This document contains a summary and employment history of S.SHANMUGHAM, a seasoned professional with over 23 years of experience in maintenance management, engine room operations, and technical support services in the shipping industry. He is currently working as a Commissioning Engineer in Dubai, UAE, and has previously held roles such as Chief Engineer and Second Engineer on various vessel types worldwide. S.SHANMUGHAM has competencies in maintenance management, engine room operations, installation, and spare parts management. He holds a Certificate of Competency as Chief Engineer (Motor ships) of Unlimited KW rating from the Government of India.

1. S.SHANMUGHAM
Mobile : 050 - 9723947
E- Mail : umayaval99@yahoo.com
Visa Status : Employment Visa Valid Till July 31, 2015.
At present working as a Commissioning Engineer in Grandweld Shipyards in Dubai (Project completed
Bourbon, Halual & KOC) for last two years.
Senior level positions in Maintenance Management, Technical Support Services with leading
organizations.
Summary
A seasoned professional with over 23 years rich experience in Maintenance Management, Engine Room
Operations, Installation, Spares Management in the Shipping Industry .
Proficiency in managing Maintenance of Engines, Pump Sets, Alternators, Boilers, Hydraulics etc.
Proven abilities in enhancing uptime and escalating productivity and operating efficiencies.
Enterprising Team Leader with the ability of handling large task forces in a disciplined & organized
environment as well as mentoring & motivating teams in optimizing performance levels.
An out of box thinker in implementing cost saving measures to achieve substantial reduction in terms of
man days, raw materials and energy consumption.
Posses qualities of self reliance, tolerance, self discipline, personal responsibility, the ability to work both
independently and as part of a team, and be able to cope with loneliness, homesickness and seasickness.
Employment Scan
2013 to till date working as a Commissioning Engineer in Grandweld Shipyards, Maritime City, Dubai.
2010 to 2013 : Chief Engineer- Bulk Carrier, Chemical and Product Tanker on World Wide Trade,
Univan Ship Management Ltd, Hong Kong.
2004 to 2010 : Second Engineer, Very Large Crude Carrier,
Univan Ship Management Ltd, Hong Kong.
2000 to 2004 : Second Engineer , Oil Tanker & Chemical Tanker Vessel
Univan Ship Management Ltd, Hong Kong.

2. 1995 to 2000 : Third Engineer, Container & Bulk Fleet,
Univan Ship Management Ltd, Hong Kong.
1991 to 1992 : Fourth Engineer, Bulk & Tanker fleet.
Shipping Corporation Of India, Mumbai, India
Univan Ship Management Ltd, Hong Kong.
1988 to 1991 : Seagoing Junior Engineer,
Shipping Corporation Of India, Mumbai, India.
Core Competencies
Maintenance Management
Developing and Implementing plans & Schedules for Maintenance Operations with focus on Optimum
Utilization of Manpower and Material.
Managing the functions of troubleshooting and preventive/breakdown maintenance onboard ship,
Enhancing safety and minimum stoppage time of Vessel by providing back up to line.
Implementing Safety Management Initiatives as well as conducting regular inspections to prevent
accidents and ensure adherence to safety norms.
Monitoring the conduct and review of Overhaul/Repair activities as per laid down procedures and
necessary documentation of the same.
Ensuring availability of Serviceable and Calibrated Equipment/Test Equipment.
Carrying out Testing/Performance Analysis/Post Test Release, Inspections.
Undertaking Inspections and taking approval from necessary authorities regarding Permits and Risk
Assessments.
Handling Trouble Shooting of Major/Minor Power Plant Snags in line.
Engine Room Operations
Looking after Technical Services including Main Engine Propulsion, auxiliary Plant and Machinery, and
Electrical Generation and Distribution of HT, LT Power Management Systems.
Supervising various activities in their departments, including Engine Room watch keeping as
appropriate, Cargo work and other Ship Operations according to the type of Vessel, as well as carrying out
Equipment Maintenance and other practical tasks around the Ship.
Responsible for the safe operation of the Ship.

3. Installation
Installing, Commissioning Equipments, Systems, etc.
Foreseeing performance bottlenecks and taking corrective measures to avoid the same.
Spare Part Management
Designing, Implementing and Monitoring effective Inventory Control Schedules.
Participating in the indigenization of the spare parts.
Maintenance Preview: Engines 3000BHP to 21000 BHP, Main Propulsion Machinery like B&W,
SULZER, M.A.N,MITSUBISHI and BERGEN- ROLLS ROYCE, Diesel Engine driven alternator
overhaul. High Voltage 3 phase Switchboards and Power Distribution Systems, Generator Switchgear,
Direct on line and Star Delta Control Panels, 3 Phase and Single Phase Motors, Boiler Automation
Control, Boiler Feed Water Systems, Flash Distillation and Reverse Osmosis Units. Shell and Tube, Plate
type Heat exchangers; Cargo Refrigeration Machinery used on Reefer Vessels; Hydraulic Pumps and
Circuits, Multi Ported Valves. Electro Pneumatic Logic Control Systems, Air Compressors and Drier
Systems, Pump Sets, Fixed and Portable Fire Suppression Systems, Sprinkler, Foam System Pumps. Life
Boats and Fast Rescue Craft etc.
Certification: Certificate of Competency as Chief Engineer (Motor ships) of Unlimited KW rating.
Issued by the D.G.Shipping Goverment of India on 2010
Certificate Valid up to April 2019
Scholastics
Dip. in Mechanical Engineering Muthiah Polytechnic, Annamalai University, Chidambaram
1980-1983
Training and Workshop
Ship Based Advanced Fire Fighting Course March 1991
Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Feb 2001
Ship Board Medical First Aid Course June 2003
Course in Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Sep 1998
IT Credentials
MS Office
Personal Vitae
Date of Birth : 17th Feb, 1965
Languages : English, Hindi, Tamil
Passport Details : G 7679055/ Expiry : 2018
Indian CDC : BY 61964, Issued Dec 1988 ; Exp : 2022