Oleksandr Bogdanov
Halifax,NS
Summary
Chief engineer with 13 years of experience (28 years of experience in the engine room) on ships with a power of over 11,000 kW. Areas of specialization include the operation of various types and models of engines, as well as engine overhaul; control of multi-generator switchboards and various types of ship automation, including Kongsberg, ABB; deck winches, cargo cranes, fresh water generators, AC Chillers and hydraulic systems. Worked with various propulsion systems, as well as steam turbines and diesel-electric propulsion. Driven Chief Engineer offering 13 years of supervising and executing direct preventive and corrective maintenance. In-depth knowledge of general repairs and new system installations combined with business-oriented perspective. Familiar with all facets of design, construction and implementation. Talented Chief Engineer with superior planning, team management and problem-solving strengths. Hardworking and multi-talented leader and decision-maker. Offering 28 years of progressive experience in marine engineering. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Chief Engineer
Silversea Cruises
01.2011 - Current
- Managed all ship equipment, ship technical budget, mechanical repairs and inventory control
- Worked with Wärtsilä 32 and Wärtsilä 46, as well as Yanmar engines
- Worked in various shipyards as part of a ship's crew.
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive preventive maintenance and timely repairs, ensuring smooth operations.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical expertise for professional growth.
- Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- Attended daily department head meetings to share information and voice concerns.
- Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
- Performed root cause analyses to diagnose system failures accurately while minimizing downtime during troubleshooting efforts.
- Used Amos program to prepare equipment condition reports.
- Worked closely with vendors and internal sourcing to establish relationships, fostering new opportunities, solutions and cost savings.
- Conducted routine and ongoing assessments of system operations by performing tests, rounds and analyzing data.
- Optimized system performance by implementing innovative engineering solutions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Improved safety standards by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing necessary mitigation measures.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies and processes into existing systems.
Staff Chief Engineer
V.Ships
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Managed ship equipment, ship technical budget, mechanical repairs and inventory control
- Worked with Wärtsilä 32 and Wärtsilä 46, as well as Yanmar engines.
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive preventive maintenance and timely repairs, ensuring smooth operations.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical expertise for professional growth.
- Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
Chief Engineer
Caribbean Carrier Holding (Panama) Ltd
01.2008 - 04.2008
- Managed ship equipment, ship technical budget, mechanical repairs and inventory control
- Worked with SKL engines.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical expertise for professional growth.
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive preventive maintenance and timely repairs, ensuring smooth operations.
- Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
Education
Master's degree - Ship Power Plants Operation Engineering
Odesa State Maritime Academy
8, Didrikhson Str., Odessa, 65052, Ukraine07.1996
Skills
- Budget planning and inventory control
- Ability to work independently
- Troubleshooting
- Project Management
- Safety Management
- HVAC
- Equipment monitoring
- Workflow Planning
- Codes Compliance
- Computer Skills
- Mechanical engineering knowledge
- Schematic reading
- Technical Drawings
Certification
- First class Engineer STCW III/2, 2024-01-01, Unlimited
- Endorsement STCW III/2, 2024-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Maintenance of Electric and Electronic Engineering A-III/2 STCW78/95, 2008-01-01, Unlimited
- Engine Room Resource management (management level) STCW III/2,VIII/2,A-III/1,A-III/2,A-VIII/2,B-VIII/2, 2024-2029
- High Voltage Electrical Equipment STCW A-III/1,A-III/2,A-III/3,A-III/6,B-III/2, OSHA 29 CFR 1910269 331-335(USA), Electricity at work regulation 1989(UK), 2022-01-01, 2027-01-01
- Advanced Fire Fighting STCW VI/3, A-VI/3, 2024-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boat other than Fast Rescue Boats STCW VI/2, A-VI/2, 2024-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Safety Familiarization, Basic Training and Instruction for All Seafarers STCW VI/1 A-VI/1, 2024-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Ship Security Officer STCW VI/5,A-VI/5, B-VI/5, 2024-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Medical First Aid on Board Ship STCW VI/4, A-VI/4, 2024-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Training of Passenger Ships Personnel STCW V/2, A-V/2, B-V/2, 2024 - 2029
- Crew Resource Management STCW B-VIII/2, OCIMF VIQ3.5, TMSA 3b, 2012-01-01, Unlimited
- Whmis, 2024-01-01, Unlimited
- Provisional Marine Medical certificate, 2024-06-01, 2024-12-31
Dissertation
Odessa State Maritime Academy, OD, UA, Associate Professor Rudenko Vadim, Project of a Power Plant for Bulk Carrier
Languages
English
Full Professional
Ukrainian
Elementary
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Staff Chief Engineer
Silversea Cruises
01.2011 - Current
Staff Chief Engineer
V.Ships
01.2008 - 01.2011
Chief Engineer
Caribbean Carrier Holding (Panama) Ltd
01.2008 - 04.2008
Master's degree - Ship Power Plants Operation Engineering
Odesa State Maritime Academy
- First class Engineer STCW III/2, 2024-01-01, Unlimited
- Endorsement STCW III/2, 2024-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Maintenance of Electric and Electronic Engineering A-III/2 STCW78/95, 2008-01-01, Unlimited
- Engine Room Resource management (management level) STCW III/2,VIII/2,A-III/1,A-III/2,A-VIII/2,B-VIII/2, 2022-01-01, 2027-01-01
- High Voltage Electrical Equipment STCW A-III/1,A-III/2,A-III/3,A-III/6,B-III/2, OSHA 29 CFR 1910269 331-335(USA), Electricity at work regulation 1989(UK), 2022-01-01, 2027-01-01
- Advanced Fire Fighting STCW VI/3, A-VI/3, 2024-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boat other than Fast Rescue Boats STCW VI/2, A-VI/2, 2024-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Safety Familiarization, Basic Training and Instruction for All Seafarers STCW VI/1 A-VI/1, 2024-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Ship Security Officer STCW VI/5,A-VI/5, B-VI/5, 2024-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Medical First Aid on Board Ship STCW VI/4, A-VI/4, 2024-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Training of Passenger Ships Personnel STCW V/2, A-V/2, B-V/2, 2022-01-01, 2027-01-01
- Crew Resource Management STCW B-VIII/2, OCIMF VIQ3.5, TMSA 3b, 2012-01-01, Unlimited
- Whmis, 2024-01-01, Unlimited
- Provisional Marine Medical certificate, 2024-06-01, 2024-12-31
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