Ahmed Diaa
Technical Section Head | Radio, Navigation & VDR Surveyor
Alexandria,Egypt
Summary
Experienced and certified engineer with a strong track record in installing, servicing, and surveying marine radio and navigation systems. Recognized as an approved Radio and VDR Surveyor for major IACS classifications such as ABS, LR, RINA, and DNV. Adept in leading teams, resolving technical issues, and ensuring strict adherence to industry standards and procedures.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certificates
2
2
Languages
Work History
Technical Section Head
MarCom Trade
Alexandria, Egypt
01.2025 - Current
- Lead and manage the technical section, focusing on team performance and service quality.
- Coordinate technical support and ensure task completion with efficiency and accuracy.
- Handle renewal of classification approvals and supervise all technical operations.
- Installation and Maintenance for radio and navigation equipment.
- Conduct surveys for radio and VDR systems on behalf of IACS classifications (ABS, DNV, LR and RINA)
Service Team Leader
MarCom Trade
Alexandria, Egypt, Alexandria
07.2020 - 01.2025
- Supervised the service team in handling the jobs.
- Oversaw service delivery and ensured procedural compliance.
- Installation and Maintenance for radio, navigation, and safety equipment.
- Conduct surveys for Radio and VDR systems on behalf of IACS classifications (ABS, DNV, LR and RINA).
Senior Services Engineer
MarCom Trade
Alexandria, Egypt
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Installation and Maintenance of radio and navigation equipment.
- Authorized to conduct radio and VDR surveys for classification societies (ABS, DNV, LR and RINA)
Junior Service Engineer
MarCom Trade
Alexandria, Egypt
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Performed field service operations for marine electronic systems.
- Gained hands-on experience with a variety of equipment models and survey procedures.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Electronics and Communications Engineering
Arab Academy For Science, Technology And Maritime Transport
Alexandria, Egypt 09.2011 - 07.2016
Skills
Installation and maintenance of navigation systems
Installation and maintenance of radio equipment
VDR Annual Performance Testing (Danelec, Rutter, Headway and Netwave)
Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
Performance improvement
Adaptability and flexibility
Teamwork and collaboration
Analytical skills
Team management
Staff development
Certification
LT-4200 Certus
Timeline
Technical Section Head
MarCom Trade
01.2025 - Current
Service Team Leader
MarCom Trade
07.2020 - 01.2025
Senior Services Engineer
MarCom Trade
07.2019 - 07.2020
Junior Service Engineer
MarCom Trade
07.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelor’s Degree - Electronics and Communications Engineering
Arab Academy For Science, Technology And Maritime Transport
09.2011 - 07.2016