GANESH SUBRAMANIAM
MUMBAI
Summary
Strategic Senior Naval Construction Overseer with strengths in stakeholder engagement and project management and delivery. Cultivates relationships to drive collaboration and ensure quality outcomes. Implements innovative technologies to enhance processes and achieve operational excellence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DEPUTY MANAGER FABRICATION
Warship Overseeing Team
Mumbai
03.2022 - Current
- Cultivated strategic stakeholder relationships to ensure seamless project delivery.
- Executed rigorous quality checks throughout production phases to improve overall platform reliability.
- Spearheaded process improvements through the integration of innovative technologies and methodologies.
- Directed budget management to ensure compliance with financial constraints.
Manager Outfitting Department
Naval Dockyard
Visakhapatnam
12.2019 - 03.2022
- Assisted in identifying capability gaps and supported the creation of new production infrastructure.
- Directed a 500-member team of unionised employees for ensuring combat readiness of 50+ warships/ submarines through repairs, technology upgrades, supply chain optimization and quality management.
- Helped manage inventory control, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels consistently
- Contributed to streamlining internal processes, enhancing productivity by 30% within the first year.
- Aided in directing crisis management responses during unforeseen events to minimise operational disruption.
- Participated in cross-functional meetings to encourage effective communication between departments.
Senior Naval Construction Overseeing
Warship Overseeing Team
Visakhapatnam
07.2017 - 12.2019
- Oversaw transition of unit functions from refit oversight to construction oversight, ensuring seamless operational continuity.
- Developed quality assurance plans for hull construction to enhance overall project quality.
- Ensured compliance with contractual obligations throughout all construction projects.
Naval Designer
Directorate of Naval Design
New Delhi
04.2014 - 07.2017
- Understood functional requirements and adapted design work accordingly
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks to meet tight deadlines.
- Monitored project budgets, negotiating with suppliers to achieve cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.
- Provided mentorship to junior designers, guiding their professional development and enhancing team capabilities.
Instructor
Shipwright School
Visakhapatnam
04.2012 - 03.2014
- Assisted in reviewing and updating technical policies to meet Naval information security regulations.
- Supported the securing of software, hardware, and infrastructure for unit training capabilities.
- Facilitated practical lessons in shipbuilding and maintenance to enhance applied learning.
- Aided in developing lesson plans that incorporate innovative teaching methodologies to bolster learning outcomes.
DEPUTY MANAGER FABRICATION
Naval Dockyard
VISAKHAPATNAM
03.2009 - 03.2012
- Managed daily operations, delegating tasks to team members to optimise productivity and efficiency.
- Sourced vendors and suppliers for refit needs to ensure quality service delivery.
- Cultivated a positive professional working environment to enhance staff morale and satisfaction.
- Coordinated with the manager to develop and implement policies that improved customer service standards.
- Prepared detailed reports on departmental challenges and achievements, presenting findings to senior management.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all staff.
- Advised senior management on facilities needs and delivered ongoing operational support.
- Monitored inventory levels, placing orders to replenish stock while adhering to budget constraints.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging staff to suggest and implement process enhancements.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Warship Design
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
New Delhi, IN-DL01-2008
BTECH - Naval Architecture and Ship Building
Cochin University of Science and Technology
Kochi, KL01-2007
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Project budgeting
- Process improvement
- Crisis management
- Team leadership
- Inventory management
- Compliance oversight
- Design adaptation
- Performance monitoring
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Positive attitude
- Time-management
- Safety protocols
- Relationship-building
- Product knowledge
- Decision-Making proficiency
- Critical-thinking
- Production scheduling
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Tamil
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Elementary
A2
Telugu
Beginner
A1
Certification
- Six Sigma Black Belt
Accomplishments
- Awarded Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief Commendation for installation of Radar on board INS Jalashwa
- Planned and executed platform modification for Presidential Fleet Review 2022
- Setting up of 02 quarantine and treatment centres during COVID pandemic in Visakhapatnam.
- Planned and coordinated 04 projects resulting in delivery and commissioning of 07 frontline warships and 15 Yard Crafts.
- Streamlined workflow by consolidating lengthy processes and redundant documentation that resulted in more effective and timely completion of stage inspections.
- Enhanced Quality Assurance and Project Monitoring processes, implementing across department for increased productivity and profits.
Timeline
DEPUTY MANAGER FABRICATION
Warship Overseeing Team
03.2022 - Current
Manager Outfitting Department
Naval Dockyard
12.2019 - 03.2022
Senior Naval Construction Overseeing
Warship Overseeing Team
07.2017 - 12.2019
Naval Designer
Directorate of Naval Design
04.2014 - 07.2017
Instructor
Shipwright School
04.2012 - 03.2014
DEPUTY MANAGER FABRICATION
Naval Dockyard
03.2009 - 03.2012
Post Graduate Diploma - Warship Design
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
BTECH - Naval Architecture and Ship Building
Cochin University of Science and Technology