Ajay Rawat — Operations Associate
With over 12 years of progressive experience in Plant & Machinery management across mining, infrastructure, and EPC projects, I specialize in asset optimization, maintenance strategy, and fleet performance improvement. Currently working with Starax Minerals India Pvt Ltd, I manage and oversee a fleet of 150+ heavy earthmoving and mining equipment with an asset value exceeding ₹98 Crore. My core expertise lies in improving equipment reliability, reducing operational costs, and driving structured preventive maintenance systems. Key highlights of my experience include: • Improved equipment availability from 82% to 90% through preventive and predictive maintenance planning • Reduced breakdown frequency by 30% using root cause analysis (RCA) and condition monitoring • Administered ₹5 Crore annual maintenance budget with 12% cost optimization • Implemented diesel theft monitoring and fuel tracking system leading to 15% reduction in fuel consumption • Led and supervised 150+ technicians and maintenance personnel across multiple project sites I bring strong exposure to heavy earthmoving machinery (HEMM), mining dumpers, loaders, dozers, excavators, crushers, and conveyor systems. I am experienced in SAP-MM, ERP systems, diagnostic tools, and maintenance reporting dashboards. My professional focus is on transitioning into strategic corporate roles in Asset Management, Equipment Planning, Reliability Engineering, and Maintenance Strategy where I can contribute to operational excellence and long-term asset value enhancement. I am open to connecting with professionals and organizations in mining, infrastructure, EPC, and heavy equipment sectors.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned professional in Asset and Fleet Management within the Mining and Infrastructure sectors.
Location: Kollam, Kerala, India
Experience: 13 yrs 10 mos
Skills
- Maintenance Management
- Asset Management
Career Highlights
- Improved equipment availability from 82% to 90%
- Reduced breakdown frequency by 30% using RCA
- Administered ₹5 Crore annual maintenance budget with 12% optimization
Work Experience
LSR INFRACON PVT LTD
Manager-Plant and Machinery (2 yrs 11 mos)
KCC Infra Private Limited
Assistant Manager Plant and Mechinery (7 mos)
SHIVALAYA CONSTRUCTION COMPANY PRIVATE LIMITED
Senior Engineer (2 yrs 9 mos)
Swarn Jyanti Construction Private Limited
Mechanical Engineer (2 yrs)
Dilip BuildCon Limited
Junior Engineer (6 yrs 5 mos)
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - BE at Uttrakhand Technical University, Dehradun
at Kendriya Vidyalaya
at Kendriya Vidyalaya