Christopher Hensell
Joppa,MD
Summary
30 plus years of Operations and Maintenance Management of Equipment, Systems and Personnel. Professional and Passionate about improving upon all aspects of an operation and of maintenance programs to improve upon Safety, Reliability and Efficiency of a Company and its Team. Reliability centered maintenance and a proactive and effective predictive/preventative maintenance program are key to keeping equipment in top condition and prevent equipment downtime. Effective and Clear Communications is the key to keeping a Team and an Operation in top shape with Elite levels in Safe Operations and Maintenance and Peak Performance and Efficiency across the board.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine Equipment, Maintenance and Operations Mgr
Kokosing Industrial
08.2020 - 02.2023
- Worked closely with Area Manager, Vice President and President for planning, management and allocation of equipment to large projects as well as Capital Expenditures for new equipment, upgrades, government inspection compliance and maintenance programs for well over $40 million of equipment assets.
- Oversaw all Preventative and Corrective Maintenance programs, major overhauls, drydockings and crewing and dispatch of Maintenance personnel on break down calls 24 hours a day.
- Managed $6 million annual budget maintaining the crewing, operations, upkeep and Capital Upgrades for Yard and Maintenance Facilities in Baltimore, MD and Tidewater, VA supporting all equipment, operations and jobsites in Mid Atlantic Region 365 days a year.
Director or Engineering and Equipment Services
Ports America Chesapeake LLC
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Planned and Managed budgets for Port Engineering Dept, tailoring financial limitations to business goals and optimizing return on investment (ROI) for completed deliverables.
- Oversaw and Guided day to day of all Engineering and Equipment Operations and Maintenance Shops and Divisions (Cranes, Heavy Equipment, Trucks, Support Equipment), for management of maintenance and services, inspections, safety and allocation. This ensured maximum reliability, availability and minimum downtime and breakdowns for the most efficient and safe Port Operations.
- Managed Initial Design Specifications, contract review and negotiation and follow-up Systems Design review at Overseas Vendor Factories for an over $100 Million Major Port Equipment upgrades to include (40) Tier 4 Terminal Tractors, (20) Tier 4 Container Handlers, (15) Hybrid Electric Gantry Cranes, and (4) Neo-Panamax sized All Electric Pier Container Cranes. This significantly lowered the Ports Carbon Footprint by reducing harmful exhaust emissions, Increased Efficiency, and Significantly boosted the container throughput capacity, increasing revenue and growing additional jobs.
- Built strong teams through selective recruitment and post-hire mentorship of Maintenance, Equipment and Engineering Personnel at 5 Port of Baltimore Sites.
Chief Engineer
Great Lakes Dredge And Dock Company
07.2011 - 07.2017
- Directed, managed, and oversaw 12 Engineering department and 30 other crew members for the operation, maintenance, and repair of all mechanical, electrical, auxiliary, and miscellaneous plant equipment.
- Procured and allocated resources in order to Initiate corrective and preventive actions to ensure Plant goals are met. Reviewed employee performance and conducted personnel training ensuring company and regulatory compliance.
- Managed long range and short-term preventative and corrective maintenance programs using CMMS/Crewing and Procurement Software. Evaluated, Trained and assigned maintenance personnel ensuring maximum utilization of time and talent and minimal rework, Optimizing performance, efficiency and reliability of Plant Equipment.
- Assessed and initiated necessary upgrades and capital expenditures to improve plant systems and maintain regulatory compliance.
- Completed annual capital budgeting, financial reporting, invoice review/approval, and work, safety, compliance and training schedules.
Senior Enlisted Leader
United States Navy, USN
11.1990 - 09.2011
- Led, Mentored, Managed service members and Upheld Unit and Service code of conduct throughout self, subordinates and peers alike maintaining poise and professionalism in stressful situations.
- Coordinated with other unit leadership and direct superiors for unit tasking and managed subordinates to execute duties and responsibilities with outstanding results and Esprit de Corps.
- Expertly trained and proficient in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Leader in Engineering and Maintenance Field with a strong awareness of subordinates' personal and professional backgrounds, career performance and growth as well as areas of improvement and growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BEng Marine And Mechanical Engineering
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA12.2002
Skills
- Budgeting and Capital Expenditures
- Financial Reports
- Maintenance and Repair Management
- Corrective Maintenance
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Proactive Maintenance
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Goal Management
- Deadline Management
- Continuous Improvements
- Project Bids
- Resource Allocation
- Staff Management
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Third-Party Logistics
- Daily Facility Operations
- Safety Monitoring
- Heavy Industrial Equipment
Additional Information
Holds various and numerous Training, Certifications, Awards and Commendations from over 20 years of Faithful and Decorated Military Service and follow on positions in the Engineering Field.
Timeline
Marine Equipment, Maintenance and Operations Mgr
Kokosing Industrial
08.2020 - 02.2023
Director or Engineering and Equipment Services
Ports America Chesapeake LLC
10.2017 - 08.2020
Chief Engineer
Great Lakes Dredge And Dock Company
07.2011 - 07.2017
Senior Enlisted Leader
United States Navy, USN
11.1990 - 09.2011
Bachelor of Science - BEng Marine And Mechanical Engineering
Old Dominion University
Similar Profiles
Keaton LoveKeaton Love
Field Engineer at Kokosing IndustrialField Engineer at Kokosing Industrial
Sean PerkinsSean Perkins
LEAD PROJECT SCHEDULER at Kokosing Construction Company (KAT)LEAD PROJECT SCHEDULER at Kokosing Construction Company (KAT)
Ross Petitto, IIIRoss Petitto, III
Front End Loader Operator at Kokosing Materials Inc.Front End Loader Operator at Kokosing Materials Inc.
Michael LauerMichael Lauer
Director of Distribution Sales at Guilford Hall BrewingDirector of Distribution Sales at Guilford Hall Brewing
Arianna DixonArianna Dixon
Registered Nurse - Emergency Room at University of Maryland Upper ChesapeakeRegistered Nurse - Emergency Room at University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake