Surjit Kumar Dey
Mumbai
Summary
Career opportunity Looking for a suitable position at the Senior Management level Commensurate with my experience and qualifications.
- A Marine Engineer with over 25 years of cumulative experience in Maritime business including Technical Management of Ships in India and Overseas, Supervision, and Business Development in various sectors.
- General Manager Technical. Results-driven General Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational management. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring effective team collaboration and customer satisfaction. Committed to driving business growth through innovative strategies and exemplary leadership qualities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Manager / Technical Lead
Safe-Sea Group
Mumbai
01.2024 - Current
- Oversee 8 vessels in worldwide trade with mixed fleets (Bulk, container, and Tankers).
- Provided technical management support for ship activities, assisting both owners and senior management.
- Reporting to MD, Chairman.
- In the leadership role with vast experience, keeping eyes throughout the entire process with the sole purpose of minimizing risks, preventing problems, and eliminating surprises to ensure on-time repair and budget control.
Chief Technical Officer ( CTO )
Apeejay Shipping Ltd
Kolkata
09.2018 - 05.2023
- Effectively oversaw the operations of 9 bulk carrier vessels in coastal and foreign trade.
- Reporting Chairman. Executed diverse responsibilities pertaining to vessel operations and maintenance and budget control.
- Apeejay Shipping, being a pioneer in coal trade since inception, is involved in various port activities while maintaining relations with various authorities.
- Special projects at Apeejay – Fleet DD- 9 vessels at ASRY, China, CDL Colombo, NOSCO with BWTS fitment. Managed ship management activities for fleet vessels, including budget approvals and vessel condition evaluation.
- Negotiation and review of vendors contracts (lubes, chemicals, etc.)
- Provided support for technical ship management to owners and in-house senior management
- Managed and supported ship management company superintendents during special surveys, dockings, and repairs
Dy Chief Technical Officer
Essar Shipping Ltd
Mumbai
07.2017 - 08.2020
- Heading Technical Dept, Special Projects, and Machineries Claim
- Provided regular updates on vessel operations to CEO.
- Managed a fleet of 12 vessels, including 2 VLCC, 1 Cape Size, 6 Mini Cape size, and 2 Supramax ships.
- Since inception at ESSAR, an additional charge of Head of Fleet Manning has been given to streamline the process and deal with various authorities and unions.
- Actively performed multiple job functions across different departments, showcasing ability to multitask and adapt to various responsibilities.
- Various Claim (4 in nos.) Executed and assessed the Claim amounts with Surveyor / Adjuster, ensuring timely delivery.
Head Commercial
Essar Shipping Ltd
Mumbai
07.2017 - 08.2020
- Managed vessel claims and dry docking projects as Head of Special Projects
- Various Claim (4 in nos.) Executed Claim amount assessments with Surveyors / Adjusters and consistently met deadlines.
- Fleet vessel DD at ASRY (Bahrain), CDL Colombo
- Executed dry-docking for 13 vessels in Oman and Dubai, including retrofitting 4 scrubbers.
- Involved in day-to-day Manning activities with union Agreement ITF/TCC for vessel under BBC/BBCD.
General Manager
Crowley Accord
Mumbai
09.2013 - 06.2017
- Managed and supervised technical operations for 23 vessels, including Tankers, Bulk Carriers, Trans loaders, and Container vessels.
- Ensured compliance with Crowley Accord through the application of my expertise, competence, and diligence.
- Utilized expertise in managing vessel DD for Special
Auditor
MSC Ship Management HKG
Hong Kong
09.2009 - 03.2010
- Support claims department (P&I and, Claims) in handling claims
- Successfully advocated for company's rights during Cargo and machinery claim processes at MSC Ship Management.
- Involved in USCG inspection as CE /, in vessels under MSC Ship Management HKG towards ECP (Environment Compliance Programme) and SECA compliance for a year 2008 - 2010 as per requirement of MSC.
Chief Engineer, 2nd Engineer
MSC Ship Management HKG
Hong Kong
01.1998 - 01.2001
- MSC Ship Management – Container vessels.
- Implemented measures to ensure systems were in compliance
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance
- Used [Software] to prepare weekly reports regarding technical status of facilities
- Administered safety plans to train [Number] employees on meeting and exceeding OSHA safety standards
- Operated carrier, container carrier, log carrier, and general cargo vessels.
- Univan Ship Management.
- Sailed on board various types of vessels (Bulk, General Cargo, Log Carrier ) since 1998
- Promoted to Chief Engineer in 2007 upon earning my 1st Class Certificate of Competency, with a focus on container vessels.
Technical Manager
Crowley Accord Marine Management
Mumbai
- Managed vessels and provided technical consultancy for various types of vessels, including offshore activity, at CROWLEY ACCORD MARINE MANAGEMENT since March 2010, a subsidiary company of CROWLEY MARITIME USA.
- Crowley Accord Marine Management, established in 1992, is jointly owned by Crowley Maritime USA and NEPA Shipping Netherlands.
- Bulk carrier, Product Tanker, Trans loader and Container vessels , VLCC , Cape Size independently keeping budgetary part within the comfortable level
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Technical Superintendent
Crowley Accord Marine Management
Mumbai
- Managed vessel operations by coordinating between vessel Owner's Superintendent and ensuring effective communication for efficient vessel management
- Developed technical process improvement suggestions to optimize resources for vessel upgrades.
- Created detailed vessel condition reports using Excel and PowerPoint for Owners Office
- Implemented new technological improvements to increase efficiency.
Personnel Management
MSC Ship Management HKG
- Managed technical aspects and ensured quality assurance in various projects.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans and budgets for optimal outcomes.
- Effectively planned and managed dry-dock operations within allocated budget.
- Developed and implemented efficient planned maintenance systems
- Enhanced transfer capacities by implementing innovative strategies and streamlining processes
Education
PG Mar - Marine Engineering
Marine Engineering & Research Institute
MERI Mumbai Campus12-1997
Higher Secondary -
St. Josephs High School
Jharkhand12.1997
B.Sc (Hons ) - Physics
S P College
Jharkhand08.1996
B.E - Mech - Mechanical Engineering
BIT
Bangalore07-1986
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Fleet Management
- Inventory Management
- Budget Control
- Regulatory Compliance
Accomplishments
- MERI - PG Mar - First Class in all Semester
- Mumbai Port Trust - Work shop Training
- Certifications
- MEPC- Marine Environmental Preparedness Course
- Course for Superintendent Training by Germanischer Lloyd
- Managerial Skill Development and Leadership course - Franklin Covey
- Course in ISM , ISPS , Stress management
- Course on Sale Abilities, Consultative HR Selling Process – Porter Henry
- Affiliations
- Technical committee member with INSA
- Manning committee member with INSA
- Lloyds South East Asia Technical Committee member
Timeline
Fleet Manager / Technical Lead
Safe-Sea Group
01.2024 - Current
Chief Technical Officer ( CTO )
Apeejay Shipping Ltd
09.2018 - 05.2023
Dy Chief Technical Officer
Essar Shipping Ltd
07.2017 - 08.2020
Head Commercial
Essar Shipping Ltd
07.2017 - 08.2020
General Manager
Crowley Accord
09.2013 - 06.2017
Auditor
MSC Ship Management HKG
09.2009 - 03.2010
Chief Engineer, 2nd Engineer
MSC Ship Management HKG
01.1998 - 01.2001
Technical Manager
Crowley Accord Marine Management
Technical Superintendent
Crowley Accord Marine Management
Personnel Management
MSC Ship Management HKG
PG Mar - Marine Engineering
Marine Engineering & Research Institute
Higher Secondary -
St. Josephs High School
B.Sc (Hons ) - Physics
S P College
B.E - Mech - Mechanical Engineering
BIT