Nicole Owens

Maintained accurate navigational charts, voyage plans, log books and records of ship's operations. Reported to appropriate authorities any violations of Federal or State pilotage laws. Calculated sightings of land using electronic sounding devices and following contour lines on charts. Steered and operated vessels using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, buoys, and light houses. Maintained records of daily activities, personnel reports, ship positions, and movements, ports of call, weather and sea conditions and cargo and passenger status. Performed routine inspections on ship equipment and machinery to ensure proper working condition.

• Handled lines to moor vessels to wharfs, tie up vessels to other vessels and rig towing lines.
• Addressed guest needs, questions, or concerns to create optimum experience onboard.
• Coordinated with Captain and interior team to develop daily guest activity objectives and weekly itineraries.

• Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies. Followed safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents. Communicated clearly, concisely and politely with passengers and crew members. Assisted deck officers with communications and safety procedures. Measured catches and released fish that failed to meet jurisdiction's or captain's size requirements. Operated machinery to hoist captured fish onto boats. Sorted and cleaned fish and stored in refrigerated or ice-filled holds to prevent spoilage. Leveraged nets of various sizes, fishing lines and traps to catch fish.
• Laid and transferred rigging, safely handled lines, and checked tow
• Assisted with navigation and watch tasks as look-out.
• Inspected and tested safety equipment and emergency response systems.
• Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies.
• Evaluated vessels prior to departure, documented concerns and coordinated timely repairs.
• Kept shipboard firefighting and lifesaving equipment properly maintained for use in emergency situations.
• Moored vessels to wharfs with proper use of correct lines.
• Assisted with maintenance of fuel systems and associated components.
• Guided groups of up to 149 passengers on scheduled charters

• Conducted emergency drills aboard ship to prepare crew members for any potential situation for any accident or incident. Maintenance and repair of all vessel logs including engine logs, voyage reports, and crew lists. Gauged to verify sufficient levels of hydraulic fluid, air pressure, and oxygen. Steered and operated vessels using radio, depth finders, radars, lights, buoys, and light houses. Docked and undocked vessels sometimes maneuvering through narrow spaces such as locks. Maintained boats' equipment onboard such as engines, winches, navigational systems, fire extinguishers, EPIRBS, and life preservers. Monitored engine room equipment performance levels and temperature checks in order to identify any discrepancies or malfunctions. Supervised daily activities of deck hands ensuring all tasks completed efficiently and properly. Maintained ongoing communication with vessel captain to ensure safe passage.
• Handled lines to moor vessels to wharfs, tie up vessels to other vessels and rig towing lines.
• Coordinated with Captain and interior team to develop daily guest activity objectives and daily itineraries.
• Completed regular vessel inspections to identify deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
• Maintained timetables by monitoring and managing loading and discharging of cargo and passengers and arranging for boat to be fueled, restocked with supplies and repaired.
• Maintained vessel's bow thruster for stability and safety, ease of function for docking
• Docked and undocked vessel using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, lighthouses and buoys to make safe and accurate operational decisions.
• Consulted various maps, charts, weather reports, and navigation equipment to determine and direct boat movements.

• Established business. Created, developed, and maintained business website. Managed reservations and custom charters. Sunset cruises, snorkeling, island hopping, scenic river cruises and custom made trips as well as burials at sea.
• Managed day-to-day business operations.
• Assessed course and weather to assist with managing passenger safety.
• Prioritized safety procedures when operating vessels, controlling speed, berthing and unberthing, giving optimal protection to crew and equipment.
• Applied thorough navigation knowledge to determine geographical location and speed with or without assistive devices.
• Set ships' courses to avoid reefs, outlying shoals or other hazards using lighthouses or buoys.
• Researched and evaluated natural phenomena to minimize issues regarding tides, currents, winds and weather events.