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DEVADAS AMMASSAM VEETTIL

Kozhikode

Summary

Dynamic Country Director with extensive experience at RINA SpA, excelling in maritime compliance and operational efficiency. Proven track record in maximizing revenue while leading audit teams and training maritime auditors. Skilled in strategic planning and client relationship management, driving business development across the Indian subcontinent.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Country Director

RINA SpA
MUMBAI
04.2009 - 06.2018
  • Managed marine operations for Indian subcontinent to enhance business development and operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw daily activities of marine surveyors conducting inspections, certifications, and surveys.
  • Led audit team executing maritime audits in compliance with ISM, ISPS, and MLC codes.
  • Operated region as dedicated profit center, maximizing revenue for RINA SpA.
  • Served as lead trainer for maritime auditors across Asian region.

Principal Marine Surveyor & Auditor

RINA Marine Division
MUMBAI & DUBAI
02.2004 - 03.2008
  • Directed team of marine surveyors in conducting surveys for new builds, in-service ships, and marine equipment certification.
  • Served as lead auditor and trainer for maritime audits under ISM Code, ISPS Code, and MLC.
  • Coordinated technical activities with flag administrations, local authorities, and clients to ensure compliance.

Senior Marine Surveyor and Auditor

RINA Marine Division
MUMBAI
07.1999 - 02.2004
  • Conducted marine surveys for new building projects, in-service ships, and equipment certification.
  • Performed ISM and ISPS audits of ship owners, ship managers, and port facilities.
  • Certified marine equipment and manufacturers to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Coordinated technical efforts with shipyards, shipowners, design consultants, and flag authorities.

Senior Surveyor & ISO Auditor

Bureau Veritas
MUMBAI
06.1992 - 06.1999
  • Conducted surveys and certifications for new buildings, ships in service, and marine equipment.
  • Inspected and certified pressure vessels and equipment under ASME and BS codes.
  • Approved and certified marine freight containers in compliance with various ISO, UIC, and TIR standards.
  • Served as lead auditor for management systems audits according to ISO-9001 standard.

Senior Naval Architect

Hindustan Shipyard Ltd
Visakahpatnam
07.1983 - 05.1992
  • Managed hull construction drawings within Structural Design Division.
  • Led quality control team for construction of drill ships, offshore supply vessels, and bulk carriers.
  • Oversaw hull fabrication and erection divisions for series of handymax bulk carriers.

Education

B.Tech (First Class With Honours) -

Department of Ship Technology
Cochin University Of Science & Technology
03-1983

Skills

  • Maritime compliance
  • Risk assessment
  • Audit management
  • Business development
  • Marine operations
  • Client relationship management
  • Project management
  • Team leadership
  • Technical coordination
  • Employee training
  • Surveying techniques
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Quality assurance
  • Strategic planning
  • Operational efficiency
  • Budget management
  • Talent acquisition
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Customer order management
  • Legal compliance
  • Project coordination
  • Document management
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • Trained in Construction Offshore Structures and Oil exploration ships at Hitachi Zosen Corporation , Osaka , Japan
  • Represented Bureau Veritas in THE UNDP workshop on safety of small crafts in the Asian Region and development of the draft regulations
  • Lead Auditor and trainer for various management systems audit under ISO, ISM, ISPS ad MLC standards

Timeline

Country Director

RINA SpA
04.2009 - 06.2018

Principal Marine Surveyor & Auditor

RINA Marine Division
02.2004 - 03.2008

Senior Marine Surveyor and Auditor

RINA Marine Division
07.1999 - 02.2004

Senior Surveyor & ISO Auditor

Bureau Veritas
06.1992 - 06.1999

Senior Naval Architect

Hindustan Shipyard Ltd
07.1983 - 05.1992

B.Tech (First Class With Honours) -

Department of Ship Technology

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