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Jonathan Hall

Norfolk,VA

Summary

Proactive Third Mate with experience as a Second Mate in safety inspections, bridge watchkeeping, and voyage planning. Skilled in risk management, ship handling, and navigational safety, focused on optimizing vessel operations and crew efficiency

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Second Mate

Military Sealift Command
01.2024 - 03.2025
  • Conducted safety inspections and risk assessments for ports and transits, including the Straits of Magellan and Panama Canal.
  • Collaborated with the Captain to develop contingency plans for hazards such as piracy and severe weather.
  • Trained and mentored junior officers, promoting safe navigation practices and professional growth.
  • Maintained navigational charts, publications, and bridge equipment software for operational readiness.
  • Coordinated with engineering to ensure propulsion, power generation, and auxiliary systems were fully operational.

Third Mate

Military Sealift Command
09.2019 - 01.2024
  • Participated in mooring and anchoring operations, ensuring safe and efficient vessel handling in port.
  • Stood bridge watch, monitoring vessel movements and traffic to prevent collisions or grounding.
  • Utilized ECDIS, navigational charts, and publications to plot and adjust vessel courses.
  • Monitored weather, tides, and currents to optimize navigation plans for safety and efficiency.
  • Inspected lifesaving and firefighting equipment to ensure operational readiness.
  • Coordinated communications between bridge, deck, and engineering teams to support safe vessel operations.
  • Assisted in cargo handling, securing shipboard equipment, and verifying adherence to safety protocols.
  • Maintained accurate navigation logs, weather records, and operational reports.
  • Communicated with other vessels and shore facilities using lights, flags, radios, and whistles to ensure safe passage.

Able Bodied Seaman

Miliary Sealift Command
07.2013 - 09.2019
  • Organized and loaded ship storage and cargo using fork trucks and pallet jacks.
  • Secured cargo properly, reducing the risk of damage or loss during transit.
  • Worked alongside cargo team to conduct safe loading and unloading operations.
  • Moored vessels to wharfs with proper use of correct lines.
  • Stood all underway watch stations to include helmsman, lookout, and rover. As the lookout I was vigilant in the detection of potential hazards and as rover I facilitated communications and maintain onboard safety and security.


Education

High School Diploma -

Hugh M. Cummings
Burlington, NC
06.2006

Skills

  • Watchkeeping Procedures
  • GMDSS Communication
  • Voyage Planning
  • Ship Handling
  • Analytical & Problem Solving Skills
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Communication & Leadership
  • Schedule Management
  • Risk management assessments

Certification

  • 2018 GMDSS Radio Operator's License


  • 2020 USCG 3rd Mate Unlimited Oceans


  • 2024 Nautical Institute Dynamic Positioning Induction

Timeline

Second Mate

Military Sealift Command
01.2024 - 03.2025

Third Mate

Military Sealift Command
09.2019 - 01.2024

Able Bodied Seaman

Miliary Sealift Command
07.2013 - 09.2019

High School Diploma -

Hugh M. Cummings

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