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SORIN ADRIAN DUMITRESCU

SORIN ADRIAN DUMITRESCU

CONSTANTA

Summary

I am a reliable marine officer, with a committed attitude towards my work and determined to find the right position that can help me grow and develop professionally. Skilled and highly motivated, with rich experience in the maritime industry I have been sailing on various types of ships including passenger ships, easily adapting to every change. I graduated from Maritime University of Constanta and I am currently holding the Chief Mate unlimited (II/2) license.
I have a wide knowledge of maritime and coastal navigation, ice navigation, ship handling that soon helped me to obtain the Norwegian Pilot Exemption Certificate for on one third of the norwegian coast.
Furthermore, at the moment I work as Chief Mate on passenger vessels but also from the period of 10 years spent on cargo vessels, 5 years of them due to the busy schedule I was working on opposite shift with Chief Officer, I was a Relief Chief Officer and I was also maneuvering in and out of the port whenever necessary.
On cargo ferries, container and car carriers ships I sailed in almost all corners of the world all oceans, passing major straits and canals, through the Magellan Strait transited through the Panama Canal , reaching Australia, South America and north America, central America and the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, Mediterranean and north Europe, Red Sea, Persian Gulf sailed through the Suez canal and Singapore, Asia and west Africa, and many more.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Officer

Balearia Caribbean
Miami United States And Bahamas
07.2023 - Current

HS Jaume II - Passenger, 644 passengers, high speed propulsion - 2nd in command.

  • Managing officer, sole watchkeeper while on passage, and operations officer in port.
  • Shipboard Safety & Environmental Officer safeguarding of passengers, crew, ship and the environment.
  • Ship security officer, responsible for the security of the ship both in port and at sea.
  • Responsible for garbage waste management for the deck and all
    accommodation part of the ship.
  • Supervision of safety equipment and lifesaving equipment.
  • Trainings of crew members as per company policy.
  • Supply, overtime, cost control records, purchase order, requisition, and other
    paper work on behalf of shore management.
  • In-charge for maintenance on board the ship using AMOS program.
  • ISPS, MARPOL, SOLAS and STCW compliance.
  • In charge of ship stability and ballast, de-ballasting operation done on board.
  • Task of scheduling and distributing work to deck crew.

Acquired skills and competencies: USCG, USPH and dry dock experience.

Chief Officer

FRS Shipmanagement
North Sea, Germany, Denmark And Sweden
02.2023 - 07.2023

MS RomoExpress - Ro-Passenger, 500 passengers, Azipods and LNG powered ship
o Tehnical and economical management of the Deck Department.
o Sole watchkeeper while on passage, and operations officer in port.
o Shipboard Safety & Environmental Officer safeguarding of passengers, crew,
ship and the environment.
o Ship security officer, responsible for the security of the ship both in port and at
sea.
o Responsible for garbage waste management for the deck and all
accommodation part of the ship.
o Supervision of safety equipment and lifesaving equipment
o Trainings of crew members as per company policy.
o Supply, overtime, cost control records, purchase order, requisition, and other
paper work on behalf of shore management.
o In-charge for maintenance on board the ship using AMOS program.
o ISPS, MARPOL, SOLAS and STCW compliance.
o In charge of the ballast, de-ballasting operation done on board and stability of
the ship.
o Task of scheduling and distributing work to deck crew.
Acquired skills and competencies:
+azipods and LNG powered ship experience

Senior 2nd Officer

Holland Norway Lines
North Sea, Norway, Holland And Germany
06.2022 - 02.2023

MS Romantika - Cruise Ferry, 2500 passengers / 727 cabins, 40803 GRT - single watch navigation 4-8 plus arrival in each port on the bridge.

  • Prepare a passage plan for the intended voyage under the directions of Master.
  • All navigational equipment on the vessel to be kept in good order and regularly serviced and maintained. Indenting and safe keeping of required spares for the navigational equipment on board.
  • Assist Chief Officer with safety drills and with performing safety instructions to crew and staff members from all shipboard departments.
  • Training all crew in lifeboat, life raft, emergency evacuation and fire-fighting parties and operating crew.
  • Assist Chief Officer in preparing vessel for classification and statutory surveys and ship’s operational routine duties and day to day work.
  • Act as a Medical Officer and treat the ship’s crew under the directions of the Master, and upkeep of Medical Locker.
  • National logs to be maintained preparing reports and returns as per company’s procedure.
  • Compliance with applicable port, terminal and dock safety regulations.
  • Compliance with the Company’s documented safety and security procedures.
  • Carry out emergency duties as per emergency response procedures and as directed by command and control.

Acquired skills and competencies: dry dock, mini cruise experience, SAM ECDIS-Pilot NACOS Platinum Training.

2nd Officer / Relief Chief Officer

Seatrans Ship Management AS.
Norwegian Northern Fjords/ Norway, North Sea, UK And Denmark
07.2017 - 06.2022

Ro-Ro Cargo and MPV and ships, 12 passengers.

  • Actively responsible for all cargo loading, ship stability, for the safety, well-being, experience of every crew on board and managing the vessel in the absence of the Chief Officer
  • Prepare a passage plan for the intended voyage under the directions of Master
  • All navigational equipment on the vessel to be kept in good order and regularly serviced and maintained.
  • All navigational charts and hydrographic publications for the intended voyage to be fully corrected up to date from the current Notices to Mariners, navigational warnings and other sources.
  • Assist Chief Officer in preparing vessel for classification and statutory surveys and ship's operational routine duties and day to day work.
  • To act as a Medical Officer (in ships without doctors) and treat the ship's crew under the directions of the Master, and upkeep of Medical Locker.
  • National logs to be maintained preparing reports and returns as per company's procedure.
  • Assist Chief Officer in preparing vessel for classification and statutory surveys and ship's operational routine duties and day to day work.
  • To act as a Medical Officer (in ships without doctors) and treat the ship's crew under the directions of the Master, and upkeep of Medical Locker.
  • Compliance with applicable port, terminal and dock safety regulations.
  • Compliance with the Company's documented safety and security procedures.
  • Carry out emergency duties as per emergency response procedures and as directed by command and control.

Acquired skills and competencies: Ice navigation, Norwegian Pilot Exemption Certificate.

3rd Officer

Seatrans Ship Management AS.
Norwegian Northern Fjords/ Norway, North Sea, UK And Denmark
04.2015 - 06.2017

Ro-Ro Cargo, Container-RoRo ships.

  • In charge of all safety operations on board and related to safety.
  • Crew training regarding safety equipment navigation.
  • Responsible for the inspection and upkeeping of lifesaving and firefighting equipment and also organiser of the fire and boat drills.
  • Preparing documents for port operations or regarding crew members.
  • Safety management and security organizational skills onboard.
  • Fire and security watches.
  • Traffic management.
  • In charge of storeroom and budgets.
  • Cargo operations : loading, discharging, stowing and securing.
  • Monitoring communications. o Monitoring the anchor mooring lines.

Acquired skills and competencies: Norwegian Coastal Navigation Course for Pilot Training, Radar ARPA Search and Rescue Training.

2nd Officer - Leonhardt & Blumberg

Leonhardt & Blumberg
World Wide
03.2015 - 02.2016

Container Ships 180-265 meters

  • Prepare a passage plan for the intended voyage under the directions of Master
  • All navigational equipment on the vessel to be kept in good order and regularly serviced and maintained
  • Assist Chief Officer in preparing vessel for classification and statutory surveys and ship's operational routine duties and day to day work.
  • Assist Chief Officer in preparing vessel for classification and statutory surveys and ship's operational routine duties and day to day work.
  • Medical Officer (in ships without doctors) and treat the ship's crew under the directions of the Master, and upkeep of Medical Locker.
  • Assist Chief Officer in preparing vessel for classification and statutory surveys and ship's operational routine duties and day to day work.
  • To act as a Medical Officer (in ships without doctors) and treat the ship's crew under the directions of the Master, and upkeep of Medical Locker.
  • Compliance with applicable port, terminal and dock safety regulations.
  • Compliance with the Company's documented safety and security procedures.
  • Carry out emergency duties as per emergency response procedures and as directed by command and control.

Acquired skills and competencies: World wide navigation, ocean passage and Furuno Type Specific ECDIS Training.

Transport Manager / Transport Coordinator

KBR Inc.
Constanta
04.2013 - 03.2015

Shore based job, middle management level

  • Responsible for getting the right products in the right quantities, to the right locations all at the right time.
  • In charge of the day to day operations of the transport department.
  • Efficiently managing a team of drivers and vehicles
  • Responsible for all of the dispatching, routing, and tracking of delivery vehicles.
  • Dispatching complex and oversized goods to national and international destinations.
  • Ensuring company compliance of all transport policies, legislation and procedures.
  • Managing, monitoring and developing a team of drivers.
  • Involved in strategic development and strategy making.
  • Being the first point of contact for all drivers.
  • Making sure that all transport fleet vehicles are properly maintained and serviced.
  • Arranging for the induction and training off all new staff.
  • Regularly liaising with the delivery manager to ensure a smooth running of both departments.
  • Developing and nurturing customer relationships.
  • Maintaining accurate administrative records.
  • Preparation of relevant reports and documents for senior managers.
  • Giving drivers a full debrief.
  • Organizing vehicle checks.
  • Identifying operational issues, potential problems and opportunities.
  • Resolving and managing queries and complaints courteously and efficiently.
  • Appraising staff performance and also taking disciplinary measures when required.
  • Scheduling staffing, planning for holiday and weekend cover.
  • Ensuring all site and customer objectives are achieved.
  • Ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety guidelines.
  • Responsible for all H&S investigations.
  • Involved in the recruitment & interviewing of new staff.

3rd Officer

Zodiac Maritime Agency Ltd.
World Wide
06.2008 - 01.2012

Car Carrier and General cargo ships 185-220 meters

  • In charge of all safety operations on board and related to safety.
  • Crew training regarding safety equipment navigation.
  • Responsible for the inspection and up keeping of lifesaving and firefighting equipment and also organiser of the fire and boat drills.
  • Preparing documents for port operations or regarding crew members.
  • Safety management and security organizational skills onboard.
  • Fire and security watches.
  • Traffic management.
  • In charge of storeroom and budgets.
  • Cargo operations : loading, discharging, stowing and securing.
  • Monitoring communications.
  • Monitoring the anchor mooring lines.

Education

Master's degree - Navigation and Logistics

Constanta Maritime University

Bachelor's degree - Navigation and Naval Transport Management

Maritime University Constanta

High School / Vocational school - Advanced IT class

The Energetic Technical College

Skills

  • CHIEF MATE unlimited
  • Pilot Exemption Certificate Norwegian Coast
  • IGF Code Advanced Certified
  • Marlins English Language Certificate 98%
  • Ship Security Officer
  • Passenger Ships Training
  • Fast Rescue Boat
  • High Speed Craft Type Specific Training
  • Radar ARPA & Search and Rescue
  • ECDIS SAM MULTIPILOT Platinum Type Specific
  • ECDIS FURUNO Type Specific
  • ECDIS Sperry Marine VisionMaster Type Specific
  • ECDIS Tedis Type Specific
  • Human Element, Leadership & Management
  • Medical Care
  • Advanced Fire-Fighting
  • Basic Training
  • Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats
  • Transport of Dangerous Cargoes Course
  • Prevention of Pollution Course
  • Advanced Maritime English Course
  • Norwegian Coastal Navigation Course
  • Azipods and LNG powered ship experience
  • USCG, USPH and dry dock experience
  • Ice Navigation
  • Ship Maneuvering
  • Amos Maintenance
  • The Netherlands CEC

Personal Information

Driving License: Category B

Languages

English Advanced, Spanish and French Intermediate

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary
French
Limited
Italian
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chief Officer

Balearia Caribbean
07.2023 - Current

Chief Officer

FRS Shipmanagement
02.2023 - 07.2023

Senior 2nd Officer

Holland Norway Lines
06.2022 - 02.2023

2nd Officer / Relief Chief Officer

Seatrans Ship Management AS.
07.2017 - 06.2022

3rd Officer

Seatrans Ship Management AS.
04.2015 - 06.2017

2nd Officer - Leonhardt & Blumberg

Leonhardt & Blumberg
03.2015 - 02.2016

Transport Manager / Transport Coordinator

KBR Inc.
04.2013 - 03.2015

3rd Officer

Zodiac Maritime Agency Ltd.
06.2008 - 01.2012

Master's degree - Navigation and Logistics

Constanta Maritime University

Bachelor's degree - Navigation and Naval Transport Management

Maritime University Constanta

High School / Vocational school - Advanced IT class

The Energetic Technical College
SORIN ADRIAN DUMITRESCU