David Mcguren
Darwin ,NT
Summary
Hardworking team player with extensive background aboard commercial vessels. Contribute to efficient operations by handling navigation and monitoring activities. Manage important upkeep tasks, coordinate end product unloads and handle responses to different types of situations. Seasonded mariner with 15 years, 4000 days at sea.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand my skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
First Mate
Australia bay seafoods
Darwin, NT
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Organized, supervised, and coordinated all deck operations on board, 7 crew.
- Performed navigational watch duties while underway including bridge lookout, steering, and communication with other vessels or shore stations.
- Provided guidance to deck crew members in their assigned tasks.
- Ensured the safe and efficient navigation of the vessel.
- Conducted daily safety checks to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Oversaw inventory management for supplies needed aboard vessel.
- Verified accuracy of documents related to cargo handling and shipment prior to departure.
- Monitored weather conditions and reported any changes to the captain or chief mate.
- Inspected all areas of the vessel regularly to identify potential hazards or problems that require attention.
- Maintained appropriate security measures on board at all times.
- Coordinated communications between departments regarding operational needs.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of cargo from vessels as needed.
- Managed day-to-day shipboard operations in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained records for deck equipment, cargo operations, and maintenance activities.
- Updated ship logs with current environmental data, notable incidents, and routine operational information.
- Maintained and operated lifesaving devices to handle shipboard and overboard emergencies.
- Oversaw ship operations during travel and kept watch for hazards.
- Ensured adherence to safety standards set by International Maritime Organization regulations.
- Followed marine regulations applicable to planned route locations.
- Communicated with passing vessels using visible and audible signals.
- Navigated courses and determined speeds using navigation tools.
- Utilized navigation resources to chart routes and maintain optimal course for vessel.
- Communicated with port authorities for docking permissions.
- Maintained accurate logs of vessel movements and activities.
- Trained crew members in safety procedures and protocols.
- Performed navigational calculations for course plotting.
- Monitored vessel systems for efficient operation.
- Conducted drills to maintain crew readiness in emergencies.
- Supervised vessel inventory management and supply procurement.
- Coordinated with other ships on shared waterways or channels.
- Conducted regular vessel safety and maintenance inspections.
- Ensured compliance with maritime regulations and standards.
GPH Deckhand
Australia bay seafoods
Darwin , NT
09.2015 - 08.2022
- GPH and deckhand duties on board the companies 3 steel fish trawls.
- Quality control during processing and packing operations.
- Maintain a competent watch as required from time to time.
GPH Cray Boat
Steve chambers
Darwin, SA
10.2013 - 03.2014
- Responsible for all deckhand duties onboard a 50 foot timber cutter Cray boat on kangaroo island, 2 crew.
- Manage and maintain 70 steel craypots and float line systems.
- Responsible for mooring, unloading and refuelling operations.
GPH Fish Trawl
Raptis fishing Co
Darwin, NT
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Performed all relevant GPH duties as deckhand on board a 30 meter steel fish trawl working in the arrafura sea, 7 crew.
- Maintain a competent watch duty as required from time to time.
- Maintain and repair fishing gear on a daily basis.
- Handle and process catch in accordance with the vessels policy.
GPH Deckhand
Shane ward
Karumbah , QLD
02.2013 - 04.2013
- Performed all relevant deckhand duties on board a 15 meter steel shark boat
- Maintain and repair fishing gear as required.
- Maintain a competent watch as required from time to time.
GPH Deckhand
Steve chambers
Kangaroo Island, SA
10.2012 - 02.2013
- Performed all GPH deckhand duties on board the vessel to the satisfaction of the skipper.
- Manage and maintain 70 steel craypots and float line systems.
- Responsible for mooring, unloading and refuelling operations.
GPH Deckhand
Wren fishing Co
Karumbah, QLD
06.2012 - 09.2012
- Repair and maintain fishing gear and equipment on board a 20 meter shark fishing vessel.
- Responsible for mooring, unloading and refuelling operations.
- Maintain correct quality control during processing and packing and freezing of the product.
GPH Deckhand
Bassileo family fishing Co
Ulladulla , NSW
02.2012 - 05.2012
- Manage and maintain long line fishing equipment on board a 23 meter tuna longliner.
- Responsible for mooring, unloading and refuelling operations.
- Maintain product quality during processing and packing
GPH Deckhand
Steve chambers
Kangaroo Island , SA
10.2011 - 02.2012
- Responsible for all deckhand duties onboard a 50 foot timber cutter Cray boat on kangaroo island, 2 crew.
- Manage and maintain 70 steel crackpots and float line systems.
- Responsible for mooring, unloading and refuelling operations.
GPH Deckhand
Mark Farris
Darwin, NT
05.2011 - 08.2011
- Responsible for all deckhand duties onboard a 50 foot steel mackerel boat. 6 crew.
- Maintenance and safe operation of custom fishing dories with 110 hp outboards.
- Quality control during processing and packing operations.
- participation in mooring, unloading and refuelling operations.
GPH Deckhand
Steve chambers
Kangaroo Island , SA
10.2010 - 04.2011
- Responsible for all deckhand duties onboard a 50 foot timber cutter Cray boat on kangaroo island, 2 crew.
- Manage and maintain 70 steel crackpots and float line systems.
- Responsible for mooring, unloading and refuelling operations.
GPH Deckhand
Greg Neumman
Cairns, QLD
06.2010 - 09.2010
- Responsible for all deckhand duties onboard a 50 foot GRP mackerel boat, 5 crew.
- Operate and maintain custom dories with inboard Myanmar's and associated equipment.
- Quality control during processing and packing operations.
- Participate in mooring, unloading and refuelling operations.
GPH Deckhand
Steve chambers
Kangaroo Island , SA
10.2009 - 03.2010
refueling steel crackpots and float line systems.
Responsible for mooring, unloading and refuelling operations.
refueling
GPH Deckhand
Greg Neumman
Cairns, QLD
06.2009 - 09.2009
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- Responsible for all deckhand duties onboard a 50 foot GRP mackerel boat, 5 crew.
- Operate and maintain custom dories with inboard Myanmar's and associated equipment.
- Quality control during processing and packing operations.
- Participate in mooring, unloading and refueling operations.
Education
Senior First Aid Inc CPR
11-2022
Certificate lll NC Master 5 -
08-2022
HRWLF Forklift License
03-2022
Associate Degree in Building Design - Construction Design To 3 Storeys
06-2001
Year 10 School Certificate -
11-1978
Skills
- Proven ability to conduct and record crew training exercises
- Operational planning and time management experience during shore work layup
- Follow and adhere to safety procedures as required through company policies
- Function as part of a team
- Navigation expertise, being able to put a vessel within minutes of a required destination during long overnight steams
- Proven skills in operating high powered hydraulic machinery at sea and under way
Affiliations
- Prior to my years at sea I spent 6 years as a Building designer in the Canberra region and was reasonably successful until an untimely divorce forced me to choose a new path in life.
- Prior to my building design career I had spent 24 years in the hospitality industry all over Australia and in all types of roles, I have not included this section of my resume as it is quite large but can make it available if necessary.
- That being said, it puts me in a unique customer service situation with regards to managing members of the public and service orientated situations.
- My interests include motorcycles, NRL, tennis, antique restoration (my grandfather was a master) travelling domestic and International.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
First Mate - Australia bay seafoods
10.2022 - 04.2024
GPH Deckhand - Australia bay seafoods
09.2015 - 08.2022
GPH Cray Boat - Steve chambers
10.2013 - 03.2014
GPH Fish Trawl - Raptis fishing Co
05.2013 - 08.2013
GPH Deckhand - Shane ward
02.2013 - 04.2013
GPH Deckhand - Steve chambers
10.2012 - 02.2013
GPH Deckhand - Wren fishing Co
06.2012 - 09.2012
GPH Deckhand - Bassileo family fishing Co
02.2012 - 05.2012
GPH Deckhand - Steve chambers
10.2011 - 02.2012
GPH Deckhand - Mark Farris
05.2011 - 08.2011
GPH Deckhand - Steve chambers
10.2010 - 04.2011
GPH Deckhand - Greg Neumman
06.2010 - 09.2010
GPH Deckhand - Steve chambers
10.2009 - 03.2010
GPH Deckhand - Greg Neumman
06.2009 - 09.2009
St Johns First Aid Training - , Senior First Aid Inc CPR
Australian Maritime College - Certificate lll NC Master 5,
NT Worksafe - , HRWLF Forklift License
Reid CIT School of Design - Associate Degree in Building Design, Construction Design To 3 Storeys
St Marys College - Year 10 School Certificate ,
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