Raja Mohamed Salleh Zulkurnain Raja Iskandar Shah
Mukim Kuala Belait
Summary
Over a decade of proven expertise in subsea project execution, diving operations, and SPM system management across Malaysia, Sudan, Vietnam, and Brunei. Successfully led complex offshore installations—including pipe-laying, spool and PLEM integration—and managed consortium-level maintenance projects for major facilities like Dung Quat Refinery. Skilled in bid preparation, client liaison (PETRONAS, MURPHY, BMC), and cost modeling. Former Senior Logistic Officer and Diving Representative for Brunei Methanol Company, overseeing 14km offshore SPM operations and driving continuous procedural improvements. Holds a Diploma in Hyperbaric Operations (Dive Project Management) from ADAS. Known for precision, initiative, and thriving under pressure in multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Marine Engineer
Revolve Engineering Sdn. Bhd.
12.2024 - Current
- Support diving system audits, equipment inspections, and readiness checks for offshore campaigns
- Assist in the development and review of diving procedures, risk assessments, and emergency response plans
- Oversee inspections, audits, and assurance activities in accordance with IMCA, ABS, DNV, and other relevant standards
- Prepare and review technical documentation, including specifications, procedures, risk assessments, and reports
- Provide engineering input during incident investigations and root cause analyses related to diving operations
Senior Project Engineer for Subsea Projects
PTAS Sdn. Bhd.
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Preparation of BSP DOP and SHENA IGN 10.
- To execute Projects safely and successfully and meet clients’ expectations.
- Established strong working relationships with clients to ensure clear communication of expectations and requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
- Managed projects effectively to deliver finished work on time.
Auditor & Consultant
Freelance
09.2018 - 12.2023
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by performing regular audits and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Conducted risk assessments to determine areas requiring increased focus during subsequent audits.
- Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
- Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
Senior Logistic Officer / Diving Representative
Brunei Methanol Company Methanol Sdn. Bhd.
06.2014 - 08.2018
- Ensuring reliable maintenance and repair of BMC SPM terminal assets and equipment, including SPM buoy, mooring chains, floating and submarine hoses, subsea pipelines and pipeline end manifold (PLEM) and attachments and spares
- Administering the terms and conditions of contracts for SPM Terminal maintenance and operations support, managing contractor field execution, reviewing contractor performance for contract conformance and initiating remedial actions when appropriate.
- Create, maintain and update checklists for periodic inspections of SPM Terminal equipment, develop work lists and follow-ups to correct deficiencies identified during inspections and resolves SPM Terminal maintenance-related questions and conflicts.
- Monitoring the contractor to ensure compliance with legislation, BMC, OGP, IMCA Diving recommended practice and industry best practices.
- Participation in Diving Spread audit
- Participation in offshore risk assessments and in the management of change process.
Operation Superintendent
Offshore Subsea Works Sdn Bhd
09.2013 - 10.2013
- To execute Projects safely and successfully and meet clients’ expectations
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
Project Manager
VH Energy Sdn. Bhd.
05.2013 - 07.2013
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to project practices.
Project Manager / Diving Superintendent
Offshore Subsea Works Sdn. Bhd.
11.2011 - 05.2013
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
Project Manager
PTSC Offshore Services Vietnam
03.2011 - 10.2011
- To provide an Asset Integrity Management for the Single Point Mooring (SPM) Topside CALM Buoy, Floating & Submarine Hoses, PLEM (hereafter called SPM System) and Subsea Pipelines through the establishment of a locally-based organization in Binh Son Refinery that can develop and implement an inspection, and scheduled and unscheduled maintenance program for Binh Son Refinery (BSR).
- To eliminate the risks and the consequential losses associated with the breakdown of the SPM and associated equipment and subsea pipelines;
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Project Manager
Offshore Subsea Works Sdn. Bhd.
01.2005 - 03.2011
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety. - Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
Air Diving Supervisor
Core – IRM Pte. Ltd.
11.2006 - 11.2006
- UWILD including UT and Eddy Current
Air Diving Supervisor
Core – IRM Pte. Ltd.
10.2006 - 10.2006
- UWILD including UT and Eddy Current
Air Diving Supervisor
Core – IRM Pte. Ltd.
08.2006 - 08.2006
- UWILD including UT and Eddy Current
Air Diver
Core-IRM Pte Ltd
06.2006 - 06.2006
- UWILD Inspection – RIG134
Air Diver
Core-IRM Pte Ltd
05.2006 - 05.2006
- UWILD Inspection - Adriatic XI of 1693
Air Diver
Uwatech Sdn Bhd
04.2006 - 04.2006
- Underwater Cutting – Temporary Bridge
Air Diving Supervisor
Offshore Subsea Works Sdn. Bhd.
01.2005 - 01.2006
- SPM (Single Point Mooring) Periodically Inspection
- I) Bi-yearly Inspection
- Ii) Quarterly Inspection
- SPM Floating Hoses Shore Inspection
- SPM Subsea Hose Change Out
- Seawater Intake Inspection
- Pre-Berthing and Berthing of VLCCs at SPM
Air Diving Supervisor
Southern Sea Marine & Construction Sdn Bhd
12.2005 - 12.2005
- Inspection of Installation Geotextile and Rock Revetment
Air Diving Supervisor
Southern Sea Marine & Construction Sdn Bhd
10.2005 - 12.2005
- Ensuring all activities comply with industrial standard and client-specific safety protocols. Conducts pre-dive briefings, risk assessments, and enforces safe working practices.
- Equipment Inspection & Readiness Oversees - maintenance, testing, and certification of air diving systems, compressors, communications, and emergency equipment. Ensures all gear meets operational and regulatory standards before deployment.
- Documentation & Compliance Management Maintains accurate dive logs, DSV reports, equipment checklists, and personnel certifications. Prepares documentation for audits and client submission, ensuring traceability and regulatory alignment.
- Interface with Project Teams & Clients Acts as the primary onshore liaison between diving personnel, project engineers, and client representatives. Communicates operational updates, resolves technical queries, and supports planning for offshore mobilization.
Air Diving Supervisor
Offshore Works Sdn Bhd
11.2005 - 11.2005
- Detect Leak at Subsea Hose Flange
Air Diving Supervisor
Siemens
06.2005 - 06.2005
- Laying of 4” Chlorine Pipe from #I and II Intake to Shore
Air Diving Supervisor
BNI
06.2005 - 06.2005
- Inspection of Chlorine Pipes at #I and II Intake
Air Diving Supervisor
Powertek
06.2005 - 06.2005
- Inspection of Intake Tunnel I and II
Diving Superintendent
Wira Jaya Salvage Sdn Bhd
12.2002 - 12.2002
- Salvage of Dump Barge
Diving Superintendent
Wira Jaya Salvage Sdn Bhd
10.2002 - 10.2002
- Salvage of Barge “RUBY” (Owned by Lee Trading)
Diving Superintendent
Wira Jaya Salvage Sdn Bhd
04.2002 - 04.2002
- Salvage of MV Union Star 22
Diving Superintendent
Wira Jaya Salvage Sdn Bhd
02.2002 - 02.2002
- Salvage of Hanjin Dredger - P1
Air Diver/Sat. Support
Allied Marine & Equipment Sdn Bhd
05.2001 - 05.2001
- ANGSI Pipe Laying, Riser and Platform Installation.
Air Diver
Petronas Penapisan (Terengganu) Sdn. Bhd.
05.2001 - 05.2001
- CALM Bouy Inspection.
Air Diver/Sat. Support
Allied Marine & Equipment Sdn Bhd
04.2001 - 04.2001
- ANGSI Pipe Laying, Riser and Platform Installation.
Air Diver
Petronas Penapisan (Melaka) Sdn. Bhd
04.2001 - 04.2001
- SBM Mooring Hawser Replacement. Tanker Pre and Post Berthing Inspection.
Air Diver
Petronas Penapisan (Melaka) Sdn. Bhd.
02.2001 - 02.2001
- Tanker Pre and Post Berthing Inspection and Maintenance. Removal of Damaged Ladder from Jetty.
Air Diver
EMEPMI
10.2000 - 10.2000
- Riser Clad Installation.
Air Diver
Petronas Penapisan (Melaka) Sdn. Bhd.
04.2000 - 04.2000
- SBM Hose Change Out. SBM Quarterly and Monthly Inspection and maintenance.
Air Diver
Petronas Penapisan (Melaka) Sdn. Bhd.
03.2000 - 03.2000
- SBM Inspection and Maintenance.
Air Diver
Pro Dive Services (M) Sdn Bhd
09.1993 - 09.1993
- Inspection and Maintenance of Cooling Water System
References
- Pg. Mohamad Supri Bin Pg. Haji Chuchu, HSE General Manager, +673 3229 300 ext. 208 - Office, +673 8775298 - Mobile, BRUNEI METHANOL COMPANY SDN. BHD.
- Bronwen Campbell, Dive Project Management Course Director, +61 2 66896566 – Office, +61 439842237, AUSTRALIAN DIVER ACCREDITATION SCHEME (ADAS)
- Harrie van Kolck, Refinery Advisor, +84 55 31616567 - office, +84 12 26728600 - Mobile, BINH SON REFINERY, VIETNAM
Certification
- 2019 - Diploma Hyperbaric Operation (Project & Estimating) – Australian Diver Accreditation Scheme (ADAS)
- 2018 - NEBOSH International General Certificate
- 2015 - Diving System Assurance (KB Associate)
- 2014 - IMCA Assistant Life Support Technician (KB Associate)
- 2013 - DP Awareness (KB Associate / SWIRE)
- 2013 - OGP Client (Diving) Work Representative (KB Associate)
- 2010 - CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector – Course Attended (TWI)
- 2009 - CSWIP 3.0 Visual Welding Inspector (TWI)
- 2005 - Surfaced-Supplied Air Diving Supervisor (Association of Diving Contractors Intl.)
Timeline
Senior Marine Engineer
Revolve Engineering Sdn. Bhd.
12.2024 - Current
Senior Project Engineer for Subsea Projects
PTAS Sdn. Bhd.
01.2024 - 10.2024
Auditor & Consultant
Freelance
09.2018 - 12.2023
Senior Logistic Officer / Diving Representative
Brunei Methanol Company Methanol Sdn. Bhd.
06.2014 - 08.2018
Operation Superintendent
Offshore Subsea Works Sdn Bhd
09.2013 - 10.2013
Project Manager
VH Energy Sdn. Bhd.
05.2013 - 07.2013
Project Manager / Diving Superintendent
Offshore Subsea Works Sdn. Bhd.
11.2011 - 05.2013
Project Manager
PTSC Offshore Services Vietnam
03.2011 - 10.2011
Air Diving Supervisor
Core – IRM Pte. Ltd.
11.2006 - 11.2006
Air Diving Supervisor
Core – IRM Pte. Ltd.
10.2006 - 10.2006
Air Diving Supervisor
Core – IRM Pte. Ltd.
08.2006 - 08.2006
Air Diver
Core-IRM Pte Ltd
06.2006 - 06.2006
Air Diver
Core-IRM Pte Ltd
05.2006 - 05.2006
Air Diver
Uwatech Sdn Bhd
04.2006 - 04.2006
Air Diving Supervisor
Southern Sea Marine & Construction Sdn Bhd
12.2005 - 12.2005
Air Diving Supervisor
Offshore Works Sdn Bhd
11.2005 - 11.2005
Air Diving Supervisor
Southern Sea Marine & Construction Sdn Bhd
10.2005 - 12.2005
Air Diving Supervisor
Siemens
06.2005 - 06.2005
Air Diving Supervisor
BNI
06.2005 - 06.2005
Air Diving Supervisor
Powertek
06.2005 - 06.2005
Project Manager
Offshore Subsea Works Sdn. Bhd.
01.2005 - 03.2011
Air Diving Supervisor
Offshore Subsea Works Sdn. Bhd.
01.2005 - 01.2006
Diving Superintendent
Wira Jaya Salvage Sdn Bhd
12.2002 - 12.2002
Diving Superintendent
Wira Jaya Salvage Sdn Bhd
10.2002 - 10.2002
Diving Superintendent
Wira Jaya Salvage Sdn Bhd
04.2002 - 04.2002
Diving Superintendent
Wira Jaya Salvage Sdn Bhd
02.2002 - 02.2002
Air Diver/Sat. Support
Allied Marine & Equipment Sdn Bhd
05.2001 - 05.2001
Air Diver
Petronas Penapisan (Terengganu) Sdn. Bhd.
05.2001 - 05.2001
Air Diver/Sat. Support
Allied Marine & Equipment Sdn Bhd
04.2001 - 04.2001
Air Diver
Petronas Penapisan (Melaka) Sdn. Bhd
04.2001 - 04.2001
Air Diver
Petronas Penapisan (Melaka) Sdn. Bhd.
02.2001 - 02.2001
Air Diver
EMEPMI
10.2000 - 10.2000
Air Diver
Petronas Penapisan (Melaka) Sdn. Bhd.
04.2000 - 04.2000
Air Diver
Petronas Penapisan (Melaka) Sdn. Bhd.
03.2000 - 03.2000
Air Diver
Pro Dive Services (M) Sdn Bhd
09.1993 - 09.1993
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