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Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Accomplishments
Certification
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Eric Fortin

Pompano Beach,Fl

Summary

Dynamic maritime professional with extensive experience at Matson, excelling in vessel management and strategic planning. Proven leadership in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering team collaboration. Adept at regulatory compliance and problem-solving, ensuring safety and accountability in all maritime operations. Recognized for exceptional communication skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Master

Matson
Oakland, CA
09.2018 - Current
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional vessel management.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Managed the vessel's crew payroll, management systems, training, and all regulatory requirements.
  • Managed Department. Heads, Maintenance plans, Cargo and stability calculations, vessel operating systems, and environmental plans.

Chief Officer

Matson
Oakland, CA
09.2017 - 11.2021
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements and developed action plans accordingly.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure productive vessel operations.
  • Directed the day-to-day activities of the Deck Department.
  • Created and maintained a positive work environment that fosters collaboration among employees.
  • Provided guidance and oversight on all operational matters within the company.
  • Maintained close relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms.

Chief Officer

Pasha Hawaii
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Similar responsibilities as executed with Matson Navigation

Maritime Recruiter

Flagship Management Inc.
Pompano Beach, Fl
01.2017 - 03.2017
  • Advised management on staffing needs and strategies for improving diversity initiatives.
  • Identified best practices for recruiting process improvement.
  • Actively placed most qualified candidates with contracted employers.

Master

Pasha Hawaii
11.2015 - 11.2015
  • Comparable responsibilities as executed with Matson Navigation.

Chief Officer

Horizon Lines
01.2008 - 01.2015
  • similar responsibilities outlined above

Chief Officer

Waterman Steamship Company
01.2005 - 01.2008
  • Similar responsibilities as described above.

Chief Officer

Matson
01.2001 - 01.2005
  • Chief Officer of a bulk carrier facilitating mercy aid for the World Food Program with multiple voyages to North Korea.

Junior Officer

Masters, Mates, and Pilots
01.1991 - 01.2001
  • Served as Junior Deck Officer on various labor union contracted companies aboard car carriers, tank vessels, container vessels, bulk carriers, and towing vessels

Master

Midnight Gambler Casino Cruise Line LLC.
Pompano Beach, Fl
01.1995 - 12.1995
  • Executed routine maintenance and repairs to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Conducted daily tasks with precision and speed.
  • Managed conversion and modification of passenger vessels for near-coastal gambling operations.
  • Oversaw crew management, safety training, and logistics for passenger vessels.

Education

Various training - Applicable MNC course requirements for Chief Mate and Master

Maritime Institute of Technology And Graduate Studies
Baltimore, MD
01.2024

B.S. - Marine Transportation

Massachusetts Maritime Academy
Buzzards Bay, MA
06.1991

Skills

  • Maritime operations management
  • Seagoing leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and resourcefulness
  • Problem-solving expertise
  • Personal accountability
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Vessel management
  • Payroll administration
  • Team leadership
  • Safety management
  • Team building
  • Leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Training development

Affiliations

  • A lifetime of recreational boating, fishing, and scuba diving with a passion for the ocean, its inhabitants and securing the future of our oceans and the natural world.

Languages

Spanish
Limited

Accomplishments

  • in command of a vessel saving the life of a man adrift at the entrance to San Francisco Bay.

Certification

  • USCG Unlimited tonnage Master of Power Driven vessels upon Oceans
  • USCG First Class pilotage for San Pedro Bay, Los Angeles and Long Beach Harbors

Timeline

Master

Matson
09.2018 - Current

Chief Officer

Matson
09.2017 - 11.2021

Maritime Recruiter

Flagship Management Inc.
01.2017 - 03.2017

Master

Pasha Hawaii
11.2015 - 11.2015

Chief Officer

Pasha Hawaii
01.2015 - 01.2018

Chief Officer

Horizon Lines
01.2008 - 01.2015

Chief Officer

Waterman Steamship Company
01.2005 - 01.2008

Chief Officer

Matson
01.2001 - 01.2005

Master

Midnight Gambler Casino Cruise Line LLC.
01.1995 - 12.1995

Junior Officer

Masters, Mates, and Pilots
01.1991 - 01.2001

Various training - Applicable MNC course requirements for Chief Mate and Master

Maritime Institute of Technology And Graduate Studies

B.S. - Marine Transportation

Massachusetts Maritime Academy
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