Objective
Detailed and organized Maritime Professional with a true passion for all things ships. Extensive on-board experience with logging of vessel activities from the Atlantic seaboard, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Panama Canal, Eastern Pacific to SE Alaska. Expertise in all areas of seamanship, known for a high degree of safety awareness. Deadline-oriented, self-starter who performs well individually or as part of a team.
Experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
J.M. FAMILY ENTERPRISES / SOUTHEAST TOYOTA, Deerfield Beach, FL 1996-2009
Second Officer
Assisted the captain and directly supervised all deck, engineering, galley and interior departments. Led operation of all boats and deck cranes. Ensured compliance with customs and immigration rules and regulations. Supervised the safe onboard operation and management of six vessels ranging from 56’ to 172’ and 29 crewmembers.
* Promoted to the rank of second officer in less than 7 years after coming onboard as a 3rd Mate.
* Spearheaded the completion of a $2M refit project while the ship was in the yard.
* Coached and developed numerous crew in all areas of seamanship.
* Prioritized multiple daily tasks, implemented cost savings ideas and the setting of goals while maintaining a high level of guest service and satisfaction.
SUBWAY DEVELOPMENT, INC., Deerfield Beach, FL 1994 - 1996
Captain aboard the Subconscious
76' Hatteras motor yacht.
Responsibilities included the safe operation / Navigation of the vessel, hiring, and supervision of 2 crew, monitoring all activities, and maintaining a high level of owner / guest service and satisfaction.
M / Y BRIDLEWOOD, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 1993 - 1994
First Mate - 140' Feadship
Supervision of all deck departments. Ensure the safe navigation of the vessel. Perform daily maintenance of vessel, assist the captain where and when needed, operation of all small boats, cranes and deck equipment.
Education
High school
Certification
LICENCES
* 1600-Ton Master N/C
* Bridge Resource Management
* Unlimited Radar Observer
* ARPA Certified
* Advanced Firefighting
* Medical First Aid Provider
* STCW 95 Certified
* TWIC
* GMDSS
* Advanced Open Water Diver
* A/B Unlimited
Skils
Ship handling, Navigation, Crew Training
Personally logging over 3000 days aboard various vessel
Engineering experience has included maintenance and overhaul of Detriot diesel, Caterpillar, Cummins, reverse osmosis desalination systems, A/C systems, as well as normal electrical and plumbing maintenance.
Extensive career spanning over 20 years of progressive experience in marine engineering, shipboard operations, maintenance and management.