- Fire Fighting, Fire Prevention, Rescue and first Aid Training, Bangladesh Fire Service & Civil Defense, Bangladesh, Dhaka, 2009, Duration: 3 Days
Personal Details
- Father's Name: Abul Kashem
- Mother's Name: Ambia Khatun
- Date of Birth: 9 Oct 1983
- Gender: Male
- Height (Meter): 1.7
- Weight (Kg): 75
- Marital Status: Married
- Nationality: Bangladeshi
- Religion: Islam
- Permanent Address: Bhawaler Char, Narsingdi 1640, Bangladesh
- Blood Group: B+
Timeline
Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Wartsila Gulf FZE
08.2025 - Current
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Wartsila Bangladesh Ltd
03.2019 - 08.2023
Service Technician
Cummins Middle East
08.2012 - 11.2018
Maintenance Engineer
Covanta Bangladesh operating ltd
06.2008 - 06.2012
Asst. Engineer
Wartsila Bangladesh Ltd
03.2006 - 06.2008
Mechanical Fitter
Keppel Shipyard
02.2004 - 06.2006
Diploma in Engineering - Marine
Bangladesh Institute of Marine Technology
Secondary School - Science
Dhaka Educational Board
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