Viraf Chichgar

Background

About Viraf Chichgar

Key expertise- Head of Training - Key driver for Blended and online training, including use of 'On Cloud' Simulator Training - Certified Training Manager with Specialized focus on Multi brand ECDIS training- Have provided corrective inputs to IHO and UKHO with positive implementation- ECDIS Support Cell Key Member and part of Team to be awarded Navigation Safety Award during 1st World ECDIS day- Marketing and business development with focus on external clients ( including Overseas Candidates)- Overseas Navigational issues of over 70 Chemical Tankers / VLCCS- Command Mentoring in charge under approved Enhanced Compliance Program under U.S D.O.J- Performed Orals - External Examiner Duties to assist Director General of Shipping- Course developer for classroom and simulator courses- Maritime Trainer's Guild Member and Speaker at various seminars- Involved in recruitment by conducting and assisting in Rating and Cadet interviews- Vetting close out assistance, particularly with ECDIS related observations- Quality Systems contributor as well as Accident Analysis Provider- ECDIS consultant - from fitment to paperless approval and ongoing operations stage- Have provide inputs related to ECDIS for a book published on Navigational Watch-keeping - Part of Founding group for Maritime Trainer's Guild, India.