Prasad Mudiyanselage

Deliver STCW and UK MCA-compliant instruction in Management of Navigation, Operational Level Navigation, Structures and Maintenance, Marine Operations, and Marine Meteorology at South Shields Marine School, teaching learners from pre-cadet level through to Chief Mate candidates. Responsible for course planning, curriculum delivery, student assessment, examination preparation, and academic quality assurance. Apply extensive seagoing and offshore operational experience to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical industry application, while promoting high standards of maritime safety, regulatory compliance, professional practice, and operational risk management.

Joined Aggregate Industries (now Holcim UK) initially through Sea Mariner and subsequently secured a permanent position onboard the company's dredging fleet. Responsible for safe navigation, dredging operations, regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and safety management activities.

• As a Deck Officer with Sea Mariner, assigned to an Aggregate Industries dredger on a structured 3-week on/off rotation, I’m responsible for safe navigation, regulatory compliance, and supporting daily dredging operations. In addition to OOW duties, I assist with equipment monitoring and crew coordination, further strengthening my skills in offshore and dredging environments.

• In my role as Deck Officer at Anglo Eastern Ship Management, I oversaw safe navigation and cargo operations on container vessels up to 10,000 TEU. Using advanced navigational systems, I ensured precise and compliant routing through global waterways. I managed all aspects of cargo handling, from loading to discharge, upholding strict safety standards and implementing protocols to protect crew welfare and operational integrity.

Served as a Part‑Time Nautical Lecturer at Mercantile Maritime Academy, Sri Lanka, delivering instruction in core Nautical Science subjects to cadets and officer‑level candidates in accordance with STCW requirements. Supported student learning through structured teaching, subject clarification, and academic guidance, drawing upon professional maritime experience to reinforce theoretical knowledge.

• At Univan Ship Management, I worked on general cargo and feeder vessels, leading a deck crew and promoting a positive work environment. I assessed navigation and cargo operation risks, implementing safety measures. My training in emergency response, including fire drills and man overboard procedures, enabled me to effectively manage crisis situations at sea.

• At Amazsa Shipping, I gained extensive experience on Panamax bulk carriers, managing bulk cargo operations in compliance with international maritime regulations. I implemented safety protocols to ensure crew welfare and vessel operations, effectively responding to emergencies and guiding deck crew members to maintain a positive and safe working environment.