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Keith Deters

Red Rock,AZ

Summary

A seasoned leader in maritime operations, I excelled at Hornbeck Offshore as a Captain, where I spearheaded voyage planning and fuel efficiency initiatives, reducing costs significantly. My expertise in navigation and emergency response, combined with exceptional problem-solving and leadership skills, ensured safe and efficient vessel operations. I'm adept at steering teams towards excellence in compliance with international maritime laws.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Retired

Unemployed
10.2019 - Current

Captain- U.S. Merchant Marine

Hornbeck Offshore Services
10.2012 - 07.2019
  • Contributed to environmental sustainability efforts by implementing waste management practices
  • Enhanced vessel safety by conducting routine inspections and maintenance tasks.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports detailing voyage activities which facilitated informed decision-making among senior officers.
  • Conducted safety training sessions for new crew members to foster a secure working environment onboard the vessel.
  • Operated vessel during docking procedures, coordinating with shore-based teams for timely arrival and departure at port locations.
  • Coordinated cargo operations, ensuring proper loading, unloading, and securing of goods on board.

First Officer/ Relief Captain

Multiple Offshore Companies
05.1997 - 07.2019
  • Assisted in navigation and voyage planning for efficient route selection and fuel consumption.
  • Collaborated with the ship''s crew to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and orderliness on board the vessel.
  • Managed cargo operations, ensuring proper loading, unloading, and securing of goods on board.
  • Provided support during docking procedures, coordinating with shore-based teams for timely arrival and departure at port locations.

Education

Associate Of Applied Science - Maritime Studies

Great Lakes Maritime Academy
Traverse City, MI
05.1996

Skills

  • Cargo Operations
  • Voyage Planning
  • Ship Handling
  • Ballast Water Management
  • Stability
  • Navigation proficiency
  • Firefighting Techniques
  • Logbook recordkeeping
  • Maritime Customs Compliance
  • Emergency response management
  • Pollution Prevention Measures
  • Maritime Safety Regulations
  • Crew Management Abilities
  • Shipboard Security
  • Weather forecasting
  • International Maritime Laws
  • Anchoring Procedures
  • Seamanship Expertise
  • Vessel navigation
  • Pollution Prevention
  • International Regulations
  • Radar operation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Decision-Making
  • Self Motivation
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Professionalism
  • Emergency Response
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Timeline

Retired

Unemployed
10.2019 - Current

Captain- U.S. Merchant Marine

Hornbeck Offshore Services
10.2012 - 07.2019

First Officer/ Relief Captain

Multiple Offshore Companies
05.1997 - 07.2019

Associate Of Applied Science - Maritime Studies

Great Lakes Maritime Academy
Keith Deters