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Miami, Florida, United States

Oversee the Fleet Operations Center (FOC) responsible for managing Shoreside Incident Response & Planning and 24/7 watch for a global fleet of 65 ships. Accountable for monitoring current fleet operations; marine and nautical programs; responding to irregular deck, engine, and hotel issues; coordinating ship itinerary deviations; safety inspections/drills; and investigations to provide robust situational awareness and decision-making support for senior shore side and shipboard leaders. Train and manage a team 12 watchkeepers.Senior Leadership═══════════════» Develop and manage near-term operational issue responses, to include coordinating with shipboard leadership teams, shore side marine & hotel operations personnel, and external public and private partners.» Manage situational awareness displays, ensuring accuracy of reporting data and availability of current operational data for multiple Carnival and HAG operational divisions.» Proactively notify senior company leaders of situations that present potential danger to guest, crew, and vessels. Proactively monitor and notify in case of potential media exposure. » Coordinate vessel certification inspections and flag registration to ensure compliance with all Coast Guard regulatory requirements. » Activate and moderate Carnival Irregular Operations Team (CIOT) conferences, and/or activate the Shoreside Incident Response Plan (SIRP) as requested for CCL. Liaison with external regulatory stakeholders i.e. USCG, UK MCA, etc.***Continued below

Miami, Florida, United States

Nautical Operations═════════════════» Assist in nautical voyage itinerary and port planning development, and resolution of operational nautical issues including support to developing long term berthing plans and arrangements. Support Itinerary Planning Department with cost analysis.» Monitor for irregular weather conditions that may cause itinerary deviations or necessitate operational changes and propose proactive courses of action to maintain continued safe ship operations, port planning and avoid negative guests’ experience.Maritime Safety/Emergency Management════════════════════════════════════» In charge of overseeing all emergency operations for the command center. On-call (24/7) to respond to onboard incidents or assist ship operations as needed.» Coordinate emergency preparedness activities, inter-department training programs, operations drills, and disaster simulation exercises to prepare staff to respond effectively in a disaster/emergency situation.» Follow up and ensure prompt action of incidents, create corrective and preventative plans for audit items, ship management report findings, and non-conformances reports to prevent down time of vessels.

Master’s Deputy and Second in Command aboard various ships including Norwegian Dawn, Jewel, and Pearl. Responsible for entire deck department, safety, and discipline of entire crew. Managed, supervised, and coordinated all aspects of marine safety, security, environmental protection, deck maintenance (hull), navigation, sanitation (USPH standards), communications, crew training, and evaluation of bridge officers. Master’s Deputy Duties════════════════════» Assisted the Master in all service matters and kept him informed of significant events and trends pertaining to the welfare of the ship, guests, and crew members. Proficient in docking and undocking vessels around the world.» Ensured the Master’s instructions were implemented correctly through close liaison with department heads, encouraging the exchange of ideas and suggestions for improvement. » Planned and executed major refits, refurbishments, and drydock projects up to $40M budgets. Actively coordinated with terminals, vendors, and other functions in order to service the vessel with timely attention and efficiency.Safety, Environmental & Safety Operations═════════════════════════════════════» Designated as the SSO for ISPS/MTSA related regulations and pollution prevention. Led all aspects of shipboard security and for the implementation and effectiveness of the Ship Security Plan and other company security policies.» Worked closely with the Security Officer and Safety Officer in the investigation of incidents, accidents and non-conformities based on the guidelines for investigations found in SEMS.» Oversaw Vessel Sanitation Program, compliance with the Outbreak Prevention Plan and responsible that the vessel was seaworthy in a timely matter when weather conditions or other situations required.» Conducted regular inspections throughout the vessel to verify high standards of safety, material condition and cleanliness. Took steps for improvement and/or corrective actions in cases of non-compliance.

Accountable for co-coordinating and managing all aspects of shipboard security, safety, and stability under the guidance of the Staff Captain. Responsible for firefighting/prevention and personal survival training of crew of over 1000.» Maintained all aspects of safety and lifesaving appliances including inspections.Responsible for the stability calculations and procedures as specified in the Navigation Standards Manual Stability Calculations including the Water Ballast Management System, cargo, and fuel. » Responsible of the Ship Maintenance System for the deck department and worked closely with Supply Officer and the Staff Captain. » Accountable for the deck stores, parts and supplies, inventory control and purchase requisitions. Worked closely with the Staff Captain to ensure that the expenditures are within the limits of the approved budget.» Ensured that Masters’ and ships’ staff were fully conversant with approved procedures relating to safety and environmental matters. Participated in internal audits as Auditor or Audit Team as assigned.

Accountable for all aspects of maintenance of LSA and FFA safety appliances for the vessel. Navigation═════════» Accountable for piloting and navigation of the vessel, as well as voyage planning monitoring and execution. » Performed digital mapping and plotting with the use of navigation aids such as Radar, Satellite Navigation, Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (A.R.P.A.), NACOS, AIS, Electronic Charts, GPS, and D-GPS.» Master in Navigational Command, operating the vessel with due regard for proper Standards of Watch Standing and Bridge Resources Management in accordance with the practice of good seamanship.Maritime Safety═════════════» Observed the guidelines for watch keeping on 8-12 bridges accountable for all issues pertained to the bridge duties during a navigational watch. Cooperate with the Boatswain and Carpenter on maintenance issues pertaining to LSA FFA equipment. » Utilized comprehensive knowledge of the Company’s Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and the SEMS to ensure compliance to all established policies and directives. » Coordinated and conducted Safety & Environmental Inspections related to incident and hazardous occurrences as directed by management. Maintained a perfect safety record.

Norwegian Majesty

Accountable for all aspects of maintenance of LSA and FFA safety appliances for the Norwegian Majesty.

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