Douglas Bain
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Marine Officer VTS at Orkney Harbours
Location: Kirkwall, Scotland, United Kingdom 7 work roles 2 schools
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Marine Officer VTS
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Douglas Bain is listed as Marine Officer VTS at Orkney Harbours, a company with 3 employees, based in Kirkwall, Scotland, United Kingdom. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Douglas Bain.

Douglas Bain previously worked as Coxswain at Rnli and Marine Superintendent / DPA / Master at Pentland Ferries. Douglas Bain studied at Kirkwall Grammar School.

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About Douglas Bain

I’m conscientious ship Captain | Master with a full DP Unlimited certificate. I have vast experienced working on supply vessels and acting as Audit Lead. Experienced in both conventional ships’ propulsion and power management as well as in ASD - diesel electric. Successfully leading multi-cultural crews ensuring safety is always paramount. Moving from ferries to offshore PSV ships 10 years ago, committing to considerable additional hours carrying out extra to gain the skills, experienced, and knowledge for promotion from 2nd Officer to Chief Officer and again to Master | Captain. • Conventional Ship Propulsion• Power Management• ASD – diesel electric• Audit• Safety Management System • Flag Stage and Class legislation• Ship Security• NavigationKey Achievements• Second coxswain of RNLI Kirkwall lifeboat crew, dealing with emergency response and rescue• Marine superintendent for Orkney Ferries achieving ISM Lead Auditor and DPA certificates• Started out as an uncertificated Deckhand becoming a Master and gaining Master Mariner Certification. • Served in the HM forces during which carried out various humanitarian deployments In addition, becoming a member of the Kirkwall RNLI lifeboat crew over 27 years ago, I love being at sea and have the pleasure of this being both my job and what I do in my spare time.If you have an opportunity suitable for me please get in touch on 07712406908 | 01856878430 or douglasbain7@gmail.com

Listed skills include Psv North Sea, Dp, Ism, Navigation, and 17 others.

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Orkney Harbours
Orkney Harbours
Marine Officer VTS
orkney, united kingdom
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3
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Douglas Bain work experience

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Marine Officer Vts

Current

Orkney Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom

Apr 2024 - Present

Coxswain

Rnli

Orkney Islands

  • Dealing with emergency response serious incidents
  • Coast work
  • Close proximity of other vessels, shoal areas and coast line.

Marine Superintendent / Dpa / Master

Orkney Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom

Dec 2021 - Apr 2024

Master

Vships

NAO Galaxy, PSV GRT 3515, Hermit Viking/NAO Viking PSV GRT 3636

  • Offshore MasterFull vessel responsibility where duties include:
  • Working on the bridge with the 2nd Officer:o Checking Cargo, Manifest, Dangerous Goods Declarations are all in order and present.
  • Ensuring all checks are complete prior to handover including Bridge handover, DP Handover, environmental situation awareness and relay specific charterer and installation requirements and requests
  • Fully responsible for DP, Deck Crew, and communications between vessel and rig
  • Ensure engine room is running smoothly, all PMs complete and orders are placed for any parts required for repairs
  • Prepare all documentation and reports on equipment, incidents, and certification
Jan 2017 - Apr 2024

Marine Superintendent/Dpa

Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, United Kingdom

  • Approached to returned to Orkney Ferries during the Oil and Gas downturn. Duties included:
  • Daily management and operations of nine vessels and crew
  • Responsible for monitoring, updating and implementation of the companies SMS
  • Ensuring company vessels compliance with class and flag state requirements and legislation
  • Liaising with the Council/Ferry/transportation committee advising on additional sailings, weather disruptions, ferry and terminals infrastructureo Special requests from organisations in utilising the ferries
  • Review weather reports, implementing changes to routes or timetable as required
Mar 2016 - Jan 2017

Master/Dpo

PSV DP2, MV Frigg Viking GT 2596. Area: North Sea

  • Master / DPO (Sept 2012 – Mar 2016) Chief Officer (Oct 2011 – Aug 2012)Second officer (Jun 2010 – Oct 2011)Secured a second Officer role after deciding the make a change from ferries to Supply Vessels. Gaining.
  • Ensured promotions were gained by acquiring skills and experience through additional hours
  • Taking on any additional tasks offered
  • Working closely with initially the Chief Officer followed by the Master to secure first-hand knowledge of role responsibilities and requirements
  • Covering as chief officer and then as master on occasion prior to promotions
  • Master – responsibility for the full vessel budget including sourcing of all products and equipment (e.g. food supplies, consumables, and fuel)
Jun 2010 - Mar 2016

Chief Officer / Second

RORO Pax, MV Hrossey / Hjaltland GT 11720. Area: North Sea

Chief navigation officerChief Loading OfficerShip’s Safety and Environmental Officer.Ship’s Security OfficerBridge Watch keeping.Cargo Watch keeping.Responsible for charts and publications and their correction.L.S.A.F.F.A.

Mar 2003 - Mar 2010
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Douglas Bain education

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Kirkwall Grammar School

Education record

South Tyneside College

HND Nautical Science

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What company does Douglas Bain work for?

Douglas Bain works for Orkney Harbours.

What is Douglas Bain's role at Orkney Harbours?

Douglas Bain is listed as Marine Officer VTS at Orkney Harbours.

Where is Douglas Bain based?

Douglas Bain is based in Kirkwall, Scotland, United Kingdom while working with Orkney Harbours.

What companies has Douglas Bain worked for?

Douglas Bain has worked for Orkney Harbours, Rnli, Pentland Ferries, Vships, and Orkney Ferries Limited.

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What schools did Douglas Bain attend?

Douglas Bain studied at Kirkwall Grammar School.

What skills is Douglas Bain known for?

Douglas Bain is listed with skills including Psv North Sea, Dp, Ism, Navigation, Ships Safety Officer, Isps Code, Maritime Operations, and Gmdss.

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