Vinay Singh
1 Maritime Way, Newnham,TAS
Summary
Experienced Master Mariner with over 17 years of expertise in cargo operations, vessel command, and regulatory compliance across Oil Tankers, Chemical Tankers, and Dual Fuel vessels. Proven ability to manage complex loading operations, ensure safety compliance, and coordinate with port operators, stevedores, and surveyors. Strong leadership skills and a flawless safety record in handling cargo, supervising teams, and optimizing loading processes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Ship Master
Northern Marine Management
04.2013 - 01.2024
- Expertise in handling petroleum products and chemicals, including stowage, cargo tank inspections, cargo calculations, draft surveys, and ensuring safe loading and unloading of cargoes.
- Expertise in handling high-spec chemical cargoes, ensuring strict compliance with industry safety and quality standards.
- Proficient in tank cleaning for wall wash standard inspections, consistently preparing tanks for high-purity cargoes within the allowed time frame, ensuring optimal operational efficiency.
- Collaborated closely with various stake holder such as port operators, loading master, surveyors and stevedores.
- Coordinated cargo transfers, ensuring efficient loading while maintaining compliance with international safety regulations
- Successfully completed third-party inspections, including SIRE and CDI audits, with minimal observations
- Delivered three newly built chemical tankers and oversaw dry docking and repair operations for multiple vessels.
Chief Officer
Northern Marine Management / V Ship Pvt LTd
01.2007 - 03.2013
- Assisted in cargo loading and discharge operations, ensuring compliance with international regulations and safety protocols
- Conducted draft surveys, prepared cargo tanks for loading, and oversaw safe cargo stowage on bulk carriers
- Led safety drills and training sessions, ensuring crew readiness for emergencies and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated with shore-based teams to ensure cargo operations aligned with company and charterer requirements
- Supervised loading teams, ensured proper stowage and cargo securing, and prepared tanks for high-spec cargoes.
Education
Certificate of Competency as Master (Unlimited) -
Government of India
01.2009
Bachelor of Nautical Science -
University of Mumbai
01.2009
Masters - Global Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Tasmania
Launceston, TAS12-2025
Skills
- Expertise in handing Oil / Chemical Cargoes
- Cargo Calculations & draft survey expertise
- Vessel's tank and cargo hold Inspection
- Tank cleaning expertise
- Leading teams, coordinating operations
- Maritime regulations, risk assessment
- Microsoft Office and Excel for calculations, reporting
- Liaison with stakeholders
- Adhering to international standards
- Team management, coordination
- Compliance with international standards
- Emergency planning, risk management
- Decision-making, quick resolutions
- Clear communication, client support
Certifications and qualifications
- Master Class 1 Certificate of Competency, Government of India
- AMSA COR
- MSIC Job Ready card
- Class C Driving Licence
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nautical Science, University of Mumbai
- Advanced Oil/Chemical Tanker Endorsements
- Advanced IGF (Dual Fuel Vessel) Certification
- ISM Auditor Certification, Bureau Veritas
References
Capt. Indika Aponhu | Marine Surveyor / Consultant at Monsoon Agency | 0437994619
Capt. Kodikara Arachchige Thejan Parera | Petroleum Field Surveyor with Amspec | 0433811475
Timeline
Ship Master
Northern Marine Management
04.2013 - 01.2024
Chief Officer
Northern Marine Management / V Ship Pvt LTd
01.2007 - 03.2013
Certificate of Competency as Master (Unlimited) -
Government of India
Bachelor of Nautical Science -
University of Mumbai
Masters - Global Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Tasmania
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