Omkar Dabholkar

Background

About Omkar Dabholkar

Master Mariner | Bulk Carrier Specialist | Crew Management Professional With over a decade of sea-going experience culminating as a Master Mariner, I bring strong leadership, operational expertise, and a deep understanding of the global shipping industry—particularly within the bulk carrier segment. My career at sea has been marked by a commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient vessel operations across international waters. After transitioning ashore, I expanded my impact in the maritime industry as a Crewing Manager, overseeing recruitment, planning, and performance management for multinational seafarers. I’ve successfully balanced crew welfare with commercial requirements, contributing to safer, more efficient vessel operations and improved retention. My strengths lie in shipboard leadership, ISM code compliance, crew planning, and maritime stakeholder engagement. Core Competencies: • Command Experience on Bulk Carriers • Crew Planning & Manning Strategy • Maritime Compliance & Safety (ISM, MLC, STCW) • Cross-cultural Team Leadership • Budgeting & Cost Control • Crisis Management & Emergency Response Open to opportunities in: Fleet management | Crewing operations | Marine superintendent roles | Maritime safety & compliance Let’s connect to share insights or explore opportunities in the global maritime space.