سوغانثان غاندي

• Administered full-lifecycle project documentation — contracts, permits, certifications, and compliance
records.
• Managed visa, work permit, and medical certification processing for multinational crew — zero audit
failures across all inspections.

• Managed container yard logistics — cargo handling, storage, and transportation in compliance with port
safety regulations.
• Collaborated with shipping lines and port authorities to optimise container movements and minimise
delays.

• Managed end-to-end office administration — document management, HR support, payroll processing, and
official correspondence.
• Handled customer service and stakeholder coordination, maintaining compliant digital and physical record
systems.

• Shore-to-Offshore Logistics Management: Managed end-to-end shore-to-offshore logistics operations for
AED M+ UAE dredging projects - coordinating daily dispatch and receipt ofall materials, equipment,
consumables, deck cargo, and food provisions between onshore logistics base and offshore vessels.
• Vessel Coordination: Tookfull operational charge of supplyvessels and LCTvessel assigned to project -
planningvessel schedules, cargo manifests, load plans, and turnaround timelines to ensure uninterrupted
offshore material and food logistics supportwith zero vessel idle time.
• Deck Cargo & Lifting Operations: Coordinated deck cargo loading and offloading in strict compliance with
marine safety and lifting regulations - liaisingwith vessel masters, deck officers, and crane operators to
ensure safe and efficient cargo handling at port and offshore.
• Bunkering Operations: Oversaw complete bunkering operations for projectvessels - coordinatingfuel
nominations, bunker barge scheduling, quantityverifications, and bunkering documentation in full compliance
with MARPOL regulations and vesselfuel management protocols.
• Offshore Food & Provisions Logistics: Managed procurement, packing, cold-chain compliance, and timely
delivery offood provisions and catering supplies to offshore crew - coordinatingwith approved vendors and
vessel cateringteams to maintain uninterrupted offshore catering support.
• Cargo Manifest & Documentation: Prepared and verified all cargo manifests, dangerous goods declarations,
packing lists, and materialtransfer records for each vesselvoyage - maintaining audit-ready documentation
compliantwith UAE port authority and offshore project requirements. Port Authority & Marine Coordination: Acted as primary liaison with Abu Dhabi port authorities, vessel agents,
harbour masters, and customs offices - managing berth bookings, port clearances, and vessel entry/exit
documentation for smooth portturnaround.
• Vendor & PL Management: Coordinated + vendors and PL providers simultaneously - monitoring service
delivery, reconcilingfreight and warehouse invoices monthly, and resolving discrepancies to maintain cost
controlwithin project budgets.
• ERP & Inventory Control: Leveraged AMOS, CAS, and CLS ERP platforms for real-time inventorytracking, stock
replenishment monitoring, open-PO management, and logistics performance reporting - ensuring zero stock-
outs for critical offshore materials and spares.
• Crew Logistics Administration: Administered logistics for + multinational offshore crew including
scheduling, sign on/off, accommodation, transportation, visa processing, and medical certifications -
achieving zero workforce-related project delays and zero compliance failures across all regulatory audits.
• HSE & Regulatory Compliance: Enforced HSE protocols across all logistics and marine operations - maintained
full compliance with offshore project safety standards, customs regulations, and MARPOL requirements;
achieved zero HSE incidents throughout all project phases.

• ERP & Inventory Control: Leveraged SAP, AMOS, CAS, and CLS ERP platforms for real-time inventory
tracking, stock replenishment monitoring, open-PO management, and logistics performance reporting —
ensuring zero stock-outs for critical offshore materials and spares.

• Led full demobilisation ofVessel RIVER MAS, safely shipping $ million+ worth of materials and heavy
equipment to Jan De Nuls Dubai waterfront yard — zero cost overrun, full HSE compliance.
• Coordinated logistics teams, port authorities, and contractors for smooth offloading and cross-border freight
movements; maintained audit-ready documentation for client sign-off.

• Led full demobilisation ofVessel RIVER MAS, safely shipping million+ $ worth of materials and heavy
equipment to Jan De Nuls Dubai waterfront yard — zero cost overrun, full HSE compliance.
• Coordinated logistics teams, port authorities, and contractors for smooth offloading and cross-border
freight movements; maintained audit-ready documentation for client sign-off.

• Supported telecom sales, network coordination, and front-office operations — building foundational
customer service and administration skills.

• Managed site office logistics for a major harbour infrastructure project — document control, crew
administration, and regulatory reporting.
• Coordinated logistics for + offshore personnel — scheduling, accommodation, transportation —
achieving zero workforce-related delays.

• Managed site office logistics for a major harbour infrastructure project — document control, crew
administration, and regulatory reporting.
• Coordinated logistics for + offshore personnel — scheduling, accommodation, transportation — achieving
zero workforce-related delays.

■ Led full demobilisation operations for Vessel RIVER MAS, overseeing safe removal of all materials and
equipment in strict compliance with HSE and operational guidelines.
■ Coordinated logistics teams, port authorities, and third-party contractors to facilitate smooth and time-efficient
material offloading.
■ Maintained audit-ready documentation for all demobilised assets, ensuring accurate inventory reconciliation and
post-project traceability.

■ Supervised all site office functions including document control, crew administration, logistics planning, and
regulatory reporting for a major harbour infrastructure project.
■ Managed crew scheduling, accommodations, and transportation logistics for 50+ offshore personnel, achieving
zero workforce-related project delays.
■ Coordinated daily with project teams, vendors, and stakeholders to streamline communications and resolve
operational bottlenecks proactively.

■ Administered full-lifecycle project documentation including contracts, permits, certifications, and compliance
records for a capital dredging programme.
■ Managed visa processing, work permits, and medical certifications for multinational project crew, achieving full
regulatory compliance across all inspections.
■ Prepared executive reports, meeting minutes, and stakeholder correspondence, improving project transparency
and decision-making efficiency.

Phase V
• Administered full-lifecycle project documentation — contracts, permits, certifications, and compliance records.
• Managed visa, work permit, and medical certification processing for multinational crew — zero audit failures
across all inspections.

■ Managed container yard logistics covering handling, storage, and transportation coordination in compliance with
all port safety regulations.
■ Collaborated with shipping lines, transport providers, and port authorities to optimise container movements and
minimise delays.

• Managed container yard logistics — cargo handling, storage, and transportation in compliance with port safety
regulations.
• Collaborated with shipping lines and port authorities to optimise container movements and minimise delays.

• Managed end-to-end office administration — document management, HR support, payroll processing, and
official correspondence.
• Handled customer service and stakeholder coordination, maintaining compliant digital and physical record
systems.

• Supported telecom sales, network coordination, and front-office operations — building foundational customer
service and administration skills.