Stavros Nikolaou

• Assisted in the recruitment process for new crew members, selecting highly skilled candidates who contributed positively to team dynamics on board vessels.
• Reviewed vessel documentation to ensure compliance with international regulations and industry standards.
• Optimized vessel schedules by analyzing route options and considering factors such as weather conditions, port availability, and cargo requirements.
• Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
• Conducted thorough investigations into marine incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
• Managed projects for dry-docking and repairs, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
• Established strong relationships with local authorities at various ports around the world, improving overall cooperation during port visits.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to develop contingency plans for emergency situations and potential hazards.
• Provided ongoing technical support to vessels at sea by troubleshooting any issues that arose during voyages.
• Developed comprehensive risk assessments for marine operations, reducing incidents and nearmisses.
• Enhanced vessel performance by implementing effective inspection and maintenance procedures.
• Contributed to a reduction in lost-time injuries through proactive safety awareness campaigns conducted both onshore and offshore.
• Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
• Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging crew members to identify areas for potential optimization and efficiency gains.
• Ensured safety compliance with thorough audits, equipment checks, and regular crew training.
• Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of maritime regulations, ensuring adherence to relevant laws and guidelines across all operations.
• Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
• Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
• Improved communication between shore-based management and onboard staff through regular reporting mechanisms.
• Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Monitoring day to day Marine, Cargo, Operations related matters for tanker vessels
• Carry out HSSEQ related task & Marine Assurance task for the tanker vessels,
• Arranging, Updating and closing out of SIRE Vetting Inspection for tanker vessels,
• Preparations and review of HSEQ procedures documents of company for TMSA audits,
• Carry out ISM, ISPS, MLC internal audits of vessels. On board training including incident investigation for tanker vessels

Streamlined operations to increase productivity and oversaw employees to maximize outcomes.
Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
Optimized routing plans based on real-time traffic data analysis which resulted in decreased travel time during peak hours.
Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
Reduced expenditures by overseeing equipment acquisition to attain best value and price negotiation.
Secured discounts from third-party logistics service providers to deliver substantial cost savings.
Decreased operational incidents through frequent meetings and high-standards of safety protocols.
Generated daily reports detailing suggested process improvement initiatives to inform management.
Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
Completed projects by effectively delegating tasks and overseeing employee performance.
Reduced repair costs through the establishment of strategic partnerships with reliable vendors and negotiating favorable contract terms.
Suggested actionable improvements to increase efficiency and reduce expenses.
Conducted root cause analysis for recurring issues in the fleet operations, developing effective solutions that minimized downtime and enhanced reliability.
Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
Proactively identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
Implemented green initiatives within the fleet operation, reducing carbon emissions without compromising service levels or profitability.
Introduced incentivization programs to increase employee performances.
Evaluated fleet performance metrics regularly to identify areas for improvement, leading to increased productivity and revenue growth.
Increased fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and scheduling regular vessels inspections.
Inspected vessels and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
Increased fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and scheduling regular vessel inspections.
Enhanced overall fleet safety through rigorous compliance with regulatory standards and implementation of best practices in risk management.
Managed fleet budget effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum returns on investment while minimizing expenses.
Supervised maintenance team and effectively delegated assignments to optimize processes.
Coordinated safety meetings to educate team members on best practices to mitigate hazard opportunities.
Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Monitoring day to day Marine, Cargo, Operations related matters for tanker vessels,
Carry out HSSEQ related task & Marine Assurance task for the tanker vessels,
Arranging, Updating and closing out of SIRE Vetting Inspection for tanker vessels,
Preparations and review of HSEQ procedures documents of company for TMSA audits,
Carry out ISM, ISPS, MLC internal audits of vessels. On board training including incident investigation for tanker vessels
Conduct with Class for class related items
Conduct with Flag for any dispensation or Flag item required

• Streamlined operations to increase productivity and oversaw employees to maximize outcomes.
• Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
• Optimized routing plans based on real-time traffic data analysis which resulted in decreased travel time during peak hours.
• Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
• Reduced expenditures by overseeing equipment acquisition to attain best value and price negotiation.
• Secured discounts from third-party logistics service providers to deliver substantial cost savings.
• Decreased operational incidents through frequent meetings and high-standards of safety protocols.
• Generated daily reports detailing suggested process improvement initiatives to inform management.
• Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
• Completed projects by effectively delegating tasks and overseeing employee performance.
• Reduced repair costs through the establishment of strategic partnerships with reliable vendors and negotiating favorable contract terms.
• Suggested actionable improvements to increase efficiency and reduce expenses.
• Conducted root cause analysis for recurring issues in the fleet operations, developing effective solutions that minimized downtime and enhanced reliability.
• Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
• Proactively identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
• Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
• Implemented green initiatives within the fleet operation, reducing carbon emissions without compromising service levels or profitability.
• Introduced incentivization programs to increase employee performances.
• Evaluated fleet performance metrics regularly to identify areas for improvement, leading to increased productivity and revenue growth.
• Increased fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and scheduling regular vessels inspections.
• Inspected vessels and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
• Increased fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and scheduling regular vessel inspections.
• Enhanced overall fleet safety through rigorous compliance with regulatory standards and implementation of best practices in risk management.
• Managed fleet budget effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum returns on investment while minimizing expenses.
• Supervised maintenance team and effectively delegated assignments to optimize processes.
• Coordinated safety meetings to educate team members on best practices to mitigate hazard opportunities.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Monitoring day to day Marine, Cargo, Operations related matters for tanker vessels,
• Carry out HSSEQ related task & Marine Assurance task for the tanker vessels,
• Arranging, Updating and closing out of SIRE Vetting Inspection for tanker vessels,
• Preparations and review of HSEQ procedures documents of company for TMSA audits,
• Carry out ISM, ISPS, MLC internal audits of vessels. On board training including incident investigation for tanker vessels
• Conduct with Class for class related items
• Conduct with Flag for any dispensation or Flag item required

Master Mariner on Aframax and Suezmax tankers.

Chief Officer on Suezmax and Aframax tankers.

2nd Officer on Suezmax and Aframax tankers.

Deck Cadet on Suezmax tankers and on Panamax Bulks.