Colonel Sabarish G Menon (Retd)
Warsaw,Poland
Summary
Seasoned Operations Leader, Crisis Management Expert, and Strategic Consultant with over 24 years of experience spanning defence, energy, and multinational business operations. Expertise in high-risk environments, security operations, strategic planning, and compliance governance. Led multi-billion-dollar projects, optimized cross-functional teams, and mitigated operational risks by 30% through proactive security frameworks and stakeholder engagement
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Oil & Gas MNC
Akwa Ibom, Nigeria
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Spearheaded the execution of Africa's largest $10 billion greenfield petrochemical project, leading a workforce of 6,000+, overseeing security operations with 500+ armed personnel, and implementing proactive risk mitigation strategies to ensure uninterrupted operations and infrastructure security.
- Directed security operations, risk management, and stakeholder engagement for an integrated petrochemical complex, ensuring regulatory compliance, asset protection, and community integration. Oversaw critical infrastructure upgrades, including the dredging of 2,000 Ha for land reclamation, port construction, power plant development, and large-scale pipeline transmission, ensuring operational continuity, regulatory adherence, and timely project execution.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by reducing compliance violations by 30%, cutting costs by 15% through strategic procurement, and increasing profitability by 20% via financial controls. Led logistics and supply chain operations, managing a 600+ truck fleet with real-time security monitoring, route optimization, and crisis response planning to ensure uninterrupted transport and operational continuity.
- Strengthened stakeholder engagement by leading multi-million-dollar land acquisition negotiations, securing regulatory approvals, and fostering partnerships across 37 local communities and five regional governments. Implemented strategic dispute resolution frameworks and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, driving a 40% boost in local acceptance and seamless project execution.
CEO
Hospital
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Transformed hospital operations, achieving a 250% revenue growth in 18 months through strategic service expansion, process automation, and financial optimization.
- Streamlined patient care workflows, enhancing efficiency by 35% and boosting bed occupancy rates by 40% through process optimization and resource management.
- Integrated digital healthcare solutions and reinforced regulatory compliance, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing public trust through targeted community outreach initiatives.
COMMANDING OFFICER, ARTILLERY REGIMENT,
Indian Army
Siachen, Jammu & Kashmir
07.2016 - 11.2020
- Commanded firepower assets in a high-threat sector along the Line of Control, leading 1,200 troops to ensure combat readiness and safeguard territorial integrity against dual adversaries.
- Led strategic planning and tactical operations, optimizing logistics and resource allocation for a 1,200-troop unit, enhancing operational efficiency by 30%. Implemented performance evaluation systems, improving combat readiness and mission success rates.
- Directed humanitarian aid and disaster relief operations across three districts, strengthening communication networks and overseeing the construction of 200 isolation wards, ensuring 100% compliance with health protocols and zero fatal casualties.
HEAD OF PLANNING AND SECURITY OPERATIONS
Indian Army
, South Jammu & Kashmir
05.2013 - 05.2015
- Designed and implemented an advanced security framework within the Counter-Terrorist and Counter-Infiltration Grid, integrating intelligence agencies, local law enforcement, and armed forces, reducing security incidents by 30%.
- Directed rear-area security operations and electronic surveillance across Southern J&K during active conflict, ensuring strategic defence, operational continuity, and seamless coordination among security forces.
- Orchestrated security for high-risk national events, ensuring the incident-free conduct of Assembly and Parliamentary elections and providing protection for over 600,000 devotees during the Amarnath and Vaishno Devi pilgrimages in a volatile conflict zone.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations
University of Warsaw
Poland 10.2024 -
Diploma - Senior Defence Management
University of Indore
Mhow 05.2015 - 07.2016
MSc - Defence and Strategic Studies
University of Madras
Wellington 04.2012 - 05.2013
MSc - Weapon Technology and Systems
University of Pune
Deolali 05.2007 - 05.2008
BA - National Defence Academy
Jawahar Lal Nehru University
Khadakwasla 06.1996 - 06.1999
Skills
- Operations & Risk Management
- Corporate Security & Crisis Leadership
- Regulatory Compliance & Governance
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Stakeholder Engagement & Business Negotiation
- Multi-Domain Security & Defence Strategy
- Strategic Business Transformation
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
Malayalam
Proficient (C2)
Accomplishments
Awarded Twice General Officer Command Commendation Certificates
Timeline
Master of Arts - International Relations
University of Warsaw
10.2024 -
General Manager
Oil & Gas MNC
05.2023 - 06.2024
CEO
Hospital
08.2021 - 05.2023
COMMANDING OFFICER, ARTILLERY REGIMENT,
Indian Army
07.2016 - 11.2020
Diploma - Senior Defence Management
University of Indore
05.2015 - 07.2016
HEAD OF PLANNING AND SECURITY OPERATIONS
Indian Army
05.2013 - 05.2015
MSc - Defence and Strategic Studies
University of Madras
04.2012 - 05.2013
MSc - Weapon Technology and Systems
University of Pune
05.2007 - 05.2008
BA - National Defence Academy
Jawahar Lal Nehru University
06.1996 - 06.1999
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