Jessina Anela Kuuipo Kealani Maunakea Fernandez
Waianae,Hawaii
Summary
Maritime operations and cultural education professional with Master 100T certification, vessel safety experience, and strong customer service skills. Supports safe voyages through watchkeeping, mooring, emergency readiness, and careful inventory and record control. Brings practical problem-solving, teamwork, and curriculum development aligned with sustainability and cultural restoration.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchant Marine AB
SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION
Hon Hi
06.2017 - Current
- Completed apprentice training across deck, engine, and steward departments through classroom instruction and shipboard practice.
- Helped with deck operations, including marlinespike seamanship, cargo handling, watch standing, routine maintenance, and shipboard safety task.
- Supported engine crews through diesel and steam plant familiarization and care of tools and equipment.
- Supported engine crews with diesel and steam plant familiarization, along with care of tools and equipment.
- Helped load and unload cargo, organize stowage, and maintain vessel balance within weight limits.
- Monitored engine room activity and reported machinery performance to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Adjusted work methods for hazardous weather conditions during voyages to support safe operations.
- Lowered and crewed lifeboats during emergencies.
- Chipped and cleaned rust from decks, superstructures, and ship sides while maintaining vessel readiness.
- Ensured safe navigation by keeping watch from bow areas or bridge wings for potential obstructions.
- Assisted in lowering and manning lifeboats during emergencies to facilitate safe evacuation.
- Coordinated dispatcher communications across field crews and service requests.
- Monitored call logs, radio traffic, and schedule changes for dispatch accuracy.
- Managed resource assignment based on urgency, geographic location, and resource availability.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork, updating databases, and preparing documents for management review.
- Coordinated with other dispatchers to support efficient delivery schedules.
- Worked closely with transportation supervisor to dispatch and assign loads.
- Used software systems to support movement planning and scheduling.
- Relayed work orders and information between work crews, supervisors, and field personnel.
- Followed safety regulations and company policies.
Master/Mate/Cultural Practitioner
KAMOAULI
Hon HI
12.2018 - Current
- Obtained Master 100T certification to enhance professional qualifications.
- Developed curriculum integrating guest needs with environmental sustainability and cultural restoration through oli wahi pana, ku‘i kalo, kuku kapa, ulana lauhala, lei making, hula, and related activities.
- Monitored safety gear and followed onboard safety procedures during Kamoauli voyages.
- Handled mooring lines and docking support during Kamoauli harbor arrivals.
- Reduced costs by creating practical solutions for operational problems.
- Supported colleagues with guidance that strengthened collaboration across the team.
- Engaged customers in meaningful conversations, leveraging strong interpersonal skills to enhance their experience.
- Worked closely with team members to meet project goals and deadlines.
- Assisted with customer requests and answering questions to improve satisfaction.
- Delivered attentive service during in-person and phone interactions.
- Identified customer needs quickly and efficiently.
- Organized and prioritized tasks to meet service goals.
- Resolved customer problems with knowledgeable, friendly service that supported satisfaction.
- Updated databases with current information and maintained accurate records.
- Partnered with diverse coworkers to meet goals and address product and service issues.
Substitute Teacher
STATE OF HAWAII DEPT OF EDUCATION
Waianae, HI
01.2008 - Current
- Supported lesson-plan delivery by assigning classwork and homework.
- Maintained classroom order and discipline to foster a responsible learning environment.
- Completed daily reports at end of day to share important updates from day’s events with teacher and school administration.
- Monitored classroom environment to ensure safety and enhance productivity.
- Assessed student comprehension through targeted questioning and feedback. through informal and formal assessment methods.
- Followed school policies and supported respectful learning environments.
- Promoted positive student behavior with effective communication techniques.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at a consistent level.
Education
MMC Certifications -
SEAFARERS HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP
Piney Point, MD01-2022
Certified Substitute Teacher -
STATE OF HAWAII DEPT OF EDUCATION
Waianae, HI01-2022
Associates - Liberal Arts
WINDWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Kaneohe, HI01-2018
Certified - Phlebotomy
LEEWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Pearl City, HI01-2008
Skills
- Navigation and watchkeeping
- Vessel safety protocols
- Emergency management
- Firefighting procedures
- Deck management
- Cargo management
- Mooring techniques
- Situational monitoring
- Maritime communication
- Detail orientation
- Deck machinery operation
- Gangway watchkeeping
- Vessel maintenance
- Steering control systems
- First aid administration
- Emergency response management
- Anchoring procedures
- Port operations coordination
- Pollution prevention measures
- Lifeboat launching
- Cargo operations
- Crew management
- Shipboard security
- Hazardous materials handling
- STCW training
- Watchkeeping procedures
- Maritime security
- Radar operation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Maritime safety and inspection
- Onboard firefighting and rigging skills
- Reliability and troubleshooting skills
- Machinery inspection and seafaring equipment knowledge
- Maritime safety
- Vessel inspection
- Onboard firefighting
- Rigging
- Reliability
- Troubleshooting skills
- Machinery inspection
- Seafaring Equipment Knowledge
- Vessel mooring
- Problem-solving abilities
- Emergency response
- Inventory control
- Cargo handling
- Deck operations
- Vessel safety
- Mooring operations
- Maritime communications
- Route coordination
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Situational awareness
- Problem solving
- Clear communication
Timeline
Master/Mate/Cultural Practitioner
KAMOAULI
12.2018 - Current
Merchant Marine AB
SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION
06.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher
STATE OF HAWAII DEPT OF EDUCATION
01.2008 - Current
MMC Certifications -
SEAFARERS HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP
Certified Substitute Teacher -
STATE OF HAWAII DEPT OF EDUCATION
Associates - Liberal Arts
WINDWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Certified - Phlebotomy
LEEWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE