Donald Lane
Huffman
Summary
Adept at high water navigation and enhancing team morale, my tenure at Kirby Inland Marine and SGS Petroleum Service underscored my ability to implement risk management and maintain safety protocols. Specializing in marine navigation and personnel training, I've significantly contributed to operational efficiency and crew development, showcasing a results-driven approach to marine and cargo management. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Relief Captain
Kirby Inland Marine
06.2011 - Current
- Implemented risk management procedures to minimize potential hazards during voyages.
- Strengthened team morale through consistent recognition of accomplishments of individual crew members.
- Help train and prepare people that are looking to advance in their career.
- Towed and maneuvered vessels in harbors and in high river conditions, communicating movements to passing vessels.
Tankerman/Shift Supervisor
SGS Petroleum Service
02.2006 - 05.2011
- Maintained accurate records of cargo transfers, contributing to smooth administrative processes.
- Maintained workplace safety by enforcing strict adherence to company policies and industry regulations.
- Upheld company, port and USCG requirements to maintain optimal operations.
- Completed frequent inspections, identified concerns and corrected problems independently.
- Performed or participated in emergency drills as required.
- Load and discharge various DL barges
Barge Captain
SGS/ NRC
04.2010 - 12.2010
- Coordinate with BP and NRC representatives for spill response.
- Manage barge crew for offloading skimmer boats.
- Plan and coordinate decon operations
- Oversee shipyard cleaning and repairs of response vessels.
- Demonstrated exceptional decision-making abilities during high-pressure situations.
Education
GED -
Hargrave High School
Huffman, TXNo Degree - Maritime Studies
San Jacinto Maritime
Pasadena, TX2012
Skills
- High water navigation
- Boat Handling
- Route Planning
- Marine Safety
- Emergency Management
- Crisis Response
- Personnel Training
- Team Management
- Vessel navigation
- Crew Supervision
- Cargo Loading
Timeline
Relief Captain
Kirby Inland Marine
06.2011 - Current
Barge Captain
SGS/ NRC
04.2010 - 12.2010
Tankerman/Shift Supervisor
SGS Petroleum Service
02.2006 - 05.2011
GED -
Hargrave High School
No Degree - Maritime Studies
San Jacinto Maritime