Captain Samuel G. Goff
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Veteran Captain with 24 years of expertise in guiding and commanding ships while following safety procedures. Adept in employing navigational equipment, preparation, communication and knowledge of weather, surroundings and obstacles. Strong leader in offering concise direction and supervision of crew members attending to ship operations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MASTER / CHIEF MATE / SDPO / VSO
Walter Marine
2020.04 - Current
- Enhanced vessel safety by implementing rigorous inspection and maintenance protocols.
- Optimized cargo loading and discharge operations for increased efficiency and reduced turnaround times.
- Ensured timely completion of voyage plans by coordinating with port authorities, agents, and pilots.
- Maintained strict compliance with national and international maritime regulations to uphold company reputation.
- Utilized expertise to lead efforts to get vessel with USCG operating regulations.
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO / VSO
Harvey Gulf International Marine LLC.
2013.12 - 2019.01
- US Merchant Marine Bridge Officer with 20 years of experience and sea time, providing vessel operation, management and oversight.
- Development and implementation of training onboard as well as drills and emergency management procedures
- Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills
- Enhanced vessel safety by implementing rigorous inspection and maintenance protocols.
- Optimized cargo loading and discharge operations for increased efficiency and reduced turnaround times.
- Maintained strict compliance with national and international maritime regulations to uphold company reputation.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all navigational activities in accordance with regulatory requirements for safe record-keeping practices.
- Mitigated potential risks associated with heavy weather conditions through proactive monitoring of weather forecasts and adjusting course as necessary.
- Coordinated emergency response drills to enhance preparedness for real-life situations such as fire, medical emergencies or abandon ship scenarios.
- Supported efforts to maintain vessel certifications by conducting internal audits and preparing for external inspections from regulatory bodies or classification societies.
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO / VSO
Abdon Callais Offshore
2012.01 - 2013.11
- US Merchant Marine Bridge Officer with experience and sea time, providing vessel operation, management and oversight.
- Maintained strict compliance with national and international maritime regulations to uphold company reputation.
- Managed inventory control systems to ensure adequate supplies of spare parts, consumables, and provisions were available throughout the voyage.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all navigational activities in accordance with regulatory requirements for safe record-keeping practices.
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO / VSO
Labrode Marine LLC
2011.01 - 2012.01
- US Merchant Marine Bridge Officer with experience and sea time, providing vessel operation, management and oversight.
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO / VSO
Adriatic Marine LLC
2009.01 - 2011.01
- US Merchant Marine Bridge Officer with experience and sea time, providing vessel operation, management and oversight.
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO
Tidewater Marine
2000.01 - 2009.01
- US Merchant Marine Bridge Officer with experience and sea time, providing vessel operation, management and oversight..
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Management
EMS Safety
Pensacola, FLMaritime Studies
South Central Louisiana Technical College
Morgan City, LA2017
Maritime Studies
Quality Maritime Training
Jacksonville Beach, FL2014
Maritime Studies
Beier Integrated Systems
Slidell, LA2012
Maritime Studies
Sea School of St. Petersburg, FL
St. Petersburg, FL2012
Maritime Studies
Kongsberg Training Center
Houston2010
Skills
- Maritime Operations Expertise
- Quality Assurance Procedures
- Maritime Security Awareness
- Marine Engineering Basics
- Bridge Resource Management
- Safety Management Systems
- Decision-Making Abilities
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Team Leadership Qualities
- USCG Regulations
Certification
- National Master 200 GRT Near Coastal
- Master Less Than 500 GRT Near Coastal
- Nautical Institute Dynamic Positioning Operator - Unlimited
- FCC GMDSS Operator's License
- Radar Observer – Unlimited
- Automatic Radar Plotting Aids
- ARPA
- STCW Basic Safety Training (4 Elements)
- Proficiency in Survival Craft
- STCW Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch
- Advanced Fire Fighting
- Bridge Resource Management
- Electronic Chart Display Information Systems (ECDIS)
- Visual Communications - FLASHING LIGHT
- Helicopter Underwater Egress Training - HUET
- American Heart Association BLS Provider, First Aid, CPR/AED
- Vessel Security Officer (VSO/SSO)
References
References available upon request.
maritime education
- EMS Safety, Instructor -First Aid, CPR, AED, Blood Born Pathogens, Basic Life Saving, & Emergency Oxygen, 12/31/16
- South Central Louisiana Technical College, PSC / Lifeboatman, 01/01/17
- Quality Maritime Training, 200 Ton Near Coastal Master, 500 Ton ITC Master, Radar Observer (Unlimited), Advanced Firefighting, Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA), Global Marine Distress Signaling Systems (GMDSS), Train the Trainer, 01/01/14
- Kongsberg Training Center, Advanced Dynamic Positioning Officer, 01/01/10
- Beier Radio, Basic Dynamic Positioning Officer, 01/01/13
- Sea School of St. Petersburg, FL, 100 Ton Near Coastal Master, STCW95 Basic Safety Training, Commercial Assistance Towing, 01/01/12
Timeline
MASTER / CHIEF MATE / SDPO / VSO
Walter Marine
2020.04 - Current
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO / VSO
Harvey Gulf International Marine LLC.
2013.12 - 2019.01
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO / VSO
Abdon Callais Offshore
2012.01 - 2013.11
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO / VSO
Labrode Marine LLC
2011.01 - 2012.01
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO / VSO
Adriatic Marine LLC
2009.01 - 2011.01
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO
Tidewater Marine
2000.01 - 2009.01
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Management
EMS Safety
Maritime Studies
South Central Louisiana Technical College
Maritime Studies
Quality Maritime Training
Maritime Studies
Beier Integrated Systems
Maritime Studies
Sea School of St. Petersburg, FL
Maritime Studies
Kongsberg Training Center
- National Master 200 GRT Near Coastal
- Master Less Than 500 GRT Near Coastal
- Nautical Institute Dynamic Positioning Operator - Unlimited
- FCC GMDSS Operator's License
- Radar Observer – Unlimited
- Automatic Radar Plotting Aids
- ARPA
- STCW Basic Safety Training (4 Elements)
- Proficiency in Survival Craft
- STCW Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch
- Advanced Fire Fighting
- Bridge Resource Management
- Electronic Chart Display Information Systems (ECDIS)
- Visual Communications - FLASHING LIGHT
- Helicopter Underwater Egress Training - HUET
- American Heart Association BLS Provider, First Aid, CPR/AED
- Vessel Security Officer (VSO/SSO)
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