David White
Chattahoochee,FL
Summary
Dynamic Dredge Captain with proven expertise in vessel operation, navigational planning, and crew training. Committed to maintaining safety compliance and enhancing operational efficiency through effective communication and problem-solving.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Dredge Captain
Callan Marine
Galveston, Texas
01.2018 - Current
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while managing crew duties.
- Coordinated vessel maintenance and repairs with technical teams to ensure operational readiness.
- Monitored weather conditions to adjust course as necessary for safety.
- Supervised safety procedure training programs for new crew members.
- Communicated effectively with port authorities and maritime personnel to enhance operational efficiency.
- Supervised team of employees, maintaining positive and productive positive and productive atmosphere to enhance employee experience.
- Delegated tasks to staff, establishing priorities and goals to streamline workflow.
Tugboat Captain
Martin Marietta
Chattahoochee, Florida
09.1979 - 04.2022
- Led safety meetings to foster workplace safety culture.
- Supervised team to maintain positive, productive atmosphere enhancing employee experience.
- Provided leadership and mentoring to new hires, imparting knowledge of company programs.
- Operated crane and front-end loader to manage materials efficiently on the job site.
Dredge Captain
Bean Dredging
Belle Chasse, Louisiana
04.2005 - 01.2018
- Operated vessels safely in various marine environments.
- Coordinated crew duties, ensuring adherence to safety regulations to maintain operational integrity.
- Conducted navigational planning and route optimization for efficient travel.
- Monitored weather conditions to adjust course for safety.
- Scheduled and oversaw vessel maintenance activities to ensure operational readiness. and repairs with technical teams.
- Supervised training programs for new crew members on safety procedures.
- Developed and implemented emergency response protocols, enhancing crew readiness for potential incidents.
- Communicated effectively with port authorities and other maritime personnel.
Drilling Supervisor
TREVIICOS
Tampa, Florida
03.2004 - 04.2005
- Supervised drilling operations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Supervised and evaluated the performance of drillers and other personnel onsite.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on drilling techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitored equipment performance to prevent downtime during drilling operations.
- Conducted site inspections to assess conditions and operational readiness.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize drilling plans and methods.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Implemented best practices for environmental protection during drilling activities.
- Communicated project updates regularly with upper management.
Assistant Superintendent
Vortex Marine
Oakland, California
04.2002 - 04.2004
- Developed strategic plans for operational efficiency in marine projects.
- Coordinated team efforts to implement safety protocols and training programs.
- Managed communication between departments to streamline project workflows.
- Oversaw resource allocation for various marine construction initiatives.
- Implemented quality control measures for materials used in marine construction projects.
- Drafted reports and documents related to personnel management, budgeting, and other related topics.
- Managed conflicts between staff members or departments by providing clear direction on how to resolve issues efficiently.
- Verified project scope achievement through careful supervision of personnel.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chattahoochee High
Chattahoochee, FL05-1978
Skills
- Vessel operation
- Navigational planning
- Vessel maintenance
- Environmental protection
- Operational analysis
- Operational reporting
- Crew leadership
- Decision-making
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
Timeline
Dredge Captain
Callan Marine
01.2018 - Current
Dredge Captain
Bean Dredging
04.2005 - 01.2018
Drilling Supervisor
TREVIICOS
03.2004 - 04.2005
Assistant Superintendent
Vortex Marine
04.2002 - 04.2004
Tugboat Captain
Martin Marietta
09.1979 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Chattahoochee High