Mamdouh J. Albaiji
Dhahran
Summary
Highly experienced maritime professional with over 27 years in the industry, including expertise as a Harbor Master and Certified Senior Harbor Pilot on both the east and west coasts of Saudi Arabia. Proven leadership in port operations and safety, with a solid educational foundation in Nautical Sciences from Southampton University. Skilled in ship handling, emergency response, and marine safety.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Harbor Master
Aramco Ports
01.2014 - Current
- Supervise port operations and ensure compliance with maritime safety and security standards
- Manage port facility security as a certified Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO)
- Oversee navigation, berthing, and unberthing of vessels in multiple ports
- Liaise with stakeholders to optimize port efficiency and safety
Certified Harbor Pilot
Aramco Ports
12.1998 - 01.2014
- Fully certified harbor pilot for East Coast ports (Ras Tanura, Juymah) with 18 licenses, and West Coast ports (Duba, Jeddah, Yanbu, Jazan, and Jazan Refinery Port) with 18 licenses.
- Successfully piloted diverse vessel types, including tankers, container ships, and gas carriers
- Conducted ship handling and simulator training for advanced navigation techniques
Education
Higher National Diploma - Nautical Sciences
Southampton Solent University
United KingdomChief Mate - Nautical Sciences
Southampton Solent University
United KingdomSkills
- Port Management and Operations
- Ship handling and navigation
- Emergency Response and Safety Protocols
- Leadership and Team Management
- Risk Assessment and Problem-Solving
- Compliance with Maritime Regulations
- Ship inspection procedures
- Port security oversight
- Port facility administration
- Vessel traffic coordination
- Pilotage services coordination
- International maritime regulations
- Marine pollution prevention
- Mooring line management
Certification
- Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) – Lloyd’s Register
- Helicopter Underwater Escape Training – M&O Arabia / Al-Khaleej Training & Education
- Marine Oil Spill Response Training – Advanced Certification
- Ship Handling Simulator – Multiple Certifications in Cork (Ireland) and Alexandria(Egept).
Accomplishments
- Successfully led port operations for Aramco’s key facilities across Saudi Aramco.
- Led commissioning of Jazan Refinery Port.
- Played a pivotal role in emergency planning and marine spill response initiatives.
- Certified in advanced ship handling and leadership programs.
Training
- Pilot Assistance and Tug Master Certification
- Liquefied Gas Tanker Safety, Inert Gas Systems, and Crude Oil Washing
- Time Management and Leadership Programs (Harvard Manage Mentor Series)
- Marine Safety Inspection, Risk Management, and Root Cause Analysis
- Offshore Safety Training (NAP Helicopter Safety, HUET)
- Emergency Response Planning and ICS for Emergency Responders
- Environmental Management System and ISPS Code Awareness
- Workplace Stress Management and Conflict Resolution Training
- Advanced Cybersecurity and Data Protection Awareness
Languages
- Arabic, Native
- English, Fluent
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 06/28/76
Timeline
Harbor Master
Aramco Ports
01.2014 - Current
Certified Harbor Pilot
Aramco Ports
12.1998 - 01.2014
Higher National Diploma - Nautical Sciences
Southampton Solent University
Chief Mate - Nautical Sciences
Southampton Solent University
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