Fahd Saddiq
Master Mariner
London
Summary
Experienced maritime professional with over 15 years of experience in the shipping and marine industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Enthusiastic person eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the marine & energy industries.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Fleet Superintendent / Terminal Assurance Advisor
NLNG
London
08.2019 - Current
- Drove and implemented strategies to ensure that all marine terminals used by NLNG vessels are vetted to ensure safe and reliable cargo delivery.
- Conducting Due Diligence Review (DDR) for newly nominated discharge terminals in Africa, North America, Middle East and Asia.
- Liaising with port/harbor authorities and berth operators to ensure that the safety and security of berths meet international standards for operations of NLNG marine assets. At the same time, ensuring all shipping and terminal compliance issues are addressed.
- Maintained annual schedule of inspection and/or audits covering all the terminals used by the NLNG chartered vessels, ensuring that all terminals are in suitable conditions.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
Charter Administrator
NLNG
Port Harcourt
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Responsible to the vessel owner for the administration of Time Charter Party Agreements (TCPA) and Vessel Management Agreements (VMA). Working in liaison with respective Fleet Managers for the daily operations and management. In all, managed a fleet of 13 LNG Carriers.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings with Vessel Charterers and Fleet managers.
- Actively listened to vessel charterers requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Drove operational improvements in vessel management which resulted in savings and improved profit margins for the ship owner.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Ship Quality Assessor
NLNG
Bonny
02.2015 - 08.2017
- Inspected tankers, barges and other marine crafts engaged in NLNG business.
- Evaluated the compatibility & suitability of all vessels calling at NLNG Bonny Terminal.
- Provided vetting/shipping assurance advise to other parts of NLNG business.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
Deck Officer
NYK LNG Line
Sea
09.2006 - 01.2015
- Sailed onboard LNG Carriers as a deck officer.
- Mainly responsible with the appraisal, planning, execution and monitoring of passage plan.
- Maintained safe navigational watches at sea (0000-0400), (1200-1600) & (1600-2000).
- In charge with nautical publications and chart folio, responsible officer at the manifold, crew safety awareness.
- Emergency communication officer (GMDSS operator).
- Responsible for maintenance of on board lifesaving appliances (LSA) and firefighting appliances (FFA), In charge with oil spill response equipment, various shipboard operations as may be assigned by the Master.
- Kept vessel operations in compliance with applicable local, state and federal safety and environmental regulations.
- Operated vessel at economic engine speeds per established policies.
- Maintained and enhanced benchmark status with inspecting agencies.
- Documented and reported safety-related concerns or incidents.
- Conducted mooring operations, cargo/ballast/deck operations, responsible officer at the manifold, cargo operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Studies
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth, UK 01.2019 - 06.2021
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Nautical Science
Southampton Solent University
Southampton, UK 09.2006 - 06.2009
National Diploma - Nautical Science
Maritime Academy of Nigeria
Oron, Nigeria 09.2004 - 06.2006
No Degree - PassedSQA HND Units in Navigation & Ship Stability
South Tyneside College
South Shields, UK 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Federal Science & Technical College
Abuja, Nigeria 09.2000 - 06.2003
No Degree - Commercial Shipping
Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers
London, UK 04.2001 -
No Degree - Master Mariner
Glasgow Maritime Academy
Glasgow, UK 04.2001 -
Skills
Ship quality assurance procedures
undefinedTimeline
Fleet Superintendent / Terminal Assurance Advisor
NLNG
08.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Studies
University of Portsmouth
01.2019 - 06.2021
Charter Administrator
NLNG
08.2017 - 08.2019
Ship Quality Assessor
NLNG
02.2015 - 08.2017
Deck Officer
NYK LNG Line
09.2006 - 01.2015
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Nautical Science
Southampton Solent University
09.2006 - 06.2009
National Diploma - Nautical Science
Maritime Academy of Nigeria
09.2004 - 06.2006
No Degree - PassedSQA HND Units in Navigation & Ship Stability
South Tyneside College
04.2001 -
No Degree - Commercial Shipping
Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers
04.2001 -
No Degree - Master Mariner
Glasgow Maritime Academy
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Federal Science & Technical College
09.2000 - 06.2003
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