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KONSTANTINS PONOMARENKO

KONSTANTINS PONOMARENKO

Liepaja,Latvia

Summary

Experienced Chief Engineer and Project Supervisor with extensive expertise in the maintenance and operation of engines from renowned manufacturers such as Wärtsilä, MAN, MAK, Hyundai, MTU, CAT, Cummins and many more. Adept at optimizing engine performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and implementing maintenance strategies to enhance operational efficiency.

Proficient in managing ballast water treatment systems, fresh water generation plants, and power management & automation control systems, including Lingso Marine, Praxis, and K-Chief.

Skilled in using computerized PMS systems such as AMOS for Windows, STAR, SERTICA, and TMM.

Strong background in maintaining heavy-duty hydraulic mechanisms, HVAC systems, and air handling units, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.

Notable achievements include supervising the installation of the world's largest monopiles (MP) with transition pieces (TP), including bolting and grouting, using foldable heavy-duty hydraulic equipment (PGF) for the Deutsche Bucht project in Germany with VanOord, covering 32 MP & TP installations.

Project Chief Engineer/Supervisor for OWF foundation, overseeing the world's largest and only existing PGF, including MP (monopile) upending and lifting equipment, which is highly specialized and unique. Yunlin project, Taiwan 2020-2021, Sapuraenergy.

Pipe-lay project with 16”⌀ pipe at ~100 meter depth, shifting by anchor winches. Pontoon type, 4 section stinger ballast operation. On same vessel further activities with commissioning new Jackets and Topsides/Top modules with weight varying from roughly ~500 to 1050 ton on it. In 2023 project scope was in laying the pipes of 16”⌀ and buildup 5 new Gas platforms, consisted of Jacket foundation and Topsides. Further then in 2023-2024 project scope was on removal 25 old platforms with foundation and top modules.

ABS class, OVID, Petronas, Exxon, NSE, all inspections were successful. Main crane capacity 2000T ZPMC. Thailand 2023-2024, Sapuraenergy.

Throughout years of sea service, I have gained extensive technical skills and experience. Therefore, in early April 2025 I have had considered and accepted transition to a shore-based role related to vessel and equipment management, on-site technical services, and overall maritime operations.

Career goal: to leverage extensive technical skills to lead innovative engineering projects within the maritime and energy sector.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Technical superintendent

MSC
Limassol, Cyprus
04.2025 - Current

Vessel Manager – Cyprus Office
Project: MSC DRAGON – DP2 AHTS Vessel Upgrade
Classification Society: DNV

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Led vessel upgrade of MSC DRAGON to comply with DNV Class Notation:
    1A1 Tug DK(+) DYNPOS(AUTR) HL(2.5) SF TMON
  • Successfully upgraded vessel to Fi-Fi Class 1, enhancing emergency response capabilities.
  • Oversaw design and installation of new seachests (Port and Starboard FWD) for FiFi pimps seawater intake.
  • Managed conversion of MUD and BRINE fluid tanks into Fuel Oil (FO) tanks, significantly increasing FO capacity for extended operational endurance and Oil Recovery capability.
  • Coordinated Intermediate Dry Docking activities, including:
    Full DNV Hull Survey
    Rudder and Propeller Shaft Inspection & Clearance,
  • Ensured timely execution and class compliance under strict project timelines.

Main Engines intermediate & tube shafts Works:

  • Supervised mechanical overhaul and shaft line upgrades on Wärtsilä Main Engines (Port & Starboard):
    SKF intermediate shaft bearing housing change x8pcs for upgraded version,
    JAURE coupling and DiscPack replacement,
    Starboard ME intermediate shaft replacement
    , including new Centa and JAURE couplings
    Comprehensive shaft alignment, adjustment, and fine-tuning
  • Led commissioning and functional testing of all mechanical systems post-installation to ensure full operational readiness.

Senior vessel technical supervisor; Chief Engineer

Sapuraenergy, Sapura 2000 offshore unit
Kuala-Lumpur
03.2023 - 12.2024

Sapura Energy, Sapura 2000 Derrik Pipe-lay vessel:

• Senior Technical supervisor, Barge Chief Engineer;

• Control on maintenance of all barge equipment;

• Monitoring safe loads on tensioners, stinger and anchor winches during pipe-lay project activities;

• Monitored vessel stability and controlled ballasting operations during heavy-lifting project activities.

• Control spare parts critical stock;

• Conduct daily toolbox with senior ship staff;

• Monthly meetings with company senior management staff onshore;

• Controlled fuel oil, lubrication oil, and grease consumption.

• Monitor machinery running hours and prioritise job planning;

• Monthly general reports;

• Ensured compliance with ABS class inspections, OVID, Petronas, and Exxon requirements.

Daily & Weekly report to vessel manager;

  • Supervised personnel's safe work and rest hours to ensure compliance with MLC.
  • Control ship equipment safe & smooth operations;
  • Control all oil discharges and pollution hazards according to MARPOL ANNEX I/III/IV/V/VI;
  • Managed planned maintenance systems (PMS) and spare parts stock.
  • Keep critical spare parts stock accordingly;
  • Handling major inspections requirements;
  • And all others usual Chief engineer daily/weekly/monthly tasks;

Senior vessel technical supervisor; Chief Engineer

VanOord NL and Tarbit Tankers NL
Netherlands
01.2022 - 12.2022

2022-VanOord dredging, Cornelis Lely split hopper ship

Senior engine room supervisor; Chief Engineer;

Daily & Weekly report to vessel manager;

Supervised personnel's safe work and rest hours to ensure compliance with MLC.

Control ship equipment safe & smooth operations;

Control FO & LO consumption;

Control all oil discharges and pollution hazards according to MARPOL ANNEX I/III/IV/V/VI;

And all others usual Chief engineer daily/weekly/monthly tasks;

2022-Tarbit Tankers, M/T Stella Polaris

Senior engine room supervisor; Chief Engineer;

PMS reporting and stock controlling system incl. FO/LO/Chem. & Greases consumption;

BWTS maintenance; MARPOL ANNEX I/II/III/IV/V/VI controlling; MLC; ISPS; ISM; SIRE;

Keep the vessel operational incl. high temperature cargo transportation requirements accordingly;

Keep the critical spare parts stock accordingly;

Conducted major inspections, including Vetting SIRE, Port Stay controls, and charterers' (SHELL) inspections.

Heavy Duty project equipment Senior Supervisor

Offshore Construction Unit Sapura 3500
Kuala-Lumpur
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • Supervise safe & smooth operation of Main Heavy duty project installation equipment, MPG, UEH, UET;
  • Supervise L.O & F.O consumption, bunker ordering as necessary;
  • Monitor spare parts stock and manage orders based on priority.
  • Periodical services deck power generators for MPG power supply
  • Supervision of Upending Hinge lineup and ensuring safe upending of Monopiles.
  • Participate in daily toolbox meeting with OCM and field engineers.
  • Daily/Weekly/Monthly project equipment condition & maintenance reports to technical manager onshore.
  • Ensure team compliance with work & rest hours and permits to work.
  • Supervise condition and smooth ballasting/de-ballasting operation of both material barges, MP upending & MP transportation;
  • Develop work instructions and preventive maintenance procedures.
  • In the loop of ship business correspondence between ship, company and project management onshore;
  • Oversee the entire installation process, identifying faults and implementing improvements.
  • Managing Mobilization and Demobilization project equipment;
  • Coordinate assistance to vendors for 'IHC' hydro-hammer operation & maintenance team;
  • Coordinate assistance to vendors for 'Sarens' ballast equipment and heavy lifting remotely operated SPMT;

Maintenance Supervisor, Management level

Marine Transport and Specialasided offshore units
International, Worldwide
06.2011 - 07.2020
  • managing and control Maintenance Department tasks;
  • Organize, control and perform mechanical maintenance activities;
  • Supervise operation of relevant utility systems;
  • Organize, control and perform condition monitoring and troubleshooting of mechanical equipment for process, marine and utility systems;
  • Organize, control and perform Engine Room Watch keeping duties;
  • Perform planning and control accomplishment of mechanical maintenance activities as per; Computerized Maintenance Management System;
  • Liaise with other departments for coordination of maintenance activities;
  • Administer mechanical modifications requests under management of change procedure;
  • In charge of collecting, storing and disposing of operational waste for the maintenance department;
  • Supervise housekeeping of machinery spaces
  • Ensure cleanliness is maintained;
  • Supervise use and maintenance of workshop equipment, including tools and instruments;
  • Supervise bunkering operations;
  • Participate in pre-commissioning and commissioning;
  • Assist in preparation of budget and control expenditure;
  • Ensure sufficient stock of mechanical spare parts and consumables
  • Assists in spare parts/ consumables stock review;
  • Ensure the Permit to Work system is controlled and adhered to as per requirements of the system;
  • Use the Computerised Planned Maintenance Management System
  • Review information in database to ensure it is technically valid, accurate and up to date;
  • Prepare and administer required reports
  • Maintain appropriate documentation;
  • Ensure that vendors and contractors are managed safely and effectively;
  • Ensure that vendors and contractors mechanical equipment is fit for purpose and have valid certificates;
  • Undertake training relevant to the position requirements;
  • On-the-job-training of subordinates and trainees;
  • Assist in competency assessment and performance evaluation of subordinates;
  • Member of Emergency Response Team
  • Supervise safe & smooth operation of Main Heavy duty project installation equipment, MPG, UEH, UET;
  • Supervise L.O & F.O consumption, bunker ordering as necessary;
  • Monitor spare parts stock and manage orders based on priority.
  • Periodical services deck power generators for MPG power supply
  • Supervision of Upending Hinge lineup and ensuring the safe upending of Monopiles.
  • Participate in daily toolbox meeting with OCM and field engineers.
  • Daily/Weekly/Monthly project equipment condition & maintenance reports to technical manager onshore.
  • Ensure team compliance with work & rest hours and permits to work.
  • Supervise condition and smooth ballasting/de-ballasting operation of both material barges, MP upending & MP transportation;
  • Develop work instructions and preventive maintenance procedures.
  • In the loop of ship business correspondence between ship, company and project management onshore;
  • Oversee the entire installation process, identifying faults and implementing improvements.
  • Managing Mobilization and Demobilization project equipment;
  • Coordinate assistance to vendors for 'IHC' hydro-hammer operation & maintenance team;
  • Coordinate assistance to vendors for 'Sarens' ballast equipment and heavy lifting remotely operated SPMT;
  • Reports to Superintendent.

Self-propelled DP2 Jack-up experience:

  • Jacking systems experience: Proficient in Rack & Pinion (Gear Drive) and Sliding Ring (Hydraulic Cylinder Drive), commonly referred to as "Monkey Climb." Expertise in barge positioning, preloading, penetration, and jacking operations.

Maintenance Engineer, operational level

Merchant Maritime Transport company
EU, Worldwide
09.2004 - 05.2011
  • engineer on watch;
  • Operate and monitor utility systems and Control Room;
  • Perform condition monitoring and troubleshooting of mechanical equipment and utility systems;
  • Perform preventive/corrective maintenance and troubleshooting on mechanical equipment and utility systems as per Computerized Planned Maintenance Management System;
  • Perform bunkering operations;
  • Ensure Control Room is kept tidy and in good order;
  • Identify and report utility systems maintenance requirements;
  • Perform sampling and analysis on utility systems in accordance with requirements;
  • Assist in mechanical & machinery equipment pre-commissioning and commissioning;
  • Assist in mechanical spare parts and consumables stock control;
  • Use Permit to Work system
  • Prepare Permits
  • Follow Permit to Work procedures
  • Member of Emergency Response Team
  • Conveyor belts maintenance and performance monitoring
  • Rotational equipment greasing routine & maintenance

Maintenance assistant

Merchant Maritime Transport company
Riga, Latvia
08.2000 - 05.2004
  • kept machinery running hours daily record;
  • Performed planned maintenance of engine machinery and heavy-duty mechanical equipment under guidance of maintenance technicians or supervisors.
  • Daily records and sounding ROB of fuel diesel oil, lube and cylinder oil on board of ship;
  • Sounding and record of waste oils ROB, sludge and bilge on board;
  • Managing on Fuel bunkering system lineup:
  • assisted during diesel and lube oil bunkering and transfer operations;
  • prepared monthly machinery running hours report;
  • Comply to environment pollution prevention policy and MARPOL requirements;
  • keeping engine room logbook daily updated;

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Marine Engineering, Engineer Officer upon completion

Liepaja Maritime College
Liepāja, Latvia
09/1998 - 06/2003

Skills

  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Photoshop)
  • AutoCAD

Engines and Machinery Experience:

  • Extensive experience in maintenance and operation of engines from leading manufacturers, including Wärtsilä and MAN (both conventional and new-generation LNG-powered DFDE), as well as MAK, Hyundai, CAT, 2-stroke B&W, and 2-stroke RT-Flex Skilled in handling slow, medium, and high-speed engines for optimal performance and reliability
  • Ballast water treatment system (BWTS);
  • Fresh water generation plant (RO and FWG);
  • HPU(hydraulic power unit) system; control, operation and maintenance Services on; FRAMO hydraulic, MARFLEX hydraulic
  • Conveyor belts; preventive maintenance and performance monitoring
  • Power management, automation, and control systems including "Lingso Marine", "Praxis", and "K-Chief"
  • Work on PMS (Planned Maintenance System) platforms such as "AMOS for Windows," "STAR," "SERTICA," and "TMM"

Heavy duty transportation and lifting Deck mechanisms experience:

  • Experience in maintenance and repair of Huisman 4000T heavy-lift crane, specializing in sheave bearing replacements, crane drive system maintenance, and performing rocking tests as part of preventive maintenance
  • Maintenance and repair of forklifts and crawler cranes, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards
  • Hydraulic systems HPU (Hydraulic Power Units); oversight and management of large-scale foldable hydraulic equipment, ensuring efficient operation and maintenance
  • HVAC system maintenance and air conditioning supervision, ensuring optimal performance and energy efficiency
  • Supervision of compressed air and high-volume compressed air handling units, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency
  • Managing operation, maintenance, and supervision of wind farm foundation installation using heavy-duty project equipment PGF (Pail Gripper Frame), which was largest of its kind at time Deutsche Bucht Project, Germany, VanOord
  • Project Chief Engineer/Supervisor for OWF (Offshore Wind Farm) foundation, managing world's largest and only existing PGF, including upending and lifting equipment, which is highly specialized and unique Reported directly to Chief Technical Manager onshore and Construction Manager onboard installation unit

Certification

  • Certificate of Competency: STCW III/2 Chief Engineer Officer > 3000Kw
  • Engine Room Simulator Training Course
  • FOET incl. HUET & EBS + CAEBS
  • OGUK Offshore Medical Certificate
  • Medical First Aid
  • Advanced Training in Fire Fighting
  • Oil and Chemical tanker advanced course
  • Gas tanker advanced course
  • Basic Safety Training course (personal survival techniques, fire prevention and firefighting, elementary first aid, personal safety and social responsibilities)
  • Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Boats
  • DP maintenance
  • High voltage equipment and installations onboard ships
  • MIST
  • AGT
  • Proficiency in fast rescue boats
  • Security training for seafarers with designated security duties
  • Engine Resource Management certificate
  • US visas B1/B2 OSC and C1D

Custom

Proficient, Proficient, Native

Personal Information

  • Citizenship: Latvia
  • Date of birth: 07/27/83

Languages

English
Upper intermediate
Latvian
Upper intermediate
Russian
Native

Affiliations

  • Workout and hiking

Timeline

Technical superintendent

MSC
04.2025 - Current

Senior vessel technical supervisor; Chief Engineer

Sapuraenergy, Sapura 2000 offshore unit
03.2023 - 12.2024

Senior vessel technical supervisor; Chief Engineer

VanOord NL and Tarbit Tankers NL
01.2022 - 12.2022

Heavy Duty project equipment Senior Supervisor

Offshore Construction Unit Sapura 3500
10.2020 - 10.2021

Maintenance Supervisor, Management level

Marine Transport and Specialasided offshore units
06.2011 - 07.2020

Maintenance Engineer, operational level

Merchant Maritime Transport company
09.2004 - 05.2011

Maintenance assistant

Merchant Maritime Transport company
08.2000 - 05.2004

Diploma of Higher Education - Marine Engineering, Engineer Officer upon completion

Liepaja Maritime College
09/1998 - 06/2003
KONSTANTINS PONOMARENKO