Born in Benghazi on 2 of June 1968, is currently a member of the Board of directors for Operations, Maintenance, Drilling, and Materials at Zallaf Company since April 20, 2025. He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Bright Star Technical University, Brega (1991), and a master’s degree in engineering management from Coventry University, UK (2009). Dhafer has extensive experience in the oil industry, having served as the Director of the Refineries Department at the headquarters in Benghazi from 2016 to April 19, 2025, and as a permanent member of the Committee of Major Suppliers and Consumers of Gas and Alternative Liquid Fuels from 2016 to May 30, 2025. His career at the Arabian Gulf Oil Company includes roles such as Acting Director of Refineries Department (2015-2016), Senior Operations Specialist (2007-2015), Coordinator of Al- Sarir Refinery (2004-2007), and various other positions at Al- Sarir Refinery from 1993 to 2007. Dhafer is proficient in English, holding several language certificates, including PET from Cambridge University (2007) and IELTS (2008). He also has numerous certifications in petroleum refining engineering, process engineering, emergency plans, and computer skills.