ASHOKKUMAR VIRUSABANATHAN

No. * Sangeetha Nagar, Kavangarai, PUZHAL, Chennai – 600 066, TN, India.

Mobile: +919********* Email: adqt7p@r.postjobfree.com A highly results-driven & accomplished professional with a solid, verifiable career track for successfully ship yard and ship repair industry leaders through start-up ventures and high-growth cycles with in-depth knowledge in project Engineering & having a strong track record of performance in turnaround and high-paced organizations with over 22 + years of comprehensive large-scale engineering experience in diversified project focusing on economy, safety, reliability, quality and sustainability. Utilize keen analysis and insights and team approach to drive organizational improvements and implementation of best practices.

Superior interpersonal skills and outstanding communication talents with proven ability to build and lead highly efficient teams, to train technical personnel, and to convey complex concepts in Professional Summary

An astute professional with International Exposure holding overall solid experience of 22+ years in the areas Shipyard and ship repairs with expertise in Dock Bottom, Engine room and Deck repairs, commercial activities and vender negotiations, ME / AE decarbonizing, main and aux boilers, pump, gear boxes, deck and engine machineries, shaft, Rudder & Thrusters, Machinery Dock Bottom Repairs, dredgers including drag head & detail-oriented and thoughtful professional prepared to excel in the field of engineering and contribute to organizational objectives.

As a Manager (Technical) (Owner’s Rep), successfully completed drydocking of Vessels,

Handled various critical and challenging projects from initial stage to implementation stage and ensured that the projects get implemented as per specification in stipulated time with quality.

Managing, planning, and organizing repair works (mechanical, machining, valve, shaft, main & auxiliary engines, pumps, steel, piping, outfitting, boiler, heat exchangers, safety, etc.) of docking and afloat vessels. Preparing budget, submitting to head office, and negotiating.

Communicating with attending workshop representatives, managing daily progress meetings, taking jobs, preparing, and submitting detailed work scope, quotations carrying out on field and delivering completed works to the entire satisfaction class representatives.

Managed day to day operational and tactical aspects of process optimization and capital improvement projects to ensure profitable and successful engineering operations.

Prepare costing, invoice participate in meeting with ship repairers for negotiations and payment.

A strategic planner with proven track record of exploring new markets, managing the Engineering operations & achieving progressive goals with a team of executives across India and Overseas

Being associated with various Corporate Companies of National and International repute, I have a good exposure and understanding of the operations and most importantly the work cultures.

Providing technical expertise, leadership, and direction to various work groups. Developing strict safety guidelines are making sure they are adhered to. Involved in building small-scale models of the actual processing activities.

Expert in performing dock bottom machinery removal refit jobs in all the shipyards & had worked without affecting vessel's undocking schedule with close coordination with the class

Also have experience in making sure that standards of quality are met while production costs are kept as low as possible.

Ability to work in a Team and also willing to contribute valuable ideas and also have the confidence to take up initiatives and meet deadlines in a highly competitive environment.

Proven ability to use applied research and problem-solving skills for establishing the root cause of any dock related failure, as well as heading any investigations. Demonstrated capabilities in motivating, taking initiatives, delegating work.

Coordinated and interfaced between the project team and personnel in layout design, installation review, process validation, and results analysis for the project, scrap, lines capability, and productivity improvements.

Demonstrated prowess of working long hours in the execution, monitoring and control phases of project Management.

A result-oriented professional with good communication, leadership, team management, client relationship management, analytical and co-ordination skills. Comfort in interacting with customers and across hierarchical levels in the organization for smooth execution & completion. Key Skills and Expertise

• Strategic & Tactical Planning • New Machinery Installation • Organizational skills

•Team Building & Leadership

• Human Resources Management • Training & Development • Contract Negotiations

• Client / Vendor Relations • Counseling • Procedure Formulation

• Engineering Capabilities • Mediation & Advocacy • Problem solving Career Silhouette

Manager (Technical) – Genshipping Pacific Line India Pvt Ltd : FEB 2005 to AUG 2020

Supervisor – Repair and Maintenance – CTSS – Chennai : JUL 1999 to JAN 2005

Welding Foreman – Chokhani International Ltd - Chennai : JUN 1995 to JUN 19999

Welder – Technical, M/s. Larsen & Toubro Ltd, Samarkhand Site, USSR : JAN 1990 to NOV 1991 Key Result Areas

To coordinate with the various sites on Technical and operational requirements towards its smooth execution.

Participated successfully and upgraded the existing rate contracts with the various Shipping companies

Liaison with ship repairers, Classification Society on the requirements for Classification Survey, Owner arrange specialist’s on machinery repairs in particularly removal & refitment of various types of Gear Rotary and Vane type, Carrier Bearing type, Thrusters and Stabilizers, dredger repairs and dredge pump and other dredger machineries.

Submitting the repair report, Plan the work, organize work force, execute, monitor and liaise with the Classification Society, interact with the technical experts/specialists arranged by the Owners to carry out and complete the assigned work without compromising on safety.

Submission of necessary calibration reports and work completions to Class for necessary approval, preparation of technical quarry reports & work completion forms.

Preparing Schedule of repair work on board with scope of work, contract details and recording changes.

Conducting stage meetings.

Conducted ship-checks, obtaining all documentation and material samples necessary to win contract.

Procured equipment, coordinated installations, and tested automation and electrical equipment during sea trials.

Organizing work force, making necessary arrangements to carry out and complete all repairs in time, in coordination with yard officials and Classification, assisting preparation and submission of work completion forms.

Attending various Mechanical, hull, piping works, coordination with Superintendents and Classification Society Surveyors.

Estimating prior to commencement of work, quotation, negotiation for approval of quotation, planning, organizing work, work force, completing the work in time (by minimizing labor, materials, consumables and wastage), preparing work done certificate, submission, preparing invoice after cost negotiations for final settlement.

Preparing detailed Risk Assessments and Coordinate with yard safety department representative in the presence of superintendent, master or captain, chief engineer etc. Professional Endeavors

Worked very closely with all the class surveyors for C S M s u r v e y

Assessed and evaluated master plans to ensure that the plan contains the improvements and are in alignment with Apex Authority. / Admired of consistently delivering projects within deadline.

Coordinated with clients to aid in communication and issue resolution; cultivated strong working relationships to achieve prompt solutions, maintain customer satisfaction and drive business success

As attending Owner’s rep, successfully completed dry docking of vessels without affecting the docking schedule Academic Credentials

NTC & NAC IN WELDER - 1980 & 1989

10TH SSLC - 1980

Diploma of International Welding Specialist - IIW 2010 Technical Credentials

NDT Level - II in Ultra Sonic Testing in accordance with SNT-TC-1A, 1992 of ASNT.

NDT Level – II in Magnetic Particle testing and Liquid Penetration Testing in accordance with SNT-TC-1A, 1992 of ASNT.

NDT Level - II in Dye Penetrant in accordance with SNT-TC-1A, 1992 of ASNT.

AWS – CWI – American Welding Society

Training & Development

Leadership skills / Assertiveness skills /Relaxation Techniques / Handling conflicts

Communication skills / Physical disciples / Time management IT Credentials

Operating System: WINDOWS 95, 98, 2000, XP MS Office Interests & Hobbies

Sharing of Knowledge / Musically Inclined / Reading Books / Photography Personal Dossier

Date of Birth : 23rs July 1966

Marital Status : Married

Father Name : Shri. Virusabanathan

Languages Known : English & Hindi (Speak Only)

Passport Details : L2280224 Valid up to Jul 2023

Date : 08.04.2022 Place : Chennai

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