Waqar Ali Sher
Gateshead,Pakistan
Summary
Experienced professional with focus on LV & HV engineering and maintenance. Capable of enhancing operational efficiency and equipment reliability through comprehensive technical knowledge and problem-solving skills. Expert in implementing preventative maintenance program.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
SENIOR HV PLANT ENGINEER
NATIONAL TRANSMISSION AND DESPATCH COMPANY
Multan, Pakistan
10.2022 - 09.2025
- Company Overview: NTDCL the only government owned power Transmission Company of Pakistan constructs, operates and maintains many 500kV / 220kV Grid Stations & 500kV / 220kV/ 132kV Transmission Lines. It links power generation units with load centers spread all over the country, thus establishing and governs one of the largest interconnected power networks. It is responsible for evacuation of power from power generation companies and dispatch to power distribution companies across all over Pakistan.
- Following are my main responsibilities to ensure operation and maintenance of the transmission lines system:
- Directed the planning and execution of all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities for transmission lines, ensuring timely resolution of issues to maintain grid reliability.
- Spearheaded coordination and planning for new installations and maintenance projects, effectively collaborating with internal stakeholders across design, protection, and generation departments.
- Functioned as a key liaison between various internal and external parties, including distribution control centers and other organizations, to coordinate day-to-day switching programs and network operations.
- Provided technical guidance and mentorship to field engineers throughout all project phases, from planning and construction to operation and maintenance.
- Oversaw project execution as a client supervisor and site engineer, ensuring strict adherence to quality control, safety protocols, and all statutory and corporate policies.
ASSISTANT MANAGER (MAINTENANCE)
NATIONAL TRANSMISSION AND DESPATCH COMPANY
Multan, Pakistan
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Served as senior technical authority for high-voltage substation assets, leading commissioning, maintenance, and testing activities for equipment including Power Transformers, Circuit Breakers, and Instrument Transformers.
- Managed and executed comprehensive maintenance programs, overseeing preventive schedules and corrective actions during outages to ensure asset reliability and compliance with operational standards.
- Conducted root cause analysis and advanced troubleshooting for wide range of substation faults, leveraging extensive knowledge of testing sets to diagnose complex issues and recommend corrective measures.
- Led inter-departmental collaboration and communication to ensure project and maintenance activities were effectively aligned with organizational goals and standards.
JUNIOR ENGINEER ELECTRICAL
MULTAN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY
Multan, Pakistan
09.2012 - 02.2018
- Oversaw operation and maintenance of 11kV electricity distribution network, ensuring reliable power delivery and strict safety compliance.
- Led augmentation projects for distribution transformers and new infrastructure, coordinating with contractors and government agencies.
- Supervised multi-disciplinary team of linemen and technicians, enhancing performance through technical guidance and training.
- Managed interdepartmental coordination to address network faults, restoring power supply efficiently.
- Prepared comprehensive reports on network performance for senior management, offering insights for strategic improvements.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to plan expansions of distribution network, executing projects effectively.
- Served as technical authority on network safety, conducting audits to identify and mitigate hazards.
- Optimised industrial processes to enhance output quality and performed rigorous system testing for compliance.
Education
MASTER IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - Management
FEDERAL URDU UNIVERSITY OF ARTS, SCIENCES & TECHNOLOGY
09.2019 - 09.2021
BSC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING - Electrical Power Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY BZU MULTAN
Pakistan 08.2008 - 08.2012
Post Graduate Diploma(PGD) - Electrical Power Engineering
University of Engineering & Technology Lahore
Pakistan 11.2012 - 09.2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office package: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
- Project Management (MS Project)
- Auto-CAD
- Time Management:
- Team-management
- Results oriented approach
- Plant maintenance techniques
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Sustainable practices implementation
- ETAP Software
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Mother tongue(s): URDU
Other language(s)
ENGLISH
UNDERSTANDING: Listening C1, Reading C2
SPEAKING: Spoken Production C2, Spoken interaction C2
WRITING: C1, C2
Levels: A1 and A2: Basic user; B1 and B2: Independent user; C1 and C2: Proficient user
Accomplishments
• Plan and execute replacement of disc insulators of 75 Nos. 500kV transmission line towers with RTV coated Disc insulators in the period on 2.5 months.
• Factory Acceptance Tests of Circuit Breakers, Disc Insulators, Capacitor Banks, Post Insulators and Surge Arresters
• Received Certificate of Appreciation on “Successful installation/commissioning of 500KV SF6 Gas Circuit Breaker Siemens make & 500KV CT at 500KV Grid Station within minimum time”.
• Design the augmentation of 450MVA transformer at 500kV Grid Station Multan to eliminate system constraints.
• Certificate of appreciation and received honoraria on “Major Overhauling of 08 numbers 500kV SF-6 Gas Circuit Breakers Toshiba make.
Got Best Performer award in MEPCO for achieving 100% recovery and reducing line losses
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
SENIOR HV PLANT ENGINEER
NATIONAL TRANSMISSION AND DESPATCH COMPANY
10.2022 - 09.2025
ASSISTANT MANAGER (MAINTENANCE)
NATIONAL TRANSMISSION AND DESPATCH COMPANY
02.2022 - 10.2022
MASTER IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - Management
FEDERAL URDU UNIVERSITY OF ARTS, SCIENCES & TECHNOLOGY
09.2019 - 09.2021
Post Graduate Diploma(PGD) - Electrical Power Engineering
University of Engineering & Technology Lahore
11.2012 - 09.2014
JUNIOR ENGINEER ELECTRICAL
MULTAN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY
09.2012 - 02.2018
BSC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING - Electrical Power Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY BZU MULTAN
08.2008 - 08.2012
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