An experienced, self-motivated, disciplined, peak performing and dynamic maritime professional with 31 years continuous service and a career of consistent advancement. Effective problem solver who enjoys a challenge. A team leader as well as team player who is able to adjust management styles depending on situations.Reputation for maintaining a high focus on safety, safety culture, safety improvements and high standard of excellence, taking on complex projects and achieving favourable results to budget and on time. Pride myself in being a versatile manager with the ability to streamline procedures, making use of limited time and resources available to best achieve the required goals and objectives. Vast knowledge in the maintenance industry for marine, offshore and drilling machinery systems including but not limited to 2 and 4 stroke diesel engines, steam systems and turbines, propulsion and thruster systems, power generation, fuel processing, pumping systems, auxiliary systems, modern automation, hydraulics, refrigeration and DP 2 and DP3 systems as well as oil exploration and drilling equipment, Mud pumps , Draw works. Top drives, Solid control, heavy lifts and cranes.Have ISM auditing knowledge and have on numerous occasions performed independent inspections on modern vessels as requested by owners and pre-sale inspections for independent consultants.Have a comprehensive understanding of Classification requirements (Lloyds Register, DNV and ABS GL ), IMO, MARPOL, SOLAS, ISO 14001, API and the ISM and MODU codes.Have vast experience in ship yards both ship repair and new building, commissioning and ship construction and have been involved in numerous projects.