Objective
open to opportunity
Experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SAFETY ADMINISTRATOR, 2008-Present
MAUI ELECTRIC COMPANY – Kahalui, Maui
Direct and administer safety and security programs to ensure safe and secure workplace for employees in five locations.
Oversee and manage USCG, EPA, and OSHA regulated training and safety programs for 5 facilities over 400 sq. mi. area, including 3 islands. Investigate industrial, vehicle, and security accidents and develop recommendations to minimize reoccurrences. Highly Protected Risk (HPR) liaison for critical infrastructure interfacing with federal, state, county, and civil defense EOC.
? Reduced training operating budget 80% while eliminating environmental impact by researching new technologies in training.
? Decreased project costs 20% by negotiating new vendor contracts.
? Recognized for exceptional investigative and reporting skills and ability to preserve and present facts while safeguarding company’s interests.
DIRECTOR OF SAFETY AND TRAINING, 2002-2008
TRILOGY EXCURSIONS – Lahaina, Hawaii
Provided excellent technical and tactical vessel operations, surpassing performance of 75% of company’s senior Captains. Achieved Executive status in 2.5 years.
Held full responsibility for safety and welfare of captains and crew for this multimillion-dollar sailing company. Served on executive management committee and implemented sweeping changes to company culture and operations to improve safety, training, and customer service. Developed training and mentor programs for captains and crewmembers. Administered testing, counseling, and performance evaluations.
? Developed training, safety, and maintenance procedures to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve customer relations.
? Achieved 300K hours of accident-free time on OSHA 300 log and reduced insurance premiums 15% by establishing and documenting a company safety program.
? Reduced time required to prepare for annual USCG inspections 60% by creating vessel safety and maintenance log.
? Decreased employee turnover 40% by developing and executing performance-based compensation system and focused training and mentoring programs.
MANAGER / INSTRUCTOR, 2000-2001
DIVERS SUPPLY – Marietta, Georgia
Directed all operations and sales efforts of dive training facility and high-volume retail outlet chain grossing more than $5M annually.
Managed human resources, payroll, accounting, purchasing, inventory, training, marketing, and merchandising functions. Organized training classes and monthly excursions to global locations, to include risk assessment, logistics, staffing, and training operations.
? Grew sales 40% in first year and maintained record sales during market downturn by managing associate training and ensuring advanced product knowledge.
? Increased profit margin 15% by streamlining operating procedures.
? Reduced costs by identifying a more cost-effective location and managing construction efforts.
? Enhanced cadre cohesiveness by utilizing effective leadership principles to build a team.
? Stimulated customer traffic through aggressive and well-researched partnership campaigns.
PROFESSIONAL MARINER, 1998-1999
MAUI COUNTY
Full time casual employment as a dive instructor, deck crew, and Underwater Videographer aboard
Single, twin screw, and aux sailing documented vessel ranging from 32-65’ (Lahaina Divers, Extended Horizons, Underwater Discoveries, Teralani, and Gemini).
Education
Graduate, Professional Mariners Training, GPA: 3.7
100 Ton Masters License with Sail Endorsement
TWIC / MARSEC / MMD Cards • Marine Radio Operators Permit
CHAPMANS SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP
Topics included seamanship, rules of the road, marlinspike, weather, boat handling, piloting and navigation, electronic and celestial navigation, and vessel and engine maintenance
Logistics and Operations Training
ARMY INSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Master Scuba Diver Trainer
Certified Oxygen Blender, Equipment Technician, and CPR Instructor
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DIVE INSTRUCTORS (PADI)
Certification
Skils
Multi hull, single screw, twin screw, IO profficient. Extremely competent boat handler. Executive or private operations level. Competent & perceptive