FAMCO’s Nasser Ahmed Al-Bloushi talks CW through a typical working day as a product support manager in the UAE’s construction sector.
6.00: My alarm goes off. I wake up, pray, get ready, and have my breakfast.
7.30: I drive to the office.
8.00: I arrive at the office, check my e-mails, and respond to each one in turn.
9.30: I ensure that equipment is delivered to the customer, as per our agreed specifications. I also check that units have been delivered with the correct operating instructions. I then guide and train customers on safe operations and routine maintenance.
13.00: I have my lunch.
14.00: I visit customers’ sites to see FAMCO-supplied equipment in situ. I frequently offer guidance to the customer in terms of proper maintenance procedures.
18:00: After leaving my final customer’s site, I deliver a debrief of the day’s activities.
19.30: I go to the gym. Getting a good workout helps to release stress.
21.00: I eat dinner with all of my family members.
22.00: I watch the news on television and discuss the day’s happenings with my father and brother.
23.00: It’s time to say goodnight.