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Leojay Lorenzo Alfara

Leojay Lorenzo Alfara

AFCS Consultant
Pasay, Metro Manila

Summary

Experienced and results-driven Consultant specializing in Automatic Fare Collection Systems (AFCS) with over 10 years of expertise in the design, implementation, and optimization of fare collection solutions for transportation networks. Proven track record in delivering comprehensive AFCS strategies that improve operational efficiency, enhance user experience, and ensure secure, scalable solutions. Skilled in system integration, hardware and software configuration, as well as troubleshooting and maintenance of complex fare collection systems. Adept at collaborating with stakeholders, understanding business requirements, and providing technical leadership to implement cutting-edge technology solutions in the public transportation sector.

Key Skills:

  • Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) System Design & Integration
  • Contactless Ticketing
  • Involved in the upgrade and migration from the magnetic ticketing system to the contactless ticketing system (BEEP card) in 2014-2015.
  • System Configuration & Troubleshooting
  • Project Management & Technical Consulting
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Requirements Analysis

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

AFCS CONSULTANT

Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC)
07.2024 - Current

1. Construction Stage


System Design and Infrastructure Planning:

Electrical Works:

  • Design and specify power requirements for all AFC components, including ticket vending machines, gates, kiosks, and fare validators.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant electrical codes (e.g., IEC, NEC, BS 7671) for wiring, grounding, and protection systems.
  • Plan and design electrical circuits, load calculations, and ensure the provision of power backup systems (UPS) and surge protection.
  • Coordinate with electrical engineers to ensure power is supplied safely and consistently across the AFC system.


Mechanical and Civil Works:

  • Ensure mechanical systems like ticket vending machines, turnstiles, and barriers are properly designed, installed, and operational, including their interfaces with electrical and data systems.
  • Review civil works such as the placement of hardware in stations, installation of ticket vending machines, gates, and kiosks. Ensure they meet physical requirements (e.g., space, structural integrity, accessibility, environmental protection).
  • Ensure site preparation and conduit installation are done per system needs for both electrical and data wiring.
  • Compliance with Safety and Industry Standards:
  • Adhere to safety regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 45001 for occupational health and safety, ISO 14001 for environmental management).
  • Ensure that electrical installations comply with safety protocols to prevent electrical hazards, such as short circuits, overcurrent, and fire risks.
  • Ensure that mechanical and civil work meet local building codes, standards for structural stability, and seismic safety (if applicable).


2. Deployment Stage


System Installation, Integration, and Commissioning:

Electrical Systems:

  • Oversee the installation of electrical components (e.g., wiring, power supplies, circuit breakers) ensuring correct voltage and safety.
  • Coordinate commissioning of the electrical system, including the installation of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) units, generators, and backup power systems to guarantee AFC system functionality during power outages.
  • Ensure the grounding system (e.g., earthling, GFCIs, RCDs) is installed correctly for electrical safety, preventing potential electrical shock hazards


Mechanical Systems:

  • Supervise the installation of mechanical components, such as ticket vending machines, barriers, fare gates, and kiosks.
  • Ensure that turnstiles, ticket gates, and other mechanical systems integrate smoothly with electrical and communication infrastructure.
  • Ensure that equipment is physically secured, preventing mechanical failures and ensuring long-term durability.


Civil Works and Infrastructure:

  • Coordinate the installation of cabling, electrical panels, and control systems into designated civil structures (stations, terminals, etc.).
  • Oversee the construction of shelters or protective enclosures for electrical and mechanical components.
  • Manage structural integrity checks for mounts, brackets, or posts supporting AFC hardware.

Compliance with Local, National, and International Standards:

  • Ensure that all electrical, mechanical, and civil work follows relevant local building codes, electrical standards and health and safety standards.
  • Ensure electrical systems comply with data security regulations.


3. Operation Stage


System Monitoring, Maintenance, and Optimization:

Electrical Maintenance and Monitoring:

  • Monitor power consumption of AFC systems to optimize energy usage and operational costs. Propose energy-efficient solutions such as LED lighting or low-power components.
  • Develop a preventive maintenance plan for electrical systems (e.g., testing UPS, inspecting power lines, cables, and backup generators).
  • Manage electrical troubleshooting, including dealing with power failures, voltage fluctuations, or circuit malfunctions.
  • Conduct surge protection checks, ensuring that AFC systems remain safe from power spikes.
  • Mechanical System Maintenance:
  • Oversee the regular maintenance of mechanical components like turnstiles, ticket machines, and barriers. This includes checking for wear, lubricating moving parts, and replacing defective components.
  • Ensure preventive maintenance of mechanical systems to avoid breakdowns, including monitoring the wear on ticket validators, machines, and gates.

IT HEAD

FPOSI Leyte
05.2018 - 12.2022
  • Company Overview: Freight Processing Solutions Incorporated
  • Responsible for Network Monitoring
  • Responsible for the Interconnection of Computers, Routers, Network Switches and Network Hubs
  • Coordinates directly to the Network Administrator regarding network bandwidth status
  • Responsible for Network Troubleshooting in Pressured Time
  • Monitors all Agents internet activity
  • Responsible for Domain Server Management 2003 and 2012
  • Freight Processing Solutions Incorporated

RAIL Senior Supervisor

AF PAYMENTS
08.2018 - 02.2019
  • Responsible for Manpower allocation and scheduling
  • Responsible for AFCS System
  • Responsible for Project Management
  • Responsible in System Interface
  • Responsible in Detailed Technical Reports
  • Monitors Project Progress and Activity
  • Responsible for Key Performance Indicators (KPI) System

Communication Engineer

Hyundai Rotem Manila Branch
04.2018 - 09.2018
  • Responsible for Project Design
  • Responsible for AFCS and Communication System
  • Responsible for Project Management
  • Responsible in System Interface
  • Responsible in Detailed Technical Reports
  • Monitors Project Progress and Activity

AFCS Engineer

Miescor Rail
10.2014 - 10.2015
  • Company Overview: MRAIL
  • Responsible for commissioning and testing of equipment
  • Responsible for the installation of POS and SCS equipment’s for contactless fare collection system
  • Responsible for fast and reliable software installation
  • Coordinates directly to the Project Manager and Project consultant, regarding work schedules and priorities
  • Assist project managers and team members with daily tasks including client reporting and communications
  • Monitors all workers deployment at site with the aid of site supervisor and foremen
  • MRAIL

Asst. Warranty Manager

AP Trans
04.2011 - 04.2014
  • Company Overview: North Extension Project Line1
  • Responsible for commissioning and testing of equipment
  • Responsible for AFCS equipment installation
  • Software Installation and Deployment
  • Troubleshooting System and hardware issues
  • Responsible for workarounds solution if fixed solution is not yet available
  • Responsible for network troubleshooting
  • Coordinates to Warranty Manager and Clients regarding to issues encountered
  • North Extension Project Line1

Electronic Laboratory Technician

CPG
09.2009 - 03.2011
  • Company Overview: Maintenance Contractor of LRT1
  • Responsible for repairing all electronic equipment’s
  • Responsible in conducting preventive maintenance to all electro mechanical equipment’s
  • Responsible to troubleshoot equipment’s in pressured time
  • Evaluates suppliers/contractor’s quotations and proposals
  • Maintenance Contractor of LRT1

Education

Computer and Electronic Technology -

Tacloban Institute of Electronics
Tacloban City, Leyte
01.2004 - 01.2008

Saint Mary’s Academy of Palo - undefined

Saint Mary’s Academy of Palo
Palo, Leyte
01.2000 - 01.2004

Pawing Palo Elementary School - undefined

Pawing Palo Elementary School
Pawing Palo, Leyte
01.1994 - 01.2000

Skills

  • MS Word
  • MS Excel
  • MS Powerpoint
  • Autocad 2018
  • EDA Electronic Designing Tools
  • Electronic
  • Workbench
  • Domain Server Management
  • Computer Troubleshooting
  • Electronic Repair
  • Network Troubleshooting and Installation - LAN/WAN
  • Software Installation and Deployment
  • Basic Knowledge about PLC

Certification

I hereby certify that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Personal Information

  • Place of Birth: Tacloban City
  • Father's Name: Celestino P. Alfara
  • Mother's Name: Janet L. Alfara
  • Date of Birth: 08/16/87
  • Religion: Roman Catholic

Affiliations

Enrico R. Benipayo

President and CEO

LRMC


Remigio Carpio Jr.

Chief Operation Officer

AF Payments


Mr. Yun Youngbae

AFCS and Communication System Manager

MRT7 Project – Hyundai Rotem

Timeline

AFCS CONSULTANT

Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC)
07.2024 - Current

RAIL Senior Supervisor

AF PAYMENTS
08.2018 - 02.2019

IT HEAD

FPOSI Leyte
05.2018 - 12.2022

Communication Engineer

Hyundai Rotem Manila Branch
04.2018 - 09.2018

AFCS Engineer

Miescor Rail
10.2014 - 10.2015

Asst. Warranty Manager

AP Trans
04.2011 - 04.2014

Electronic Laboratory Technician

CPG
09.2009 - 03.2011

Computer and Electronic Technology -

Tacloban Institute of Electronics
01.2004 - 01.2008

Saint Mary’s Academy of Palo - undefined

Saint Mary’s Academy of Palo
01.2000 - 01.2004

Pawing Palo Elementary School - undefined

Pawing Palo Elementary School
01.1994 - 01.2000
I hereby certify that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Leojay Lorenzo AlfaraAFCS Consultant