Mechanical Engineering Technical Lead
Resume:
SALETE PEREIRA
**************@*****.***
http://www.linkedin.com/in/salete-pereira/
Mechanical Engineering Graduate with extensive experience as a Quality Manager, Logistics and Production Supervisor, and management of maintenance contracts Technician in sectors such as construction, industry, and services. Recognized for strong leadership skills in managing multidisciplinary teams and implementing safety and operational efficiency practices. Proven abilities in team coordination, activity management, and strategic planning. Proactive, resilient, and results-oriented, with a strong focus on achieving pre-established goals and continued improvement . FULL MEMBER OF THE ORDER OF TECHNICAL ENGINEERS (OET) EDUCATION AND TRAINING
SIX SIGMA – BLACK BELT
ISQ – INSTITUTO DE SOLDADURA E
QUALIDADE (CERTIFICAÇÃO ILSSI –
INTERNATIONAL LEAN SIX SIGMA
INSTITUTE) 05/2025
DEGREE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ISEP - Instituto Superior De
Engenharia do Porto (Higher Institute
of Engineering in Oporto) 11/2001 -
02/2004
BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING
IPG - Polytechnic Institute of Guarda
10/1991 - 07/1995
LEAN MANUFACTURING Green Zone
Academy, 05/2022 - 06/2022
LOAD HANDLING Green Zone
Academy, 02/2021 - 03/2021
SELF-PROTECTION MEASURES PLAN
Green Zone Academy, 10/2017 -
11/2017
PERFORMANCE IN EMERGENCY
SITUATIONS RRA Consultants,
03/2012
QUALITY MANAGEMENT UrbanForm,
04/2013
QUALITY AND SAFETY SYSTEMS
UrbanForm, 04/2013
QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
AUDITS UrbanForm, 05/2013
EMM MANAGEMENT RRA
Consultants, 10/2011
TRAINING OF TRAINERS (CAP)
Pentagram, 12/2007
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGER (OHS)
Mecwide S.A. (Matosinhos Factory) 11/2023 – Present
Oversee Occupational Health and Safety conditions in the manufacturing sector, managing a team of approximately 35 employees.
Ensure all activities are conducted under safe and healthy working conditions.
Implement preventive measures and conduct risk assessments across various production stages.
Manage all documentation required by applicable standards and legal regulations.
LOGISTICS DIRECTOR
Agrikor, Lda. - Angola 06/2018 – 09/2023
Led a team of 14 employees, including 10 logistics staff and 4 technical support professionals, ensuring timely fulfilment of all requests.
Managed the company’s vehicle fleet and coordinated inventory and equipment operations.
Acted as the primary liaison between the company and official entities, facilitating efficient and strategic solutions.
DEPUTY PRODUCTION MANAGER
Tecnagri S.A. - Service Provision Company, S.A. - Angola 08/2017 – 05/2018
Oversaw financial control, document management, and order processing.
Ensured compliance and timely responses to requests from official and supervisory entities.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT MANAGER
Omatapalo – Construction and Engineering, S.A. - Angola 01/2016 – 06/2017
Ensured Occupational Health and Safety conditions and implemented the Health and Safety Plan, managing a team of 20 employees.
Handled procurement, management, and distribution of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Monitored workplace safety and health conditions, introducing preventive measures and conducting risk assessments at various production stages. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT MANAGER
Opaia Construction, S.A. - Angola 06/2014 – 11/2015
Ensured Occupational Health and Safety compliance and executed the Health and Safety Plan, overseeing 30 employees.
Performed duties identical to those at Omatapalo – Construction and Engineering, S.A..
SALETE PEREIRA
**************@*****.***
http://www.linkedin.com/in/salete-pereira/
SENIOR TECHNICIAN IN
OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE AND SAFETY
(CAP) IDT Institute of
Technological Development,
10/2005 - 10/2006
KEY SKILLS
Strong leadership and initiative,
Effective time and resource
management,
Proficient in quality management
and control,
Extensive experience in logistics
and procurement operations,
Skilled in negotiation and financial
control,
Clear and concise communication
abilities,
Quick adaptability to new
environments and contexts.
Advanced problem-solving skills,
Decisive and results-driven
decision-making,
Excellent teamwork and
collaboration,
Highly proactive and self-
motivated,
Strong critical thinking and
analytical capabilities,
Flexible and versatile in dynamic
settings,
LANGUAGES
PORTUGUESE
ENGLISH
SPANISH
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
Good knowledge of Sage
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Volunteer: supporting children
with oncological diseases
(Acreditar) 2012 - 2014
HOBBIES
Reading and Traveling,
Listening to music;
Cinema and series,
Exhibitions;
Cultural shows;
Social interaction.
TECHNICAL CONSTRUCTION DIRECTOR
Ambiágua – Water Equipment Management, S.A. - Portugal 12/2009 – 11/2012
Managed all project phases, ensuring adherence to schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.
Acted as the liaison between clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and supervisory teams.
Prepared technical reports and documentation detailing project progress, deliveries, and compliance with technical standards.
Supervised and coordinated the installation of industrial equipment, ensuring alignment with technical specifications.
Identified and resolved incompatibilities between project designs and installed equipment.
Executed Health and Safety Plans and compiled technical documentation for projects.
FACTORY DIRECTOR
Ventarco – Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Lda. - Portugal 10/2007 – 03/2009
Developed and implemented operational strategies aligned with the company’s overarching goals.
Supervised production planning and control, ensuring deadlines were met efficiently.
Ensured production processes adhered to quality requirements.
Enforced health and safety compliance across all factory operations.
Implemented an effective inventory management system to streamline operations.
CONSTRUCTION COORDINATOR - MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Imisa - Mantenimiento y Montaje, S.A. - Spain 04/2004 – 12/2004
Developed and tracked execution schedules, ensuring timely project delivery.
Led multidisciplinary teams and managed subcontractor activities.
Controlled material supply, receipt, and storage processes.
Monitored project expenses, analysed deviations, and implemented corrective measures.
Prepared progress reports, performance indicators, and technical documentation for internal use and clients.
Oversaw production control and prepared detailed measurement reports. CONSTRUCTION COORDINATOR - MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Portucel Viana S.A. - Portugal 08/2000 – 11/2003
Performed responsibilities similar to those at Imisa - Mantenimiento y Montaje, S.A., including project execution, team leadership, and technical documentation.
SUPPLIER QUALITY MANAGER
Dura Automotive Portuguese - Portugal 05/1997 – 08/2000
Established and maintained strategic relationships with suppliers to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Participated in the approval processes for new suppliers and managed product approval and initial sample validation.
Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives and managed non- conformance issues.
Ensured suppliers met industry-specific and customer-defined quality requirements.
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