Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Personal Information
Extracurricular Activities
Roles And Responsibilities
Hobbies and Interests
Projects
Training
Disclaimer
Software
Certification
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Supreeth Subhas Kateel

Supreeth Subhas Kateel

Mangalore

Summary

Experienced Engineering Manager with a strong background in the mining industry, specializing in the maintenance and operation of heavy machinery, project management, and team leadership. Proven track record in optimizing equipment performance, reducing downtime, and ensuring safety standards. Skilled in managing large-scale engineering projects, training personnel, and implementing innovative solutions.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

MANAGER ENGINEERING

FURA GEMS INC.
06.2018 - Current
  • Project Consultation: Collaborated with management and production teams to discuss project specifications and procedures.
  • Equipment Planning & Installation: Led the planning, installation, and adaptation of mining machinery and equipment, including the setup of a new washing plant.
  • Washing Plant Management: Supported the operation of the new washing plant and the modernization of the existing one.
    Managed specialized equipment, including adjustable jaw crushers and material scales imported from China, ensuring regular adjustments and calibrations.
    Oversaw the operation of optical sorting machines imported from Austria used for automatic sorting of emeralds, requiring precise maintenance due to their sensitivity.
  • Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Ensured the correct operation and maintenance of all equipment.
    Implemented safe procedures to prevent incidents and accidents, adding value through training local personnel and enhancing their occupational skills.
  • Maintenance Planning: Planned and executed scheduled maintenance and managed breakdowns of mining equipment, ensuring availability of spare parts, and maintaining detailed records.
  • Technical Coordination: Coordinated detailed technical plans to achieve objectives, directing the integration of technical activities.
  • Team Leadership: Created and led a team of technicians, providing necessary training. Ensured safety, effective time management, a positive work environment, and the well-being of employees involved.



Key Achievements:

  • Successfully reduced machine failures, achieving near-zero downtime.
  • Played a pivotal role in the commissioning of a new wash plant, which improved operational efficiency by 30%.
  • Introduced a spare parts management system that reduced inventory costs by 15%.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Developed a comprehensive risk management plan, minimizing potential disruptions to business operations.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.

ASSISTANT MANAGER ENGINEERING

MONTEPUEZ RUBY MINING (A GEMFIELDS GROUP COMPANY)
11.2017 - 06.2018
  • Working as an Assistant Manager in Montepuez Ruby Mining
  • 4 years of experience in industry
  • Led the importation and integration of new machinery into existing operations.
  • Managed manpower and resources for new projects, ensuring on-time delivery within budget constraints.

SENIOR MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

MONTEPUEZ RUBY MINING (A GEMFIELDS GROUP COMPANY)
12.2016 - 11.2017
  • I oversaw preventive and corrective maintenance for LMVs and HEMM, ensuring high availability and reliability.
  • Managed parts planning and inventory, resolving mechanical issues promptly to prevent downtime.

JUNIOR ENGINEER

MONTEPUEZ RUBY MINING (A GEMFIELDS GROUP COMPANY)
04.2014 - 12.2016
  • Allocated tasks and managed manpower for daily operations.
  • Conducted regular inspections and maintenance of equipment, with a focus on preventive measures.
  • Maintained detailed records of service history, including tire and battery usage.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

ST. JOSEPH ENGINEERING COLLEGE
KARNATAKA
01.2013

Skills

  • Engineering Management: Strategic planning, execution, and supervision of engineering projects
  • Maintenance Planning: Development and implementation of preventive maintenance schedules
  • Project Management: Coordination of large-scale projects, from inception to completion
  • Team Leadership: Building, leading, and training high-performing engineering teams
  • Technical Expertise: Proficient in the operation and maintenance of mining machinery
  • Safety Compliance: Ensuring adherence to safety standards and procedures

Accomplishments

  • Was able to eliminate machine failures to the minimum possibility
  • Proved to be an excellent team leader and motivator
  • The “service turnaround time” was highly appreciated by the superiors
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved good result by successfully implementing Navision (Dynamics 365 Business Central) to streamline procurement and order tracking, resulting in significant improvements in efficiency and accuracy.

Languages

Tulu, Kannada
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Advanced
C1
Portuguese
Advanced
C1

Personal Information

  • Age: 34
  • Father's Name: Subhas Kateel
  • Mother's Name: Vanitha
  • Spouse Name: Deepa J Shetty
  • Date of Birth: 07/03/1990
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married

Extracurricular Activities

Organizer of the National Level Technical Fest “MAGNITUDE 2011” conducted by Mechanical department of SJEC Team Leader of SCOUTS & GUIDES in school Event Manager of the National Level ROBOWARS competition conducted by IEEE-SJEC Vamanjoor

Roles And Responsibilities

  • Supervise the maintenance department activities
  • Responsible in checking the specification and the capacity of the machine and decide of which machine is required to be imported from the suppliers
  • Responsible in troubleshooting the machines if there is any problem and complaint from the clients
  • Initially given responsibility of workshop extension and setting up of new scrap yard. Which well executed and later got appreciation from the management
  • Was a key member of new wash plant commissioning group
  • Responsible for maintaining and repairing LMV’s heavy equipment required in the day to day working
  • Analysis of machine failures
  • Estimation of maintenance costs
  • Assessing the needs of equipment replacements, spare parts
  • Assessment of the required tools for the maintenance of the equipment
  • Adopt and implement a detailed maintenance plan to minimize failures resulting in stoppage of work
  • Recruit and train the maintenance staff
  • Keep updated with the upcoming versions or latest machinery required in the organization
  • Replacing the spare parts of the machines as and when required
  • Responsible for performing routine maintenance
  • Responsible for maintaining an inventory for the requirement of the supplies and spare parts
  • Responsible for maintenance, spare planning and troubleshooting of machines like VOLVO FM 330, MAN TG-water browser, Mercedes Actros, TATA(1316 Buses,1618 Water tanker,2523 Tippers), Mahindra pickups and Toyota Hilux. Also, mining equipment’s CAT- Ex (336,330), ADT’s (725,730), Dozer (D9, D7) Motor grader (140H), wheel loaders (950H) and Backhoe loader (428E)

Hobbies and Interests

Listening to music, playing volleyball, basketball, cricket, carom

Projects

The Design and Development of Automatic Gear Transmission in Bicycle, Major Project Cruise control system in cars to maintain the constant speed of vehicle, Seminar

Training

  • IN-PLANT TRAINING, MANGALORE REFINERY AND PETROCHEMICALS LIMITED (MRPL), A Subsidiary of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd (ONGC), Mangalore
  • ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, Dept. of Science & Technology, Govt. of India, Organized by NITK-STEP, Surathkal in association with EDII, Ahmedabad
  • DIPLOMA IN FIRE & SAFETY, NIFE Institute, Kochi, Kerala, India, A
  • FIRST AID and HEALTH AWARENESS, NIFE premises, Organized by INDIAN RED CROSS SOCIETY (Constituted Under Act XV of 1920)

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the above written particulars are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Software

Dynamics 365 Business Central - NAVISION

Certification

  • ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, Dept. of Science & Technology, Govt. of India, Organized by NITK-STEP, Surathkal in association with EDII, Ahmedabad
  • DIPLOMA IN FIRE & SAFETY, NIFE Institute, Kochi, Kerala, India, A
  • FIRST AID and HEALTH AWARENESS, NIFE premises, Organized by INDIAN RED CROSS SOCIETY (Constituted Under Act XV of 1920)

Timeline

MANAGER ENGINEERING

FURA GEMS INC.
06.2018 - Current

ASSISTANT MANAGER ENGINEERING

MONTEPUEZ RUBY MINING (A GEMFIELDS GROUP COMPANY)
11.2017 - 06.2018

SENIOR MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

MONTEPUEZ RUBY MINING (A GEMFIELDS GROUP COMPANY)
12.2016 - 11.2017

JUNIOR ENGINEER

MONTEPUEZ RUBY MINING (A GEMFIELDS GROUP COMPANY)
04.2014 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

ST. JOSEPH ENGINEERING COLLEGE
Supreeth Subhas Kateel