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Edwin Spencer

Edwin Spencer

Caerwent,Monmouthshire

Summary

As a newly qualified deck officer with experience on a research vessel, a Ro-Ro passenger ship, and luxury cruise ships, I am keen to advance my career at sea by further developing my skills and adapting to change within the maritime industry. I have proven expertise in general ship operations, ice navigation, and watchkeeping at a high standard, gained worldwide across diverse and often adverse conditions. I am dedicated to gaining employment with a prestigious company in the maritime industry, as I have a strong aptitude for the profession and find it both challenging and rewarding. Outside of work, I stay active and spend time outdoors, enjoy diving, have played rugby at county level, and take an interest in learning about different places and traditions, which complements my professional experience traveling and working across diverse regions worldwide.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Deck cadet

Windstar Cruises, MV Starbreeze
French Polynesia
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Assisted Second Officer with navigational watch-keeping duties to ensure safe vessel operations.
  • Supported inspection and maintenance of life-saving appliances for regulatory compliance.
  • Participated in planned maintenance routines to uphold operational readiness and vessel upkeep.
  • Oversaw safe transfer of passengers during tendering operations, operating small boats efficiently.

Deck cadet

National Oceanography Centre, RRS James Cook
Worldwide
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Assisted Third Officer with navigational watch-keeping duties, including anchoring operations.
  • Supported deck operations and maintenance of research handling equipment such as cranes and winches.
  • Participated in cargo operations to ensure safe loading and discharging of stores and scientific equipment.
  • Enhanced seamanship and teamwork skills through active involvement with crew and science teams.

Deck cadet

Scenic Cruises, M/V Scenic Eclipse
Worldwide
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Supported deck operations, including painting and chipping, alongside the Bosun.
  • Assisted Safety Officer in conducting regular inspections of safety equipment.
  • Participated in enclosed space entry operations, ensuring adherence to safety procedures.
  • Contributed to bridge operations by facilitating ice navigation in Antarctic waters.
  • Aided arrival, departure, and mooring processes during vessel manoeuvres.
  • Gained experience in luxury cruise ship operations, integrating safety management with deck work.

Deck cadet

Irish ferries, M/V Isle of Innisfree
English Channel, Dover/Calais Route
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted with navigational duties, implementing collision regulations in heavy traffic channels.
  • Supported mooring operations and bridge activities during vessel arrivals and departures.
  • Monitored loading plans to ensure vessel stability and compliance with cargo documentation requirements.
  • Gained experience in high-paced ferry operations, enhancing coordination and operational efficiency skills.

Education

GCSEs and A-Levels -

Chepstow School and Sixth Form Centre
Monmouthshire
09.2013 - 07.2020

Higher National Diploma - Nautical Studies

Warsash Maritime Academy
Southampton
09.2021 - 08.2025

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Professional work ethic
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability under pressure
  • Communication and observation skills

Languages

English
Native
Italian
Upper intermediate

Timeline

Deck cadet

Windstar Cruises, MV Starbreeze
05.2024 - 07.2024

Deck cadet

National Oceanography Centre, RRS James Cook
03.2024 - 05.2024

Deck cadet

Scenic Cruises, M/V Scenic Eclipse
09.2023 - 02.2024

Deck cadet

Irish ferries, M/V Isle of Innisfree
04.2023 - 08.2023

Higher National Diploma - Nautical Studies

Warsash Maritime Academy
09.2021 - 08.2025

GCSEs and A-Levels -

Chepstow School and Sixth Form Centre
09.2013 - 07.2020
Edwin Spencer