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Work History
Education
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Joseph Wattam

Summary

Dynamic Vessel PIC at TOTE Maritime with proven expertise in LNG operations and safety management. Recognized for leading successful transfers to major cruise ships and commercial carriers. Strong communicator and critical thinker, adept at fostering teamwork and maintaining high safety standards. Committed to excellence in every operation while ensuring a secure environment onboard.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Vessel PIC

TOTE Maritime
05.2024 - Current
  • As Vessel PIC on the Clean Everglades I am responsible for all aspects of the operation and maintenance of the liquefied natural gas barge owned by Seaside LNG and operated by TOTE Services.
  • Keeping safety at the forefront of every operation I am proud to say that I have been the person in charge on many successful LNG transfers to the world's newest and largest cruise ships.
  • Icon of the Seas
  • Star of the Seas
  • Utopia of the Seas
  • Disney Treasure
  • Disney Wish
  • MSC World America
  • Sun Princess
  • Silver Ray


In addition to these I have also overseen successful transfers to the following commercial cargo carriers.

  • Isla Bella
  • Perla Del Caribe
  • NYK Sakura Leader
  • NYK Sweet Pea Leader
  • NYK Plumeria Leader
  • SIEM Aristotle
  • SIEM Confucius



Boatswain

Seafarers International Union
12.2009 - 05.2024
  • Contributed to positive morale onboard by organizing recreational activities that fostered camaraderie among shipmates while at sea or in port visits.
  • Exemplified strong leadership skills while serving as watchstander, effectively managing deck crew duties and maintaining a safe environment for all personnel onboard.
  • Implemented security measures throughout the ship, contributing to a secure environment for both crew members and sensitive information.
  • Conducted regular drills to maintain proficiency in firefighting, first aid, man overboard recovery, and abandon ship procedures among the crew.

Education

Fernandina Beach High School
Fernandina Beach, FL

No Degree - Vocational-Technical Education

SHLSS
Piney Point, MD
12-2009

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Computer skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Excellent communication
  • Calm under pressure
  • Customer service
  • Organization and time management
  • Decision-making

Accomplishments

  • Husband to Christa Wattam
  • Father to Owen and Olivia Wattam
  • Operation Deep Freeze 2017 - Resupply mission to Antarctica
  • 5 years onboard Sea-Based X-Band Radar (SBX) Ballistic Missile Defense System.
  • Assistant to the Planning Section Chief for the MC-252 Deepwater Horizon oil spill response / recovery.




Certification

  • USCG Merchant Mariner Credential
  • TWIC
  • Passport (USA)
  • Vessel PIC LG
  • Vessel Security Officer
  • FEMA ICS Training


Timeline

Vessel PIC

TOTE Maritime
05.2024 - Current

Boatswain

Seafarers International Union
12.2009 - 05.2024

Fernandina Beach High School

No Degree - Vocational-Technical Education

SHLSS