Sergio Capurso
Dubrovnik
Summary
Accomplished Staff Chief Engineer working with meticulous accuracy and precision to improve technical processes in maritime engineering settings. Providing innovative, analytical thinking to diverse procedural operations, ensuring high quality, smooth-running engineering.
Innovative problem solver with proven leadership and project management skills. Expertise in technical troubleshooting and team collaboration ensures seamless operations and continuous improvement. Ready to drive engineering excellence and elevate organisational performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Staff Chief Engineer
Carnival UK
2022.04 - Current
Staff Chief Engineer
Royal Caribbean International
2019.11 - 2022.02
2nd engineer/1st engineer/1st hotel engineer
Royal Caribbean International
2015.10 - 2019.11
Education
High School Diploma in Maritime Engineering - Maritime engineering
Pomorsko-tehnička škola (Maritime Technical School)
Dubrovnik 2000.09 - 2004.06
Special Education Programme for Seafarers - Maritime engineering
Maritime Department at the University of Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik 2014.03 - 2014.12
Skills
- Strategic Technical Oversight: Serve as the second-in-command of the Technical Department, deputising for the Chief Engineer and managing the daily operations of all mechanical, electrical, and propulsion systems
- PMS (Amos): Spearhead the AMOS Planned Maintenance System, ensuring 100% compliance with maintenance schedules, spare parts inventory, and regulatory reporting for main and auxiliary machinery
- Leadership & Team Empowerment: Direct and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and ratings, fostering a culture of safety and excellence through continuous professional development and knowledge sharing
- Operational Excellence: Orchestrate complex technical projects and troubleshooting in high-pressure environments, maintaining peak vessel performance while ensuring strict adherence to SOLAS, MARPOL, and ISM standards
- Resource Management: Manage departmental budgets and logistical planning, optimizing fuel consumption and technical assets to align with broad organizational goals
- Regulatory Compliance: Lead internal and external audits, ensuring the vessel meets all Port State Control ,USPH and Classification Society requirements through meticulous record-keeping and technical readiness
Languages
English
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate
Certification
Mandatory & Advanced Certifications
- Chief Engineer Unlimited (STCW III/2, >3,000 kW)
- Leadership and Managerial Skills (HELM-M)
- Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSC&RB, STCW A-VI/2-1)
- Advanced Firefighting (STCW A-VI/3)
- Security Duties (STCW A-VI/6-2)
- Environmental Awareness (STCW A-VI/1-4 / MARPOL Compliance)
- Basic Safety Training (STCW A-VI/1)
- Security Awareness Training (STCW A-VI/6-1)
- Marlin Crowd Mgmt
- Marlin Crises Mgmt
- Marlin English
Travel Documents & Visas
- United States C1/D Visa: exp 09/2029
Affiliations
- Freediving
Timeline
Staff Chief Engineer
Carnival UK
2022.04 - Current
Staff Chief Engineer
Royal Caribbean International
2019.11 - 2022.02
2nd engineer/1st engineer/1st hotel engineer
Royal Caribbean International
2015.10 - 2019.11
Special Education Programme for Seafarers - Maritime engineering
Maritime Department at the University of Dubrovnik
2014.03 - 2014.12
High School Diploma in Maritime Engineering - Maritime engineering
Pomorsko-tehnička škola (Maritime Technical School)
2000.09 - 2004.06