Luay Shehadeh

Background

About Luay Shehadeh

I’m a results-driven engineering professional with over 8 years of experience in airport operations, automated systems (BHS), and maintenance management, working with top industry leaders like Vanderlande and Airport International Group (AIG). My career spans technical engineering, operational supervision, and strategic leadership with a proven ability to optimize systems, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure service excellence in high-demand environments. Currently, I serve as a Senior Maintenance Manager at Vanderlande, where I lead multi-disciplinary teams, drive system performance improvements, manage SLAs, and implement continuous improvement strategies for baggage handling systems in King Abdulaziz International Airport. Key areas of expertise include: • Airport Facility Systems (BHS, HVAC, LV/MV, PLC, SCADA) • Maintenance Strategy & CMMS • SLA/KPI Management & Reporting • Engineering Team Leadership & Development • Health, Safety, and QHSE Compliance • Client Relationship & Stakeholder Management • Criticality Analysis (FMECA, RI, PHA) I thrive in complex technical environments, bringing a combination of hands-on engineering knowledge and leadership acumen to deliver reliable, safe, and efficient operations. Whether it’s optimizing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting high-stakes systems, or mentoring engineers, I bring energy and purpose to every challenge.