KILEO SAMUEL
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Seasoned Chief Executive Officer at Wamat Engineering and Automation Systems Limited, adept in strategic planning and operational efficiency. Leveraged expertise in automation systems and executive leadership to drive organizational growth, enhance profitability by 30%, and foster strong business partnerships. Skilled in team leadership and financial oversight, consistently achieving ambitious business development goals. Talented professional with several years of experience and successful career in planning, developing, and executing events and initiatives to achieve maximum potential. Creative and highly strategic with excellent leadership and client relations abilities. Professional and outgoing with success in building relationships and attracting new clients.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
Wamat Engineering and Automation systems Limited
Dar Es Salaam
12.2024 - Current
- Established policies, procedures, and protocols to improve operational efficiency.
- Reviewed employee performance evaluations in order to make personnel decisions.
- Cultivated strong relationships with business partners by providing exceptional customer service.
- Developed creative solutions for complex problems facing the organization.
- Directed the implementation of new business initiatives from concept through completion.
- Developed strategic plans and objectives to ensure organizational growth and profitability.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to inform product development decisions.
- Monitored industry developments in order to stay competitive in the marketplace.
- Led the recruitment process for executive-level positions within the organization.
- Collaborated with marketing team to launch promotional campaigns that increased brand awareness.
- Represented the company at conferences, trade shows, networking events.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline processes across departments.
- Managed relationships with shareholders, stakeholders, customers, and other key constituents.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, and partners.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations regarding safety standards and labor laws.
- Identified potential opportunities for mergers or acquisitions.
- Facilitated communication between board members, executives, staff members, and other stakeholders.
- Created financial models to forecast future business performance and identify areas of improvement.
- Oversaw all aspects of financial management, including budgeting and forecasting.
- Evaluated current products and services in order to develop strategies for improvement.
- Oversaw budgetary and financial activities and implemented strategies to grow business and profits.
- Determined revenue and profit impacts of market strategies and led business direction toward profitable channels.
- Drove company vision with collaborative employee engagement techniques and strategic leadership.
- Established and oversaw strategic business actions and streamlined operations.
- Led organization by establishing business direction and actualizing operational plans to meet goals.
- Managed senior leadership team, aligning goals and efforts with company vision.
- Checked financial reports to confirm financial soundness and good operating margin.
- Negotiated high-value contracts and partnerships to expand market presence.
- Led strategic planning and execution to enhance profitability and company growth.
- Guided corporate social responsibility initiatives, enhancing company reputation and impact.
- Oversaw development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures.
- Negotiated and approved contracts between company and distributors, suppliers and other external entities.
- Developed and executed strategies for talent acquisition, development, and retention.
- Spearheaded overhaul of underperforming departments to reduce stagnation and increase productivity.
- Monitored business trend forecasts and adjusted budgets and operational plans to maximize growth and opportunities.
- Built strategic business partnerships by cultivating relationships with employees and experts.
- Chaired board meetings, facilitating effective decision-making and governance.
- Implemented risk management strategies to protect company assets and ensure compliance.
- Represented the company at industry events, conferences, and public engagements.
- Fostered a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Generated large-scale operations, budget or expense reports to organize and analyze data.
- Directed company operations to meet budget and financial targets.
- Promoted company values and ethics, ensuring a positive organizational culture.
- Reviewed employee reports before submission to recommend changes or give approval.
- Improved profitability by accurately maintaining P&L to meet prime fiscal responsibility.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Signed and approved budgets for new funding and program initiatives.
- Exceeded sales goals through upselling and cross-selling within existing client base as well as strategically attracting new business.
Group Chief Engineer
Opulent Group
Dar Es Salaam
11.2018 - 11.2024
- Liaison and supervision of contractors to ensure speedy and satisfactory delivery of the whole project.
- Supervision of contractors and working teams to ensure that defects and snags are cleared within the least time possible, within budgets, and with minimal effect.
- Making recommendations to management and owners on appropriate FF&E and OS&E.
- Creation, adherence, and follow-up on the departmental budget for preplanned and proposed areas of investment.
- Set up, implementation, and follow-up on best engineering practices, to include, but not limited to, experience on manning, employee satisfaction, and energy management, skill transfer, modeling, and upraising competent and capable young engineers.
- Formulation and effecting of OSHA policies, training, and compliance with relevant government and council authorities.
- Initiate the formation of the Occupational Health and Safety Committee, chair meetings, and follow up on recommendations.
- Creation and implementation of green energy policies and initiatives.
- Liaison with relevant government and council authorities to ensure compliance and adherence.
- Training and following up to ensure uptake and adherence.
- Responsible for engineering staff recruitment and training, creation, and implementation of SOPs, departmental policies, and standards.
- Overview of staff development to ensure growth and job satisfaction.
- Creation, implementation, and PPM program to ensure efficient and effective use of resources.
- Creation of an FF&E and equipment aging plan to assist in budgeting for future renovations and replacements.
- Making and submitting regular reports to the regional office.
- Overview of daily operations, and liaison with senior management to ensure seamless operations.
- Drafted reports summarizing project status updates for management review.
- Created and maintained detailed technical drawings and documents for new products, processes, and systems.
- Researched new technologies to improve existing designs and create more efficient solutions.
- Developed quality assurance procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained records of engineering activities including materials used, labor costs.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times during engineering operations.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems encountered by staff during project execution.
- Coordinated with vendors to acquire necessary parts for engineering projects.
- Provided leadership and guidance to junior engineers on day-to-day tasks.
- Participated in cross-functional meetings to discuss issues related to engineering operations.
- Performed regular inspections of equipment to identify areas of improvement or repair needs.
- Managed a team of engineers in the design, development, testing, installation and maintenance of complex mechanical systems.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics for accuracy prior to implementation.
- Evaluated current processes and developed actionable plans for improvement.
- Identified potential risks associated with engineering projects and created mitigation plans.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive engineering plans to ensure successful project completion.
- Generated engineering documentation and oversaw design projects.
- Avoided data loss by creating back-ups of programs.
- Managed capital improvement projects to keep expenses within operational budgets.
- Assisted in development of corporate plans and managed infrastructure upgrades, equipment replacements and building modifications.
- Maintained entire infrastructure and compliance documentation.
Chief Engineer
Pearl of Africa Hotel
Kampala
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Liaison and supervision of contractors to ensure speedy and satisfactory delivery of the whole project.
- Supervision of contractors and working teams to ensure that defects and snags are cleared within the least time possible, within budgets, and with minimal effect on guest satisfaction.
- Supervision and inspection of the departmental procurement process, to ensure value for money.
- Making recommendations to senior management and owners on appropriate FF&E and OS&E.
- Creation, adherence, and follow-up on the departmental budget to include manning, salary levels, and all other expenses.
- Set up, implementation, and follow-up on hotel and departmental best practices, to include, but not limited to, guest experience, employee satisfaction, and energy management.
- Formulation and effecting of departmental and hotel OSHA policies, training, and compliance with relevant government and council authorities.
- Initiated the formation of the Hotel's Occupational Health and Safety Committee, chaired meetings, and followed up on recommendations.
- Creation and implementation of departmental and hotel green policies and initiatives.
- Liaison with relevant government and council authorities to ensure compliance and adherence.
- Training and following up to ensure uptake and adherence
- Responsible for engineering staff recruitment and training, creation, and implementation of SOPs, departmental policies, and standards.
- Overview of staff development to ensure growth and job satisfaction.
- Creation, implementation, and supervision of the Hotel PPM program to ensure efficient and effective use of resources.
- Creation of an FF&E and equipment aging plan to assist in budgeting for future renovations and replacements.
- Making and submitting regular reports to the regional office.
- Overview of daily operations, and liaison with senior management to ensure seamless operations.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive engineering plans to ensure successful project completion.
- Conducted cost analysis on projects to ensure profitability goals were met.
- Identified potential risks associated with engineering projects and created mitigation plans.
- Provided leadership and guidance to junior engineers on day-to-day tasks.
- Supervised engineering and maintenance staff and facilitated hiring, training and personal development.
MEP Manager
AYA Investments Ltd/Hilton Hotel Project
Kampala
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Lead and communicate with supervision, subcontractors, and vendors to assist them in working to the project schedule.
- Represent AYA with Owner(s), architects, consultants, government authorities, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Administer the financial aspects of the Owner's contract, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
- Purchasing process and document control.
- Maintain the busy schedule, write scopes of work, distribute and log subcontracts, write required contract riders and purchase orders, and confirm compliance with project insurance requirements.
- Review subcontractor references, obtain subcontractor bonds, and maintain project files.
- Maintain and manage all purchase and delivery schedules, change order processes, shop drawings, document control logs, and correspondence with the owner, architect, and subcontractor.
- Work with Purchasing in setting up and executing the trade buyout, including defining the scope of work, ensuring scope coverage, and coordinating buy and project schedules.
- Attend all scheduled and management MEP meetings necessary to monitor and manage the project, chairing as appropriate.
- Manage all requisitions and payments, including lien releases and project payroll, and maintain the best possible cash flow throughout the project, communicating issues proactively.
- Deliver all necessary manuals to the owner, consolidate project documentation, and file.
- Manage subcontractor closeout, transfer of utilities, owner training, and punch list process.
- Deliver all warranties, as-built, and training to the owner.
- Monitor the installation and start-up of MEP systems, and the commissioning of the project with the Engineer and Owner.
- Supervise, develop, and mentor project staff, if applicable.
- Coordinated with other departments for resources needed to complete MEP projects.
- Worked closely with subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, architects, owners and inspectors throughout the course of each project from start to finish.
- Attended industry conferences and seminars aimed at staying abreast on latest trends related to building services engineering.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for materials required for successful completion of each project within budget constraints.
- Conducted site visits to evaluate progress of MEP projects and identify any potential issues or problems.
- Assisted in resolving disputes arising out of contract performance or payment issues between contractors or vendors.
- Monitored progress of MEP projects on a regular basis to ensure quality standards were met.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during the execution of all MEP related works.
- Reviewed project plans, specifications, drawings, and other documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Managed daily operations of MEP team and ensured that all tasks were completed in a timely manner.
- Scheduled meetings regularly with stakeholders involved in various stages of the project life cycle to discuss progress updates.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs associated with MEP projects.
Engineer
Serena Hotels (Lake Victoria Serena Kigo)
Entebbe
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Respond to all guests' requests in a timely and efficient manner.
- Complete work order requests in a timely manner.
- Maintain all mechanical areas in an orderly and clean condition.
- Inspect public areas daily for any issues.
- After hours on-call availability, if an issue arises, is available some weekends.
- Providing maintenance repairs to guestrooms, public areas, and administrative offices.
- Repairs may include plumbing, kitchen, mechanical, laundry, electrical, heating, cooling, ventilation, furnishings and fixtures, painting, wall cover repairs, light carpentry, and door and window repairs.
- Maintain the Rooms' Preventative Maintenance Program, and consistently keep updated records on file.
- Accepts coordination, direction, and delegation of the duties from the Rooms Division Manager, and/or the Manager on Duty, and/or the Executive Housekeeper.
- Help train new maintenance or housekeeper employees, as appropriate.
- Leads fellow employees to be productive, motivated, and provide excellent customer service.
- Consistently evaluates the job performance of oneself.
- Maintains good working relationships and communication with all departments.
- Maintains control of the master key(s).
- Verifies that accurate room status information is maintained and properly communicated.
- Resolves guest complaints and problems quickly, efficiently, and courteously within 24 hours via email, telephone, or in person.
- Updates, maintains, monitors, and prepares group information and requirements, including relaying the appropriate information to relevant departments.
- Schedules are created according to the hotel and department forecast.
- Attends regular meetings with all personnel, including communicating relevant information on the hotel's direction, and gives feedback to management for any improvements.
- Follows standards of service and job performance developed for maintenance or housekeeper positions.
- Follows formal training programs and checklists for all employees.
- Reviews the daily, weekly, and monthly accounting and management reporting for the hotel, including night audit reports.
- Participates in revenue/yield management efforts for the property.
- Provided support during the installation, maintenance, repair, and calibration of equipment.
- Generated technical reports for customers.
- Generated engineering documentation and oversaw design projects.
Education
Bachelor of science - Petroleum Engineering
International university of east Africa
01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Kyambogo University
01.2012
Ordinary Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Kyambogo University
01.2009
Certificate - Refrigeration & Air conditioning Course Part II
Uganda technical institute Kichwamba
01.2009
Certificate - computer Applications (CCA)
Makerere University
01.2007
Uganda Advanced Certificate -
Kololo high school
01.2006
Skills
- Petroleum Pipeline heating
- Petroleum Pipeline installations
- Oil drilling
- Extraction and transportation science
- Refinery science
- Automation systems
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Boilers and calorifiers
- Pressurized system installation
- System Integration Expertise
- Project management
- Switch Gear Setup Expertise
- Transformers installation
- Operational efficiency
- Strategic planning
- Contract negotiation
- Team leadership
- Employee development
- Sustainability initiatives
- Business management
- Executive leadership
- Ethical leadership
- Recruiting and hiring top talent
References
- Mr. Vincent Mwesigwa, ICT Engineer, UCC Uganda, +256758888466
- Eng. Osman Kajura, Operations Director, City Cool Engineering LTD, +256781440671
- Mr. Ian McLachlan, Ian.McLachlan@hilton.com, GM, Double Tree by Hilton Hotel TZ
Hobbies and Interests
- Computer
- Surfing the internet to learn new technologies
- Watching movies
- Learning more through traveling, meetings and relating to people
Projects
Walmat Engineering and Automation Systems Ltd, Technical Director, 11/2018 Jubilee Hotel Project - Tanzania, Works Testing and Commission, 01/2019 - 12/2022 AYA Investments Ltd/Hilton Hotel Project - Kampala Uganda, Projects Engineer, 01/2017 UGA-Chick Poultry Breeders - Kampala Uganda, Analysis and Improvement, 01/2016 Green Environment Initiative LVSR/C20145, Sewage Treatment Plant Installation, 01/2014 - 12/2015 Irrigation and System Automations LVS-Golf Course Resort, Installation and Automation, 01/2015 - 12/2015 Modification of Chilled Pipe Work in Manufacturer and Producer of Fresh Dairy Milk, Revision of Milk Storage Tanks, 01/2009
Languages
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Swahili
- Runyankitara
- Runyakole
Areas of proficiency
- Petroleum Pipeline heating (skin effect/Heat Trace system)
- Petroleum Pipeline installations and specialized welding, T&C
- Oil drilling, Extraction and Transportation science
- Refinery science for petroleum skimming, well-logging and Geo-physical analysis
- Automation systems
- Electrical Engineering (electrical design, automations and industrial productions)
- Mechanical Engineering (industrial production, installations and design)
- Boilers and calorifiers/ Heating systems
- Pressurized system installation, T&C
- Systems Integrations
- Project management and PPM
- Switch gears, Transformers and AVR-regulators installation, T&C
- Generators installation, trouble shooting, wiring, communication module in plant T&C
- Water engineering; Pumps, firefighting systems engineering
- DSE electronics modules configurations
- VFD configurations and parameter settings
- HVAC (ventilation, heating, chillers-water cooled systems, air cooled systems, hybrid AC systems/split unit)
- Renewable energy production and management
- MEP systems engineering
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
Wamat Engineering and Automation systems Limited
12.2024 - Current
Group Chief Engineer
Opulent Group
11.2018 - 11.2024
Chief Engineer
Pearl of Africa Hotel
09.2016 - 10.2018
MEP Manager
AYA Investments Ltd/Hilton Hotel Project
09.2015 - 09.2017
Engineer
Serena Hotels (Lake Victoria Serena Kigo)
01.2009 - 01.2013
Bachelor of science - Petroleum Engineering
International university of east Africa
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Kyambogo University
Ordinary Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Kyambogo University
Certificate - Refrigeration & Air conditioning Course Part II
Uganda technical institute Kichwamba
Certificate - computer Applications (CCA)
Makerere University
Uganda Advanced Certificate -
Kololo high school
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