Youcef AKSOUM

Dependable director with excellent financial acumen. Builds efficiencies and optimises processes to minimise costs.

Strategic leader with polished presentation and savvy negotiation skills. Adept at pitching and forging partnerships to leverage opportunities. Empowers diverse and multi-disciplinary teams.

Talented executive leader driven to optimise methods and mindsets to exceed objectives. History setting ambitious goals for all the factory operations. Knowledgeable about regulations and industry best practices.

April 2023 – Current

LA BERGERE - CHERAGA , ALGERIA

Industrial director

Managing the production unit "Procheese Sarl”

Managed client relationships to boost retention and maximise revenue.

Planned training programme to expand team skills and drive performance.

Negotiated with suppliers to reduce costs and secure stable stock levels.

Recruited top-performing staff to drive organisational growth.

Managed daily operations by overseeing financials, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and employee performance.

Determined performance goals, providing crucial feedback on methods to reach milestones.

Enforced adherence to established operational processes for delivering exceptional projects.

Led team by example to align objectives with overall organisational strategy.

Performed objective and rigorous research to assess and manage business risk.

Encouraged implementation and usage of new systems and processes into organisation to drive business efficiency.

October 2021 - March 2023

IFFCO FOODSTUFFS SPA - Rouiba , ALGERIA

Plant Manager

Coordinated inventory audits to align supply levels with production schedule.

Established and adjusted control systems to provide operations sequence falls in line with commissioning requirements.

Oversaw general maintenance of buildings, plant and equipment, coordinating workflow to complete maintenance duties.

Prepared monthly and yearly management reports to present key facility statistics.

Developed production schedules, driving adherence through frequent progress evaluation.

Implemented process improvements supporting quality, cost-control and customer service.

Led investigations into system issues and planned fixes to minimise downtime and control costs.

Monitored on-site health, safety and welfare, managing environmental outputs within allowable limits.

Planned maintenance activities in accordance with budget limitations, building use needs and operational requirements.

Defined and executed preventative maintenance schedule to reduce equipment downtime.

June 2021 - October 2021

IFFCO FOODSTUFF - Rouiba , ALGERIA , Algeria

Maintenance Manager

Executed preventive maintenance programme by planning and coordinating major scheduled maintenance outages.

Followed manufacturers' equipment manuals while doing repairs.

Kept records of repairs and adjustments to help prevent future issues.

Supervised contractors on site to verify completed work met legal and company requirements.

Delegated tasks to capable employees to efficiently manage resources.

Contributed to creation and implementation of best practice maintenance vision, strategy and policies to improve operational performance.

Established and implemented new procedures for standard maintenance scheduling.

Guided process of disposal of obsolete machinery, plant and equipment in compliance with legal requirements.

Tracked departmental costs and expenditures to meet budgetary goals.

Examined work orders to determine priorities.

Planned incentive programs to maximise employee performance.

Scheduled both internal and external works, maximising planned down time and reducing unplanned downtime.

Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.

Directed special projects to enforce adherence to project specifications and project completion within budget and schedule.

Oversaw work order systems and managed documents to improve timely repair completion rates.

Coached, mentored and developed high performing maintenance team to meet agreed objectives in assigned areas.

Monitored facility operations, employee tasks and performance to enforce adherence to safety standards.

March 2019 - May 2021

SOBCO SARL - Boumerdes , Algeria

Technical manager

Supervised implementation project designed to improve system productivity.

Interacted with cross-functional teams in such areas as analysis, architecture, build and deployment.

Adhered to health and safety policy to prevent injury to self and others.

Developed and managed proactive maintenance schedule for technical equipment to minimise breakdowns.

Stayed updated on all changes in legislations and working practices affecting company operations to keep operations compliant with legal requirements.

Consulted with clients to ascertain project requirements and communicated with internal staff to handle project planning and scheduling.

Gave guidance on relevant technical or building expenditure and managed consequent costs within agreed budgets.

Coordinated tasks with business and technology units to meet delivery schedules and milestones.

Compiled and turned data into in-depth, easy-to-understand spreadsheets and reports to be presented to management team.

December 2015 - February 2019

SARL ZINE FOOD  - Rouiba , ALGERIA

Technical manager

 Study and monitoring of new works and projects

Supplier follow-up

Monitoring of subcontractors

Responsible for maintenance services "mechanical, electrical, utilities, maintenance methods, etc

Assessed need for new equipment and handled procurement process for required items.

Reported any damaged or faulty technical equipment in assigned venues, handling repair and maintenance.

Coordinated tasks with business and technology units to meet delivery schedules and milestones.

July 2012 - October 2015

SARL TANGO  - Rouiba , Algeria

Maintenance engineer

Developed and implemented operations manuals, policies and procedures and maintenance programmes schedules.

Efficiently executed shut downs for planned maintenance.

Created step-by-step procedures for day-to-day tasks to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.

Responded promptly to call-out rota for out-of-hours emergency response.

Carried out major and minor refurbishment works in various types of environments.

Completed extensive and minor repairs, both reactive and preventative, on all types of manufacturing material.

Carried out all PPMs and reactive works on site to help reserve property conditions and prevent problems from occurring.

Demonstrated advanced skills working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

Established and maintained professional working relationships with all employees and clients.

Assisted with outside contractor security when brought in to install or service equipment.

Managed site logbook system and paperwork upkeep for accurate reporting.

Identified equipment spare parts routinely needed for maintenance or repair and liaised with suppliers to facilitate regular delivery and avoid shortages.

Mentored and coached apprentices to establish solidly performing teams.

Carried out electrical and mechanical fault-finding inspections and repairs per company requirements.

Supervised subcontractors appropriately and complied with contractual commitments and site operating processes.

February 2011 - June 2012

PETROLEUM INDUSTRY ENGINEERING - Hassi Messaoud , ALGERIA

Site supervisor

Conducted in-depth quality inspections on finished construction work, ensuring projects were completed to standards.

Increased site efficiencies by observing operations and recommending project changes.

Kept production team moving at optimal levels in daily site operations.

Continuously evaluated employee performance, conducting training sessions when improvements were needed.

Purchased high-quality project materials by sourcing reliable local suppliers.

Ensured teams followed company policies and safety regulations by closely monitoring all operations.

Enforced site safety rules, minimising work-related accidents and injuries.

Held daily meetings with site staff to communicate priorities and project updates.

Directed financial aspects of project by coordinating budget and tracking expenses.

Coordinated and supervised operatives' activities, allocating tasks and enforcing safety procedures to maintain safety.

Managed labour, purchases and costs to keep projects within budgets.

Followed scope of work documents to keep projects on schedule and costs within budget.

Assembled skilled workforce by recommending employment of qualified workers and training of operatives and demonstrating work processes to personnel.

Protected client property and equipment from damage by requesting removal of furniture, fixtures and machinery from work sites.

Reported safety and regulatory non-conformance to managers, minimising non-compliance risks and penalties.

Accurately tracked and documented work productions, providing detailed breakdowns of daily tasks.

Instructed staff on project goals and tasks, offering guidance and assistance in completing complex activities.

Verified project completion and handed over completed structures to clients, fulfilling delivery obligations.

January 2009 - February 2011

SODEXO ALGERIA  - HASSI MESSAOUD, ALGERIA

maintenance supervisor

Managed planned and reactive maintenance and repairs effectively, limiting operational downtime.

Defined and rolled out set maintenance and repair standards, aiding success against site strategy.

Demonstrated capabilities in diverse electrical and mechanical maintenance tasks, enhancing equipment performance.

Coordinated maintenance plans with operational teams to deliver optimal workplace efficiency.

Held responsibility for internal and external grounds maintenance, ensuring first-class safety and appearance standards.

Worked with meticulous attention to accuracy, ensuring repair work was completed promptly and precisely.

Implemented strategic maintenance programmes to optimise operational capabilities.

Carried out diligent quality checks, ensuring delivery of maintenance work met company standards.

Coached and mentored maintenance teams to deliver against assigned quality and safety standards.

Coordinated large company maintenance programme rollouts using outstanding planning and organisational skill.

Guided process of disposal of obsolete machinery, plant and equipment in compliance with legal requirements.

Kept records of repairs and adjustments to help prevent future issues.

February 2007 - December 2008

SODEXO ALGERIE - HASSI MESSAOUD, ALGERIA

Controled maintenance Management systen Senior Ag

Presented financial assessment findings to stakeholders through PowerPoint, charts and graphs.

Prepared reports as requested by management, including budgets and financial statements.

Coordinated month-end closing processes to ensure completion ahead of aggressive deadlines.

Planned Maintenance activities

Assure that the maintenance activities are well done according to QHSE standard

• Cursus Manager 
• CESI ALGERIA 2019/2020
• management courses 
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•             First Line Manager “Certificate” “FLM”
• MDI ALGIERS 213/214
• Team management training
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• Process Kaizen Engineer PKE “ Specialized ”
• Solving EFESO France 09/2013 to 03/2014
• Maintenance methodology expertise
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• Engineer "BAC+5"
• Mouloud Mammeri University
• State engineer in electronics option communication