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Ali Albusaidi

Mechanical Engineer
Muscat

Summary

Mechanical Engineering graduate from the University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) with practical experience in tourism operations and a license as a tour guide. Proficient in engineering design, AutoCAD, and project management, with a focus on energy systems. Demonstrated ability to handle travel logistics efficiently, deliver exceptional customer service, and lead tours across diverse regions. Possesses a strong technical foundation along with excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Excited to contribute effectively in both the engineering and tourism sectors.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Operations Manager –

Wabar tours
Muscat, Muscat
11.2022 - Current

Strategic Planning and Execution: Planned, coordinated, and executed tourism operations, including transportation logistics, tour scheduling, and client itineraries, ensuring seamless customer experiences.

Team Leadership: Supervised and motivated a team of 20+ tour guides and drivers, fostering collaboration to achieve operational efficiency and client satisfaction.

Event Management: Successfully managed large-scale events, such as the Golf World Tour, overseeing over 1,200 transfers in 7 days while maintaining high service standards.

Customer Service Excellence: Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client needs promptly, resolving complaints efficiently, and ensuring high satisfaction rates.

Budgeting and Cost Control: Monitored and optimized budgets for tours and events, reducing operational costs by up to 15% while maintaining service quality.

Supplier Coordination: Built and maintained strong relationships with local suppliers, vendors, and service providers to enhance tour quality and reliability.

Compliance and Standards: Ensured all operations adhered to local tourism regulations, safety protocols, and company standards.

Reporting and Analysis: Prepared detailed post-tour reports, analyzing key performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies for future success.

  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.

Tour Guide -

Wabar Tours
Muscat, Muscat
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • Customized Itineraries: Designed and delivered over 30 tailored tours across international destinations such as Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Europe, and the Middle East, providing clients with culturally immersive experiences that increased customer satisfaction by 25%.

    Cultural Expertise: Conducted in-depth research on local history, traditions, and landmarks for more than 20 tours, enhancing clients’ appreciation and resulting in a 15% increase in positive client feedback and referrals.

    Multilingual Communication: Effectively communicated with over 100 diverse groups of travelers in fluent English, ensuring clarity, comfort, and engagement, which led to a 20% improvement in client satisfaction ratings.

    Group Coordination: Managed groups of 10 to 50 participants, balancing individual needs with group dynamics to ensure smooth experiences, with 95% of clients reporting a positive experience in post-tour surveys.

    Problem-Solving: Proactively addressed itinerary adjustments, travel delays, and special client requests for 50+ tours, maintaining 100% uninterrupted service and achieving a 98% client satisfaction rate.

    Partnership Building: Collaborated with 15+ international vendors, local guides, and service providers to secure reliable transportation, accommodations, and unique experiences, resulting in a 10% cost reduction for tours.

    Safety and Compliance: Prioritized safety on over 50 tours by adhering to international travel regulations, providing clear guidelines, and managing risk, ensuring 100% compliance with safety standards.

    Client Engagement: Delivered personalized experiences to over 100 clients by understanding their preferences, enhancing satisfaction, and contributing to a 30% increase in repeat business.

    Tour Promotion: Promoted tours through social media and word-of-mouth, contributing to a 20% growth in the client base and improving the company's global reputation.

    Customer Service Excellence: Provided exceptional pre-tour customer service by answering 50+ client inquiries via email and phone calls, resolving issues and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.

    Tour Customization: Increased customer satisfaction by 25% through attentive listening and personalized tour adjustments based on group interests and feedback.

Mechanical Engineering Training

GBS
Muscat, Muscat
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Outlined design requirements: Defined design requirements, including components, regulatory standards, and performance specifications, for over 10 projects, ensuring the development of compliant and functional systems.

    Eliminated malfunctions in systems and components: Identified and resolved malfunctions in 15+ systems and components, implementing design modifications that improved system reliability by 20%.

    Assessed feasibility, costs, and maintenance requirements: Conducted feasibility studies for 5+ designs, evaluating costs and maintenance needs, resulting in cost savings of up to 15% for each project.

    Calculated tolerances and loads for designs: Performed precise calculations for tolerances and load-bearing specifications on 10+ mechanical systems, ensuring structural integrity under varying operational conditions.

    Reviewed and assisted in updating reports, specifications, and studies: Contributed to the revision and update of 20+ technical reports, specifications, and studies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and improving project accuracy.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.

Education

Higher diploma - mechanical engineering

UTAS
Muscat
01.2017 - 01.2022

Skills

Leadership and team coordination across engineering and tourism industries

Multitasking and prioritization to manage simultaneous projects and operations

Crisis management and emergency response planning in diverse environments

Data analysis and performance tracking to drive continuous improvements

Strategic planning and execution for both travel logistics and technical operations

Marketing and promotion expertise, leveraging social media and other platforms to enhance visibility Proficient in engineering design using software like AutoCAD

Expertise in steam injection methods and energy systems within the oil industry

Skilled in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and maintaining mechanical systems and equipment

Strong project management abilities, overseeing engineering tasks from concept to completion

Exceptional communication skills; fluent in English, with experience engaging diverse audiences

Proficient in itinerary planning, group management, and client-focused travel solutions

Skilled in handling unexpected issues, such as travel delays or itinerary changes, with professionalism

Certification

Mechanical Engineering Training, GBS, 01/01/22, 12/31/22, Outlined design requirements, including components, regulatory requirements and performance specifications, Eliminated malfunctions in systems and components with recommended design modifications, Assessed feasibility, costs and maintenance requirements of different designs and applications, Calculated tolerances and loads for designs, Reviewed and assisted in updating reports, specifications and studies

Coursework

  • Automotive Engineering
  • Thermodynamics
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Strength of Materials
  • Dynamics and Control Systems
  • Heat Transfer

Software

Auto Cad

SoildWorks

Catia

Ms Word

SaleForce

Rezgo

Interests

Sustainable Engineering

Innovative Travel Solutions

Leadership Development

Traveling

Adventure Sports

Volunteering

Timeline

Operations Manager –

Wabar tours
11.2022 - Current

Mechanical Engineering Training

GBS
01.2022 - 12.2022

Tour Guide -

Wabar Tours
09.2021 - 11.2022

Higher diploma - mechanical engineering

UTAS
01.2017 - 01.2022
Ali AlbusaidiMechanical Engineer