David Livingston
San Andrés Islas ,San Luis KM+18
Summary
Certified OOW Unlimited with almost 3 years proven experience in the Cruise Industry, enhancing vessel safety and maneuverability. Excelled in watchkeeping, leadership, empathy and teamwork. Focused on learning and teaching. Demonstrated expertise in maritime navigation and bridge resource management, ensuring compliance with international regulations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Navigation Officer
Carnival Cruise Line
06.2022 - Current
- Improved vessel maneuverability in congested waters by closely monitoring traffic movement and providing clear instructions to the helmsman.
- Promoted a culture of environmental stewardship by carefully monitoring vessel compliance with pollution prevention regulations and guidelines.
- Maintained compliance with international maritime regulations through diligent record-keeping and documentation management.
- Conducted thorough pre-departure briefings to ensure proper understanding of voyage plan among bridge team members.
- Assisted in training junior officers on various aspects of navigation, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the bridge team.
- Minimized risk of collision by effectively utilizing radar, GPS, and other navigational aids during periods of reduced visibility.
- Enhanced vessel safety by conducting regular navigational equipment checks and maintenance.
- Kept abreast of latest industry developments and best practices in maritime navigation through continued professional development and training courses.
- Moored vessels to wharfs with proper use of correct lines.
- Kept shipboard firefighting and lifesaving equipment properly maintained for use in emergency situations.
- Followed and helped enforce safety regulations for different ship equipment, systems and work areas.
- Updated logs for onboard equipment and machinery following correct documentation procedures.
- Supported ship navigation by inspecting, testing and aligning equipment for proper operation.
- Met requirements for government-issued certifications, keeping ship in full compliance.
- Operated and monitored propulsion and steering systems.
- Operated specialized equipment, including winches, cranes and derricks during ship operations.
Education
Nautical Engineering In Navigation - IMO OOW II/1 Unlimited - Navigation Officer
Universidad Marítima Internacional De Panamá
La Boca, Ancon, Panamá03.2024
STCW II/4 - (RFPNW) & STCW III/4 - (RFPEW) - Nautical Navigation And Engineering
Universidad Marítima Internacional De Panama
La Boca, Ancon, Panama 2016
High School Diploma In Sciences - Sciences
First Baptist School
San Andrés Islas, Colombia11.2014
Skills
- Watchkeeping procedures
- Voyage planning
- GMDSS operation
- Ship handling
- Collision avoidance
- Marine communications
- Bridge resource management
- Safety management systems
- Cross-cultural communication
- Electronic chart display
- STCW certification
- Shipboard security
- Radar operation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Safety procedures
- Physical fitness
- Vessel inspection
Certification
-STCW Leadership & Teamwork
-Csmart Bridge Resource Management
-Csmart Nacos Operator 1030
-STCW GMDSS
-STCW OOW II/1 Unlimited
-STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
-STCW Automatic RADAR plotting
-STCW BST - Basic Safety (4 Units)
-STCW Crisis Management & Human Behavior
-STCW Crowd Management
-STCW Designated Security Duties
-STCW ECDIS
-STCW Medical First Aid
-STCW Radar Observer & Plotting
-STCW Survival Craft
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
Navigation Officer
Carnival Cruise Line
06.2022 - Current
-STCW Leadership & Teamwork
-Csmart Bridge Resource Management
-Csmart Nacos Operator 1030
-STCW GMDSS
-STCW OOW II/1 Unlimited
-STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
-STCW Automatic RADAR plotting
-STCW BST - Basic Safety (4 Units)
-STCW Crisis Management & Human Behavior
-STCW Crowd Management
-STCW Designated Security Duties
-STCW ECDIS
-STCW Medical First Aid
-STCW Radar Observer & Plotting
-STCW Survival Craft
Nautical Engineering In Navigation - IMO OOW II/1 Unlimited - Navigation Officer
Universidad Marítima Internacional De Panamá
STCW II/4 - (RFPNW) & STCW III/4 - (RFPEW) - Nautical Navigation And Engineering
Universidad Marítima Internacional De Panama
High School Diploma In Sciences - Sciences
First Baptist School
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