Amira Benali
127 Rue de la Liberté, Algiers 16000, Algeria
+213 21 445 8923 | amira.benali@email.com


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Building Maintenance Engineer
Meridian Facilities Solutions, Algiers
January 2021 – Present

• Oversee comprehensive building maintenance operations for a 500,000 sq ft commercial facility, ensuring optimal performance of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Manage HVAC systems maintenance and troubleshooting, reducing equipment downtime by 35% through implementation of preventive maintenance schedules
• Supervise team of 6 maintenance technicians, providing training and development opportunities while maintaining 98% work order completion rate
• Coordinate access control systems and security infrastructure upgrades, ensuring compliance with building codes and safety regulations
• Utilize Yardi Voyager for work order management, inventory tracking, and maintenance documentation, improving response time to tenant requests by 40%
• Perform metal fabrication and custom repairs for building infrastructure, saving approximately $45,000 annually in outsourced contractor costs
• Collaborate with facilities management team to develop and execute landscape maintenance programs and exterior building upkeep

Building Engineer
Pinnacle Property Management, Oran
March 2017 – December 2020

• Maintained daily operations of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems across multiple Class A office buildings totaling 350,000 sq ft
• Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, boilers, chillers, and building automation systems
• Responded to emergency maintenance requests and performed troubleshooting to minimize tenant disruption and maintain building operations
• Managed equipment maintenance logs and documentation using SharePoint and Microsoft Outlook for interdepartmental communication
• Executed painting projects and interior/exterior building repairs to maintain aesthetic standards and property value
• Assisted in training junior maintenance staff on safety protocols and equipment operation procedures

Maintenance Technician
Atlas Building Services, Algiers
June 2013 – February 2017

• Performed general building maintenance including plumbing repairs, electrical troubleshooting, and HVAC filter replacements
• Responded to tenant work orders and completed repairs in accordance with service level agreements
• Maintained inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels for daily operations
• Assisted senior engineers with major system repairs and equipment installations
• Documented completed work orders and maintenance activities in facility management software


EDUCATION

Associate of Applied Science in Building Systems Technology
Institut Polytechnique d'Alger, Algiers
Graduated: May 2013

High School Diploma
Lycée Didouche Mourad, Algiers
Graduated: June 2009


CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification
• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)


TECHNICAL SKILLS

Building Systems: HVAC Systems, Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Building Automation Systems, Access Control Systems
Maintenance Operations: Equipment Maintenance, Facilities Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Landscape Maintenance
Technical Skills: Metal Fabrication, Painting, Troubleshooting, Emergency Repairs
Software & Tools: Yardi Voyager, SharePoint, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft OneNote
Management: Team Management, People Development, Supervisory Skills, People Management


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Experienced in managing vendor relationships and coordinating with external contractors for specialized repairs
• Strong knowledge of local building codes, OSHA regulations, and safety compliance requirements
• Available for on-call emergency response and flexible scheduling to support 24/7 facility operations