JOSPHAT PANJO
Renton,WA
Summary
Dedicated and skilled sailor with a passion for maritime exploration and a commitment to ensuring safe and efficient ship operations. Experienced in navigating diverse waterways and maintaining vessels of various sizes. Proficient in steering, equipment maintenance, and adherence to maritime regulations. Adept at collaborating with a diverse crew to ensure the safety of both personnel and cargo. Possesses a deep understanding of navigation, seamanship, and global maritime practices. Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and a strong work ethic in the dynamic and challenging environment of life at sea. A valuable asset for contributing to successful voyages and facilitating international trade connections.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
JUNIOUR SEAMAN
03.2023 - Current
- Royal Caribbean International, Company City, Company State
- Mooring and Anchoring: Assisting in the process of securing the ship when it docks or anchors.
- Watchkeeping: Standing watch on the deck to look out for other vessels, obstacles, and potential hazards.
- Navigation Assistance: Assisting the navigation team with tasks like chart corrections, maintaining navigational equipment, and monitoring the ship's course.
- Knot Tying and Rope Work: Developing skills in tying various maritime knots and handling ropes.
ABLE SEAMAN
China Construction and Communication Company
Mombasa, Kenya
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Steered ships under direction of commanders and navigating officers and direct helmsmen to steer, following designated courses
- Deck Maintenance: Painting, cleaning, and general maintenance of the ship's deck and superstructure.
- Lifeboat and Life Raft Maintenance: Ensuring that life-saving equipment is in proper working condition.
- General Cleaning: Cleaning living quarters, common areas, and workspaces.
- Fire and Safety Drills: Participating in regular safety drills to ensure readiness in case of emergencies.
- Security Duties: Assisting with security measures and protocols to ensure the safety of the ship and its crew.
IT TECHNICIAN
HATUA LIKONI ORGANISATION
04.2019 - 05.2019
- Troubleshooting of computers and ensuring effective work flow within the organization.
- Data entry and integrity.
ORDINARY SAILOR
Kenya Ports Authority
Mombasa, Kenya
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Tied barges together into tow units for tugboats handled, inspecting barges periodically during voyages and disconnecting them when destinations were reached
- Participated in safety, seamanship and other training to enhance skills
- Used safety equipment to reduce physical hazards.
- Liaised with mates to perform routine maintenance, painting and clean up.
Education
Nautical Science
Technical University of Mombasa
Mombasa, KenyaKenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Moi Forces Academy
Mombasa, Kenya01.2017
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Mt Sinai Academy
Mombasa, Kenya01.2013
Skills
Navigational Skills: Proficiency in basic navigation tasks, such as chart reading, plotting courses, and understanding navigational equipment
Lifeboat and Survival Craft Training: Training in the launching and handling of lifeboats and other survival craft
Rope Work and Knot Tying: Advanced skills in tying various maritime knots and handling ropes
Watchkeeping Experience: Experience standing watches and participating in the safe navigation and operation of the vessel
Crowd Management Training: Training in crowd management and control in emergency situations
Certification
- Advanced fire prevention and fighting courses [certified]
- Medical first aid course [certified]
- Proficiency in survival crafts and rescue boats course [certified]
- Proficiency of security awareness training for seafarers with designated security duties course [certified]
- Proficiency in personal survival techniques courses [certified]
- Proficiency in safety and social responsibility
- Ratings forming part of deck and navigational watch
- These certificates have been issued under the provisions of [STCW 1978] AS AMEND.
LANGUAGES
English: Advanced
Swahili: Native/Advanced
Arabic: Beginner
Certification and Additional Training: Field of Study
- STCW Bandari Maritime Academy 2019
- COMPUTER PACKAGES Coast Computer Training Institution
Timeline
JUNIOUR SEAMAN
03.2023 - Current
ABLE SEAMAN
China Construction and Communication Company
06.2019 - 01.2021
IT TECHNICIAN
HATUA LIKONI ORGANISATION
04.2019 - 05.2019
ORDINARY SAILOR
Kenya Ports Authority
01.2019 - 04.2019
Nautical Science
Technical University of Mombasa
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Moi Forces Academy
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Mt Sinai Academy