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Certification and Documentation Center (CDC)Responsible for assuring that data on all existing and new vessels classed with ABS is accurate and complete; accountable that all certificates of Class, Confirmation of Class and Maintenance of Class are issued and distributed to the proper parties. Responsible for management of Class Suspensions and Cancellations of vessels and offshore units. Managing data management of the MyEagle Client portal and ABS system for classed vessels and offshore structures. Overseeing filling of hardcopy and electronic records. Supervise the daily operation of the Classification department. Monitors the delivery and quality of services to customers in terms of customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations for hires, terminations, promotions and transfers. Appraises the performance and development potential of direct subordinates and recommends appropriate compensation adjustments. Prepares and implements department budget.Learning DepartmentEvaluated the quality and accuracy of learning material and training programs developed in-house; drafted and executed the strategy on how and when to administer the content for training of Surveyors. Coordinated and oversaw a team of Surveyors located worldwide for development of new training material and programs.Naval DepartmentOversaw the day-to-day work in the naval department. Maintained program for surveys of Launch and Recovery Systems for submarines.

Accountable for maintaining and expanding client base; supervised the delivery and quality of services to customers in terms of customer satisfaction; assisted in the development of short- and long-range manpower needs to insure that qualified, trained staff is available as needs arise; monitored the utilization of staff and took appropriate action to relieve workload imbalances; prepared country budget and controlled monthly financial administration. Performed surveys and audits on vessels and at vendor facilities.

Contributed to survey-related Rule changes and developed guidelines to worldwide survey staff on implementation and application and provided Surveyors with guidance for all classification, certification and statutory survey work. Stayed current with IACS information concerning survey matters relating to ABS Rules/Guides, IMO and Flag State Statutory requirements. Prepared and presented statutory updates to experienced Surveyors at the ABS Academy.Responsible for the administration of office procedures, planning, scheduling and coordinating survey work in addition to customer account management. Supervised and provided a multinational survey staff with guidance, mentoring and training on interpretation and application of ABS Rules, Guides and Statutory requirements as well as appraised performance and accessed potential of Surveyors. Monitored work performance to ensure quality and consistency and promoted teamwork and individual leadership among Surveyors.

Surveyed and reported on ships and mobile offshore drilling units in service and on ships during new construction relative to compliance with the requirements for Classification and Statutory regulations for various Flag States. Project Manager for new construction of various ships as well as existing ships proposed for Class and vessels carrying out major modifications.

Surveyed and reported on ships and mobile offshore drilling units in service and on ships during new construction relative to compliance with the requirements for Classification and Statutory regulations for various Flag States. Project Manager for existing ships proposed for Class and vessels carrying out major modifications.

Determined scope of and oversaw structural and mechanical repairs on various types of ships; supervised testing of completed repairs. Prepared cost estimates and purchased required materials. Managed a repair crew of eight (8) people. Accountable for expanding and maintaining client accounts.

Held positions as third Engineer through Chief Engineer.Planned work schedule and standing orders for watch personnel; advised and supervised with repair and maintenance work; updated periodical maintenance system, oversaw tests and measurements to sustain machinery and equipment; maintained spare part stock and condition. Managed a multinational Engine Department; planned and controlled yearly budget; prepared technical status reports; responsible for maintaining all machinery, equipment and structures safely and efficiently. Developed and implemented specifications for repair work afloat and in dry-dock; secured necessary bunker for intended voyages.