William De Vries
Malmö
Summary
Experienced marine engineer and project manager with a can-do mentality and an eye for people.
Talents include problem-solving and a flexible way of project management with a strong technical background and a passion for ships.
A dedicated, proactive and enthusiastic team player.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Project Manager
Oresund Drydocks AB
11.2024 - Current
- Lead ship repair, docking, and conversion projects from planning to completion at the largest Swedish shipyard.
- Full responsibility for technical and commercial aspects, including budgeting and financial control.
- Act as primary point of contact for customers.
- Manage project teams including department managers, foremen, subcontractors and financial controllers.
- Ensure deadlines, quality standards, and safety requirements are met while adapting to unique project needs.
Ship Repair Manager
Navitec NV
08.2021 - 11.2024
- In charge of afloat ship repair projects from enquiry till settlement of the invoice.
- Ranging from small steel damaged till mayor repairs such as rudder removals and intermediate surveys
- Responsible for up to 50 workers, depending on the project.
Engineer
RWE Generation NL
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Worked as engineer in an advanced multi fuel bio mass power plant
- Proficient in steam installations, complicated auxiliary systems and Siemens DCS operation.
3rd Engineer
Anthony Veder Rederijzaken
05.2016 - 10.2020
- Sailed as engineer on multiple high end gas carriers in a multinational crew.
- Part of new building team of MV Coral Energice
- Proficient in duel fuel technology.
- Maintained vessel's engine room to comply with regulations.
- Sailed on the following vessels; Coral Monactis, Prins Hendrik, Coral Energice.
Apprentice officer
Danser Van Gent
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Sailed as intergrated apprentice on Marietje Andrea in both engine room and deck department.
Apprentice officer
Seatrade Groningen BV
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Sailed as intergrated apprentice on Benguela Stream and Messina Strait in both engine room and deck department.
Education
Course - Scrubber Technology
Valmet Technology OY
Tampere02-2024
Course - VCA-VOL
Koninklijke PBNA
Breda01-2020
Course - Duel Fuel Engines
MaK Education Centre
Kiel10-2016
Maritiem Officier alle schepen - Merchant Navy Officer
Scheepvaart En Transport College
Rotterdam05-2016
Skills
- Flexible project manager
- Safety assessments
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Knowledge of marine engineering
- Technical project planning
Languages
Dutch
First language
English
Bijna eerstetaalniveau
C2
German
Licht gevorderd
B1
Timeline
Technical Project Manager
Oresund Drydocks AB
11.2024 - Current
Ship Repair Manager
Navitec NV
08.2021 - 11.2024
Engineer
RWE Generation NL
10.2020 - 08.2021
3rd Engineer
Anthony Veder Rederijzaken
05.2016 - 10.2020
Apprentice officer
Danser Van Gent
02.2016 - 05.2016
Apprentice officer
Seatrade Groningen BV
07.2014 - 01.2015
Course - Scrubber Technology
Valmet Technology OY
Course - VCA-VOL
Koninklijke PBNA
Course - Duel Fuel Engines
MaK Education Centre
Maritiem Officier alle schepen - Merchant Navy Officer
Scheepvaart En Transport College
Education
other,other, 2017, 2017,other, 2020, 2020
Hobbies
- Sailing
- Travelling
- Running
- Climbing