Michelle Manalo

Produce as-built ship plans for marine clients.

Led vessel dry-docking end to end, from job specification and spares planning through to sea trial. Drove close-out of audit findings and rolled out preventive maintenance system fleet-wide.

Led development and implementation of shipyard standard operating procedures and directed new building projects from design through construction. Oversaw field operations, negotiated sub-contractor pricing, and served as signatory for shipyard documents.

Helped organize and set up a newly established shipyard, including workflow and personnel roles. Wrote procedures manual for ISO compliance and tracked project costs versus revenue to protect margins.

Prepared quotations based on onboard inspections and coordinated purchasing, third-party contractors, and vessel crews. Updated billing, issued invoices, and negotiated prices with vessel representatives.

Coordinated with agents and masters to monitor rock cargo loading and discharging at UAE ports. Arranged inspections and surveys, reviewed marine certificates, and handled marine matters including crew changes and spare procurement.

Acted as owner's representative during vessel dry-docking and prepared dry-dock job specifications. Monitored repair works daily, verified quotations and billings, and scheduled inspections with technicians and surveyors.

Produced, sold, and distributed pickled chili and clams of various types and sizes.

Acted as owner's representative during vessel dry-docking, preparing work specifications and reviewing quotations. Conducted internal audits, prepared technical requirements for MARINA and Class certificates, and monitored fleet condition.

Served as engineer in charge of structural and hull fabrication for new building projects, and as commercial officer preparing cost estimates and progress billing. Led toolbox meetings, briefed workers, and ensured quality compliance.

Prepared as-built ship plans for various marine companies.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from 2007 to 2011.

Completed secondary education from 2002 to 2006.

Completed primary education from 1997 to 2001.