Objective
A position that will utilize my experience .
Experience
06/01/09-Present Noble Drilling Sugarland , Texas
Chief Mate on Semisubmersible Drilling Rig
Chief Officer on New DP3 6th Generation Rig in GOM. Coordinated and assisted in bringing rig from shipyard phase to operational. Currently working in drilling operations in GOM
• Liaised between shipyard team and operational personnel
• Vessel Security Officer in setting up ISPS procedures
• Consulted with vendors to purchase equipment
• Worked with clients assuring satisfaction with marine company objectives.
• Assisted in startup of preventative maintenance system for vessel equipment
• Implemented marine procedures for all marine equipment and deck operation.
• In charge of vessel stability calculations and deck loading
• Help oversee DP operations, maintenance and training
• In charge of vessel safety, security, fire fighting and life saving equipment
• Oversee all crane operations and lifting equipment
• In charge of vessel, deck and accommodation maintenance
• In charge of cargo transfer operations
11/2004 to 05/15/09 Global Santa Fe /Transocean Drilling Houston, Texas
2nd Mate / DPO on Semisubmersible Drilling Rigs
2nd Mate duties aboard semi submersible rig, included material control, deck maintenance and repair, emergency preparedness, equipment inspection and repair, conduct emergency drills as required, maintain documentation in compliance with regulatory and Company requirements, coordinate communications with work boat and helicopter operations, Bulk transfers on deck, Lowering subsea equipment. Assisted with commissioning and sea trials of 6th Gen DP3 rig in 2005 . DP Operator/ Navigational Watch Officer on Dual Activity Rig- operated Kongsberg SDP 32, VMS and Hipap systems. Responsible for ballast control, dry bulk transfers and fire/gas detection systems operation
• Officer in charge of navigational watch when underway
• Coordinate workboat movements
• Ballast vessel for drilling and transit operations
• Transfer bulk cargo
• Monitor engineering spaces on vessels SVC
• Directed helicopter operations as HLO
. 1996- 9/2004 Argosy Gaming Sioux City, Iowa
Senior Captain and Marine Operations Manager
Responsible for marine and maintenance operations on casino boat and adjunct barge facilities. Coordinate with gaming and other company departments for successful operation of vessel and facility. In charge of safety, maintenance and operation of vessel and adjunct barge facilities, supervise marine, housekeeping, and barge maintenance on vessel and barge. Expedite communication between management and general personnel. Responsible for security on vessel. Responsible for departments payroll, purchasing, budget, personnel (includes hiring, training, scheduling). Ensure compliance with Coast Guard, OSHA, State, and Company regulations. Serve as liaison to the Coast Guard, OSHA, and Army Corp of Engineers. Recommend and advise on procedural changes.
1994-Present Gulf Diving /Rinn Boats Inc. Freeport, TX
Captain / Divemaster
On a 100 foot live-a-board vessel used for sport diving, research work and various types passenger of use. Worked as Captain and Diver (light commercial and research work) In charge of vessel operation, safety, maintenance and engineering. Supervise passengers and diving. In charge of supervision of shipyard work for inspections, vessel alterations, and repairs.
1988–1994 Martin Marietta Government Services Melbourne, FL
Captain 1990, Chief Mate 1988-1989, Second Mate 1988
Surveillance vessel used by Army Intelligence, Coast Guard and U.S. Government. Activities also included refueling at sea and search and rescue support. In charge of safety, maintenance and operation of vessel. Tasked with making sure each assigned mission of vessel was successful to satisfaction of customer. Attended and advised on mission briefings and debriefings with military and government customers. Carried out policies established by the company. Responsible for vessel budget including supplies and food. .
Education
University of Texas, Austin, TX
[Major] Communications,
55 hours,
Sharpstown Sr High School, Houston, TX
General subjects
Certification
USCG and Liberian Licenses
Master, Unlimited Tonnage Oceans
Offshore Installation Manager
Dynamic Positioning Operator/Nautical Institute
Barge Supervisor/Ballast Control Operator
Radar Observer-Unlimited
Master, Ocean Auxiliary Sail, 200 Gross Tons,
Master of Towing Vessels
Able-bodied Seaman, Unlimited
Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping
Certifications
Automatic Radar Plotting Aids Training
ECDIS Certification
Lifeboatman
Train The Trainer
STCW, Basic Safety Training
Bridge Resource Management
Medical Person in Charge
Medical Care Provider
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Operators License
Fast Rescue Boat
Crowd Management
Crisis Management and Human Behavior
Advance Firefighting
FCC Licenses
Marine Radio Operators Permit
General Radio Telephone Operator License
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Operator License
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Maintainer License
FCC Radar License
Specialized Training and Certifications
Huet
Helicopter Landing Officer
Confined Space Rescue
Roco Rescue Training (Rescue from Height and confided space)
Simrad Kongberg Dynamic Positioning Operator – Basic Induction
Simrad Kongsberg Dynamic Positioning Operator _ Advanced
L-3( Nautronix) Dynamic Positioning Operator – Basic Induction
Converteam Advanced DP Operator Course
Sonardyne Maintenance Course
Sonardyne USBL and LUSBL operator course including Wideband techniques
Well Control
MODU Stability
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Operator License
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Maintainer License
FCC Radar License
Rescue Diver Certification, PADI
Divemaster Certification, PADI
Nitrox Divers Course, International Association of Nitrox and Technical Divers
Skils
Over twenty years experience as Department Manager, Captain, Mate, and Deckhand
Experience on various types of vessels including: towing, research, dive support, government surveillance and passenger/casino operations.
Experience with ship handling ,navigation, computer programs (inventory, maintenance ,MS Word, Excel)
Seven years as Marine Operations Manager
Supervise repairs and preparation for Coast Guard and American Bureau of Shipping dry-docking and inspections.
Worked with subcontractors, architects, engineers, and owners on projects
Performed cost analysis for projects and budget.
Organized and conduct safety and training programs
Organize and conduct Contingency /Disaster Drills
Drafted and adapted new emergency plans.
Implemented Alternative Hull Inspection Program
Background and Accomplishments
• Experience on various types of vessels including: DP MODUs , DP Drillships towing, research, dive support, government surveillance and passenger/casino operations.
• Experience with ship handling ,navigation, computer programs (inventory, maintenance ,MS Word, Excel)
• Supervise repairs and preparation for Coast Guard and American Bureau of
Shipping dry-docking and inspections.
• Worked with subcontractors, architects, engineers, and owners on projects.
• Performed cost analysis for projects and budget.
• Organized and conduct safety and training programs
• Organize and conduct Contingency /Disaster Drills
• Drafted and adapted new emergency plans.
• Implemented Alternative Hull Inspection Program.
• Experience with Dynamic Positioning / Drilling operations including landing of the BOP stack, conducting offset tests to determine stack heading to establish an accurate flex joint angle, power management, FMEA's, WSOG, SIMOPS ,completions and flowback operations