Objective
I do have 40 years’ experience in the Marine Engineering field, sailing as Marine Engineer, Ship Surveyor, Repair Planner in Naval Shipyards, Machinist in Commercial Shipyards and Marine Database Development Engineer. Strong knowledge and experience in Ship’s Maintenance and Repair, strong capabilities in Training and Supervision
Experience
Marine Database Developer/Engineer, Spectec/Amos, USA
1993-2014 Marine Management Systems, Stamford, CT.
Performs shipboard audits, collects the required technical information in order to develop a comprehensive computerized database of all mechanical, electrical, control & safety systems, to meet the vessel’s or drill rigs, maintenance, procurement & quality requirements. Adhering to applicable national and local and International rules and regulations and ensuring high safety standards witch are maintained during critical operations.
Performs system implementation and training to site and shore based personnel.
1991-1993 Marine Surveyor, Hull & Cargo Surveyors, Seattle, WA
Performed Marine Surveys for all types of vessels and marine structures relating to Hull and Machinery damages, approval of trip-in-tows and voyages under power, inspection for condition and valuation, vessel suitability for service, on-off charter conditions and examination and report on cargo damages.
1987-1991 Marine Analyst, American Management Systems, Arlington, VA
Performed surveys, inspections, and analyzed data and provided recommendations for improvement as planner advisor in Charleston, SC and Norfolk, VA, Naval Shipyards.
1975-1987 Ship’s Repair Machinist: Foss Maritime, Seattle, WA.
Maintenance and repair coordinator for various types of vessels including harbor and ocean tugs, fishing vessels, barges, etc.
1971-1974 Marine Engineer, R & K Minories, London, England.
Performed technical operations in the Mechanical & Electrical Engineering divisions.
Operation, maintenance, trouble shooting and repairs of main power plant and all auxiliary machinery.
Operation and fault rectification of automated control systems for control and monitoring machinery plant installations.
Inspecting and surveying machinery.
Forecasting spare parts procurement and control, projecting repairs and modifications.
Upholding the company's policy as regards Quality Management.
Monitoring fuel and lubrication oil consumption's and requisitioning for same as needed.
Reporting maintenance, machinery performance, modifications and spares consumption to owners.
Providing effective leadership to a team of engineers and crew and ensuring high motivational levels of team members, training junior engineering staff, monitoring and appraising their performance and providing guidance.
Preparing job specifications related to periodical dry docking of ships.
Education
1965-1969: Diploma in Marine Engineering, ASMEN Maritime College, Piraeus, Greece
Certification
1971-Present Certified by ABS as Internal ISM Auditor.
Attended various training courses and technical seminars. Obtained certificate in Machinery Vibration Analysis by US Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, New York and from various diesel engine makers. (Caterpillar, EMD, Wartsila, Detroit Diesel, Cummings) etc.
Skils
Marine Engineer
Marine Surveyor
Shipyard Planner
Amos System Database Developer, Trainer
ISM Internal Auditor