Damaso Ortega
Gaffney,SC
Summary
Driven Chief Engineer offering 25 years of supervising and executing direct preventive and corrective maintenance. In-depth knowledge of general repairs and new system installations combined with business-oriented perspective. Familiar with all facets of design, construction and implementation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Engineer
Columbia Shipmanagement
08.2016 - 12.2021
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive preventive maintenance and timely repairs, ensuring smooth operations.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical expertise for professional growth.
- Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- Oversaw facility inspections to identify areas of concern or opportunities for improvement in infrastructure management.
- Attended weekly department head meetings to share information and voice concerns.
- Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
- Performed root cause analyses to diagnose system failures accurately while minimizing downtime during troubleshooting efforts.
- Used AMOS to prepare weekly reports regarding technical status of facilities.
- Worked closely with vendors and internal sourcing to establish relationships, fostering new opportunities, solutions and cost savings.
Marine Engineer
Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement
10.2012 - 10.2015
- Maintained a safe working environment for all personnel through strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures during daily operations of engineering equipment on board the vessel.
- Reduced operational costs through effective management of spare parts inventory on board the vessel.
- Optimized fuel consumption through regular monitoring and adjusting of propulsion systems and auxiliary equipment.
- Minimized downtime by swiftly troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing complex machinery issues onboard vessels.
- Utilized best practices and troubleshooting techniques to resolve machinery issues.
Marine Engineer
Atlas Marine
11.2009 - 03.2011
- Maintained a safe working environment for all personnel through strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures during daily operations of engineering equipment on board the vessel.
- Reduced operational costs through effective management of spare parts inventory on board the vessel.
Marine Engineer
Petroleos De Venezuela
11.2003 - 11.2009
- Maintained a safe working environment for all personnel through strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures during daily operations of engineering equipment on board the vessel.
- Reduced operational costs through effective management of spare parts inventory on board the vessel.
- Utilized best practices and troubleshooting techniques to resolve machinery issues.
Maintenance Manager
H.L. Boulton & CO S.A.C.A. CSX World Terminals
08.1996 - 08.2001
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
- Developed detailed maintenance budgets, effectively controlling expenses while ensuring optimal equipment performance.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Documented inventory of spare parts to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Created and submitted detailed reports to highlight maintenance activities and equipment performance.
Maintenance Planner
Lafarge Cement
03.1991 - 10.1994
- Reduced downtime for critical assets by developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance plans.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of spare parts, minimizing delays in repairs.
- Negotiated contracts with external service providers for specialized services when necessary, ensuring quality work at competitive rates.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards throughout all aspects of the maintenance planning process.
Education
Master - Marine Engineering
Caribbean Maritime University
Venezuela05.2015
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Project Management
- Team direction
- Operations Management
- Maintenance programs (AMOS SAP R3 PM/MM)
- Facility Management
- Budget Creation
- Infrastructure Management
- Maintenance Planning
- Problem Resolution
- Computer Skills
- Inspections
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Chief Engineer
Columbia Shipmanagement
08.2016 - 12.2021
Marine Engineer
Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement
10.2012 - 10.2015
Marine Engineer
Atlas Marine
11.2009 - 03.2011
Marine Engineer
Petroleos De Venezuela
11.2003 - 11.2009
Maintenance Manager
H.L. Boulton & CO S.A.C.A. CSX World Terminals
08.1996 - 08.2001
Maintenance Planner
Lafarge Cement
03.1991 - 10.1994
Master - Marine Engineering
Caribbean Maritime University
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