Liam Carthew

Master of 23.5m Pearling/ Accomadation vessel. All aspects of maritime law and compliance. Safety regulations including review and implementation of Saftey Management Systems as per Marine Orders. Fatigue Management and duty scheduling of crew. All aspects of Vessel Maintenance and servicing through engineering planned schedules.

Farm Manger- Managed a stock of shell for the production of high end jewellery. Crew of 12+ including engineers and cooks. Ensure all associated infrastructure, vessels and stock was maintained. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office programs to create and utilise a systematic planned approach to the organisation of related documents and schedules.

Other tasks included:

• Coordinated with other skippers to develop best practices, improving overall fleet performance.
• Developed comprehensive contingency plans, allowing swift responses to unexpected challenges or emergencies at sea.
• Optimized fuel consumption by implementing smart routing strategies and regular engine maintenance checks.
• Ensured compliance with maritime regulations, consistently passing inspections without violations.
• Reduced operational costs through effective budget management and strategic allocation of resources.
• Evaluated crew performance regularly offering constructive feedback which contributed towards professional growth.
• Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered teamwork among the crew while maintaining high morale.
• Regularly reviewed weather forecasts to determine the safest routes possible while minimizing delays due to adverse conditions.
• Successfully completed numerous voyages without incidents by focusing on proactive planning before each journey.
• Managed vessel maintenance tasks for optimal performance, ensuring timely inspections and repairs.
• Oversaw crew schedules, maintaining a well-rested and efficient team for increased productivity.
• Trained new crew members in critical skills such as knot tying, navigation, and safety procedures, raising overall team competency levels.
• Liase with Aircraft and there pilots for smooth crew transfers. Including berthing small vessels alongside aircraft on water

Managed a crew of 3 on small Farm workboat. responsible for all tasks on the farm infrastructure and shell stock. Physically demanding work in challenging work conditions.

• Reduced operational costs through effective budget management and strategic allocation of resources.
• Enhanced safety protocols by implementing rigorous training sessions and emergency drills for crew members.
• Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered teamwork among the crew while maintaining high morale.
• Thoroughly inspected boats before each embarkment to verify maximum reliability.
• Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.