Mohit Puri
Marine Chief Engineer
Chandigarh,PB
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic marine engineering professional with over 18 years of experience in oil tankers and Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs), excelling in roles such as Chief Engineer and Marine Superintendent. Expertise in preparing for Port State Control (PSC) and Ship Inspection Report Programme (SIRE) inspections, with a strong track record in conducting engineering audits, gap analyses, and crew coaching. Proven ability to enhance compliance with IMO regulations, Class standards, and company Safety Management Systems (SMS), resulting in audit-ready vessels and improved vetting outcomes. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence within maritime operations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Vessel Manager
Anglo-Eastern Ship Management Singapore
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed the safe, compliant, and cost-effective operation of assigned vessels, acting as the primary ship-shore technical authority.
- Oversaw technical management, maintenance planning, repairs, and dry-dockings, ensuring high vessel availability and reliability.
- Implemented and monitored Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS) to reduce downtime and extend equipment lifecycle.
- Ensured full compliance with IMO, ISM, MARPOL, Class, Flag State, and company SMS requirements.
- Prepared vessels and ship staff for PSC, SIRE, vetting, and internal audits, achieving improved inspection outcomes.
- Led incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
- Monitored and optimized fuel consumption, energy efficiency, and emissions performance, ensuring compliance with EEXI, CII, EU MRV, IMO DCS, IHM, and FOS.
- Developed and controlled technical budgets, managing repair costs, spares procurement, and vendor contracts.
- Coordinated dry-dock and major repair projects, delivering on schedule and within budget. Delivered a 5% decrease in material cost.
- Provided technical guidance and mentoring to Masters and Chief Engineers, strengthening fleet-wide performance.
- Liaised with shipyards, Class societies, Flag authorities, charterers, and vendors.
- Reviewed vessel KPIs, condition reports, and audit findings, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Prepared management reports on vessel condition, risks, and performance trend.
Chief Engineer Officer
Anglo-Eastern Ship Management
08.2019 - Current
- Overall, responsible for the operation, maintenance, and reliability of all shipboard machinery systems.
- Planned, executed, and supervised dry-docking, major repairs, and system upgrades.
- Designed and implemented Planned Maintenance Systems, improving equipment reliability, and reducing downtime.
- Led the installation and commissioning of new-generation systems, including Stern Tube Air Guard Seal Systems and Ballast Water Treatment Systems (Sunrui, Hi-Ballast).
- Played a key role in LSFO (0.5% sulfur) conversion, including system modification, class approvals, documentation, and crew training—completed ahead of regulation deadlines, without commercial disruption, saving the company millions of dollars.
- Fully responsible for emission control systems, including scrubbers and SCR for NOx reduction.
- Actively supported shore office teams in data compilation, performance monitoring, and compliance with EU MRV, IHM, FOS, EEXI, CII, and SIRE 2.0 requirements.
- Maintained a multi-year incident-free, accident-free record.
- Ensured optimal machinery performance through condition monitoring, performance analysis, and preventive maintenance.
- Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical expertise for professional growth.
First Engineer Officer
Anglo-Eastern Ship Management
05.2013 - 08.2019
- Managed engine room operations, PMS execution, and defect rectification.
- Supervised and trained multinational engine crews.
- Executed major overhauls of main engine liners, pistons, bearings, injectors, and VCUs.
- Participated in dry dock planning and post-dock sea trials.
- Achieved zero LTI, no delays, and no breakdowns during tenure.
- Reduced operating costs by approximately 10% through proactive maintenance and cylinder oil optimization.
- Designed a tamper-proof MARPOL equipment seal system to enhance PSC and vetting compliance.
Junior Engineer → Third Engineer
Anglo-Eastern Ship Management | BP Shipping | Tanker Pacific
07.2005 - 11.2012
- Operated and maintained auxiliary machinery, fuel systems, purifiers, pumps, and compressors.
- Implemented spares inventory and replenishment strategies.
- Contributed to energy management and PMS development.
- Played a key role in AMOS PMS setup.
- Prevented major propulsion failures through early fuel quality detection and purifier optimization, saving significant downtime and repair costs.
Education
MBA - Operations Management
Symbiosis Institute of Management
01.2013
MEO Class I - MCA UK
South Tyneside College
01.2016
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Pune University
01.2003
Skills
Fleet & Technical Management
Planned Maintenance Systems
Dry Docking & Major Repairs
Energy Efficiency Fuel Optimization
EEXI CII EU MRV IHM FOS
Emission Control Systems (Scrubber, SCR)
Affiliations
- Institute of Marine Engineers
- Himachal Seafarers Association (HSA)
- MUI
- IES
Section name
US visa valid till 21st Aug 2029.
Additional Information
US VISA validity 29th July 2029
Timeline
Vessel Manager
Anglo-Eastern Ship Management Singapore
08.2024 - 04.2025
Chief Engineer Officer
Anglo-Eastern Ship Management
08.2019 - Current
First Engineer Officer
Anglo-Eastern Ship Management
05.2013 - 08.2019
Junior Engineer → Third Engineer
Anglo-Eastern Ship Management | BP Shipping | Tanker Pacific
07.2005 - 11.2012
MEO Class I - MCA UK
South Tyneside College
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Pune University
MBA - Operations Management
Symbiosis Institute of Management