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Sakhil Sasi Kumar

Navigating Officer
Trivandrum

Summary

Experienced Third Navigating Officer specializing in Navigation, Safety, and Cargo operations on Tanker vessels. Skilled in navigating congested waters, locks, and ice conditions while upholding high safety standards. Proficient in communication with operators/charters and leading key meetings with terminal representatives. Holds Certificate of Competency as Second Mate of Foreign Going ships from the Government of India, GMDSS Operator's License, and advanced DCE in Oil/Chemical. Certified in Maritime crew resource management and bridge team management, with endorsements from Isle of Man and Marshall Islands. Possess a US C1/D Visa.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Third Officer

Shell International Trading and Shipping Company Limited
07.2024 - Current
  • Currently sailing onboard tankers operated by Shell International Trading and Shipping Company Limited in the position of Third Navigating officer.
  • Responsible for the ship's safety and navigation, working with a bridge team to navigate the ship and monitor operations.

In this tenure sailed on

SILVER EBALINA 02-10-2024 TO 10-01-2025

SILVER ERVILIA 26-05-2025 TO 16-06-2025

Third Navigating Officer

BPMS (bp trading & shipping)
05.2022 - 03.2024
  • Responsible for the ship's safety and navigation, working with a bridge team to navigate the ship and monitor operations.
  • Navigation: Plots and checks the ship's route, updates charts and publications, and directs the bridge team
  • Safety: Manages safety equipment, including firefighting equipment and life saving appliances
  • Watch: Maintains watch in accordance with instructions from the Master, USCG, and COMSC.
  • Operations: Assists with cargo handling, anchoring, mooring.
  • Maintenance: Performs regular deck maintenance and inspections for LSA/FFA.
  • Communication: Responsible for communication, Licensed GMDSS Operator.
  • HSSE: Responsible for safety of crew, cleans seas and implementing company HSSE onboard.
  • In this tenure sailed on British Engineer 23-05-2022 to 08-10-2022(Oil/Chem Tanker) British Officer 07-02-2023 to 23-06-2023(Oil/Chem Tanker) British Officer 09-03-2024 to 13-03-2024 (Oil/Chem Tanker)

Deck Trainee Officer

BPMS (bp trading & shipping)
12.2016 - 12.2021
  • Assist with navigation tasks, such as chart plotting and monitoring weather conditions. Monitor equipment and look out for other vessels under the supervision of a certified watch keeper. Perform routine maintenance on deck equipment and machinery, such as chipping, painting, and greasing. Assist with loading, unloading, and securing cargo. Carry out safety inspections. Compare compasses, verify the lookout and helmsman are alert, check the vessel's position, read log entries, and understand and use the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
  • In this tenure sailed on British Venture 01-02-2017 to 23-07-2017 (VLCC) British Robin 13-09-2017 to 04-04-2018 (Aframax tanker-ICE Class) British Captain 15-07-2018 to 02-01-2019 (Oil/Chem Tanker) Cleared exams within time frame provided by sponsorship company.

Education

High school diploma - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

Kendriya Vidyalaya Adoor
Adoor, Kerala
04.2003 - 05.2015

Bachelor's in Nautical Science - undefined

Indian Maritime University
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
07.2016 - 11.2021

Skills

  • Route planning
  • Safety management
  • Proficient in spatial reasoning
  • Strategic problem analysis
  • Risk assessment strategies
  • Record keeping

References

Clarence, Somasundram, clarence.somasundram@bp.com, +65 81446143, BpMS

Interests

Volunteering, Aviation Enthusiast, Die-Cast Car Collection

Certification

LCHS OIL

Accomplishments

  • Safely conducting navigational watch during voyages and ensuring compliance with international maritime regulations.Contributing to optimal passage planning using electronic charts, radar systems, and GPS tools.
    Responding effectively to changing weather conditions and traffic situations to ensure vessel safety.
    Leading lifeboat drills and safety inspections, ensuring crew readiness and equipment reliability.Maintaining safety gear (life jackets, fire extinguishers, emergency signals) and training others in emergency procedures.
    Participating in audits and enforcing compliance with SOLAS and MARPOL regulations.

Software

Veslink, BOSS

Timeline

LCHS OIL

07-2025

Third Officer

Shell International Trading and Shipping Company Limited
07.2024 - Current

BTM

06-2024

MCRM

11-2023

Third Navigating Officer

BPMS (bp trading & shipping)
05.2022 - 03.2024

Deck Trainee Officer

BPMS (bp trading & shipping)
12.2016 - 12.2021

Bachelor's in Nautical Science - undefined

Indian Maritime University
07.2016 - 11.2021

High school diploma - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

Kendriya Vidyalaya Adoor
04.2003 - 05.2015
Sakhil Sasi KumarNavigating Officer