About
I am a dedicated maritime professional with extensive experience in ship operations and environmental compliance. My leadership skills and problem-solving abilities enable me to manage deck departments effectively and ensure safe vessel operations.
Personal Details
Career Objective
To leverage my extensive maritime experience and leadership skills to enhance operations for a premier maritime organization.
Hobbies & Interests
I enjoy cooking, gardening, and traveling, as well as engaging with electronics and music.
Experience
Staff Captain
CurrentServe as second-in-command and head of the deck department. Strategize and implement maintenance strategies for deck operations. Lead the bridge team in navigational planning and operations. Ensure compliance with international regulations such as SOLAS, STCW, MARPOL, MLC, ISM, ISPS, USCG, USPH, and IAATO. Varies ship types offshore and cruise vessels. Staff Captain on short contract at RCCL Explorer of the Seas 130.000 GT, 311 meters, 4000 passengers and 1200 crew.
Staff Captain
Serve as second-in-command and head of the deck department, fulfilling the roles of SSO and Environmental Officer on Spirit class cruise ships. Strategize and implement maintenance strategies for deck operations. Oversee docking procedures to ensure optimal positioning. Lead the bridge team in navigational planning and operations. Ensure compliance with international regulations such as SOLAS, STCW, MARPOL, MLC, ISM, ISPS, USCG, USPH, and IAATO. Facilitate training programs for promotion to the rank of Captain. Execute large ship manoeuvres employing azipod technology. Possess extensive experience in the sailing and operational management of large cruise vessels. Oversee passenger boarding ramp-up processes. Deliver premier luxury cruise experiences.
Staff Captain
Acted as second-in-command and head of the deck department, executing the roles of SSO and Environmental Officer on the expedition cruise ship M/V National Geographic Explorer. Devised and executed thorough maintenance schedules for deck operations. Directed training programmes for officers and crew to enhance performance and efficiency. Maintained vessel compliance with international regulations including SOLAS, STCW, MARPOL, MLC, ISM, ISPS, USCG, USPH, and IAATO. Acquired experience in navigation through Arctic regions including the North Pole, Iceland, Greenland, and Canada. Executed heavy ice navigation and complex manoeuvres. Demonstrated expertise in the sailing and operational management of expedition cruise ships. Managed the ramp-up for passenger boarding. Gained hands-on experience in Antarctic sailing operations
Certifications & Qualifications
Master
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