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FUAT ARAS

FUAT ARAS

Nanaimo,BC

Summary

Results-driven industry leader with extensive management experience, specializing in staff training and development, performance evaluation, and continuous process improvement. Adept at financial reporting and budget management, ensuring operational efficiency and cost control. Proven track record in analyzing P&L statements to drive profitability and achieve business objectives. Strong leadership and strategic planning skills with a focus on optimizing team performance and organizational growth.

Education

Bachelor Honours degree - Maritime Transportation And Management Engineering

Girne American University
Kyrena, Cyprus
01-2018

Associate Degree - Maritime And Port Management

Piri Reis University
Istanbul, Turkey
08-2016

MBA - Business Administration

Vancouver Island Unversty
Nanaimo, BC

Skills

  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Business Development & Partnerships
  • Financial Management & Budgeting
  • Team Leadership & Mentoring
  • Operational Process Optimization
  • Automation & Digital Transformation
  • Project Management
  • Financial Analysis & Reporting
  • Team Building & Development
  • Strategic Communication

Timeline

GENERAL MANAGER

Laz Automaton Inc.
01.2020 - 01.2025

Oceangoing Watchkeeping Officer

Hapag-Lloyd
05.2019 - 11.2019

Deck Cadet

Harren&Partner
09.2018 - 02.2019

PR TEAM DIRECTOR

Oass Games
01.2014 - 02.2016

Bachelor Honours degree - Maritime Transportation And Management Engineering

Girne American University

Associate Degree - Maritime And Port Management

Piri Reis University

MBA - Business Administration

Vancouver Island Unversty

Work History

GENERAL MANAGER

Laz Automaton Inc.
Istanbul, Turkey
01.2020 - 01.2025
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Conducted employee evaluations to provide adequate feedback and recognize quality performance.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired qualified staff for open positions.
  • Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.

Oceangoing Watchkeeping Officer

Hapag-Lloyd
Hamburg
05.2019 - 11.2019
  • Watchkeeping and Navigation: Conducted bridge watchkeeping duties, monitored navigational equipment, and ensured safe passage, following COLREGs, SOLAS, and company procedures.
  • Safety and Compliance: Acted as the Safety Officer, overseeing shipboard safety protocols, conducting safety drills, and ensuring compliance with ISM, ISPS, and MARPOL regulations.
  • Emergency Preparedness: Led emergency response drills, including fire, man overboard, and abandon ship procedures, ensuring crew readiness and compliance with safety standards.
  • Crew and Operations Management: Supervised deck crew, coordinated cargo loading and unloading, and managed ship stability calculations.
  • Maintenance and Inspections: Conducted routine vessel inspections, ensured proper maintenance of safety equipment, and reported deficiencies for corrective action.

Deck Cadet

Harren&Partner
Hamburg
09.2018 - 02.2019
  • Inspected and maintained lifesaving and firefighting devices and reported defects.
  • Documented vessel's supplies and equipment inventory.
  • Monitored equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues and informed mechanics of repair needs.
  • Conducted periodic tests on navigational equipment like radar systems, GPS receivers, checking their performance against specified standards.
  • Followed orders issued by superiors accurately while keeping up with changing circumstances onboard ships due to weather conditions or other factors that could affect navigation routes or schedules.
  • Performed physical labor in support of berthing and unberthing operations.
  • Built deep understanding of ship navigation principles under supervision of professionals.

PR TEAM DIRECTOR

Oass Games
Istanbul, Turkey
01.2014 - 02.2016
  • PC Café & Reseller Support: Provided comprehensive support to PC cafés and online resellers, ensuring timely resolution of technical and operational issues.
  • Network Management: Oversaw the PC café network, using performance metrics and feedback to optimize operations and enhance partner satisfaction.
  • Reporting and Analysis: Compiled and presented weekly and monthly operational reports, leveraging data-driven insights to improve efficiency and profitability.
  • PR Team Leadership: Managed a cross-functional PR team, directing strategic communications, media relations, and social media campaigns to bolster brand visibility.
  • Event Coordination: Organized and executed high-impact offline events (e.g., tournaments, product launches), fostering brand engagement, and community growth.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

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