SRDAN RAHELIC
RIJEKA,CROATIA
Summary
Dynamic marine engineer with extensive experience at Royal Caribbean Group, excelling in engine performance optimization and safety compliance. Proven ability in repair management and emergency response preparedness, ensuring efficient operations and regulatory adherence. A proactive leader, skilled in fostering teamwork and enhancing safety protocols, driving continuous improvement in shipboard systems.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Engineer
Royal Caribbean Group
12.2024 - Current
- Supervised junior engineering staff in their daily duties.
- Monitored engine performance to ensure efficient operation and compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained complete records of engineering department activities.
- Updated daily logs and submitted timely reports of team activities and materials usage.
- Complied with all applicable regulations, including port requirements and U.S. Coast Guard standards.
- Monitored levels of oil, fuel and lubrication available prior to voyage commencement to ensure adequate available quantities.
- Managed maintenance of propulsion, service and domestic systems.
- Surveyed systems, troubleshot faults and implemented corrective actions.
- Maintained records of all repairs and maintenance activities undertaken aboard the vessel.
- Planned regular maintenance schedules for various equipment components in order to minimize downtime.
- Monitored inventory levels in order to anticipate future needs and prevent shortages.
- Coordinated with the engineering team to identify required spare parts for new products.
- Ensured that all spare parts were available when needed for repairs or replacements.
3rd Engineer
Royal Caribbean International
09.2016 - 12.2024
- Increased safety awareness by conducting regular training sessions and consistently enforcing safety protocols.
- Provided hands-on assistance during firefighting activities when necessary, prioritizing crew safety above all else.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by properly managing waste disposal systems on board the ship.
- Maintained accurate logs of machinery performance data for analysis and informed decision-making purposes.
- EOW officer on watch in charge of the main propulsion plant of the ship, and of the associated auxiliaries.
- Supported senior engineers in upgrading existing systems on the vessel, enhancing overall efficiency and reliability.
- Drafted assemblies, models, and other technical drawings.
- Collaborated with chief engineer on major overhauls, upgrades, and conversions for increased vessel functionality.
- Maintained accurate records of machinery operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and facilitating future maintenance activities.
- Maintained clean, organized and safe engine rooms always ready for team and USCG inspections.
- Oversaw scheduled and corrective maintenance of machinery, main engines and ships systems.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Engine Cadet
Royal Caribbean International
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Attended meetings with senior officers regarding safety regulations and procedures onboard vessels.
- Responded promptly to alarms indicating potential malfunctions or breakdowns in machinery.
- Carried out daily rounds to check on the condition of the engine room systems and components.
- Performed minor repairs on deck equipment such as winches and cranes.
- Assisted with cleaning tanks, bilges and decks as part of regular maintenance schedules.
- Assisted in monitoring the performance of main propulsion engines during sea trials.
- Provided support in identifying solutions for complex engineering problems.
- Assisted senior engineers in testing, troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems.
- Attended project meetings with the engineering team to discuss progress and design issues.
Education
Associate of Science - Marine Engineering
Faculty of Maritime Studies Rijeka
Rijeka, Croatia07.2024
GED -
Maritime School
Bakar, Croatia07-2014
High School Diploma -
School for tourism industry and management
Opatija, Croatia07-2005
Skills
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Tourism Management
Fuel systems
Firefighting
Safety optimization
Repair management
Engine repair
Parts Replacement
Problem-Solving
Firefighting equipment handling
Boiler operation and maintenance
Power generation systems
Emergency Response Preparedness
Water treatment
Environmental Compliance
Equipment Repair
Continuous Improvement
Preventive Maintenance Planning
Shipboard Safety Protocols
Technical documentation understanding
Hydraulic Systems Knowledge
Marine Engineering Expertise
Maritime Regulations Compliance
Diesel Engine Maintenance
- Propulsion system management
- Propulsion system repair
Additional Information
Father of two children and a loving husband. In free time I like to do sports, mountain hiking and fishing. My hobbies are guitar playing and gaming.
Certification
STCW certificates III/2, III/1, VI/1, VI/2-1, VI/3, VI/4-1, A-II/1, A-II/2, A-III/1, A-III/2, A-III/3, A-III/6 - STCW world wide maritime organization-international convention
ERM-engine resource management certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
2nd Engineer
Royal Caribbean Group
12.2024 - Current
3rd Engineer
Royal Caribbean International
09.2016 - 12.2024
Engine Cadet
Royal Caribbean International
01.2015 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Marine Engineering
Faculty of Maritime Studies Rijeka
GED -
Maritime School
High School Diploma -
School for tourism industry and management
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