WILLIAM DOYLE II
Charleston,SC
Summary
Able Bodied Seamen with 9+ years of maritime experience, Adept at navigating vessels and optimizing voyage outcomes. Demonstrates strong leadership and problem-solving skills, Mentoring junior crew and enhancing loading/offloading processes to increase safety and efficiency. Skilled in safety management, Equipment maintenance, and navigation, Committed to fostering a culture of vigilance and achieving operational excellence. Holds a valid Merchant Marine Credential, Lifeboatmen, STCW and Passport.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Able Bodied Seaman
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
Freeport, TX
04.2025 - Current
- Operated deck machinery and equipment to support dredging operations.
- Assisted in navigation and vessel handling during various projects.
- Conducted routine maintenance on safety equipment ensuring operational readiness.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute dredging plans efficiently.
- responsible for safe vessel operations, including standing watch, helmsman duties, and maintenance (chipping, painting, cleaning) of the deck and machinery.
- Directed crew members cleaning, maintaining and painting or varnishing various ship areas.
- Inspected and kept shipboard firefighting and lifesaving equipment properly maintained for use in emergency situations.
- Operated specialized equipment, including winches, cranes and derricks during ship operations.
- Moored vessels to wharfs with proper use of correct lines.
Able bodied Seamen
Grand River Navagation
Great Lakes, Michigan
06.2023 - Current
- Navigate vessels safely, ensuring operational efficiency and reliability.
- Enhance loading/offloading processes, reducing time and increasing safety.
- Mentor junior crew in maritime skills, fostering industry knowledge.
- Steer vessel for extended periods, maintaining precise course.
- Utilize maritime expertise to optimize voyage outcomes.
- Executed safe navigation of vessels, achieving operational efficiency and reliability while minimizing downtime.
Crane Operator
Carver Companies
Charleston
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated cranes to lift and move heavy materials, ensuring timely project completion and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections and maintenance, minimizing downtime and promoting safe working conditions on site.
- Worked closely with site managers to coordinate lifting operations, fostering clear communication and reducing potential hazards.
- Worked 12hr shifts/6 days a week.
- Executed precise crane operations to transport materials, achieving timely project milestones and boosting overall site productivity.
Able bodied Seamen
SIU/OSG M/V Overseas
Anacortes, Florida
03.2019 - 11.2021
- Assisted in navigation, improving cargo operations for timely departures and efficient flow.
- Ensured precise loading and unloading, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing delays.
- Collaborated with crew for seamless cargo handling, boosting overall ship performance.
- Monitored navigation systems, contributing to safe, accurate maritime operations.
- Facilitated cargo processes, achieving measurable improvements in departure schedules.
- Collaborated with crew members to maintain safety protocols on board, fostering a culture of vigilance that significantly reduced incident reports.
- Executed routine maintenance checks on safety equipment, ensuring compliance with maritime regulations and contributing to a safer work environment.
- Held a navigational watch with designated officer and steered the vessel in and out of port.
- Promoted teamwork and effective communication among crew, enhancing collaboration and morale on board.
- Led navigation efforts, ensuring timely cargo operations and significantly reducing delays in departure schedules.
Apprentice/Ordinary Seamen
Seafarers International UNION Crowley
Jacksonville
07.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted in deck operations, enhancing safety protocols and ensuring compliance, which contributed to a safer working environment.
- Collaborated with senior crew members to execute maintenance tasks, fostering teamwork and improving overall vessel performance.
- Monitored equipment functionality, identifying issues promptly and implementing solutions, resulting in reduced downtime.
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to learning and adapting to diverse maritime tasks, contributing positively to team dynamics.
- Steer the vessel in and out of port and stood a navigational watch everyday.
- Steered the vessel safely in and out of port, ensuring timely departures and arrivals that enhanced operational efficiency.
Education
Able-Bodied Seamen Credentials -
Harry Lundberg School of Seamanship/ Piney Point
Piney point, Maryland04-2016
Diploma -
Fort Dorchester High School
North Charleston06-2009
Skills
- Safety Management
- Problem Solving
- Equipment Maintenance
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Cargo Operations
- Watchkeeping abilities
- Lifeboat operations
- Winch operation
- Painting and chipping
- Deck maintenance
Interests
Love to Fish and spend time with my family
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Able Bodied Seaman
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
04.2025 - Current
Able bodied Seamen
Grand River Navagation
06.2023 - Current
Crane Operator
Carver Companies
01.2022 - 01.2023
Able bodied Seamen
SIU/OSG M/V Overseas
03.2019 - 11.2021
Apprentice/Ordinary Seamen
Seafarers International UNION Crowley
07.2017 - 01.2019
Able-Bodied Seamen Credentials -
Harry Lundberg School of Seamanship/ Piney Point
Diploma -
Fort Dorchester High School