Velkumar Sankaran

• I am working on a project to develop a core team in APAC region responsible for conducting pre-docking inspections of all deck machinery in accordance with the new rules set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO)
• The objective of this project is to establish a framework for carrying out these inspections, generating comprehensive and standardized reports with recommendations, that can be presented to the Client and maintained in-house for future reference.

To accomplish this project, several key steps need to be taken:

Creating an Inspection Checklist:

• Utilized in-house tools to develop a comprehensive inspection checklist for mooring equipment
• Standardized inspection procedures and ensure adherence to quality standards
• Continuously improve and update the inspection checklist based on feedback and industry best practices

Developed and Implemented effective Inspection Processes:

• Identified the most effective process for conducting inspections, considering limited resources and customer requirements
• Streamlined the inspection process to ensure efficiency and accuracy
• Collaborated with the operations team to optimize resource allocation and maximize inspection output

Enhanced Customer Support and Lifecycle Management:

• Worked closely with the customer support team to provide exceptional service throughout the inspection process
• Developed strategies to increase capture rate for Mooring equipment through proactive customer engagement
• Implemented lifecycle management practices to ensure timely inspections and maintenance of equipment

Training and Resource Development:

• Conducted training sessions for regional resources on the deck machinery product range, inspection procedures, and quality standards
• Supported the development of resources across the region through mentoring and guidance
• Fostered a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the inspection team
• Provided support with onboard Inspection trainings for accelerated development of regional engineers

Oversee End-to-End Execution of Inspection Campaigns:

• Took full ownership of the inspection campaigns for Mooring equipment
• Monitored and assessed the performance of inspection campaigns by measuring ROI, and made data-driven adjustments as needed
• Overall, this project aims to establish a core team with expertise in pre-docking inspections of deck machinery, create a standardized checklist and procedure, develop engineer competence, and actively contribute to the sales campaign
• Implementing these initiatives, can ensure compliance with IMO regulations, improve vessel safety, and generate new business opportunities.

Achievements:

• I was selected for Asia-Pacific Talent Project for year 2023. This competitive program recognizes high-achieving individuals from across the Asia-Pacific region.

• Manufacturers of Engines, Gear Boxes, Bow Thrusters, Aqua master, Water Jet Engines, Steering Gears, Deck Machinery, Bulk Handling System, Controllable Pitch Propellers

Strategy:

• Enhancing Sales Promotions of various equipment manufactured by the company
• Liaisoning with various shipyards and ship building companies regarding new sales of equipment
• Dealing with different clients to their satisfaction and ensuring new sales of manufactured by company
• Responsible for commissioning, overhauling, repairs, and maintenance as Original Equipment Manufacturers

Administration:

• Planning and implementation of all procedural and functional aspects of service and sales
• Controlling manpower of different workshop and shipyards towards achievement of equipment requirement
• Dealing with different workshops and shipyards regarding requirement of manpower keeping with core of their organizational policies and rules

Team Building:

• Generally managing a team of five to seven persons with an eye on multitasking and skill building within the group to function as core of the organization in future
• Consistent efforts to foster a positive team culture and address challenges are essential for long-term success
• Tailored approach to the unique needs and dynamics of the team, and was flexible in adapting strategies as circumstances evolve.

Certification:

• Winches – Level2
• Shark Jaw Towing Pin – Level 2
• Waterjet/ Can Man Controls – Level 2.

Achievements:

• Spotlighting Employee excellence for exceptional commitment and contribution in year 2013.
• Played a key role in winning repeated orders for ‘replacing’ existing underperformed Norwegian Deck machinery design with our RR Shark Jaw Tow Pin Shipset.

Plimsoll prides itself to have grown into one of Asia's largest manufacturers of Hydraulic & Electric Deck Equipment for the increasing marine and offshore industry worldwide. It has established itself as a single source manufacturer to deliver complete ship sets of Hydraulic & Electric Deck Equipment

Responsibilities:

• Commissioning and Servicing of the Deck Equipment
• Follow up the ship status and co-coordinating with the customers
• Attending the technical sessions during the sales meetings at the Customer Places (Technical Discussion)
• Attending the ship trails according to DNV and BV Certifications.

Achievements:

• 3-month training at PLIMSOLL CORPORATION PVT. LTD, Singapore) helped achieve more accurate certification of the deck equipment and reduction in commissioning time by 50%.
• Successfully tested and commissioned numerous Deck machineries at the customers namely ABG (Surat), Bharti (Ratnagiri), Temba (Chennai) and Cochin Shipyards.

• ASB International Pvt. Limited is 100% subsidiary of NISSEI ASB Machine Co
• ASB International Pvt.Limited, Japan, manufacturing single stage biaxial oriented injection stretch blow molding machines & molds catering to the Indian & international markets

Responsibilities:

• Mold and Machine testing
• Mold trials and coordination with the design department for any design modifications
• Planning of mold & machine trails according to the dispatch commitments
• Machine & mold installation, troubleshooting and servicing at the customer's place
• Shop floor and classroom training to the customers
• ISO documentation and implementation of quality management system

Achievements:

• Have been the Star performer for the year 2003rv2004
• Exposure to test & certify all the models of Nissei ASB-India such as ASB 70 DPH, ASB 70 DPW, ASB 50 MB & PF series
• Successfully tested and commissioned numerous molds and machines at many of the customers in INDIA and Abroad
• As a team of four lead by me, successfully tested and certified 15 machines of PF series in a record period of 30 days in the month of March 2005 towards an export commitment.