MOHAMED MARENA
Maintenance Manager / Administer
Kampala,102
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Galaxy International School, excelling in team management and project efficiency. Skilled in operations management and problem-solving, I fostered a culture of continuous improvement, enhancing employee engagement and retention. My strategic planning and communication skills drove successful cross-functional collaboration, achieving significant operational enhancements.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Director Maintenance
Galaxy International School
09.2021 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
Procurement & Facility Manager
Horizon International School
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Maintained regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date on relevant laws, codes, standards, such as OSHA requirements.
- Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
- Achieved cost savings through negotiating service contracts, leveraging long-term relationships with trusted suppliers.
Maintenance Manager
Horizon International School
01.2019 - 09.2020
- Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Documented inventory of spare parts to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
Intern Supervisor
Water and Homes Ltd
02.2018 - 12.2018
- Monitored intern progress and provided regular feedback, contributing to their professional development.
- Designed an exit survey for departing interns, gathering valuable insights on areas of improvement within the program structure.
- Organized team-building activities that fostered camaraderie among interns and improved overall morale within the workplace.
- Managed intern assignments, ensuring each individual had appropriate tasks to develop their skillset.
Education
Diploma in Project Management in Practice - Project Management in Practice
Alison
Online 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Entrepreneurship And Small Business - Entrepreneurship
Makerere University Business School
Kampala, Uganda 04.2001 -
High School - UACE
Turkish Light Academy Secondary School
Wakiso, Uganda 04.2001 -
O-level - UCE
Kabowa High School
Kampala, Uganda 04.2001 -
Skills
Problem-solving
Project management
Operations management
Team management
People management
Verbal and written communication
Business administration
Certification
Certificate – Basics of compliance management
Timeline
Certificate – Basics of compliance management
04-2026
Certificate – Effective Business Communication
04-2026
Certificate – Introduction to Quick Books online
04-2026
Director Maintenance
Galaxy International School
09.2021 - Current
Procurement & Facility Manager
Horizon International School
10.2020 - 10.2021
Maintenance Manager
Horizon International School
01.2019 - 09.2020
Intern Supervisor
Water and Homes Ltd
02.2018 - 12.2018
Diploma in Project Management in Practice - Project Management in Practice
Alison
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Entrepreneurship And Small Business - Entrepreneurship
Makerere University Business School
04.2001 -
High School - UACE
Turkish Light Academy Secondary School
04.2001 -
O-level - UCE
Kabowa High School
04.2001 -
Swimming
Swimming: Engage in swimming to maintain physical fitness and mental focus, reflecting consistency, resilience, and time management skills.
Football
Football: Regularly engaged in football activities, enhancing teamwork, leadership, and time management skills.