Ryan Luchsinger
CHARLESTON,SC
Summary
Dynamic maritime professional with extensive experience as a Deck Officer. Expert in voyage planning and ship handling, proven leadership skills foster teamwork and enhance safety during critical operations. Committed to improvement, and professional development in an ever changing industry.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Mate
International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots
03.2021 - Current
- Served aboard Training Ships, Research Vessels, tankers, and General Cargo Ships, with over 600 days of sea time. Service letters are available upon inquiry.
- Reduced fuel consumption through careful route optimization and efficient speed management.
- Collaborated with the Captain to develop comprehensive contingency plans for potential hazards such as piracy or severe weather events.
- Streamlined communication between bridge team members for improved decision-making during critical operations.
- Recently upgraded from Applicant to B-book Union Member.
Instructor
SUNY Maritime College
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Held Celestial Navigation classes and lead practical exercises.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations.
- Boosted student moral and performances by providing unique classroom experience.
Able Bodied Seaman
Dann Marine Towing
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness required for demanding shipboard duties including heavy lifting, mooring operations, making/breaking tows.
- Adhered strictly to established safety protocols while performing all tasks onboard.
- Assisted with tankerman duties while loading liquid asphalt, and cement.
- Assisted in navigation tasks, contributing to the efficient operation of the ship''s journey.
Deck Mate
Osprey Fishing Tours
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Assisted paying customers with baiting hooks and catching fish.
- Assisted deck boss with vessel cleanliness.
- Kept charter parties safe from vessel related hazards.
- Emergency responses when required
Boat Captain
Atlantis Marine World Aquarium
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Identified potential hazards quickly, addressing them proactively to prevent accidents or damage to the vessel.
- Navigated narrow waterways skillfully, ensuring safe and efficient transit of passengers and cargo.
- Improved crew morale with effective leadership techniques that fostered teamwork while addressing individual needs or concerns promptly.
- Conducted informative tours for passengers, sharing knowledge about local history, wildlife, and points of interest.
Third Officer
US Navy's Military Sealift Command
01.2014 - 05.2019
- Navigation of the vessel at sea and security.
- Lead watch teams while underway and in port
- Assisted Commanding Officer with bridge operations during underway replenishments,
- Inventoried Chemical Biological Radiological Defense equipment and conducted shipboard CBRD drills.
- Assisted First Officer with miscellaneous emergency response training, including fire, abandon ship, man-overboard, security related scenarios, including pirates, counterterrorism, stowaways, and rogue crew members.
Education
Master of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
SUNY Maritime
The Bronx, NY04-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Marine Transportation
SUNY Maritime College
The Bronx, NY04-2013
Bachelor of Science - Marine Environmental Science
SUNY Maritime College
The Bronx, NY08-2012
Skills
- Ship Handling
- Vessel Management
- Stability
- Navigation
- Watchkeeping Procedures
- GMDSS communication
- Voyage planning
- Supply Chain Management
- Fleet Management
- Medical Persons In Charge
Affiliations
- Maritime Institute of Graduate Studies
- International Organization of Masters Mates and Pilots
- SUNY Maritime College
Certification
- Licensed Second Mate of Unlimited Tonnage - Reference 2919453
- Radio Operators License - FCC Registration Number 0021692363
- Medical Person In Charge - Issued by the Maritime Institute of Advanced Graduate Studies (MITAGS)
Timeline
Instructor
SUNY Maritime College
04.2021 - 06.2021
Second Mate
International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots
03.2021 - Current
Able Bodied Seaman
Dann Marine Towing
01.2020 - 10.2020
Deck Mate
Osprey Fishing Tours
06.2019 - 09.2019
Boat Captain
Atlantis Marine World Aquarium
05.2019 - 09.2019
Third Officer
US Navy's Military Sealift Command
01.2014 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
SUNY Maritime
Bachelor of Arts - Marine Transportation
SUNY Maritime College
Bachelor of Science - Marine Environmental Science
SUNY Maritime College
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