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Raúl Ramón Díaz

@raul-ramon

Motivated Seafarer with Passion for Navigation

La Orotava, Spain
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3rd Officer+2

About

I’m a motivated, positive, and proactive seafarer with a strong passion for navigation and life at sea. I take pride in maintaining a professional, safety-conscious, and disciplined approach to every task, while keeping a positive attitude and strong team spirit on board.

Personal Details

Age30 years
GenderMale

Career Objective

My goal is to continue growing within the industry and take on new responsibilities as a Third or Second Officer, contributing with commitment, professionalism, and enthusiasm to the team and vessel operations.

Visas

B1/B2
C1/D

Hobbies & Interests

I lead an active lifestyle through basketball, football, and strength training, which help me maintain focus, discipline, and energy. I’m passionate about motorsports — especially cars and motorcycles — and enjoy activities that involve adventure and the sea. I also love traveling, discovering new cultures, and spending time outdoors, which keeps me adaptable, positive, and open-minded.

Experience

Deck Cadet

Jan 2025 - Jun 2025
LNG/C Adriano Knutsen

Experience aboard LNG/C Adriano Knutsen, supporting deck and bridge officers during transatlantic voyages between the U.S. and Europe. Assisted in bridge procedures, gas cargo system familiarization, mooring and anchoring ops, deck maintenance, and safety equipment inspections. Ensured compliance with company and international safety standards, strengthening my technical skills, discipline, and teamwork. This role provided a solid foundation for my future Bridge Officer position in the superyacht industry.

Deck Cadet

Aug 2024 - Nov 2024
LNG/C Cadiz Knutsen

Hands-on experience aboard LNG/C Cadiz Knutsen, supporting bridge and deck teams in navigation, cargo-handling preparation, mooring operations, and routine watches. Participated in safety and maintenance inspections of firefighting and life-saving equipment, ensuring compliance with international standards. This role strengthened my skills in safety management, operational discipline, and bridge resource coordination, while reinforcing adaptability and teamwork within a multicultural crew. It further motivated my pursuit of a Bridge Officer career in the superyacht industry.

Deck Cadet

Nov 2022 - Mar 2023
M/T Virgen Del Quinche

Extensive hands-on experience as a Deck Cadet, supporting bridge and deck teams in safe and efficient navigation. Assisted in passage planning, navigational watches, and the supervised use of RADAR and ECDIS. Participated in mooring, anchoring, cargo operations, and the inspection and maintenance of FFA and LSA equipment. This role strengthened my seamanship, communication, and safety awareness, providing a solid foundation in vessel operations and preparing me to progress toward a Bridge Officer role in the superyacht industry.

Certifications & Qualifications

Officer of the Watch

OOW Unlimited (II/1)

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA)
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
Passenger Ships
Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA)
Proficiency In Fast Rescue Boats (PFRB)
Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Other Than Fast Rescue Boats
Proficiency as Ship Security Officer (PSSO)
Advanced LNG Cargo Operations
Advanced Oil Tankers Cargo Operations
Advanced Chemical Tankers Cargo Operations

Languages

SpanishNative
EnglishConversational