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Abraham Tshepo Serero
Master Mariner, SDPO On AHTS
Johannesburg
Summary
Dynamic Ship Captain with extensive experience at AMSOL, adept in risk management assessments and crew management. Proven track record of optimizing vessel performance and ensuring compliance with maritime regulations. Recognized for enhancing safety protocols and fostering teamwork, leading to timely cargo delivery and improved operational efficiency.
Maritime professional prepared to lead and manage ship operations effectively. Proven expertise in navigation, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance. Focused on team collaboration and achieving operational objectives, adaptable to changing maritime conditions. Known for strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Experienced maritime professional with strong background in navigation, safety protocols, and crew management. Skilled in strategic planning, crisis management, and maintaining operational efficiency. Known for fostering teamwork and adaptability, achieving optimal results in dynamic environments. Dependable leader with commitment to excellence and precision in every operation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Ship Captain
AMSOL. African Marine Solutions
09.2021 - Current
- Build and maintain relationships with clients, including oil and gas companies, and other stakeholders.
- Assessed potential risks in voyage planning to achieve optimal route selection while considering time-sensitive deadlines.
- Reduced operational costs through diligent monitoring of onboard supplies and equipment usage.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and implement measures to prevent pollution.
- Contributed to company growth by consistently meeting performance goals and demonstrating commitment to the organization''s core values.
- Prevented costly accidents by navigating challenging weather conditions and avoiding hazards at sea.
- Enhanced ship safety by conducting regular drills and maintenance checks.
- Safeguarded the wellbeing of crew members by enforcing strict adherence to health and safety standards.
- Optimized vessel performance by overseeing routine maintenance tasks and repairs as needed.
- Increased operational efficiency through the implementation of innovative technology upgrades on the vessel.
- Mentored junior officers in their professional development, providing guidance in decision-making processes related to vessel operations.
- Improved fuel efficiency by optimizing navigation routes and speed adjustments.
- Facilitated effective communication between departments onboard, fostering a collaborative environment for problemsolving.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills under pressure situations, making critical decisions quickly while prioritizing the welfare of both crew members and cargo alike.
- Maintained compliance with maritime regulations, ensuring smooth inspections by governing bodies.
- Interacted with team members, encouraging each to be outgoing and offer excellent service to customers.
- Identified patterns and trends that resulted in undesirable outcomes or compromised program compliance and developed corrective action plans.
- Identify and mitigate risks to the vessel, crew, and cargo.
- Take charge in emergency situations, such as search and rescue, firefighting, or medical emergencies.
- Directed ships' speeds using specialized knowledge of local winds, water depths and hazards.
- Maintained timetables by monitoring and managing loading and discharging of cargo
- Learned to operate new technology systems and procedures through instruction, simulators and models.
- Prioritized safety procedures when operating vessels, controlling speed, berthing and unberthing, giving optimal protection to crew and equipment.
- Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.
- Loaded cargo according to ship capacity and appropriate weight load distribution.
- Ensure that the crew receives adequate training and guidance to perform their duties safely and efficiently.
Ship Captain
Emas Offshore
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Contributed to company growth by consistently meeting performance goals and demonstrating commitment to the organization''s core values.
- Facilitated effective communication between departments onboard, fostering a collaborative environment for problemsolving.
- Mentored junior officers in their professional development, providing guidance in decision-making processes related to vessel operations.
- Oversaw accurate record-keeping practices for all required documentation throughout each voyage cycle.
- Maintained compliance with maritime regulations, ensuring smooth inspections by governing bodies.
- Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders such as charterers, agents, and suppliers to ensure smooth operations at every stage of voyages.
- Streamlined ship operations by implementing efficient communication protocols among crew members.
- Assessed potential risks in voyage planning to achieve optimal route selection while considering time-sensitive deadlines.
- Ensured timely delivery of cargo through careful planning and coordination with port authorities.
- Enhanced ship safety by conducting regular drills and maintenance checks.
- Managed a diverse crew effectively, promoting teamwork and maintaining high morale.
- Developed comprehensive contingency plans for emergencies, minimizing risks during unforeseen events.
- Interacted with team members, encouraging each to be outgoing and offer excellent service to customers.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills under pressure situations, making critical decisions quickly while prioritizing the welfare of both crew members and cargo alike.
- Maintained timetables by monitoring and managing loading and discharging of cargo.
- Loaded cargo according to ship capacity and appropriate weight load distribution.
- Towed and maneuvered vessels in harbors and open seas, communicating movements to passing vessels.
- Adhered to laws and regulations based on voyage locations.
Ship Captain
RK Offshore
02.2013 - 01.2019
- Command the vessel, making decisions on navigation, cargo operations, and safety
- Facilitated effective communication between departments onboard, fostering a collaborative environment for problemsolving.
- Mentored junior officers in their professional development, providing guidance in decision-making processes related to vessel operations.
- Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders such as charterers, agents, and suppliers to ensure smooth operations at every stage of voyages.
- Safeguarded the wellbeing of crew members by enforcing strict adherence to health and safety standards.
- Ensured timely delivery of cargo through careful planning and coordination with port authorities.
- Oversee the overall of the vessel, including maintanance, repairs, and upgrades.
- Anchor Handling and Towing in the offshore oil fields.
- Optimized vessel performance by overseeing routine maintenance tasks and repairs as needed.
- Interacted with team members, encouraging each to be outgoing and offer excellent service to customers.
- Learned to operate new technology systems and procedures through instruction, simulators and models.
- Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.
- Towed and maneuvered vessels in harbors and open seas, communicating movements to passing vessels.
- Applied thorough navigation knowledge to determine geographical location and speed with or without assistive devices.
Chief Officer
RK Offshore
02.2009 - 02.2013
- Enhanced company reputation by maintaining high-quality standards for products and services.
- Management of deck crew, ratings and trainees.
- completing of required charter documentation.
- Assist the Master in Navigation, chart corrections, and bridge watchkeeping.
- Oversee cargo operations, including anchor handling, towing and mooring.
- Ensure the vessel is maintained in a safe and seaworthy condition, including routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
- Implement and enforce safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Maintain accurate records, including logbooks, charts, and other documentation.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and implementation measures to prevent pollution.
- Implement and enforce security measures to protect the vessel, crew, and cargo.
Education
National Higher Diploma: Maritime Studies - Maritime Studies
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town 04.2001 -
Skills
Ship handling
DP Operations
Emergency management
Maritime regulations
Crew management
Seamanship expertise
Ship navigation
Cargo control
Vessel maintenance and inspection
Route planning and navigation
Marine engineering
Risk management assessments
Accomplishments
DP Operator with more than 3000 hours on DP Desk.
Experience in Towing and anchor Handling.
Shiphandler in both ASD Variable fixed pitch propellers.
Offshore oilfields compliance.
Affiliations
Society of Master Mariners - South Africa
Nautical institute - AFNI
Certification
Class 1 - Master Unlimited CoC
Interests
Computer software
New challenges
Timeline
Ship Captain
AMSOL. African Marine Solutions
09.2021 - Current
Ship Captain
Emas Offshore
01.2019 - 09.2021
Ship Captain
RK Offshore
02.2013 - 01.2019
Chief Officer
RK Offshore
02.2009 - 02.2013
National Higher Diploma: Maritime Studies - Maritime Studies
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
04.2001 -
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