Naveed Rashid
About Naveed Rashid
Naveed Rashid serves as the Chief Manager at Sterlite Technologies Limited, where he oversees engineering projects and maintenance operations. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from NIT Srinagar and an MBA in Operations Management from NMIMS.
Current Role at Sterlite Technologies
Naveed Rashid serves as Chief Manager at Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL) since 2022. In this role, he spearheads engineering projects across all Optical Fiber (OF) plants in India, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. He leads a team of skilled engineers, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. His responsibilities include overseeing the operation and maintenance of essential utilities, optimizing resource consumption to ensure uninterrupted availability.
Previous Experience at Sterlite Technologies
Prior to his current position, Naveed Rashid held several roles at Sterlite Technologies. He worked as Maintenance Lead from 2016 to 2019, followed by a position as Engineering and Maintenance Manager from 2019 to 2022. In these roles, he managed the maintenance of critical process machines and developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime. He also collaborated with external vendors and internal stakeholders to source equipment and negotiate contracts.
Education and Qualifications
Naveed Rashid holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. He further pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Operations Management and Supervision at SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), completing his studies from 2021 to 2023. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his engineering and management roles.
Leadership and Project Management
In his current role, Naveed Rashid is responsible for developing and managing budgets for projects, utilities, and maintenance activities. He identifies cost-saving opportunities and ensures compliance with relevant regulations and safety standards. His leadership extends to driving process enhancements and evaluating emerging technologies to optimize operations and maintenance procedures, contributing to the overall efficiency of the organization.
Early Education
Naveed Rashid completed his early education at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Chandigarh, where he studied Science from 2000 to 2006. This foundational education set the stage for his later studies in engineering and management.