Ankit Lochav
Perth,WA
Summary
With over 15 years of experience in the maritime industry, I have consistently driven operational excellence across commercial shipping operations. My expertise spans contract negotiations, claims management, and a broad range of vessel types, including dry bulk, specialized chemicals, petroleum tankers, and container ships.
My career is built on a combination of hands-on experience at sea and strategic roles in commercial ship operations. This diverse background has shaped my commitment to sustainable maritime practices and an ongoing focus on innovation. I hold dual Master's degrees—Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the University of Sydney, and a Master of Business from Wentworth Institute—ensuring that I remain at the forefront of emerging trends in the maritime industry. My academic foundation supports my passion for research in cutting-edge areas such as Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MAAS) and alternative fuels, enabling me to apply both practical and theoretical knowledge to drive industry evolution.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Chartering Operations – Bulk Tankers
GrainCorp Commodity Management
Sydney, NSW
01.2024 - Current
- Designated as the primary liaison for specific customers and shipowners, streamlining communication, and ensuring top-tier service.
- Accountable for the business performance of my team and segment, focusing on accurate profit and loss tracking, and financial oversight to ensure healthy cash flow management.
- Leading initiatives in freight negotiation, and charter party rider terms formulation.
- Ensuring that vessels comply with a range of international and national regulations for transporting vegetable oils, including but not limited to FOSFA, Kosher, and Halal standards, while also verifying supplier adherence to both customer-specific and global requirements.
Import Ocean Freight Specialist - OOG / Break Bulk
DHL Global Forwarding
Sydney, NSW
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed designated shipments for Sydney including out of gauge, project cargoes, LCL and Break Bulk.
- Developed innovative strategies to meet customer requirements.
- Implemented carrier selection process using CII ratings to achieve sustainability goals.
- Facilitated partnerships with overseas stakeholders ensuring smooth end to end logistical operations.
Principle Auditor
Blue-water Marine Consultants Worldwide
Perth, WA
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Acted as key contact for stakeholders to guarantee vessel adherence to International and National laws.
- Implemented skill development initiatives for audit staff.
- Directed project initiatives to align with UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- Coordinated management of commercial operations involving multiple vessel types.
Ship Broking Operations Officer
Braemar ACM Shipbroking
Perth, WA
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Managed interactions between ship owners and primary charterers in the regions of Tasmania and Western Australia.
- Responsible for the day-to-day commercial operations of the vessel and liaising with the charterers, ship owners, and the operational and commercial aspects.
- Ensuring that the CP terms and conditions are adhered to during the voyages and resolving any conflicts with minimum costs / time to ensure smooth voyage operations.
- Collaborating closely with external stakeholders, such as vessel agents and port planners, to ensure the efficient and timely turnaround of vessels.
- Assisting the Charterers' Operations team with freight calculations, demurrage assessments, and various charter party (CP) claims.
Marine Surveyor - Part Time
Blue-water Marine Consultants Worldwide
Sydney, WA
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Executed lead internal audits for compliance with maritime standards.
- Executed comprehensive inspections to evaluate the conditions of the vessels.
- Oversaw thorough examinations of quality management systems in compliance with ISO 9001.
- Loadmaster, Port Captaincy, marine superintendent, and draft surveyor.
Energy Efficiency Consultant - Part Time
LED Saves
Sydney, NSW
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Responsible for organization’s compliance with NSW Energy Saving Scheme.
- Leading a team of sales representatives to educate consumers about various government initiatives aimed at reducing carbon footprints.
- Procurement of products from trusted and certified vendors in accordance with NSW ESS (Energy Saving Scheme) requirements.
- Sales allocations.
- e) Inventory management to avoid any stockouts and overfills.
Post Fixtures Claims Analyst
Scorpio Marine Management
Mumbai, Maharastra, India
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Analysis of charter party claims including but not limited to Demurrage claims, Speed up claims and Heating claims.
- Responsible for timely submission and settlement of CP claims.
- Co-ordination with in-house teams e.g. Legal, agency, and voyage operations for fact-checking of claims.
- Analysis of voyage performance against procurement, fuel optimization, customs and finances to strategize and secure further contracts.
Operations Manager, Marine Transport
Blue-water Marine Consultants Worldwide
New Delhi, Delhi, India
02.2015 - 09.2016
- Managing team of Operations Executives, Finance executives and Husbandry services (Port Agency Team).
- Ensuring safety of the procured vessels and their equipment.
- Ensuring Vessel planning at IOCL’s SBM basis weather monitoring and forecasting.
- Ensuring compliance of all international and local legislations by vessels calling IOCL terminal in Paradip.
- Arranging vetting and safety inspections of vessels under management.
- Assisting Terminal Planners and In-house teams for quick, safe and sustainable vessel turn arounds.
- Ensuring timely arrangement of critical spares / bunkers and husbandry services to vessel’s calling IOCL Terminals
Education
Master of Business - Business Studies
Wentworth Institute of Higher Education
Sydney, NSW05-2021
Master of Logistics And Supply Chain Management - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW12-2019
Bachelor of Science - Nautical Science
Indira Gandhi National Open University
New Delhi, India02-2013
Skills
- Strategic negotiation
- Project leadership
- Budget development and management
- Attention to detail
- Performance monitoring
- Workforce management
- Supply chain networking
- Stakeholder management
Affiliations
- Lego enthusiast.
- Passionate Flight Simulator player.
- All outdoor activities.
Certification
1. Six Sigma Green Belt.
2. PGDM Operations Management from IIMBx
3. Berkeley X’s Blockchain Professional.
4. GS1 Certificate in Procurement Strategy and Negotiation.
5. GS1 Certificate in Supply Chain Management and technologies.
6. Google Data Analytics Professional.
7. ISO 9001:2015 QMS Lead Auditor.
8. ISM/ISPS/MLC Internal Auditor.
9. AI for Everyone by IBM
Timeline
Assistant Chartering Operations – Bulk Tankers
GrainCorp Commodity Management
01.2024 - Current
Import Ocean Freight Specialist - OOG / Break Bulk
DHL Global Forwarding
06.2022 - 12.2023
Principle Auditor
Blue-water Marine Consultants Worldwide
11.2021 - 06.2022
Ship Broking Operations Officer
Braemar ACM Shipbroking
05.2021 - 11.2021
Marine Surveyor - Part Time
Blue-water Marine Consultants Worldwide
05.2018 - 05.2021
Energy Efficiency Consultant - Part Time
LED Saves
05.2018 - 05.2021
Post Fixtures Claims Analyst
Scorpio Marine Management
09.2016 - 03.2018
Operations Manager, Marine Transport
Blue-water Marine Consultants Worldwide
02.2015 - 09.2016
Master of Business - Business Studies
Wentworth Institute of Higher Education
Master of Logistics And Supply Chain Management - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Sydney
Bachelor of Science - Nautical Science
Indira Gandhi National Open University
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