SHASHI KANT SUSHMA
Mirzapur
Summary
Dynamic Technical Superintendent with extensive experience at Michigan Wheel Marine, excelling in marine engineering and naval architecture. Proven track record in managing multimillion-dollar budgets, leading successful vessel retrofits, and ensuring compliance with international regulations. Strong decision-making and communication skills drive operational efficiency and enhance team performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Superintendent
Technical Superintendent
10.2024 - Current
- As a Technical Superintendent, I oversee the complete technical management of gearless Capesize bulk carriers, managing an annual operating budget of approximately USD 7–8 million. I am responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, compliant, and cost-effective vessel operations in full alignment with company objectives and industry best practices.
- My core competencies include excellent communication and presentation skills, strong interpersonal relationship skills, diligence, honesty, result orientation, strong team spirit, and proven leadership qualities.
- Successfully managed flag change surveys on various vessels.
- Successfully handled ownership and class change surveys on various ships with multiple classification societies.
- Planned, supervised, and completed multiple dry dockings on various vessels, ensuring timely execution within approved budgets.
- Led and supervised Scrubber installations and BWTS retrofitting on various vessels, with direct involvement in: Engineering review and retrofit planning, Piping layout, structural modifications, and stiffening measures, Coordination with shipyards, OEMs, class, and vessel staff, Ensuring compliance with IMO, Class, and Flag requirements.
- Maintained updated working knowledge of digital tools such as OneNote, Google Sheets, Trello, and Microsoft Teams for technical reporting, planning, and coordination.
- Took delivery of newbuilding vessels from shipyards and second-hand vessels, ensuring full technical acceptance and documentation.
- Exercised strict OPEX control, reviewing budgets and explaining any significant deviations to management.
- Managed vessel operating expenses efficiently over the last three calendar years, keeping total expenditure within approved budgets and maintaining liquidity surplus throughout the year.
- Ensured continuous compliance with Class, Flag, SOLAS, MARPOL, and international statutory requirements, maintaining all certificates and surveys in valid condition.
- Closely monitored vessel performance and implemented corrective actions to improve fuel efficiency, working closely with vessel operators to achieve fuel-consumption targets.
- Delivered effective and efficient ship-management services aligned with the organization’s objectives and work culture.
- Strictly adhered to the company’s core values, maintaining complete honesty, transparency, and professional integrity in all technical and financial matters.
Marine Engineer
Marine Engineer
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Served as Chief Engineer and Second Engineer on bulk carriers and container vessels, with progressive responsibility for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of shipboard machinery systems. Actively involved in both hands-on maintenance and department-level management, ensuring high operational reliability and cost control.
- Overall responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and performance of main propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery, and engine room equipment.
- Planning and execution of preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with PMS, class rules, and maker’s recommendations.
- Direct involvement in main engine overhauls, including cylinder units, pistons, fuel injection systems, exhaust valves, turbochargers, and associated systems.
- Management and supervision of auxiliary engines, boilers, compressors, purifiers, pumps, and heat exchangers.
- Leadership of engine department personnel, including work planning, training, watchkeeping arrangements, and performance monitoring.
- Preparation and successful attendance of Class, Flag, ISM, and PSC inspections, ensuring timely closure of all observations.
- Effective fuel and lube oil management, monitoring consumption trends and implementing corrective actions to optimize efficiency.
- Control of engine department budgets, spare parts inventory, requisitions, and cost-effective procurement.
- Coordination with shore management, service engineers, and vendors for repairs, troubleshooting, and technical support.
- Maintenance of accurate engine room logs, maintenance records, defect lists, and technical reports.
- Proven capability in emergency response and breakdown management, ensuring vessel safety and minimum downtime.
- Strict adherence to SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM, and company safety management systems at all times.
Naval Architect & Application Engineer
Michigan Wheel Marine
10.2015 - 03.2017
- Design, development, installation, and maintenance of marine propulsion systems.
- Close liaison with classification societies (ABS, LR, IRS, DNVGL, NK).
- Application of SOLAS and MARPOL requirements.
- Engineering design and analysis for vessel modification and offshore projects.
- Preparation of structural drawings, calculations, and tender documents.
- Conducted inclining experiments, deadweight surveys, draft surveys, and sea trials.
- Inspection during construction and outfitting stages.
- Liaison with Class and Owners for drawing and document approvals.
- Subsidiary of Nakashima, Japan
Marine Engineer
Various Companies
02.2008 - 01.2014
- Operation and maintenance of main propulsion systems and auxiliary machinery.
- Monitoring and control of shipboard electrical systems including generators and switchboards.
- Management of auxiliary systems such as freshwater generation, sewage treatment, and HVAC.
- Performance analysis using ship instrumentation data.
- Coordination with Master and deck officers for safe operations.
- Supervision and training of engine room personnel.
- Maintenance of logs, fuel consumption records, and defect reports.
- Ensuring compliance with maritime regulations and safety protocols.
- Handling emergency breakdowns to maintain vessel seaworthiness.
Skills
- Marine engineering
- Naval architecture
- Interpretation of complex 2-D drawings
- 3-D visualization
- Preparation of technical reports
- Documentation
- Decision-making
- Judgment
- Time management
Rankwise Experience
- Chief Engineer, 4 Months 16 Days
- 2nd Engineer, 19 Months 6 Days
- 3rd Engineer, 31 Months 16 Days
- 4th Engineer, 14 Months 4 Days
- Junior Engineer, 6 Months 9 Days
Timeline
Technical Superintendent
Technical Superintendent
10.2024 - Current
Marine Engineer
Marine Engineer
01.2018 - 01.2024
Naval Architect & Application Engineer
Michigan Wheel Marine
10.2015 - 03.2017
Marine Engineer
Various Companies
02.2008 - 01.2014