Rudrajit Adhikari
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Summary
Maintains marine engineering systems and hotel plant aboard cruise vessels, supporting safe and reliable ship performance. Manages purifiers, oily water separators, sewage treatment plants, fresh water generators, reverse osmosis plants and incinerators, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. Delivers accurate watchkeeping, fault diagnosis and routine testing that keep critical equipment available for service.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Engineer
Carnival Cruise Line
07.2022 - Current
- Accomplished Third Engineer with comprehensive experience in marine engineering and facility management aboard Carnival Cruise ships, including MS Carnival Liberty, MS Carnival Pride, MS Carnival Elation and MS Carnival Paradise.
- Expertise in the maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting of critical maritime systems, including purifiers, oily water separators (OWS), sewage treatment plants, fresh water generators, reverse osmosis plants, incinerators, etc.
- Proficient in bunkering fuel and sludge/ bilge offloading operations, monitored the sewage treatment plant performance and collected vibration data alongside performing lube oil and water quality testing.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations and safety protocols during regular watchkeeping as Engineering Officer on Watch, monitoring equipment performance and proactively addressing issues to maintain safety standards.
- Contributed to two consecutive dry docks of Carnival Pride in 2023 and 2026, identifying, evaluating, and rectifying various onboard issues to enhance vessel operational readiness.
Third Engineer (Hotel)
Carnival Cruise Line
07.2022 - Current
- As Hotel Third Engineer onboard the Carnival Paradise, successfully managed the operation and maintenance of recreational water facilities, including spa pools and swimming pools, ensuring optimal guest experience.
- Proficient in overseeing hotel-related systems such as dishwashers, glass washers, bio-digesters, incinerator, etc. maintaining high operational standards and minimising downtime
- . Experienced in leading teams of technicians and craftsmen, collaborating with the Facilities Maintenance Manager to maintain high operational standards across all hotel facilities.
- Committed to ensuring optimal functionality and enhancing guest experiences through meticulous maintenance and management.
Third Engineer
Carnival Cruise Line
12.2025 - 04.2026
- Ship Name: M.S. Carnival Pride
- Ship Type: Passenger Ship (Cruise)
- GRT: 86,071
- Engine: Wartsila DG 6nos.
- M/E Output: 10395KW @514 RPM
- Propulsion: 2 X 17.6 MW Azipod.
Third Engineer (HOTEL)
Carnival Cruise Line
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Ship Name: M.S. Carnival Paradise
- Ship Type: Passenger Ship (Cruise)
- GRT: 71,925
- Engine: Wartsila DG 6nos.
- M/E Output: 47520KW @600 RPM
- Propulsion: 2 X 14 MW Azipod.
Third Engineer (HOTEL)
Carnival Cruise Line
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Ship Name: M.S. Carnival Paradise
- Ship Type: Passenger Ship (Cruise)
- GRT: 71,925
- Engine: Wartsila DG 6nos.
- M/E Output: 47520KW @600 RPM
- Propulsion: 2 X 14 MW Azipod.
Third Engineer
Carnival Cruise Line
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Ship Name: M.S. Carnival Elation
- Ship Type: Passenger Ship (Cruise)
- GRT: 70,367
- Engine: Wartsila DG 6nos.
- M/E Output: 47520KW @600 RPM
Third Engineer
Carnival Cruise Line
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Ship Name: M.S. Carnival Pride
- Ship Type: Passenger Ship (Cruise)
- GRT: 86,071
- Engine: Wartsila DG 6nos.
- M/E Output: 10395KW @514 RPM
Third Engineer Jr.
Carnival Cruise Line
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Ship Name: M.S. Carnival Liberty
- Ship Type: Passenger Ship (Cruise)
- GRT: 110,428
- Engine: Wartsila 12V46C 6nos.
- M/E Output: 12600KW @515 RPM
Junior Engineer (Class IV Part-A)
Wallem Ship Management
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Ship Name: M.V. Freemantle Highway
- Ship Type: PCTC
- DWT: 18,549
- Engine: Mitsubishi 8UEC60LSII Eco
- M/E Output: 12,240 KW @ 94RPM
Trainee Marine Engineer
Wallem Ship Management
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Ship Name: M.V. Sudestada
- Ship Type: Panamax Bulk Carrier
- DWT: 75,597.52
- Engine: MAN B&W SMC
- M/E Output: 8833 KW
Education
Graduate - Marine Engineering
Great Eastern Institute of Indian maritime Maritime Studies
Lonavla, MH01-2018
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Sathyabama University
Chennai, TN01-2017
Class 12th - AISSCE
Bhavans Tripura Vidyamandir
Agartala, TR01-2013
Class 10th -
Bhavans Tripura Vidyamandir
Agartala, TR01-2011
Skills
- Marine engineering systems
- Watchkeeping duties and operations
- Fault diagnosis and equipment maintenance
- Automation systems
- Risk assessment and safety compliance
- Health, Safety and Environmental awareness
- Dry dock planning
- Problem-solving
- Team Leadership and decision making proficiency
Certification
- PASSPORT: R2201852; Validity: 08/08/2017 to 07/08/2027
- US VISA: U1685905 ; Validity: 21/09/2023 to 18/09/2028
- CONTINUOUS DICHRAGE CERTIFICATE: MUM322707; Validity: 27/07/2018 to 26/07/2028
- CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY: 95Z-34437; Validity: 01/02/2022 to 04/01/2027
- YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION: 671 ; Validity: 27/08/2018 to Unlimited
Certifications:
- Advance Fire Fighting (AFF)
- Elementary First Aid (EFA)
- Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (FPFF)
- Medical First Aid (MFA)
- Personal Safety & Social Responsibility (PSSR)
- Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
- Engine Room Simulator (ERS) (Management Level)
- The Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties (STSDSD)
- Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats (PSCRB)
- High Voltage Safety and Switch Gear Course (Operational Level)
- Engine Room Resource Management (ERM)
- Crowd and Crisis Management
- Basic & Advanced IGF (The International Code of Safety for Ships using Gases or other Low-flashpoint Fuels) certified.
Personal Details:
Father's Name: Ramapada Adhikari
Date of Birth: 26 January, 1995
Nationality: Indian
Gender: Male
Languages: English, Bengali, Hindi
Disclaimer:
"I hereby declare that the above information is true to the best of my knowledge".
Place: Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Date: 25 September, 2026
Timeline
Third Engineer
Carnival Cruise Line
12.2025 - 04.2026
Third Engineer (HOTEL)
Carnival Cruise Line
05.2025 - 09.2025
Third Engineer (HOTEL)
Carnival Cruise Line
06.2024 - 10.2024
Third Engineer
Carnival Cruise Line
12.2023 - 04.2024
Third Engineer
Carnival Cruise Line
04.2023 - 05.2023
Third Engineer
Carnival Cruise Line
07.2022 - Current
Third Engineer (Hotel)
Carnival Cruise Line
07.2022 - Current
Third Engineer Jr.
Carnival Cruise Line
07.2022 - 11.2022
Junior Engineer (Class IV Part-A)
Wallem Ship Management
01.2020 - 10.2020
Trainee Marine Engineer
Wallem Ship Management
01.2019 - 07.2019
Graduate - Marine Engineering
Great Eastern Institute of Indian maritime Maritime Studies
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering
Sathyabama University
Class 12th - AISSCE
Bhavans Tripura Vidyamandir
Class 10th -
Bhavans Tripura Vidyamandir