Derek Yount
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office
Hockley,TX
1
Certification
35
years of professional experience
Forward-thinking Operations Specialist with 24 years of expertise in maritime industry for oil field businesses looking to bring fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Full expertise in vessel operations from agency nomination to final disposition of vessel at completion including full liner operations, break bulk and tanker services and coordination of up to 30 vessels per month on a 24 hour basis.
Work History
Reserve Deputy Sheriff / Detention Officer
2 Years 10 Months- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Demonstrated excellent crisis management skills during high-pressure situations while maintaining composure under stress.
- Ensured compliance with department policies and procedures through consistent adherence to established guidelines.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Police Officer
5 Years 3 Months- Enhanced community safety by conducting routine patrols on the streets and schools and responding promptly to emergency calls.
- Conducted searches and seizures according to legal guidelines, upholding suspect rights throughout the process consistently.
- Maintained detailed records of incidents, arrests, and investigations for accurate reporting purposes.
- Facilitated traffic control measures during special events for smooth operations and public safety.
- Served as a liaison between law enforcement agencies, ensuring seamless cooperation during joint operations.
Offshore Materials Administrator
4 Years 7 Months- Receives and unloads supplies and equipment and verifies that items received comply with the specifications of the original requisitions
- Maintain store supplies and equipment in storeroom in a neat and logical order
- Maintain knowledge of equipment and terminology pertaining to rig operations
- Ensure all work is carried out safely and efficiently as possible by complying with Seadrill training and safety policies and procedures
- Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Improved employee productivity with effective time management strategies for daily tasks.
- Organized workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.
Offshore Operations Supervisor
4 Years 5 Months- Provide port and husbanding agency services to arriving vessels.
- Charter heavy hauling carriers, barges and supply vessels.
- Coordinate with government officials on U.S. and foreign flag vessels.
- Handle arrival and departure notices with Homeland Security by e-NOA/D, APIS, and EAPIS for helicopter schedules.
- Handle crew and spare logistics.
- Intensive travel to U.S. and foreign ports.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Oversaw logistics coordination for seamless transportation of goods between various departments and locations.
Vessel Operations Specialist
3 Years 4 Months- Manage purchasing of vessel equipment in offshore industry.
- Provide port and husbanding agency services to arriving vessels.
- Charter heavy hauling carriers, barges and supply vessels.
- Coordinate with government officials on U.S. and foreign flag vessels.
- Handle arrival and departure notices with Homeland Security by e-NOA/D and Apis.
- Boosted customer satisfaction, addressing client concerns in a timely and professional manner.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines and budget constraints.
Vessel Operations Specialist
1 Year 3 Months- Principles primarily included liquid petroleum products.
Vessel Operations Specialist
1 Year 9 Months- Specialized in Jo Tankers chemical ships.
- Responsible for 10-16 docks per vessel weekly.
Vessel Operations Specialist
4 Years 2 Months- Provide port and husbanding agency services to arriving vessels.
- Charter heavy hauling carriers, barges and supply vessels.
- Coordinate with government officials on U.S. and foreign flag vessels.
- Handle crew and spare logistics.
- Intensive travel to U.S. and foreign ports.
Vessel Operations Specialist
2 Years 1 Month- Specialized in containerized liner services and break bulk cargo.
Vessel Operations Representative
1 Year 5 Months- Principles primarily included liquid petroleum products.
Vessel Operations Representative
3 Years 4 Months- Principles included liner, break bulk and tanker vessels.
Education
Peace Officer - Law Enforcement
Skills
Physical fitness
Community safety management
Proficient in defensive techniques
Emergency response training
Expertise in firearms handling
Thoroughness in reviewing tasks
File organization and documentation
Strategic decision-making
Cross-functional collaboration
Effective time management
Document management
Keen eye for precision
Services
- Liner services include spares expediting for tight vessel schedules, full U.S. government services, vessel certifications, and inspections, manifest preparations, ordering, and monitoring stevedore labor and providing full statement of facts for operations to the Principle at completion.
- Break bulk services include receiving and posting notices of readiness, scheduling of port facilities, ordering of labor and special equipment, administering to the vessel and crew and providing the Principle with full information regarding vessel activities.
- Tanker services include offshore lightering coordination, cargo loading and discharge, and the coordination of ship spares and crew changes.
- Offshore services include Supply boats, Tug boats, Derrick barges, Jack-up rigs, and Semi-submersible rigs.
Certification
- Peace Officer
- Mental Health Officer
- Crisis Intervention Training
- School Based Law Enforcement Officer
- Detention Officer
- ALERRT Level 1
- Ballistic Shield Training
- Basic Offshore Safety and Emergent Training - 2/2014-9/2018
- Muster Controller 2/2014-9/2018
Timeline
Reserve Deputy Sheriff / Detention Officer
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office
12.2023 - CurrentRead More
Police Officer
Conroe ISD
09.2018 - 12.2023Read More
Offshore Materials Administrator
Seadrill
02.2014 - 09.2018Read More
Offshore Operations Supervisor
Kuehne & Nagel
09.2009 - 02.2014Read More
Vessel Operations Specialist
Bletsch Steamship Company
05.2006 - 09.2009Read More
Vessel Operations Specialist
Gulf Harbor
02.2005 - 05.2006Read More
Vessel Operations Specialist
OBC, Shipping
05.2003 - 02.2005Read More
Vessel Operations Specialist
Independent Contractor
03.1999 - 05.2003Read More
Vessel Operations Specialist
Trans American Steamship Agency
02.1997 - 03.1999Read More
Vessel Operations Representative
Paige Maritime Agency
08.1995 - 01.1997Read More
Vessel Operations Representative
Oceans International Corp
04.1992 - 08.1995Read More
University of Houston
Peace Officer from Law Enforcement
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