Mark Stinziano
Hewitt,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Maritime Professional with 20+ years experience dealing with Containerized, Break Bulk, and Ro/Ro cargoes. Prioritizes safety above all and combines over 10+ years as a land based firefighter to always find new and innovative ways to deal with emergencies afloat or ashore. Was awarded the Maersk Lines Ltd. Safety Mariner of the Year award in 2017 for innovative thinking in crew safety training. Excellent team building and problem solving skills and will always see the issue at hand from all sides and aspects. Strives to never stop learning something new about the task at hand.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineer - Interior Fireman
Upper Greenwood Lake Volunteer Fire Company #5
09.2009 - Current
- Interior Fireman and SCBA Qualifed.
- Qualified Driver/Operator of Company's Engine, Tanker, and Rescue Apparatus.
- Supported junior members through mentorship, offering guidance on complex problem-solving and technical skills development.
Master - Chief Officer - Jr Officer
Master Mates & Pilots (Union)
12.2000 - Current
- Member in Good Standing with Masters Mates & Pilots.
- Worked various Container, Ro/Ro, and research vessels in all officer ratings.
- 2024 Involved with Contract Negotiating Committee for Columbia University COntract
- 2007 Involved with Shipping Rules Committee to oversee changes to Union Procedures.
Chief Officer - RV Marcus G Lagnesth
Columbia University
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Oversaw and ensured compliance with Local, Federal, and International Maritime requirements.
- Ensured proper safe handling and securing of scientific equipment.
- Created and oversaw Maintenance and Repair Plans for the vessel.
- Mentored Jr Officers and ensured crew received quality safety and lifesaving training.
- Worked to enhance company Safety Management System.
Chief Officer - M/V Green Lake
Waterman/Seacore
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Oversaw safe loading, inspection, and discharge of rolling stock such as cars, trucks, and heavy machinery.
- In charge of maintaining a safe vessel stability at all times.
- Ensured compliance with Local, Federal, and International Maritime regulations.
- Ensured crew safety training met or exceeded company requirements.
- Fostered better understanding of EV related fires onboard the vessel.
- Created and oversaw maintenance and repair programs for the vessel.
Master & Chief Officer - Multiple Vessels
Maersk Lines Ltd
04.2011 - 08.2022
- Overall in charge and In Command of multiple container Vessels.
- Oversaw planning of cargo loads to meet Federal and International Safety Requirements.
- Oversaw various repairs to ships structure and systems during vessel yard periods..
- Pre Load Inspections of OOG and Break Bulk Loads to vessel to ensure proper lashing.
- Coordinated load plan changed with yard to ensure minimal impact of loading time.
- Involved in conducting internal/external audits and developing Continuous Improvement Plans to rectify shortcomings.
- Oversaw ordering of consumables to ensure proper management of budgets.
- Developed and carried out crew training programs that meet or exceeded company requirements.
- Assisted in writing company security plan for vessels operation Red Sea, Indian Ocean, and Persian Gulf.
- 2017 Received Safety Mariner of the Year Award.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fire Fighter 1
Passiac County Fire Academy
Wayne, NJ03.2010
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
SUNY Maritime College
Throggs Neck, NY08.2000
Skills
Safety Management
Relationship Management
Policy Development
Crisis Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Multitasking
Team Leadership
Effective Communication
Adaptability
Quality Assurance
Audit reporting
Accomplishments
- 2017 Safety Mariner of the year.
- Using my background in land based firefighting, created new techniques for container firefighting.
- Helped develop Company Safety Plan for Vessels Operating in the Indian Ocean, Persian Gulf, and Red Sea areas.
- In over 20+ years of sailing, only had 1 Loss Time Accident of a crew member under my supervision/command.
- While sailing as Master/Chief Officer, no cargo claims we levied against the vessel due to improper stowage or securing.
- Fostered better onboard working environments through cooperation between vessel departments.
Certification
- Master Unlimited Tonnage any Oceans
- Valid TWIC
- NJ FF1
- CEVO - Operator of Emergency Vehicles
- CPR/AED Certification
- Hazmat 1
- SCBA Qualified
- First Aid Certification
Woodworking
Woodworking lets me focus on the minute details of the material I am using to create beautiful pieces of aft. It lets me make personalized gifts for friends and family that truly come form the heart. From simple cutting boards to 4x8 Dining room tables, each project gives me a chance to learn and grow.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chief Officer - RV Marcus G Lagnesth
Columbia University
09.2023 - 08.2024
Chief Officer - M/V Green Lake
Waterman/Seacore
11.2022 - 03.2023
Master & Chief Officer - Multiple Vessels
Maersk Lines Ltd
04.2011 - 08.2022
Engineer - Interior Fireman
Upper Greenwood Lake Volunteer Fire Company #5
09.2009 - Current
Master - Chief Officer - Jr Officer
Master Mates & Pilots (Union)
12.2000 - Current
- Master Unlimited Tonnage any Oceans
- Valid TWIC
- NJ FF1
- CEVO - Operator of Emergency Vehicles
- CPR/AED Certification
- Hazmat 1
- SCBA Qualified
- First Aid Certification
Associate of Arts - Fire Fighter 1
Passiac County Fire Academy
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
SUNY Maritime College
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