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Kerem Zana Tanış

Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
Balıkesir,10

Summary

Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor with 8+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, specializing in steam turbines, rotating equipment, and utilities systems.

Proven track record in leading maintenance teams, improving equipment reliability, and reducing downtime through preventive and predictive maintenance strategies. Experienced in KPI-driven maintenance management including MTTR, MTBF, and OEE.

Strong background in troubleshooting, root cause analysis (RCA), and managing maintenance operations in high-demand industrial environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

ITC Integrated Solid Waste Management Facility
Alanya, Turkey
11.2024 - Current

• Led maintenance operations of mechanical systems, ensuring high equipment availability and reliability
• Managed preventive and corrective maintenance plans to reduce unplanned downtime
• Monitored and improved maintenance KPIs such as MTTR and MTBF
• Coordinated maintenance activities using CMMS/SAP PM systems
• Led maintenance team including task planning, supervision, and performance evaluation
• Conducted root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring failures
• Ensured compliance with HSE standards and maintenance procedures
• Contributed to OEE improvement through reliability-focused maintenance strategies
• Promoted a proactive maintenance culture to increase equipment reliability

Senior Field Service Engineer

Teknokon Group A.Ş.
Bandırma
02.2023 - 06.2024

• Executed maintenance and commissioning of steam turbines, rotating equipment, and auxiliary systems
• Worked on power plant
• Led multidisciplinary teams in international and high-pressure projects
• Performed troubleshooting and failure analysis on critical equipment
• Supported commissioning and cold commissioning activities
• Managed field operations, reporting, and client coordination

Senior Field Service Engineer

Preco Power
Kocaali, Turkey
11.2022 - 11.2023
  • Scheduled service calls according to customer location and urgency of need.
  • Maintained tools and equipment, parts inventory, and library of machine manuals.
  • Updated and maintained assigned machines per manufacturer specifications.
  • Disassembled and reassembled complex machinery to repair or replace worn or malfunctioning components.

Field Service Engineer

Joule Energy
Istanbul, Turkey
09.2018 - 03.2021
  • Provided remote support for clients experiencing technical difficulties, resolving problems quickly and efficiently without the need for on-site visits.
  • Led multidisciplinary teams in international and high-pressure projects
  • Executed maintenance and commissioning of steam turbines, rotating equipment, and auxiliary systems
  • Established strong relationships with customers through clear communication and consistent follow-up on outstanding issues.
  • Provided technical support to troubleshoot, repair and maintain operational efficiencies in hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
  • Examined faulty equipment, interpreted reports and analyzed customer complaints to diagnose equipment malfunction.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Energy Systems Engineering

Yalova Universty
Yalova
04.2001 -

Skills

Maintenance Management Preventive & Predictive Maintenance MTTR / MTBF / OEE Optimization CMMS Systems Utilities Systems (Steam, Biomass/Biogas, Natural Gas) Rotating Equipment & Turbines Root Cause Analysis (RCA) PLC/HMI Troubleshooting Team Leadership & Workforce Planning Maintenance KPI Reporting HSE Compliance & Risk Management Project Planning (MS Project)

Accomplishments

• Successfully led multiple maintenance teams during a critical project at Star Refinery despite sudden management changes, ensuring timely and smooth project completion

• Improved equipment reliability by implementing preventive maintenance strategies and reducing recurring failures

• Reduced unplanned downtime by identifying root causes of failures and applying corrective actions

• Led maintenance operations in high-pressure industrial environments (refinery, power plants), ensuring operational continuity

• Coordinated multidisciplinary teams across complex field service projects, improving execution efficiency

• Contributed to increased equipment performance and availability through structured maintenance planning

• Maintained strong safety performance by ensuring compliance with HSE standards and procedures

• Supported commissioning and maintenance of critical rotating equipment and steam turbine systems in multiple industrial facilities

Timeline

Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

ITC Integrated Solid Waste Management Facility
11.2024 - Current

Senior Field Service Engineer

Teknokon Group A.Ş.
02.2023 - 06.2024

Senior Field Service Engineer

Preco Power
11.2022 - 11.2023

Field Service Engineer

Joule Energy
09.2018 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Science - Energy Systems Engineering

Yalova Universty
04.2001 -
Kerem Zana TanışMechanical Maintenance Supervisor