Mohammed Saleem
London
Summary
Results-driven Chemical Engineer with a BSc (Hons) in Chemical Engineering and hands-on experience in refinery operations, laboratory research, and process management. Proven expertise in process simulation, optimization, and health & safety compliance. Adept at leveraging technical skills in Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD, and MATLAB to enhance operational efficiency and project outcomes. A detail-oriented professional with a strong track record in managing teams, improving processes, and delivering results under tight deadlines.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Market Manager
Asya Food Centre
London
01.2023 - Current
- Directed daily operations for three retail shops, managing a team of 40+ staff members and overseeing all logistical and customer service functions.
- Implemented strategic process improvements that increased overall operational efficiency by 25% within the first six months.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction scores by 30% through the introduction of new service protocols and staff training initiatives.
- Developed and executed comprehensive staff training programs, resulting in a 40% reduction in procedural errors and compliance issues.
- Ensured 100% adherence to all workplace health, safety, and environmental regulations, passing all external audits without major findings.
- Resolved complex operational and personnel challenges, reducing staff turnover by 15% through improved communication and conflict resolution strategies.
- Optimized inventory management processes, decreasing waste by 20% and improving stock availability for high-demand products.
- Managed budgetary controls and financial reporting for all three locations, contributing to a 10% increase in net profitability year-over-year.
- Spearheaded a vendor relationship management program, securing better contract terms and improving supply chain reliability.
- Analyzed sales data and market trends to adjust product offerings, leading to a 12% growth in revenue for non-core product lines.
Control Room Engineer
KAR Group Company
Kurdistan Region
12.2020 - 03.2022
- Operated and monitored refinery control room processes for the conversion of crude oil into diesel, petrol, gasoline, etc., ensuring continuous and safe production.
- Monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) daily, identifying and resolving process bottlenecks, which improved unit efficiency by 8%.
- Ensured strict adherence to all safety protocols and environmental regulations, contributing to a facility record of 500+ days without a lost-time incident.
- Collaborated with field operators to troubleshoot process upsets, reducing unplanned shutdowns by 15% through proactive adjustments.
- Documented and analysed process data using distributed control systems (DCS) to generate daily performance reports for management.
- Participated in HAZOP studies and risk assessments for refinery units, implementing recommended safeguards that enhanced operational safety.
- Assisted in the commissioning of a new process unit, coordinating control logic tests that ensured a successful and on-schedule start-up.
- Trained two junior engineers on control room procedures, DCS navigation, and emergency response protocols.
- Optimised catalyst regeneration cycles based on performance data, extending catalyst life by 10%, and reducing annual replacement costs.
- Developed and updated standard operating procedures (SOPs) for critical control room operations, improving procedural clarity and compliance.
Research Assistant, Bio-organic Chemistry Group
Budapest University of Technology and Economics
Budapest
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Conducted pioneering research on the immobilization of Lipase Ps enzymes to enhance efficiency and stability in biodiesel production processes.
- Performed extensive laboratory analyses including distillation, sample preparation for Gas Chromatography (GC), and NMR measurements.
- Operated and calibrated sophisticated laboratory instruments (GC, NMR, fermenters), ensuring data accuracy and reliability for publication.
- Managed fermentation processes to produce enzyme samples, optimizing conditions to increase yield by 18% for experimental batches.
- Analyzed experimental data using MATLAB, creating models that predicted enzyme activity under various process conditions.
- Prepared detailed research notes, data summaries, and graphical representations for inclusion in peer-reviewed journal publications.
- Maintained stringent laboratory safety standards and proper chemical handling protocols, ensuring a zero-incident record.
- Collaborated with a team of PhD students and senior researchers to design experiments and validate hypotheses.
- Presented research findings at weekly group meetings, contributing to strategic discussions on project direction.
- Authored sections of the final research report, detailing methodologies and results related to catalyst performance and biodiesel yield.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Chemical Engineering
Budapest University of Technology and Economics
Budapest, Hungary01.2021
Skills
- Aspen HYSYS and ChemCAD
- AutoCAD and MATLAB
- Gas chromatography and NMR spectrometry
- Fermentation and distillation
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Supply chain optimization
- Data analysis and reporting
- Process enhancement
- Strategic planning and execution
- Team leadership and development
- Performance evaluation
- Operational efficiency strategies
- Research and analysis
- Time management
- Decision-making capabilities
- Technical troubleshooting
- Relationship building
- Product knowledge and development
- Risk management strategies
- Customer relationship management
Certification
Health & Safety within the Workplace (RQF Level 2 Certificate), Rewards Training Recruitment Consultancy, UK, United Kingdom
Accomplishments
- Awarded a competitive international scholarship for undergraduate studies, facilitating study abroad experience in Hungary.
- Improved potential biodiesel production efficiency by 18% through lab research on enzyme immobilization techniques.
- Recognized for leadership and operational excellence, increasing retail network profitability by 10% year-over-year as Market Manager.
- Contributed to a refinery safety record of 500+ days without a lost-time incident through diligent process monitoring and compliance.
References
Available upon request.
Hobbies and interests
- Interests: Travel, Sports, Movies, Music, Design, IT & Emerging Technologies, Language Learning
Timeline
Market Manager
Asya Food Centre
01.2023 - Current
Control Room Engineer
KAR Group Company
12.2020 - 03.2022
Research Assistant, Bio-organic Chemistry Group
Budapest University of Technology and Economics
02.2020 - 12.2020
BSc (Hons) - Chemical Engineering
Budapest University of Technology and Economics