Carolyn Marina Crawford
Kenai
Summary
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making Skills
- Leadership and Team Oriented
- Oral and Written Communications
- Human Relation Skills
- Organization and Time Management
Experienced with complex marine navigation and piloting diverse vessels through challenging waterways. Utilizes deep understanding of maritime regulations and safety protocols to ensure seamless operations. Track record of effective teamwork and situational awareness in high-stakes environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marine Pilot
Southwest Alaska Pilots Association
10.2016 - 02.2024
- Provide extensive local knowledge, safe ship handling and navigation to vessels entering South-central waters
- State of Alaska and USCG federally approved pilotage for 23 areas within South-central waters
- Partner in entities owned and operated by the pilot association including Alaska Nautical Services, Middle Rock and Berth II which all impact day-to-day operations and investment opportunities
Adjunct Professor
AVTEC
04.2011 - 05.2016
- Facilitate and teach Dangerous Liquids (PIC) including tanker familiarization and safe marine petroleum operations
Ocean Fleet Officer
OSG, Inc.
12.2009 - 03.2013
- Ice Mate during winter operations within Cook Inlet specifically Nikiski, Drift River, and Anchorage
- Monitor safe moorings of the vessels while alongside the dock
- Extra mate to relieve workload of vessels crew during navigation and cargo operational watches
Ocean Fleet Officer
SeaRiver Maritime, Inc.
06.1999 - 12.2008
- In charge of flawless operations of VLCC tank ships and its $50 million crude oil, the safety of the vessel's personnel, and protection of the environment
- Aboard VLCC for 60 to 75 day work tours in Alaskan North Slope and foreign crude trade including Europe, Middle East and Far East
- Management of a safe and effective navigation and cargo watch, including coordination of the vessel's movement, safe stowage and handling of vessel's cargo, and regulatory awareness and compliance
- Implementation and evaluation of the vessel's safety management program with focus on injury, occupational illness and accident prevention; administer compliance of occupational health regulations and company policy
- Development and implementation of emergency preparedness and response procedures including risk assessment, Operations Integrity Management System (OIMS), preventative and mitigation measures, and terrorist security plans
- Assisted in repair and maintenance of five shipyard periods in Singapore Shipyards and two shipyard periods in Portland General Cascade Shipyards
Navigation and Safety Officer
Alaska Marine Highway
06.2006 - 10.2006
- Aboard Tustumena and Columbia for 14 to 28 day work tours in Southwest and Southeast Alaska waters
- Obtained pilotage experience in restricted maneuvering waters including Ouzinkie Narrows and Whale Pass
Gulf of Mexico Lightering Coordinator
SeaRiver Maritime, Inc.
06.2003 - 07.2004
- Coordinate delivery of 10-15 million barrels of crude oil per month from Middle East and West Africa to Baytown, Beaumont, and Baton Rouge refineries for Exxon Mobil
- Participated in offshore underway lighting operations in Gulf of Mexico and observed transit from offshore rendezvous lightering positions to discharge port including Baytown, Beaumont and Baton Rouge
- Member of Exxon Mobil Demurrage Action Team which effectively saved over $20 million in demurrage costs
- Coordinate lightering and offshore operations in Gulf of Mexico, working closely with Lightering Companies, Lightering Coordinators and Agencies to ensure safe and flawless operations
- Participated in contract negotiations with Lightering Companies, Lightering Coordinators and Agencies
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
United States Merchant Marine Academy
Kings Point, NY06.1999
Skills
- Ship handling
- Bridge resource management
- Advanced navigation
- Environmental awareness
Certification
- Chief Mate, Ocean Unlimited Tonnage
- Federal First Class Pilotage for Prince William Sound and South Central (excluding Alitak Bay)
- STCW
- Radar Observer Unlimited
- Tankerman Person-In-Charge
- Inert Gas and Crude Oil Wash Systems
- GMDSS
- ARPA
- Bridge Team Management
- Advanced Shiphandling Manned Model
- Bridge Resource Management for Pilots
- Leadership and Managerial Skills
Timeline
Marine Pilot
Southwest Alaska Pilots Association
10.2016 - 02.2024
Adjunct Professor
AVTEC
04.2011 - 05.2016
Ocean Fleet Officer
OSG, Inc.
12.2009 - 03.2013
Navigation and Safety Officer
Alaska Marine Highway
06.2006 - 10.2006
Gulf of Mexico Lightering Coordinator
SeaRiver Maritime, Inc.
06.2003 - 07.2004
Ocean Fleet Officer
SeaRiver Maritime, Inc.
06.1999 - 12.2008
- Chief Mate, Ocean Unlimited Tonnage
- Federal First Class Pilotage for Prince William Sound and South Central (excluding Alitak Bay)
- STCW
- Radar Observer Unlimited
- Tankerman Person-In-Charge
- Inert Gas and Crude Oil Wash Systems
- GMDSS
- ARPA
- Bridge Team Management
- Advanced Shiphandling Manned Model
- Bridge Resource Management for Pilots
- Leadership and Managerial Skills
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
United States Merchant Marine Academy
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