Hernando Castro - GSE / Facility Maintenance Supervisor

Summary

Accomplished GSE / Facility Maintenance Supervisor at ISLA Logistics Corp., renowned for enhancing equipment reliability through preventive maintenance and team supervision. Spearheaded energy-saving initiatives, reducing costs by 15%. Expert in electrical troubleshooting and fostering team collaboration, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Dedicated Maintenance Supervisor offering 23 years of successful team management in maintenance-driven roles. Adept at scheduling facilities maintenance to minimizing downtime and safety hazards. Well-versed in equipment troubleshooting and repair with focus on quality and efficiency.

Overview

23

years of professional experience

Work History

GSE / Facility Maintenance Supervisor

ISLA Logistics Corp.

09.2002 - 10.2025

Supervised maintenance team to ensure timely completion of repair tasks and service requests.
Implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
Coordinated scheduling of maintenance activities to minimize downtime and optimize resource allocation.
Trained staff on safety protocols and maintenance best practices to promote workplace safety and compliance.
Streamlined inventory management for maintenance supplies, ensuring availability while reducing excess stock.
Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
Assisted in the planning and execution of facility expansions, ensuring proper installation of new equipment and seamless integration with existing systems.
Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
Observed guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment for projects.
Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
Conducted root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implemented corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence.
Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
Fostered a positive work environment that led to high employee morale and retention rates, while consistently meeting performance expectations.
Promoted continuous improvement by encouraging staff to suggest innovative ideas for process enhancements and cost-saving initiatives.
Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
Supervised 55 employees and scheduled shifts.
Implemented energy-saving initiatives by identifying areas for improvement in equipment operation and facility management practices.
Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective materials procurement.
Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Major in Biology

Far Eastern University

Manila, Philippines

04.2001 -

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Team supervision

Troubleshooting

Materials requisition

Emergency response

Welding techniques

Quality control

Preventive Maintenance

Equipment troubleshooting

Staff management

Inventory replenishment

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Inventory monitoring

Work order management

Electrical systems

Vendor relationship management

Vehicle maintenance

Plumbing repairs

Pest control

Grounds maintenance

Roofing repairs

Maintenance scheduling

Vendor coordination

Cost control

Performance monitoring

Equipment maintenance

Risk assessment

Contractor coordination

Elevator maintenance

Work assignment delegation

Painting techniques

Maintenance planning

Task prioritization

Reliability

Problem-solving aptitude

Time management

Employee safety training

Skilled maintenance and repair

Hand and power tool operation

Machinery operations

Tools and equipment maintenance

Multitasking

Adaptability

Team building

Safety compliance

Tool and parts inventory oversight

Accident and injury investigation

Computerized maintenance management

Work area inspection

Team collaboration

Worker training

Equipment operation

Continuous improvement