Didier Albert
Albion
Summary
Proficient in Strategic Planning based on years of experience acquired in Shipmanagement and with a proven track record at Novatay Ship Management Ltd, excelling in regulatory compliance and operations management. Demonstrated leadership that enhanced team performance and cultivated a robust safety culture, showcasing expertise in staff development and inventory management. Core competencies include effective communication and operational optimization, aimed at driving continuous improvement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Operation Manager and DPA
Novatay Ship Management Ltd
07.2023 - Current
- Ensuring the safe operation and smooth running of a fleet of three oil tankers.
- Conducting Safety Management Reviews onboard and onshore.
- Ensuring compliance with Flag, Class, and local port authorities' rules and regulations.
- Providing technical guidance to charterers with respect to challenging delivery operations at sea, and promoting good communication.
- Strategic planning of repairs and technical stops.
- Preparing the fleet and shore team for the various class surveys and audits.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Enhancing the safety culture on board and ashore.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with vendors and suppliers to reduce costs.
- Promoting good communication with the Owners on the upcoming costs and forthcoming regulations to be complied.
Technical Manager and DPA
Oceanis Bunkering Ltd
01.2017 - 07.2023
- Following up on the daily work plan and ensuring that the planned maintenance is followed.
- Providing technical guidance to the crew when required to resolve any particular situation impacting safety, or the operations.
- Liaising with class and vetting inspectors during surveys and ensuring that any remarks or nonconformity are promptly addressed.
- Carrying out regular technical inspections on board the fleet, and identifying defects that need immediate attention.
- Planning for dry dock repairs and the timeline in order to resume operations with minimum downtime.
- Screening requisitions and directing the procurement officer on the required orders.
- Approval of purchase orders and using direct access to the highest level of management when required, in order to boost important purchases.
- Ordering essential parts necessary for the dry dock.
- Seeking service providers for the various repairs and shore intervention.
- Liaising with Maker representatives, and providing relevant information to resolve any technical matter.
- Working on insurance claim files and liaising with P&I representatives, and attending to their demands.
Marine Surveyor
Ministry of Ocean Economy, Shipping and the Outer islands
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Hull and Machinery Surveys on Mauritian Tuna Fishing vessels
- Reporting to the Shipping Division.
- Inspecting repairs on fishing vessels.
Lecturer on Safety Courses
Acropolis Maritime Academy
02.2016 - 11.2016
- Giving lectures on Proficiency in Survival Craft.
- Oil Tanker Basic Safety Course.
Marine Engineer - Second Engineer
Teekay Tankers
03.2014 - 01.2016
- Ensuring that planned maintenance for NS5 Enterprise was diligently followed by the team.
- Promoting a safety culture onboard and the use of Docmap for all relevant checklists and permits, as per the Safety Management System.
- Holding daily toolbox talk and planning daily tasks and maintenance.
- Reporting to the Chief Engineer on work progress, any defects of concern, and the corrective action plan.
- Ensuring safe cargo operation (cargo heating and running of steam turbines for the delivery of cargo).
- Looking after various machineries and ensuring good running
Marine Engineer - Third Engineer
Teekay Tankers
05.2006 - 02.2013
- Planning and executing the maintenance of power-generating plants.
- Executing safety officer duties and holding monthly safety meetings.
- Maintaining the inventory of spares in the database, and ensuring labeling and storekeeping of critical spares.
- Assisting the second engineer with any daily engine room tasks.
Marine Engineer - Officer of the Watch
Societe de Gerance Maritime
05.2004 - 02.2006
- In charge of the maintenance of purifiers, pumps, valves, and OWS.
- Responsible for taking bunker soundings.
- Reporting to the second engineer.
- Monitoring running machinery during watchkeeping, maintaining the engine logbook.
Cadet Engineer Onshore
Taylor Smith & Co Ltd
01.1998 - 03.2001
- Assisting diesel mechanics in the overhauling of main propulsion engines of tugs.
- Overhauling of overboard valves.
- Assisting in the dismantling of the rudder and tailshaft in dry dock.
- Assisting in various pressure tests conducted.
Education
Certificate of Competency For Chief Engineer Officer Unlimited - Issued By SAMSA - Marine Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Granger Bay , Cape Town 01-2014
Certificate of Competency For Second Engineer - Issued By SAMSA - Marine Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town 01-2011
Electrical - Practical Workshop
Northlink College
Cape Town 01-2005
Engineer Officer of the Watch - Licensed by SAMSA - Marine Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town 01-2004
Mechanical Engineering Craft Practice NTC level 3 - Practical Workshop - Fitting And Turning
Industrial And Vocational Training Academy
Mauritius 01-1999
Higher School Certificate -
College De La Confiance
Mauritius Skills
- Clear communication
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
- Regulatory compliance
- Staff development
- Staff management
- Inventory management
Affiliations
Recreational Activities: Stand Up Paddleboarding, Mountain Climbing; Musical Interests: Guitar; Sports Participation: Football
Timeline
Operation Manager and DPA
Novatay Ship Management Ltd
07.2023 - Current
Technical Manager and DPA
Oceanis Bunkering Ltd
01.2017 - 07.2023
Marine Surveyor
Ministry of Ocean Economy, Shipping and the Outer islands
11.2016 - 01.2017
Lecturer on Safety Courses
Acropolis Maritime Academy
02.2016 - 11.2016
Marine Engineer - Second Engineer
Teekay Tankers
03.2014 - 01.2016
Marine Engineer - Third Engineer
Teekay Tankers
05.2006 - 02.2013
Marine Engineer - Officer of the Watch
Societe de Gerance Maritime
05.2004 - 02.2006
Cadet Engineer Onshore
Taylor Smith & Co Ltd
01.1998 - 03.2001
Certificate of Competency For Chief Engineer Officer Unlimited - Issued By SAMSA - Marine Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Certificate of Competency For Second Engineer - Issued By SAMSA - Marine Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Electrical - Practical Workshop
Northlink College
Engineer Officer of the Watch - Licensed by SAMSA - Marine Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Mechanical Engineering Craft Practice NTC level 3 - Practical Workshop - Fitting And Turning
Industrial And Vocational Training Academy
Higher School Certificate -
College De La Confiance
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