Varun Kumar
Second Mate
Summary
Experienced maritime professional with operational level skills and demonstrated history of working in the maritime industry. Skilled in Vessel Management and Cargo Management.Knowledge on various operational aspects like Navigation, machinery usage. Started on gas carriers followed by car carrier, bulk carrier and containers which gave me chance to learn and explore different types of vessels in the maritime industry. After playing a crucial role on board a ship, shifted to shore job as a Vessel/voyage optimization analyst in one of the growing company where working in a variety of disciplines, such as controlling/monitoring/evaluating the performance, data quality, weather routing, and cost as well as bunker savings. Also, learnt the basic concept of Emission Module and CII estimator.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Voyage optimization analyst
ZeroNorth
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction rates through detailed analysis of customer feedback data and subsequent improvements in service offerings.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Developed comprehensive training materials for new analysts, improving onboarding efficiency.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Improved decision-making processes, providing senior management with detailed analysis and actionable insights.
- Optimized operational efficiency by redesigning workflow processes.
- Increased operational transparency by developing and implementing new reporting framework.
- Led cross-functional teams in strategic planning sessions, aligning efforts with company goals.
- Reduced errors in data entry, instituting rigorous quality control checks.
- Enhanced report accuracy, conducting thorough data audits on regular basis.
Vessel/voyage optimization analyst
Alpha ori pvt. Ltd.
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining data analysis processes and implementing automation tools.
- Optimized operational efficiency by redesigning workflow processes.
- Reduced errors in data entry, instituting rigorous quality control checks.
- Developed comprehensive training materials for new analysts, improving onboarding efficiency.
- Enhanced report accuracy, conducting thorough data audits on regular basis.
Third Officer/Second Officer
NYKSM
4 2012 - 12.2021
- Responsible for correcting and updating of navigation charts, nautical publications, passage planning from berth to berth
- Responsible for monitoring voyages to ensure vessels take the most optimized route
- Responsible for all Navigational reports and Voyage reports (Noon reports, QRS report, SPAS report, ROSE report
- Responsible to collect the voyages record after completion of each voyage
- Incharge of occupational health and safety (and associated documentation)
- Assisted in preparing accident investigations/reports
- Assigned for crew induction, safety training, and the inspection and maintenance of firefighting and life-saving equipment
- Supervising the operation and maintenance of deck machinery, eg winches and cranes.
Second Mate
MSC Mediterranean Shipping
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with the Captain to develop comprehensive contingency plans for potential hazards such as piracy or severe weather events.
- Maintained a high standard of bridge resource management by continually updating navigational charts, publications, and equipment software.
- Contributed to successful audits by demonstrating strict adherence to company policies and industry best practices during inspections from port authorities or classification societies.
- Conducted regular safety drills to enhance crew preparedness for emergency situations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently maintaining logs for navigation, weather observations, and equipment performance.
- Enhanced navigational safety by implementing effective voyage planning and monitoring techniques.
Education
Statutory surveyor and Flag state inspector -
Lloyd’s Maritime Institute
Second Mate Foreign Going - undefined
D.G Shipping of India
Bachelor of Science in Nautical Technology - undefined
BITS Pilani
B.Sc in PCM - undefined
Kumaum University
Skills
Good Communication and IT skills
undefinedCertification
Flag state inspections and Classification surveys
Accomplishments
- Certificate of membership – International Association of Marine Consultants & Suerveyors
- Digital badge – International Association of Marine Consultants & Suerveyors
- Awarded-Model on Electric Windlass in Spectra 08, During Merchant Navy Awareness Exhibition.
Additional Information
Ready to relocate.
Contact No
+91-8410184262 // 7307567357
Reading books, Travelling, and Learning
I like to read books and try to learn new things in my free time by believing that these habits could assist in near future. Also, I like to travel professionally as well as casually.
Work Availability
monday
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sunday
morning
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Timeline
Second Mate
MSC Mediterranean Shipping
01.2025 - Current
Voyage optimization analyst
ZeroNorth
02.2024 - 11.2024
Vessel/voyage optimization analyst
Alpha ori pvt. Ltd.
09.2022 - 02.2024
Statutory surveyor and Flag state inspector -
Lloyd’s Maritime Institute
Second Mate Foreign Going - undefined
D.G Shipping of India
Bachelor of Science in Nautical Technology - undefined
BITS Pilani
B.Sc in PCM - undefined
Kumaum University
Third Officer/Second Officer
NYKSM
4 2012 - 12.2021
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