Risk Management Quantity Surveyor

CAPT. AMIT MARWAH, AFNI

Fleet Marine Superintendent, Deputy DPA

C2-310, The Park Residences, Barwa City, Doha, Qatar https://www.linkedin.com/in/amit-marwah-

Mobile: +974-********, Email: ************@*****.*** PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished Master Mariner with over 27 years of extensive experience in managing fleet vessel operations, commercial chartering, vessel sale and purchase, charter party contracts, and risk management. Demonstrated success in achieving cost reductions through effective strategic planning and process optimization. Highly knowledgeable in audit management and regulatory compliance, including SOLAS, MARPOL, and ISM standards, as well as in implementing safety management systems. Experienced in crew management, conducting incident investigations, and overseeing ship-to-ship (STS) operations. Proficient in using tools such as Oracle, Visio & Microsoft applications to support informed, data-driven decision-making. Reviewed Legal and Insurance-related terms.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Fleet Marine Superintendent, Deputy DPA

HSE&V, Fleet Operations, Commercial, S&P, Chartering, Crewing, Insurance Qatar Fuel Company Q.P.S.C (Woqod), Qatar 2016 - 2025 Tankers, OSV, Bunker Fueling

● HSE&V – Supervise & Plan Audits, SIRE 2.0 (7 inspections), PSC, Terminal Vetting, Unannounced D&A tests, USCG, VDR data analysis. Prepare and review Superintendent reports, Safety Committee reports, Incident Reports, Risk Assessments. Managed Pre vetting inspections and vessel readiness.

● BCM / BRP – Department Risk Champion. Developed Risk register and mitigation plans. Verify top department risks and brief management. Proficient in ARCHER risk management system.

● TMSA 3 Implementation, KPI setup, External Oil major office audit and verification.

● KPI – Set up and review Corporate KPI, Safety KPI, Technical KPI, Crew and Staff KPI

● Sanction check – OFAC, KYC clearance, Review incorporation documents, Vessel STS clearance.

● Ensure Implementation of ISM/SMS & PMS on board.

● Flag Certification – Manage communication with flag Agents for certifications, inspections, S&P documents. DOC Audits.

● Class Inspections – Attend class inspections for interim, intermediate, annual, renewal, pre docking and docking surveys. RINA, IR, ABS, CCS,

● Enhanced crew performance by training in safety protocols and emergency response.

● Managed Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance and Office of Foreign Assets Control

(OFAC) clearance, ensuring zero violations during ship-to-ship operations.

● Liaise with Insurance P&I, H&M. Request for correspondents. Manage claims.

● Act as manager for vessel operations – Tankers Oil/Chem, Asphalt tankers, Fuel Supplies, STS

● Manage setup of Port Captains and administrators

● Commercial & Chartering management – Tankers Oil/Chem, Asphalt tankers, Fuel Supplies, Bunker Vessels, OSV. Pre fixture estimations and communication, Prepare Voyage freight and TC Hire estimates, Manage demurrages and claims, Commercial Negotiations. Secured long term TC with oil majors. EM, Shell, ENOC.

● Sale & Purchase – Managed tankers sale & Purchase. Pre purchase inspections. Prepare Saleform, BR, PoA, BoS.

● Dry Docking – Attend dry docking as Owner representative. Malaysia, DUQM, Qatar, UAE. Monitor job progress, expense & timeline. Meet SRM & estimators. Prepare DD specs with technical team.

● Project developments –

2017 – Setup up full-scale Fuel Supply Operations. Prepared Method Statement, Guidelines, Checklists, RA, plans for maneuvering /fendering/booming/Wind Criteria. Chartering vessels & clearances, Port liaising & approvals, work permit, cabotage licenses, IMT clearances. Procurement & import of hoses, fenders, hose buns, booms, magnets from various locations.

2018 – Set up full scale Ship-to-Ship operations and approvals for Asphalt import. 2019 – Assisted terminal for flushing and changeover to VLSFO 0.5%S. Reduced downtime to zero hours by alternate tank flushing. Delivered 1st VLSO fuel Aug.2019. 2020 – Purchased 2 vessels in peak COVID time for business growth. 2022 – Worked with port managements. Site survey new renovated port. Arranged supplies in restricted inner harbor and berth for MSC cruises, superyachts and royal fleets.

2017/2018 - Fleet satellite Communication – Changeover to better service provider for value service and cost reductions.

● Fleet Crewing - Manage Crewing Admins and supervise fleet crewing. Interview senior officers and office briefing

● Cost Optimization – Reduce OPEX by tendering & competitive bidding of Satellite Communications (30% reductions), Agency Costs (20%), minimizing expense,

● Proficient in ORACLE, DANAOS, AMOS, MS applications, Copilot, PowerPoint presentations (reports, business plans, project reports)

● Budgeting – Review OPEX and CAPEX. Prepare 5 yearly forecast. Comparison every quarter – Current FY Budget/Actual Budget YTD/Last FY Actual/Actual Vs budget variance and Actual Vs Actual variance. Discuss accruals.

● Enhanced vendor relations and supervised procurement activities to optimize fleet operations.

Master Mariner, Eastern Pacific Shipping, Singapore 1998 – 2015

● Sailed in various roles from Cadet to Master Mariner.

● Possess extensive experience working with a diverse range of tanker sizes, from handy- sized vessels to very large crude carriers (VLCC), providing a well-rounded understanding of the intricacies involved in each type of tanker operation. This adaptability has enabled me to effectively navigate the specific demands and operational requirements associated with each vessel size, ensuring optimal functionality and performance.

● Commanded on tankers with deadweight tonnage of 48,000, ensuring seamless voyages, the safety of cargo, and effective crew management.

● Executed comprehensive risk assessments and established safety management systems.

Office Training/Vessel Operator (Feb 2014 ~ April 2014), Eastern Pacific Shipping, Singapore

● Command Training, Vessel Operator, PSA Marine Practical Pilotage Simulator – Familiarize office operations, handling vessel operations, handy size, Aframax, VLCC. Charter party execution, communicate with charterer, crew work permit, demurrage submission, Agency & vessel communication. (US, Canada, Australia, East Africa, Singapore & far east).

EDUCATION

Higher National Diploma in Nautical Sciences, United Kingdom, Graduated in 2006

(covering functions in Marine law and Management, Shipmaster's business and Management) Master Mariner’s License, United Kingdom (Valid until May 2029) Bachelor of Nautical Sciences, University of Mumbai, 2011 SKILLS –

● HSE ● Vetting ● Audits ● SIRE 2.0 ● Supt. Inspection reports ● Risk Management

● Incident Investigations ● TMSA ● Business Continuity Management ● Risk register

● ISM Code / SMS Implementation ● ISM Auditor ● Drills ● Flag / Class Surveys

● SOLAS / MARPOL / STCW / MLC / ISO

● Vessel Operations management ● Team management ● Leadership skills

● Chartering ● Contract Negotiation ● Vessel S&P ● CP terms and rider clauses ● Demurrage Claims

● Sanctions verification ● KYC clearance ● STS clearance

● Marine Insurance ● Claims processing

● Business plan & presentations ● Business development ● Project management ● Project Planning & Execution ● KPI

● Dry Docking ● Budgets ● Cost optimization

● Oracle ● Danaos ● Amos connect ● MS Applications ● Copilot ● Archer

● Fleet Crewing ● Complaints Handling ● Cybersecurity Measures

● Protective & Preventive Maintenance ● Procurement & Tenders KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

● Project developments: 2017 - Full scale refueling operations (with stakeholders Qatar energy, Qatar Energy LNG, Nakilat), 2018 - Setup up Asphalt import STS operation

(strategic development project), Aug. 2019 – Assist terminal & fleet integration to 0.5% S regulation, 2022 – FIFA STS/Berth fueling project at New Doha Port.

● Cost optimization

● Fleet Expansion: Plan and Support the successful integration of new vessels by securing necessary regulatory approvals.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Associate Fellow (AFNI), The Nautical Institute

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

● Internal Auditor – ISM Code, Lloyd’s Register, 2019.

● Tanker Vetting and Inspection Lloyd’s Register, 2019.

● SIRE 2.0 Inspection Training, Novenique, 2023.

● Risk Management and Incident Investigation, 2011

● Tanker Management and Self-Assessment 3 Awareness, Lloyd’s Register, 2019.

● ISPS Company Security Officer by Lloyd’s Register 2019

● Maritime Cybersecurity Awareness, Lloyd’s Register, 2019

● Ethical Control & Engineering Classification, Lloyd’s Register, 2022.

● Train the Trainer by QSA, October 2018

● Advanced Fire Fighting and Tanker Operations, UK MCA, 2023.

● Tanker Fire Fighting (Oil, Chemical & Liquefied Gas), UK MCA, 2023

● Training in Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations, UK MCA, 2023

● Practical Pilotage attachment and Ship handling Course (PSA Marine - Singapore), 2014

● Customer Complaints Handling by Excelledia, 2016 CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION (CPE) / CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS

(CEUS):

● Strategic Project Risk Management, Feb.2025 - Project Management Institute Inc. (PMI)

& National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) / CPE Credit 3.2

● Six Sigma – Black Belt, Feb. 2025 - Project Management Institute Inc. (PMI)

● ISO 27001:2022 - Compliant Cybersecurity: Getting Started, Feb. 2025 -. (PMI)

● Project Management Foundation, Feb 2025 - Project Management Institute Inc. (PMI) & National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) / CPE Credit 2.4

● Executive Leadership, Feb 2025 - Project Management Institute Inc. (PMI)

● Root Cause analysis, Feb 2025 – British Standards Institute (BSI)

● Advanced course in Ship Brokering and Chartering Operations, Jan 2025 – UDEMY

● LNG Sales, Marketing and Trading, Jan. 2025 – UDEMY

● Risk Management, Feb 2025 – Brentwood

● Change Management – Foundation & Leadership, PMI., Feb 2025

● Lead Auditor – ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015, March 2025 VESSEL SALE & PURCHASE HISTORY:

REFERENCES:

1. Mr. Annas Ibrahim Eid, Chief Operations Officer, Qatar Fuel

+974-********, aeid@woqod,com.qa

2. Capt. Yogesh Chandra, Manager – Tanker Operations, Eastern Pacific Shipping

+65 96331587, ******.*******@**********.***.**

3. Mr. Sunil Jaitly, Regional Director Liberian Registry MENA/Indian subcontinent, MD Cleghorn Wilton & Associates, +971*********, **@********.** SAILING HISTORY (Apr 1998 - Oct 2015):

● Master: June 2014 – Oct 2015, 13m 11d

● Senior Chief Officer: April 2013 – Sept 2013, 5m 27d

● Chief Officer: Feb 2008 – Jan 2013, 36m 4d

● 2nd Officer: Oct 2004 – July 2007, 16m 4d

● 3rd Officer: Nov. 2002 – Sept. 2004, 14m 19d

● Cadet: April 1998 – 2002 – 36m

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