Capt. Naveen Gautam
About Capt. Naveen Gautam
Capt. Naveen Gautam is a Marine Vetting Specialist at Chevron in London, with extensive experience in marine safety, quality management, and vetting across multiple international companies.
Current Role at Chevron
Capt. Naveen Gautam currently holds the position of Marine Vetting Specialist at Chevron. Based in London, United Kingdom, Capt. Gautam is responsible for ensuring that the company's marine operations adhere to the highest standards of safety and compliance. His duties involve conducting vessel inspections and assessments, evaluating the performance of maritime operations, and maintaining adherence to international maritime regulations and industry guidelines.
Previous Experience at BP
Before joining Chevron, Capt. Naveen Gautam worked at BP as a Vetting and Port Clearance Superintendent from 2014 to 2017. During his three-year tenure in London, United Kingdom, he handled responsibilities related to the vetting of vessels for port calls, ensuring that all port operations met compliance standards. His expertise in vetting procedures and port clearance processes significantly contributed to optimizing maritime operations at BP.
Marine Consultant Experience
In 2014, Capt. Naveen Gautam served as a Marine Consultant at London Offshore Consultants Aberdeen for seven months. Based in Aberdeen, United Kingdom, he provided expert advice on marine operations, including the analysis and assessment of marine practices. This role involved offering consultancy services on marine safety, operational efficiencies, and legislative compliance, leveraging his comprehensive understanding of international maritime standards and regulations.
Early Career and Education
Capt. Naveen Gautam began his career in the maritime industry after studying Nautical Science and achieving Mates & Masters at Fleetwood Nautical College, U.K., from 2002 to 2003. He furthered his education with additional certifications from Cranfield University and SMSC, Trondheim, NORWAY. At Cranfield University, he completed the Fundamentals of Accident Investigation in 2009, and at SMSC, he achieved Dynamic Positioning in 2013.
International Maritime Expertise
Capt. Naveen Gautam has extensive international experience across various roles and regions. He has worked as Marine Safety and Quality Manager / DPA / CSO with V. Ships Brazil in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, overseeing critical safety and quality aspects of marine operations. Additionally, he has held the position of Operations Superintendent with MOL Tankship Management (Europe) Limited in London, United Kingdom. His hands-on experience with new-built vessels and dry docking in multiple countries, including Japan, Korea, Dubai, Singapore, Portugal, and China, highlights his versatile maritime expertise.