Steve is passionate about achieving results and making a difference within any company his work for. He is naturally enthusiastic by nature and has a keen desire to succeed in shipping field. He is more than able to focus and professionalize the shipping operation processes across all areas in terminals. As a container shipping operation professional, He comes to you with a strong background in being able to identify quality and deliver improvements to principles initiatives. Possesses a variety of competencies that set his apart from other candidates, chief amongst these is his ability and desire to think and act as a challenger brand with the ambition to make a real mark on the container shipping operation.
Co-ordinating with all Principals, lines, agents, VO, SO & terminals.
Co-ordinating / Getting pre-alerts, TDR’s & B/L’s from respective last ports/agents.
Co-ordinating / Getting SOC arrival massages from VO/SO.
Requesting / Getting loading space from 2nd leg VO/SO in order to declare the same.
Co-ordinating / Getting DG approvals for 2nd leg vessels.
Updating same manually into the online sheet.
Co-ordinating / Declaring T/S DIS/LOAD to respective SO/Terminals within the given deadline.
Following tight connections in 3 terminals in order to have smooth operation.
Once unit loaded getting confirmations from VO/SO.
Sending TDR’s/confirmations to next port.
Updating movements in 3 online systems. (Gensoft, EBMS, & KCA)
Replying on time for connection inquires / issues.
Present voyage performances in monthly meeting.
Assistant Manager Planning & Operation
RSL CONTAINER LINES (PVT)LTD.
Colombo
05.2019 - 06.2021
In-charge for all planning & issues.
Giving space allocation for respect ports / agents.
Handling all operation related inquiries.
Assisted with internal financial planning, analysis and budgeting.
Present voyage performances in monthly meeting.
Executive - Vessel Operations
Mediterranean Shipping Co
Colombo
11.2008 - 05.2019
Once VSL sailed from last port, have to register the same in ASYCUDA.
Cross checking with ACC DEP for advance payments & custom OT.
Obtaining VSL REF from respective terminals.
Requesting FCL opening from respective terminals & informing to MKT DEP & to partners if any.
Sending 72hrs notice to respective terminals.
Getting last port final ARR EDI file & sending BAPLIE file to respective terminals.
Sending ISPS & DG details before 48hrs vessel arriving to SLPA. (ISPS OFFICE & SAFETY OFFICE)
Preparing the loading plan OBLX files & CBF file in order to plan the container to central planners in CASP planning system.
Sending MOVIN file (loading instruction) to respective terminals for planning purpose.
Getting pre-plan from respective terminals & cross check with the central planner for adjustments if any.
Sending pre-plan to the vessel officials for checking the loading plan to get the planning confirmation prior vessel arriving to CMB.
Informing the planning confirmation to central planer & to respective terminals after receiving the confirmation from vessel officials in order to start loading.
Preparing all onboard authority documents, (customs / quarantine / ISPS / immigration / port police)
Closely liaise with vessel operating slot operators and monitor, Loading and discharging cargo movements of vessels.
Need to work closely with the terminals, and colleagues within our organization, on strategies and policies to increase productivity and reduce the port stay times.
Getting the vessel clearance thru ASYCUDA & same handing over to vessel officials before vessel sailing.
Updating to the Principals, Respective terminals and Ports with sailing confirmation, Loading lists and Arrival / Departure ASC files and other reports.
Preparation of DEP Reports… ➢ Vessel Arrival, Departure report. (ASC /EDIFILES). ➢ Vessel sailing reports ➢ Voyage estimates ➢ Final throughput to SLPA.
I have handled below main/feeder services in Sri Lanka… ➢ HIMALAYA /EMPIRE ORIENT /FALCON /SAPG/NWC/ IMED/ SOUTH INDIAN FEEDER – CHENNAI/KOLKATA/ 2M SHOGUN WEST/EAST.
Junior Executive - Operations
Ceyline agencies (PVT) ltd.
Colombo
03.2006 - 10.2008
Increased company profits through performance optimization strategies and efficiency improvements.
Built and strengthened relationships across functional leadership areas to keep revenue development and operational plans interconnected and effective.
Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
Strategically coordinated operations according to objectives and capabilities, effectively allocating resources to meet demands
Education
St' Sebastian Collage
Colombo
04.2001 -
Skills
Operations leadership
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Additional Information
Ability to manage complex and multiple tasks with good prioritization skills.
Customer Service.
Flexibility.
Executive / Manager Relationships.
Excellent communication.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
A quick learner.
Ability to work under pressure.
Team work and leadership skills.
Sound knowledge in MS office package / Excel / Word etc.