Capt.Sunil Augustine

Experienced in managing day-to-day fleet operations of oil tankers with strong focus on compliance with SIRE 2.0, TMSA, HSEQ, and regulatory bodies such as PSC, Flag State, and classification societies. Skilled in conducting internal audits, safety inspections, incident investigations, and overseeing dry dockings to maintain high safety and performance standards. Adept at handling pre- and post-fixture activities, coordinating with charterers, owners, agents, P&I clubs, and insurers, while monitoring KPIs and financials to drive operational efficiency and strategic alignment.

Led marine operations for a fleet of Suezmax, Aframax, and MR oil tankers, managing commercial activities, chartering, inspections (SIRE, class, PSC), and ensuring full compliance with international safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. Served as DPA and CSO, overseeing the Safety Management System (SMS), implementing robust physical and cyber security protocols, and leading audits and investigations to drive continuous improvement. Managed budget planning, performance reviews, and stakeholder coordination, while supporting charter party negotiations and pre/post fixture operations in collaboration with Masters, owners, and regulatory authorities.

Commanded VLCC and Aframax tankers on international voyages, ensuring safe navigation, operational efficiency, and full compliance with charter party terms, maritime regulations, and company protocols. Maintained vessels in inspection-ready condition for SIRE, PSC, and vetting audits, while upholding ISM, MARPOL, and industry best practices for safety and environmental compliance.

Commanded VLCC and Aframax tankers on international voyages, ensuring safe navigation, operational efficiency, and full compliance with charter party terms, maritime regulations, and company protocols. Maintained vessels in inspection-ready condition for SIRE, PSC, and vetting audits, while upholding ISM, MARPOL, and industry best practices for safety and environmental compliance.

Ensured compliance with ISM, ISPS, STCW, and Saudi Aramco’s “Corporate Operational Excellence” standards across Aramco and contractor vessels by conducting audits, safety inspections, and guiding Captains through class surveys, PSC, and third-party inspections. Led the design and delivery of formal maritime training programs—including simulator-based training, safety initiatives, and competency evaluations for new hires and promotion candidates—ensuring full STCW compliance under Ministry of Transport guidelines. Managed the Navigational Simulator Facility, oversaw contractor vessel onboarding, and conducted on-the-job assessments to verify officer competency, certification validity, and adherence to industry best practices.

Conducted ISM, ISPS, SMS, safety, navigational, and internal audits, along with incident investigations and vessel readiness for SIRE, PSC, and class inspections—ensuring compliance with statutory, classification, and QHSE standards including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001. Implemented and maintained the Safety Management System (SMS), led crew training, reported audit findings to leadership, and supported vessels in aligning with industry best practices and company safety policies.

•Sailed on Oil tankers - crude oil & product tankers from cadet, junior officer, Chief Officer up to the rank of Master. •SIRE oil major vetting inspections, Flag & port state inspections, class surveys, US coast guard TVEL inspections. •Have experience of carrying out dry docking and major ship repairs as Master & Chief Officer. •Have handled various grades of crude oil and petroleum products, ensuring safe loading & unloading. •Have efficiently managed high level correspondences with ship owners, charterers, managers, port state inspectors, agents & port authorities as Master.

Safely commanded Suezmax, Aframax, and product tankers on international voyages, ensuring full compliance with SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, and company SMS protocols. Oversaw crew management, safety drills, cargo operations including loading, discharging, and tank cleaning, while ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to oil major and port authority requirements.