Ravindra Gawas
@ravindragawas
Drydocking Superintendent and ship repair project manager with 22+ years' maritime experience.
United Arab EmiratesWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced Dry-docking Superintendent and ship repair/project manager with over 22 years in ship design, new-builds, repairs, conversions and demolition across India, UAE and Oman. I manage dry-docking and afloat repairs, develop maintenance plans and budgets, coordinate with yards, subcontractors, class and flag authorities, and drive on-site project execution to deliver timely, cost-controlled results.
My background includes hands-on shipbuilding and 3D modelling experience, leadership roles in major shipyards and ship management, and successful delivery of large-scale, time-sensitive projects such as port site management, major debris removal and complex conversions. I hold formal training in shipbuilding engineering, project management tools and ISO auditing, and I bring a practical, team-focused approach to technical supervision and operational improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Drydocking Superintendent
Undine Ship Management LLC
Jun 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)
Manage dry-docking and afloat repairs for assigned vessels, developing maintenance plans and repair budgets while coordinating yards, subcontractors, and class to deliver timely, cost-controlled repairs.
Project Manager - Ship Repairs
Albwardy Damen Shipyards Sharjah
Feb 2008 - May 2023 (15 years 3 months)
Led dry-docking, afloat repairs, conversions and demolitions across offshore, cargo, tanker and special vessels, managing projects end-to-end to meet schedule, quality and budget targets over a 9-year period.
Naval Architect / Ship Design Engineer
Seatech Solutions International
Jun 2005 - Jan 2008 (2 years 7 months)
Prepared basic and structural designs, outfit and machinery/piping drawings for offshore and anchor-handling vessels, conducting site surveys and coordinating with yards and class to resolve design issues.
Lead Engineer - 3D Modelling
JSM Technologies
Dec 2003 - Jun 2005 (1 year 6 months)
Produced 3D models and 2D production drawings using TRIBON M2 for hull, piping, electrical and HVAC systems and prepared BOMs to support detailed vessel production.
Junior Engineer - Hull & QC
ABG Shipyard Ltd
Jul 2002 - Dec 2003 (1 year 5 months)
Supervised prefabrication and erection of hull blocks and pipelines, conducted inspections and dry surveys, and estimated material and man-hours to support planning and quality control.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Institute of Ship Building Technology, Goa
Diploma, Ship Building Engineering
Completed a 4-year Diploma in Ship Building Engineering covering naval architecture, marine engineering, and shipbuilding.
Availability
Location
United Arab EmiratesAuthorized to work in
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