Daniel Uzcategui
Hamburg,Hamburg
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Startup Founder
Sentinel Klippe Marine Consultancy Corp
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2023 - Current
- Participated in small business training and development to increase company development and exposure.
- Participated in networking events to build relationships with potential partners or customers.
- Delegated assignments and responsibilities to department heads and supervisors.
- Formulated objectives by aligning product and service plans with company vision.
- Created a website and social media presence to promote the startup.
- Organized events to engage prospective customers and build relationships within the community.
- Built a team of professionals with diverse skill sets.
- Examined and conducted market analysis to discover target market and demographic audience.
- Developed business plan to launch startup venture.
- Prepared reports on progress made towards achieving long-term objectives.
- Created accurate project specifications, documenting in technical manuals.
- Observed team member adherence to budgets, standards and regulations.
- Optimized project development and roll-out through in-depth technical research and analysis of risk-reward scenarios.
Chief Engineer
Super Yachts
At Sea
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Met project needs and maintained budgets by sourcing and purchasing best-fit equipment, materials and components.
- Supervised construction process to maintain compliance with contract specifications.
- Supervised a team of junior engineers in performing repairs and maintenance tasks aboard vessels.
- Utilized computer software and tools to analyze projects, predict machinery problems and design solutions.
- Conducted operational and performance tests on marine machinery to diagnose faulty apparatus and equipment.
- Executed safety processes and procedures and directed crew members to contingency plans in case of dangerous cargo spills.
- Conducted thorough inspections of all shipboard machinery prior to departure from port.
- Coordinated marine machinery and equipment repair designs for installation on vessels.
- Collaborated with other departments such as engineering and operations to develop solutions for complex issues affecting vessel performance.
- Repaired and overhauled major components such as pistons, cylinders, fuel pumps, valves, transmissions, shafts, and propellers.
- Completed necessary paperwork associated with engine repair jobs including work orders and invoices.
- Compiled daily reports on crews, issues, progress and milestones and disseminated to proper individuals.
- Ensured compliance with applicable safety regulations while working onboard ships or dockside.
- Analyzed operational data collected from vessel sensors to determine any needed adjustments or repairs.
- Responded promptly to emergency repair calls from ship captains during voyages at sea.
- Conducted preventive maintenance of air compressors and turbine generators.
- Provided guidance regarding best practices for safe operation of marine vessels at sea.
- Monitored engine performance data to detect potential malfunctions or anomalies that could lead to mechanical failure.
- Performed regular testing of main engine control systems using specialized diagnostic tools.
- Calibrated instruments used for monitoring fuel consumption rates on large vessels.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical problems on the vessel's propulsion system.
- Developed preventive maintenance plans to ensure optimal performance of all vessels.
- Installed new equipment such as generators, pumps, motors, compressors, steering systems.
- Worked closely with crewmembers to provide technical support for navigation and communication systems onboard ships.
Technical Office Engineer
Bernhard Schulte Cruise Services
Hamburg, Hamburg
02.2019 - 06.2023
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Oversaw ship's maintenance schedules on behalf of clients to maintain optimal efficiency and performance.
- Monitored progress and pace of work to keep projects on schedule.
- Maintained detailed logs of all work performed on each vessel's engines or other equipment.
- Inspected and maintained marine engines, propulsion systems, and related equipment.
- Provided information to government on status of engineering and technical issues and offers estimated repair dates.
- Maintained high satisfaction and loyalty by answering queries from clients, addressing concerns and maintaining open communication.
- Identified areas where energy efficiency could be improved through upgrades or modifications.
- Met customer needs by negotiating and agreeing on project budgets, timescales and specifications with clients.
Technical Office Engineer
Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement
Caracas, Miranda
03.2014 - 01.2019
- Met project needs and maintained budgets by sourcing and purchasing best-fit equipment, materials and components.
- Supervised construction process to maintain compliance with contract specifications.
- Supervised a team of junior engineers in performing repairs and maintenance tasks aboard vessels.
- Disclosed violations of applicable laws, regulations and company policies and took appropriate action steps.
- Conducted operational and performance tests on marine machinery to diagnose faulty apparatus and equipment.
- Conducted thorough inspections of all shipboard machinery prior to departure from port.
- Coordinated marine machinery and equipment repair designs for installation on vessels.
- Collaborated with other departments such as engineering and operations to develop solutions for complex issues affecting vessel performance.
- Presented projects to customers and at industry gatherings to promote key design strategies and results.
- Performed calculations to assess propulsion needed for power plant replacement.
Engineer Officer
Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement
At Sea, At Sea
08.2010 - 03.2014
- Supervised construction process to maintain compliance with contract specifications.
- Conducted operational and performance tests on marine machinery to diagnose faulty apparatus and equipment.
- Coordinated marine machinery and equipment repair designs for installation on vessels.
- Collaborated with other departments such as engineering and operations to develop solutions for complex issues affecting vessel performance.
- Repaired and overhauled major components such as pistons, cylinders, fuel pumps, valves, transmissions, shafts, and propellers.
- Compiled daily reports on crews, issues, progress and milestones and disseminated to proper individuals.
Education
Diploma in Ship-superintendency - Merchant Marine Science
Lloyd's Maritime Academy
UK05-2018
Bachelor of Engineering - Merchant Marine Science
Maritime University of The Caribbean
Catia La Mar11-2011
Skills
- Board Reporting
- Succession Planning
- Consulting
- Financial Management
- Staff Management
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Contract Management
- Organizational Structuring
- Contract Negotiation
- Policies and Procedures Development
- Project Management
- Performance Assessments
- Process Improvements
Languages
English
Full Professional
German
Elementary
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chief Engineer
Super Yachts
08.2023 - 12.2023
Startup Founder
Sentinel Klippe Marine Consultancy Corp
01.2023 - Current
Technical Office Engineer
Bernhard Schulte Cruise Services
02.2019 - 06.2023
Technical Office Engineer
Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement
03.2014 - 01.2019
Engineer Officer
Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement
08.2010 - 03.2014
Diploma in Ship-superintendency - Merchant Marine Science
Lloyd's Maritime Academy
Bachelor of Engineering - Merchant Marine Science
Maritime University of The Caribbean