MOHAMMED THANVEER
CHENNAI
Summary
Highly motivated Electro-Technical Officer with 60+ months of sailing experience ,excelling in automation, electrical and navigation equipments of LPG,Oil and Chemical Tankers. Proven track record in leading successful upgrades and ensuring operational readiness through effective team collaboration. Skilled in troubleshooting and maintaining complex electrical systems, recognized for outstanding project execution and safety contributions. Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and effectively within multicultural teams. Eager to take on new challenges and contribute to high-performance maritime operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Electro-Technical Officer
Kuwait Oil Tanker Company (KOTC)
01.2019 - Current
- Performed maintenance, commissioning, troubleshooting, and testing of all electrical and electronic equipment, including switchboards, batteries, elevators, main engine controls(MC and ME),Genrators, ICAMS, cargo monitoring, and navigation systems.
- Managed high-voltage systems for shore connection switchboards according to PMS and breakdown maintenance schedules.
- Collaborated with cargo, engine, navigation, galley, laundry, and IT teams in daily meetings to ensure operational readiness.
- Maintained and commissioned Marflex variable speed drive system for 18 cargo pumps.
- Ensured proper functioning of automation systems and transducers for gas plant operations at -40C.
- Maintained a well-organized spare parts inventory, ensuring timely ordering and preventing equipment shortages during inspections.
- Successfully completed a month-long dry dock in Bahrain period focused on the major upgrade of navigation and cargo monitoring systems, including Radar, ECDIS,MF/HF AIS, CCTV, BWTS ,Propulsion system and a complex Cargo system.
- Led and coordinated effectively with the dockyard electrical team, ensuring all upgrades were completed within deadline and without operational errors through strong planning and daily progress meetings.
- Received appreciation from top management for efficient project execution, especially in contrast to a sister vessel undergoing similar upgrades that faced significant delays.
Electro-Technical Officer
Milaha Ship Management & Teekay Tankers
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Monitored operational performance of onboard electrical systems, including power management and engine room machinery.
- Conducted installation and regular testing of GMDSS, emergency supply, fire detection system and Gas detection system and UPS batteries.
- Maintained radar systems, performing magnetron replacements as scheduled.
- Oversaw installation and testing of electrical, electronic, and navigation equipment during dry dock in China.
- Participated actively in safety drills and technical assessments, awarded Safety Man of the Month for HSEQ contributions.
Assistant Electro-Technical Officer
Anglo-Eastern Ship Management
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Maintained and tested electronic, automation, navigation, communication, galley, and laundry equipment per PMS schedule.
- Maintained high-voltage switchboard for bow thruster operations.
- Analyzed system drawings to troubleshoot switchboard, power generation, and propulsion system malfunctions.
- Commissioned and configured sensors, transducers, VFDs, and starters for smooth automation system operation.
- Maintained ROB and managed timely spares requisition.
Education
Electro-Technical Officer Course - Marine Electrcal
Anglo-Eastern Maritime Academy
Karjat, India01.2014
B.E. - Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
Anand Institute of Higher Technology, Anna University
Chennai, India01.2013
Skills
- Power Management Systems (PMS)
- High Voltage Switchboards
- VFD, PLC, SCADA, ICMS
- GMDSS, Navigation & Radar Equipment
- Engine Room Automation
- Maintenance & Commissioning of new projects with environmental awarness
- Troubleshooting & Repairs
- Inventory & Spare Management
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- UPS maintenance
- Designing and intercepting circuit diagram
- Marine Safety compiance
Certification
- Unlimited ETO COC (III/6) with High Voltage endorsement – DG Shipping of India
- High Voltage Management Level
- Oil and Gas dangerous cargo endorsement certified.
- All mandatory STCW Courses
- PLC, SCADA, and Calibration Certified
- Advanced Electrical & Instrumentation
- Basic Hydraulics
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
- Passport: Z6867516 – Valid till Nov 2032
- Seaman Book: MUM243446 – Valid till May 2034
- ETO COC: ETO-01175 – Valid till Nov 2026
Accomplishments
- Led Electrical Upgrades in Drydock: Successfully led the electrical team during drydock to upgrade critical navigation and automation systems including ECDIS, Radar, AIS, MF/HF, propulsion automation, Marflex cargo system, and CCTV. The project was completed ahead of schedule, without operational errors, and in adherence to high safety standards, earning appreciation from top management—especially significant as a sister vessel experienced major delays under similar conditions.
- Safety Recognition: Selected as "Safety Man of the Month" and received a prize reward for consistently reporting near misses and maintaining exceptional safety compliance onboard.
- Machinery Troubleshooting Excellence: Received formal appreciation from Chief Engineer and Captain for diagnosing and restoring long-inoperative auxiliary machinery systems, significantly improving ship operations and resulting in positive performance appraisal,faster promotion and bonuses.
Languages
Tamil
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Urdu
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Senior Electro-Technical Officer
Kuwait Oil Tanker Company (KOTC)
01.2019 - Current
Electro-Technical Officer
Milaha Ship Management & Teekay Tankers
01.2017 - 01.2019
Assistant Electro-Technical Officer
Anglo-Eastern Ship Management
01.2015 - 01.2016
Electro-Technical Officer Course - Marine Electrcal
Anglo-Eastern Maritime Academy
B.E. - Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
Anand Institute of Higher Technology, Anna University
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