Sandeepa Udayanga
Maintenance Engineer
Kalutara
Summary
Maintenance specialist with over nine years of experience in food processing and chemical manufacturing; skilled in preventive maintenance, automation, and cross-functional leadership. Led commissioning projects for Perera & Sons and Richlife Dairies, achieving zero safety incidents during integrations while managing complex installation projects under budget. Promoted to Deputy Manager in 2025 after successfully enhancing team productivity through structured training initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Deputy Manager - Engineering & Maintenance
Perera and Sons Bakers Pvt Ltd
04.2025 - Current
- Instituted a comprehensive predictive maintenance program using vibration analysis and thermal imaging, decreasing unscheduled downtime by 40% and increasing equipment lifespan by 25%.
- Curated engineering parts inventory, aligning reorder points with demand forecasts to achieve 98% parts availability, supporting technician team to enhance the preventive maintenance program.
- Optimized maintenance costs, maintaining expenses below 1.5% of production value through process efficiency improvements and strategic spare parts management.
- Piloted the complete installation of three automated production lines, including advanced bakery machinery, cold storage units, and packaging systems, ensuring zero downtime and adherence to stringent quality standards.
- Spearheaded the WWTP expansion, incorporating advanced aeration technology that decreased sludge production by 15% and earned commendation from the Central Environmental Authority for exceeding compliance benchmarks.
- Cultivated a high-performance maintenance team through targeted mentorship and hands-on training, decreasing equipment downtime by 15% and improving overall production line efficiency by 20%.
Engineer
Richlife Dairies Limited
08.2017 - 03.2021
- Implemented Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) systems, ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards and fostering a culture of workplace safety and achieving zero accidents in compliance with ISO 45001:2018 standards.
- Managed wastewater treatment plant operations and maintenance, ensuring compliance with CEA regulations and adherence to ISO 14001:2015 environmental standards.
- Instituted standardized operating procedures (SOPs) for all critical engineering systems, directly impacting the reduction of equipment failures by 12% and reducing emergency maintenance by 20%, improving operational efficiency.
- Led and managed large-scale engineering projects, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and quality expectations.
Assistant Engineer
Macksons paint Lanka pvt Ltd
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Maintained and upgraded production equipment to enhance operational efficiency and overall productivity.
- Coordinated the successful commissioning of Alkyd and PVA resin plant systems, ensuring smooth start-up and seamless integration into production workflows.
- Documented maintenance procedures and supported asset life-cycle management to ensure traceability, reliability, and long-term performance of equipment.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Manufacturing Management
University of Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka 01.2022 - 01.2023
National Diploma in Technology - Mechanical Engineering Technology
University of Moratuwa
Moratuwa, Sri Lanka 01.2013 - 01.2016
G.C.E A/L - Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
C.W.W. Kannangara Central Collage
01.2008 - 01.2011
Skills
- Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
- PLC/HMI Programming & Troubleshooting
- Pneumatic & Hydraulic Systems
- Automated Food Processing Machinery
- Utility Systems: Boilers, Chillers, Compressors
- WWTP Operations & Chemical/Biological Treatment
- Machine Installation & Commissioning
- CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
- Cost analysis and savings
Certification
CMMS - Computerized Maintenance Management System
Timeline
Deputy Manager - Engineering & Maintenance
Perera and Sons Bakers Pvt Ltd
04.2025 - Current
Post Graduate Diploma - Manufacturing Management
University of Colombo
01.2022 - 01.2023
Engineer
Richlife Dairies Limited
08.2017 - 03.2021
Assistant Engineer
Macksons paint Lanka pvt Ltd
01.2016 - 08.2017
National Diploma in Technology - Mechanical Engineering Technology
University of Moratuwa
01.2013 - 01.2016
G.C.E A/L - Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
C.W.W. Kannangara Central Collage
01.2008 - 01.2011
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