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Denis Posavec

@DenisPosavec

Experienced Maritime Professional with Safety and Management Expertise

Koper / Capodistria, Slovenia
Available in 2 weeks
Job Preferences
Chief Officer+1
Motor
60-69m+2
Private & Charter
Rotational
Croatia+1
Not Considered

About

I am an experienced maritime professional dedicated to continuous growth and development, aspiring to become a Captain one day. My expertise includes safety, vessel management, and guest service.

Personal Details

Age32 years
ResidenceSlovenia

Career Objective

To leverage my extensive maritime experience and leadership skills in a challenging role that allows for professional growth and development.

Hobbies & Interests

Reading, playing football, fishing (spearfishing), playing video games, diving, sailing, water sports, skiing, and many others.

Experience

Chief Officer

Current
Apr 2024 - Present
M/Y Sputnik

Promoted to Chief officer. Leading a deck team of 8 (2nd officer, bosun and six to seven deckhands). Full compliance with ISM, PMS and ISPS standards. My responsibilities include planning and executing maintenance schedules, ensuring operational readiness and overseeing safety protocols. Accounting and budgeting for deck department. Preparing Shipyard worklist. Leading onboard drills to ensure crew preparedness and compliance with safety protocols. Acted as HLO, ensuring safety and compliance during helicopter operations. Maneuvering the vessel under the captain's supervision.

Chief Officer

Jul 2022 - Oct 2022
M/Y Viv La Vie

Joined the vessel in August to complete the season, managing three guest trips during the month while overseeing guest logistics, crew work schedules. Ship safety and security, navigation and onboard drills. Subsequently offered a role to remain onboard during the shipyard period for a 15-year survey. Actively involved in all shipyard works, supporting ships-wide operations and coordinating with crew during the dry dock period. Organized weekly crew schedules, supervised a deck team of six, and assisted the captain with approvals and work reports for shipyard activities. Ensured crew safety and ship security during dry dock, while also preparing and executing drills in line with ISM standards. Accounting and budgeting for deck department. Proficient in IDEA for PMS and ISM management.

1st Officer

Apr 2022 - Jun 2022
M/Y Isotta

MY Isotta is 30m private/charter yacht, operating in crew of 5 (6). Preparing yachts mini ISM standard. Responsible for safety on board and all safety equipment. Organizing daily and weekly work schedule and work tasks. Performing bridge duties and assisting in all necessary engine works. Responsible for guest tender transportations (saxdor 320 gtc).

Certifications & Qualifications

Chief Mate

Chief Mate Unlimited (II/2)

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate

Languages

EnglishFluent
ItalianFluent
CroatianFluent
GermanBeginner

References

2 references

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