Professional Boat Captain with a track record of ensuring marine safety and efficient route planning; with robust experience and diverse skillset in effectively navigating marine vessels. Skillful in anchoring, docking and guiding ships according to established regulations and rules as well as mechanical and electrical problem diagnosis.
Skilled in ship navigation and adept at managing communication systems. Excels in optimizing travel routes and enhancing passenger safety. Has strong leadership abilities and experience coordinating complex voyages and critical experience with marine vessel salvage techniques and operation for vessels up to 32' long.
Owner/COO: Chief Operating Officer and business partner of a Professional recording studio with 3 Control Rooms, 2 Live Room, Piano/Vocal Booths & Offices serving Miami DADE and Broward Counties since 1979 (Previously Studio Center).
Watch Standing: navigates the vessel by electronic and other means; maneuvers the vessel as necessary to conduct the oceanographic work; writes navigational logs; directs seamen on watch; operates radiotelephone and other communication equipment; assists Master during special sea or anchor detail.
Vessel Command: in the Master's absence, commands the vessel by having direct responsibility for the operational readiness and operation of the vessel; assigns duties and responsibilities to ship's crew. Checked navigation tools and telecommunications equipment prior to embarking on journeys to verify operational status.
Deck Department Coordination. Typical tasks: directs the deck crew in casting and towing oceanographic research gear; directs ship's deck maintenance and equipment repair; checks and maintains the upkeep of safety and lifesaving equipment on board; insures cargo and deck equipment are properly secured for sea; observes precautions common to the ordinary practice of seamanship; directs the operation and maintenance of deck equipment such as cranes, winches, boats, ground tackle, wire ropes, blocks, and lines.