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Sreevin Malayath

Vessel Traffic Service Operator
Dover

Summary

Seasoned maritime professional with 7 years of seagoing experience and over a year as a Vessel Traffic Services Operator (VTSO), currently advancing in NEBOSH and IOSH safety courses. Adept at managing complex maritime operations, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining operational efficiency. Demonstrated expertise in navigating tankers and car carriers, coupled with strong skills in risk assessment, emergency response, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead teams, communicate effectively, and collaborate with stakeholders and governmental bodies. Committed to enhancing safety protocols and operational practices through ongoing professional development and strategic planning. Passionate about driving safety culture, mentoring team members, and exceeding performance goals while fostering a proactive approach to safety and excellence.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Vessel Traffic Service Operator

Kongsberg Norcontrol
Dover, Kent
07.2024 - Current
  • Exceeded performance targets through diligent task completion and exceptional attention to detail.
  • Implemented safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
  • Constant vigilance and proactive management are essential to ensuring the safe passage of vessels through the bustling English Channel, even amidst the challenges of managing multiple tasks
  • Effectively communicate with external stakeholders, vessels, ports, pilots for managing vessels piloted movements to London and Felixstowe through Sunk VTS area
  • Effectively monitor the vessels traffic movement and advise vessels about the conflicting traffic, assist in decision making, give advanced weather conditions and warnings
  • Maintaining constant communication with ships, providing navigational assistance, relaying important information such as weather updates, navigational hazards, and traffic conditions
  • Coordinating responses to emergencies such as accidents, groundings, or medical incidents, and facilitating search and rescue operations when necessary
  • Directing and regulating vessel traffic to ensure safe and efficient navigation, including managing traffic flow, providing clearances, and avoiding collisions
  • Using radar, AIS (Automatic Identification System), and other surveillance tools to monitor vessel movements in the English Channel
  • Recording and maintaining accurate records of vessel movements, incidents, and communications for reporting and analysis purposes
  • Providing guidance to vessels navigating through congested or challenging areas of the English Channel, including assistance during adverse weather conditions or low visibility
  • Providing training to new VTS operators and participating in ongoing professional development to stay updated on industry best practices and technological advancements.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.

VTS Operator

Maritime and Coastguard Agency
5 2023 - 7 2024
  • Constant vigilance and proactive management are essential to ensuring safe passage of vessels through bustling English Channel, even amidst challenges of managing multiple tasks
  • Maintaining constant communication with ships, providing navigational assistance, relaying important information such as weather updates, navigational hazards, and traffic conditions
  • Coordinating responses to emergencies such as accidents, groundings, or medical incidents, and facilitating search and rescue operations when necessary
  • Directing and regulating vessel traffic to ensure safe and efficient navigation, including managing traffic flow, providing clearances, and avoiding collisions
  • Providing guidance to vessels navigating through congested or challenging areas of the English Channel, including assistance during adverse weather conditions or low visibility
  • Providing training to new VTS operators and participating in ongoing professional development to stay updated on industry best practices and technological advancements.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.

Warehouse Operator

WHISTL
12.2022 - 04.2023
  • Maintaining quality standards for incoming and outgoing goods, ensuring accuracy in picking, packing, and shipping processes
  • Keeping accurate records of warehouse activities, including shipping and receiving documentation, inventory reports, and performance metrics
  • Overseeing the maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyor systems, to ensure smooth operations
  • Providing training and guidance to warehouse staff on proper procedures, equipment operation, safety protocols, and company policies
  • Identifying inefficiencies in warehouse processes and implementing improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs
  • Monitoring inventory levels, conducting regular stock checks, and implementing inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize discrepancies
  • Enforcing safety protocols and regulations to create a safe working environment, including proper handling of goods, equipment maintenance, and adherence to safety procedures.

Third Officer

Wallem Shipmanagement Pvt Ltd
08.2015 - 11.2022
  • Assisting the Chief Officer and other navigational officers in safely navigating the vessel by monitoring its position, course, and speed using navigational instruments such as radar, GPS, and charts
  • Ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, including proper disposal of garbage, ballast water management, and pollution prevention measures
  • Maintaining accurate logs and records related to navigational activities, cargo operations, safety inspections, and other relevant shipboard operations
  • Assisting in the training and supervision of junior deck officers and deck ratings, ensuring they understand their duties and responsibilities on the bridge
  • Responding promptly and effectively to emergency situations such as man overboard, fire, collision, or grounding, following established emergency procedures and coordinating with the ship's command team and relevant authorities as necessary
  • Maintaining communication with other vessels, shore authorities, and the ship's command team as required, including reporting navigational hazards, weather conditions, and operational updates
  • Standing watch on the bridge as part of the navigational team, ensuring the vessel follows its planned route, avoiding collisions, and complying with international maritime regulations
  • Conducting regular safety inspections and drills, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and maintaining firefighting and life-saving equipment
  • Also, monitoring security procedures to prevent unauthorized access and safeguarding against piracy and other security threats
  • Overseeing cargo loading and unloading operations, ensuring proper stowage, securing cargo, and maintaining accurate records of cargo movements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nautical Sciene

IMA
India
04.2001 -

Skills

Decision Making

Communicating and Influencing

Delivering at pace

Good in IT Skills

Safety Management

Troubleshooting

Regulatory Compliance

Problem-Solving

Multitasking

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Problem-solving aptitude

Risk Assessment

IOSH Qalified

OOW Certified

Timeline

Vessel Traffic Service Operator

Kongsberg Norcontrol
07.2024 - Current

Warehouse Operator

WHISTL
12.2022 - 04.2023

Third Officer

Wallem Shipmanagement Pvt Ltd
08.2015 - 11.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nautical Sciene

IMA
04.2001 -

VTS Operator

Maritime and Coastguard Agency
5 2023 - 7 2024

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