Francis Kingson Kwofie
Obuasi Ashanti Region,Ghana
Summary
Objective is to obtain a Able Bodied Seaman position at a company where skills are valued and can benefit the organization through extensive maritime experience. Am a hard working individual looking for a challenging position where can showcase skills and contribute to the growth of the organization.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Bosun
Mercy Ships
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Operate deck machinery, such as winches and cranes.
- Oversee and coordinate deck crew activities.
- Ensure safety of crew and vessel.
- Perform navigational duties.
- Carry out watch duties.
- Maintain and repair ship's hull, rigging and deck equipment.
- Provided professional services and support in dynamic work environment.
Able Bodied Seaman
Mercy Ships Medical Ship
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Planned and executed daily tasks for maintaining vessel and its critical equipment
- Accelerated training of less experienced mariners in regards to deck operations and best practices aboard vessel
- Delivered hard work on daily basis with strong understanding of company's Safety Management System
- Inspected and tested fire fighting and lifesaving equipment stored on vessels.
- Assisted vessel leadership in developing drills and procedures for on-board emergencies and implementing training procedures for crew members.
- Complied with uniform regulations and standards of conduct established company.
- Completed routine cleaning and sanitization of vessel and equipment.
- Trained sailors in proper use of equipment, improving crew efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained deck department stores and equipment on vessel.
- Manned small boats and winches and performed minor repairs and maintenance work to keep vessels in service.
- Cleaned lifesaving equipment to keep it in active service and ready for emergency and crisis situations.
- Stand watch as helmsman and lookout.
Deckhand
Mercy Ships Medical Ship
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Developed high skill set for daily duties aboard vessel including; maintenance, sanitary, and marlin-spike seamanship
- Assisted with navigation and tasks as look-out.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents.
- Operated and maintained deck machinery, including winches and cranes.
- Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies.
- Repaired, maintained and cleaned square feet of decking.
- Assisted with launching and retrieving tenders and other watercrafts.
- Communicated clearly, concisely and politely with passengers and crew members.
- Assisted deck officers with communications and safety procedures.
- Operated specialized equipment, including winches, cranes during ship operations.
- Worked alongside cargo team to conduct safe loading and unloading operations.
- Completed shipboard or shore patrols based on current needs, orders, or objectives.
- Kept shipboard firefighting and lifesaving equipment properly maintained for use in emergency situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edinaman Senior High School
Ghana06.2007
Skills
- Able Seafarer Deck II/5
- Navigational Watch II/4
- OPITO (BOSIET) With (EBS)
- STCW compliant
- Basic Fire Fighting
- Crisis Management and Human Behavior
- Crowd Management
- Security Awareness
- Basic Safety Training
- Lifeboatmen
- Medical First Aid
- OGUK Offshore Medical
- Crane Operation
- First Aid/CPR
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
- Cultural Awareness
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Assistant Bosun
Mercy Ships
06.2023 - 11.2023
Able Bodied Seaman
Mercy Ships Medical Ship
06.2022 - 04.2023
Deckhand
Mercy Ships Medical Ship
06.2019 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Edinaman Senior High School
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