QUALITY AND SAFETY ASSURANCE SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT
Experienced professional in naval architecture, marine surveying, and engineering management with a distinguished background. Recognized for expertise in conducting ISM Code and Safety Management Systems audits, ensuring strict adherence to maritime regulations. Proven track record of successfully managing complex maritime projects, USCG and Alternate Compliance Program (ACP) inspections, ABS, DNV, LR, BV rules application, and comprehensive knowledge of international maritime codes like SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM, ISPS, and MLC.
Education:
ISTANBUL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY - ISTANBUL, TÜRKIYE
Naval Architect & Ocean Engineer
Career Details:
August 2023 - present
SHOW ME QUALITY CONSULTING LLC - QUALITY ENGINEER & SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYST
- Experienced professional specializing in ISM Code, regulatory compliance and Safety Management System improvements. Excels at establishing a strong foundation for safety initiatives, setting the stage for streamlined processes and compliance.
November 2021 - August 2023
ENGINEERING CONSULTANT, SAN DIEGO, CA - SELF EMPLOYED
- Conducted quality management system audits, identified improvement areas, and provided actionable recommendations to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Produced comprehensive technical reports and documentation.
- Conducted naval architecture assessments for ship design and documentation reviews.
- Provided technical support for successful vessel modifications, repairs, and newbuild projects, including thorough contract and design reviews.
- Ensured compliance with applicable regulations, including SOLAS, MARPOL, Load Lines, IMO and other international and local requirements by conducting compliance assessments.
- Offered expert guidance and technical support on vessel safety and environmental protection issues.
April 2019 - August 2021
AMERICAN BUREAU OF SHIPPING, SAN DIEGO, CA – ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL SURVEYOR
- Led and managed a team of subordinate surveyors, guiding their performance and development to ensure the timely and accurate completion of complex new construction projects totaling $500M in asset value.
- Established and implemented a mechanism to document ongoing project progress, enhancing project transparency for stakeholders.
- Collaborated with shipowners, shipyard, and USCG to coordinate meeting attendance and maintain open lines of communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Made recommendations for short- and long-term manpower needs based on the projected business climate to ensure that qualified, trained survey staff were available as needs arose.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to oversee complex and high-value projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and adherence to project timelines and budgets.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with clients, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders.
- Expertise in inspection and compliance review of commercial and government vessels, ensuring the quality, content, consistency, and continuity of project reports.
June 2018 - April 2019
AMERICAN BUREAU OF SHIPPING, LONG BEACH, CA – ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL SURVEYOR
- Managed and supervised a team of marine surveyors responsible for inspecting vessels in service, organizing incoming survey requests, scheduling attendances, and assigning surveyors based on skills and strengths.
- Reviewed and processed survey reports, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement.
- Promoted participation, teamwork, and individual leadership among staff towards the continuous improvement of quality in all aspects of the ABS organization.
June 2016 - June 2018
AMERICAN BUREAU OF SHIPPING, LONG BEACH, CA – SENIOR SURVEYOR
- Coordinated and planned surveying activities, monitored the quality of work performed by direct subordinates, and provided guidance and training to lower-level surveyors with exceptional soft skills, including leadership, communication, and problem-solving.
- Developed an application providing offline and online access to company database and ABS Rules and Guides, improving efficiency, and enabling fellow surveyors to offer clients solutions and identify compliance opportunities in remote areas. Recognized by CEO in monthly message as a solution-focused initiative.
- Acquired and maintained expertise in marine auditing for the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, and Maritime Labour Convention (MLC).
June 2014 - June 2016
AMERICAN BUREAU OF SHIPPING, LONG BEACH, CA – MARINE SURVEYOR
- Performed thorough inspections of vessels and marine structures to verify adherence to ABS Rules and Flag Administration Regulations.
- Communicated findings and recommendations to vessel owners, operators, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance and safety.
November 2011 - June 2014
STM AS, TURKEY & GERMANY - ENGINEERING TEAM LEAD
- Provided comprehensive naval architecture, hull outfitting, and structural engineering expertise as a subject matter expert (SME).
- Managed subcontractors and ensured compliance with project requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional departments including Design, Integration, and Procurement to streamline project processes and ensure efficient project delivery.
- Ensured that materials and services procured under the project were delivered on time, within budget, and met the required quality standards.
- Supervised a team of senior engineers in executing multiple projects, including:
- New construction of a 16000 DWT Navy Fleet Replenishment Tanker
- Outfitting and system modernization of Type 209 Class Submarine.
- Initial design of Type 214 Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) Submarine.
March 2010 - September 2011
PROTEKSAN TURQUOISE YACHTS, TURKEY - SENIOR HULL AND OUTFITTING ENGINEER
- Expert in the construction of luxury mega yachts ranging from 40 to 70 meters in length, with a focus on steel and aluminum hulls. Responsible for calculating hydrostatics, weight, and longitudinal stresses of the hull structure, as well as creating 3D models and Bills of Materials.
- Notable Project: M/Y VICKY, a 72.6-meter steel and aluminum super yacht.
Sept 2006 - March 2010
TG Engineering, Turkey - Engineering Manager
- Engineering Manager at TG overseeing team of 18 naval architects and marine engineers.
- Exceptional engineering management skills including delegation, mentorship, and motivation of teams to achieve project goals.
- Established cooperation agreement between Skipskonsulent AS of Norway and TG Engineering for joint business opportunities in international maritime market.
- Responsibilities included providing design management, project management, and overseeing budgeting costs and contract negotiations.
- Successfully executed ship design projects of various type of vessels including Chemical/Oil Tankers, General Cargo, Container Carriers, R&D Fuel Cell River Shuttle, Offshore Support Vessels in accordance with Class Societies including DNV, BV, GL, RINA and ABS.
October 2004 - September 2006
YARDIMCI SHIPBUILDING IND., TURKEY - ENGINEERING PROJECT LEAD
- As Project Lead Engineer at Yardimci Shipbuilding Ind. in Istanbul, I managed a team of naval architects and engineering staff, producing design documents, NC-Codes, and workshop specifications for commercial vessels. I oversaw successful project execution, including managing the 10,000 and 17,000 DWT Chemical/Oil Tankers as Project Manager and leading the 1,000 TEU Container Vessel project.
March 2002 - October 2004
ADMARIN DCC, TURKEY - HULL STRUCTURE AND OUTFITTING ENGINEER
- Conducted engineering analysis and design calculations for hull structure and outfitting.
- Projects:
- Design Manager Assistant for 4300 DWT Chemical/Oil Tanker-IMO II.
- Design Engineer for 1650 and 1800 DWT Chemical/Oil Tankers-IMO II.
Skills & Abilities
- Marine engineering and design software: AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, AutoSHIP, Adobe Photoshop
- Naval architecture principles and calculations: stability analysis, hydrostatics, hull form optimization
- Classification society rules and regulations: ABS, DNV, LR, BV, RINA, IACS
- International maritime regulations: SOLAS, MARPOL, Load Lines, LSA, FSS, FTP, IBC, IMDG, COLREG, ISM, ISPS, MLC, USCG CFRs
- Microsoft Office, PowerBI, Microsoft Project
- Project management methodologies: Lean Six Sigma
Honors, Awards, and Certifications
- ISM Code Auditor Certification – ABS 2017
- ISPS Code Auditor Certification – ABS 2017
- ILO MLC Inspector Certification – ABS 2017
- ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification – Exempler Global 2017
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, University of California, Irvine, CA, 2018
- ANSYS Workbench and ANSYS Classic, Howaldtswerke-Deutsche Werft GmbH (HDW), Germany, 2012
- NUPAS (3D Hull Structure modelling) Training, Turkey, 2005
- Crucial Accountability - Vital Smarts, 2021 Crucial Conversations -Vital Smarts, 2020
