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Alexander Cullen
Deputy Harbour Master
Dampier
Summary
Experienced across multiple facets of Port Authority operations, with a background as both a marine pilot and Tug Master. Combined with deep-sea navigation experience in demanding environments such as Antarctica and the Straits of Magellan has helped shape a robust skill set, with a strong emphasis on communication, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Deputy Harbour Master
Pilbara Ports Authority
07.2023 - Current
- Oversaw marine operations to ensure full compliance with applicable maritime legislation, regulatory frameworks, and industry standards.
- Cultivated strong stakeholder relationships through clear, consistent communication and collaborative engagement.
- Supported the oversight of contracted port service providers, monitoring performance against agreed KPIs and ensuring service delivery aligned with contractual terms.
- Acted as Harbour Master during periods of absence, maintaining operational leadership and continuity of port functions.
Assistant Harbour Master
Pilbara Ports Authority
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Assist in the development of the systems that ensure Pilbara Ports complies with all applicable codes, as well as its legal and statutory requirements.
- Undertake training including on the job training for the major activities of a Deputy Harbour Master.
- Assist in the promulgation of Local Marine Notices.
- Assist in the review of marine emergency management plans/procedures.
- Coordinate the process and administration of Pilot Exemption Certificate examinations.
- Manage the Klein mooring module and coordinate future improvement projects administration, web development and management for moorings.
Tug Master, Pilot and Marine Officer
Portland Harbour Authority
06.2017 - 06.2022
- Tug Master on 4 ASD Harbour Tugs
- Class 3 restricted Pilot
- Oil Spill, Operator - First Responder (MCA Level 2)
- Pilot Boat Coxswain
- Write and maintain standard operating procedures for Harbour control and Port marine craft
- Write and maintain Harbour Authority navigational risk assessments
- Interpreting International and National maritime legislation and implementing into the regulatory framework of the Statutory Harbour Authority
- Drafting regulatory documentation and marine standard operational procedures for the Harbour Authority for 'Ship to Ship Transfers of Oil, Chemical and Gas cargoes'
- Leading the marine departments role in the Harbour Authorities application to the UK Maritime Coastguard Agency for an 'Oil Transfer License' application including the management of oil spill modelling and emergency response requirements
- Manning the Harbour Control Office , maintaining watch using RADAR, ECDIS and VHF
- Scheduling of vessel movements
- Write and maintain formal risk assessment for the requirement of a Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) or provision of a Local Port Service (LPS)
- Issuing and maintaining records of Pilotage Exemption Certificates
- Other administration duties ensuring compliance with the Port Marine Safety Code including, but not limited to, bunker vessel approvals, Issuing permissions for commercial diving contractors, contractors and incident reporting/investigations
Deck Officer
Holland America Line
01.2011 - 08.2016
- Watch Keeping in challenging areas such as Antarctica and Strait of Magellan
- Conducting safety training for crew members
- Voyage Planning and management of Paper and Electronic Chart systems
- Maintenance of Navigational and GMDSS equipment
- Maintenance and operation of Lifeboat davits and other Life Saving Appliances
- Maintenance and operation of Firefighting Appliances
Education
Foundation Degree -
Warsash Maritime Academy / Solent University
Southampton 01.2011 - 05.2014
Diploma - Marine Pilotage
Maritime Training Academy
06.2019 - 06.2021
STCW Licenses -
Warsash Maritime Academy
Marine Courses -
Various
Skills
Teamwork
Ship/Boat Handling
Composure under high pressure
Clear and effective communications
Flexible & Adaptable
Software
AMOS W
Micros Fidelio
Denbridge Marine
Marico Risk Assessment and Incident reporting
References
Mike Minogue
Harbour Master Pilbara Ports West
Mike.Minogue@pilbaraports.com.au
+61 427 485 708
Catherine Jefferson
Deputy Harbour Master Pilbara Ports West
Catherine.Jefferson@pilbaraports.com.au
+61 427 045 992
Timeline
Deputy Harbour Master
Pilbara Ports Authority
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Harbour Master
Pilbara Ports Authority
08.2022 - 07.2023
Diploma - Marine Pilotage
Maritime Training Academy
06.2019 - 06.2021
Tug Master, Pilot and Marine Officer
Portland Harbour Authority
06.2017 - 06.2022
Deck Officer
Holland America Line
01.2011 - 08.2016
Foundation Degree -
Warsash Maritime Academy / Solent University
01.2011 - 05.2014
STCW Licenses -
Warsash Maritime Academy
Marine Courses -
Various
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