Thomas Pace

• Operated vessels navigating complex waterways, ensuring safe and efficient transit for cargo and passengers.
• Collaborated with port authorities to optimize vessel schedules and improve operational efficiency.
• Enhanced safety protocols by conducting thorough pre- and post-voyage inspections of navigation equipment.
• Mentored junior pilots, providing guidance on navigation techniques and regulatory compliance.
• Analyzed weather patterns to determine best transit options, minimizing delays and avoiding weather delays.
• Implemented best practices in crew resource management to enhance teamwork during critical operations.
• Advanced ship handling utilizing ships equipment and harbor tugs.
• Developed training materials for new pilots, fostering knowledge transfer and skill development within the team.
• Served as liaison between vessel operators and shore-based personnel, facilitating effective communication and coordination.

• SS. Tonsina: 64,300gt Crude carrier. 1994-1996.
• SS. Bridgeton: 199,430gt Crude carrier. 1996-1997.
• SS. Denali: 94.600gt Crude carrier. 1996.
• SS. Prince William Sound: 64,300gt Crude carrier.
• Day to day management of all departments. Supervised and submitted stability reports, cargo load and discharge plans, 24/7 3 watch navigation schedules, daily weather observations and reporting, weather routing, crew management and payroll, compliance with national and international rules and regulations, and national and international voyage plan routing. Advance ship handling deep sea routes and pilotage waters.

• SS. Golden Gate: 34,000gt product carrier. 1991-1994
• Supervised vessel operations ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maritime laws.
• Coordinated navigation and positioning of 4-8 navigation watch to optimize routes using terrestrial, celestial, and electronic navigation.
• Managed crew performance, providing training and mentorship to enhance operational efficiency.
• Conducted regular inspections of equipment and systems, identifying maintenance needs to prevent downtime.
• Collaborated with port authorities to streamline cargo handling processes of dangerous tank ship liquids.
• Led fire and boat drills, fostering a culture of safety awareness among crew members through proactive engagement.
• Led a successful search and rescue of three mariners that abandon a sinking fishing vessel, 40 miles offshore at night.
• Responsible for planning load, discharge, and stability plans up to 9 segregated cargos.

SS. Kittanning: 46,300gt Crude carrier. 1988-1991.

• Utilized navigation expertise and tools to set courses and determine ship position throughout travel.
• Conducted regular drills to maintain proficiency in essential skills such as firefighting, life-saving techniques, and damage control procedures.
• Planned routes and travel speeds to meet scheduling and delivery goals.
• Loaded cargo according to ship capacity and appropriate weight load distribution as per Chief Mate cargo plan.
• Updated and corrected maps, weather reports or navigation equipment to help direct ship movements.

Zapata Neptune: 25,000 ton MODU.

• Responsible to manually produce a daily stability report.
• Load diesel, barite, and water, while maintaining rig stability.
• Assist Barge Engineer with MODU movement and weather reports.
• Manufacture and submit vessel voyage route when moving to new drill location.
• Monitor VHF radio traffic and secure MODU operation for helicopter arrival and departure.