Manoj Thotagamuwa

Experience

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  Liverpools Navigation Limited

  Sept 2003 - Oct 2004

  Engineering Cadet
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  Ceylon Shipping Corporation

  May 2005 - Dec 2005

  Fourth Engineer
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  Rickmers Group

  Sept 2006 - Sept 2008

  Third Engineer
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  Mercmarine Group of Companies

  Sept 2008 - Nov 2008

  Third Engineer
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  Rickmers Reederei GmbH, Germany

  Mar 2010 - Jul 2010

  Second Engineer
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  REF Crewmanagement GmbH

  Nov 2010 - Jul 2012

  Second Engineer
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  Swire Shipping

  Jan 2013 - Mar 2013

  Second Engineer
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  NSB GROUP (REEDEREI NSB Niederelbe Schiffahrtsgesellschaft mbH & Co. KG)

  May 2013 - Sept 2013

  Second Engineer
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  Dockendale Ship Management Group

  Jun 2014 - now

  Entrusted with the critical responsibility of safeguarding the lives of crew, protecting the marine environment, and ensuring the flawless operation of the vessels. Meticulously overseeing various aspects of maritime engineering:* Safety Paramount: Primarily revolving around guaranteeing the safety of crew and the vessel itself. Left no stone unturned in ensuring that all safety-critical equipment on board is not just maintained but rigorously tested, adhering to the highest safety policies, standards, and procedures.* Continuous Improvement Advocate: Played a key role in constantly looking out for opportunities to enhance operational procedures. Enthusiastically spearhead procedure revisions and conduct meticulous risk assessments to identify areas to become even more efficient.* Machinery Maestro: The heartbeat of any ship lies in its machinery. Accountable for maintaining all machinery, equipment, and systems, including main propulsion, auxiliary power generation, ancillary systems, and deck & cargo handling equipment, ensuring their peak performance.* Control and Monitoring Expert: A safe work environment is always an unwavering commitment. Ensuring that control, monitoring, and alarm components and systems are functioning flawlessly, guaranteeing the safety of all onboard.* Policy Implementation: Diligently implement company policies, procedures, and adhere to general maritime industry standards, ensuring to operate at the highest levels of compliance.* Fuel and Fluid Guardian: The quality of fuel and fluids within the vessel is critical. Supervising the checking and maintenance of fuel and fluid quality in all tanks, collecting oil samples for thorough analysis.* Bunkering Virtuoso: Vessel bunkering operations are very essential aspects. Following established fuelling procedures with precision and maintaining optimal inventory levels of critical spares and vessel parts. Show less * Served as the direct liaison to the Chief Engineer, assuming responsibility in their absence, ensuring the seamless continuity of vital operations.* Played an integral role in complementing and reinforcing the rigorous demands of the safety management system, contributing to the overarching safety culture aboard the vessel.* Orchestrated the efficient deployment and coordination of the engine department crew, overseeing their efforts in the maintenance and repair of all crucial machinery and electrical equipment on board, ensuring the vessel's operational integrity.* Took custody of invaluable materials, tools, and spare parts located within the engine room, meticulously managing these essential assets to facilitate swift and effective repairs when necessary.* On a weekly basis, meticulously inspected all safety facilities and equipment, leaving no room for compromise, to guarantee their seamless functionality and the protection of all on board.* In the event of any unforeseen breakdowns, swiftly implemented the planned maintenance system (PMS), ensuring an immediate and proactive response to restore functionality and maintain operational efficiency. Show less

  • Chief Engineer

    Aug 2018 - now

  • Second Engineer

    Jun 2014 - Jul 2018