Kaan Sübay
Oceangoing Watchkeeping Officer
Istanbul,34
Summary
Accomplished Deck Cadet at Arkas Holding with expertise in navigation and safety management. Enhanced operational efficiency by mastering ship maintenance and mooring operations. Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities and effective bridge teamwork, contributing to successful voyages and cargo handling. Committed to pollution prevention and adherence to international regulations, ensuring a secure and compliant maritime environment.
Offering solid foundation in maritime principles and passion for learning and growth within this field. Produces understanding of navigation techniques and safety regulations, along with practical skills in charting and vessel operations. Ready to use and develop navigation and safety protocols in third officer(safety officer) role.
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
Work History
Deck Cadet
Arkas Holding
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted in navigation activities for safe passage planning and efficient voyages.
- Inspected lifesaving and visual-signaling equipment for defects.
- Maintained a clean and hazard-free deck environment through diligent housekeeping tasks.
- Performed deck maintenance and upkeep and reported abnormalities.
- Navigated ship under direction of captain and studied actionable insights to avoid collision.
- Contributed to successful cargo loading and unloading by participating in mooring and anchoring operations.
- Developed technical skills through hands-on experience working with tools, machinery, and equipment on board the ship.
- Improved onboard teamwork by actively taking part in crew training sessions and drills.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to professional growth during the cadetship program.
- Updated, maintained and prepared photocopies of checklists, familiarization lists, and key logs.
- Aided officers in conducting routine checks of lifesaving appliances, firefighting equipment, and navigational devices for optimal functionality.
- Supported deck maintenance projects such as painting, chipping rust, greasing winches, or replacing lines as necessary for optimum ship performance.
- Demonstrated adaptability in various weather conditions, ensuring continued progress towards destination while maintaining safety standards.
- Streamlined docking procedures by assisting with line handling operations during arrival and departure at ports.
- Supported environmental compliance by participating in waste management procedures on board the vessel.
- Chipped, painted and ground deck to maintain structural integrity.
- Increased operational efficiency with thorough knowledge of shipboard systems, including ballast control and stability calculations.
- Checked tank soundings to prevent tank from overflowing or running dry.
- Monitored ship entry and exit points to maintain stringent security measures.
- Reduced risk of accidents by adhering to international maritime regulations and company policies during daily operations.
- Loaded, stored and securely transferred bunkers, oils and bilge to maintain safety and protect natural environment.
- Kept shipboard firefighting and lifesaving equipment properly maintained for use in emergency situations.
- Worked alongside cargo team to conduct safe loading and unloading operations.
- Moored vessels to wharfs with proper use of correct lines.
- Updated logs for onboard equipment and machinery following correct documentation procedures.
- Completed shipboard or shore patrols based on current needs, orders, or objectives.
- Installed, tested and configured new shipboard equipment for use.
- Operated and monitored propulsion and steering systems.
- Directed crew members cleaning, maintaining and painting or varnishing various ship areas.
Deck Cadet
Arkas Holding
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Rigged pilot ladder and lowered gangway to allow pilot to safely board ship.
- Monitored, maintained and updated consumable spares, mechanical stores and tool inventory to achieve economic efficiency and operational robustness.
- Ensured smooth operations by effectively communicating with the bridge team during watchkeeping duties.
- Contributed to fuel conservation efforts by assisting in monitoring and adjusting ballast levels as per the chief officer''s instructions.
- Participated in emergency response efforts to protect life, property, and the marine environment during incidents at sea or in port.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies, spare parts, and consumables as directed by senior officers to ensure availability when needed.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere by collaborating with fellow cadets and senior officers on assigned tasks.
- Enhanced vessel safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of deck equipment.
- Stood watch while underway to facilitate communications and maintain onboard safety and security.
- Followed and helped enforce safety regulations for different ship equipment, systems and work areas.
- Evaluated vessels prior to departure, documented concerns and coordinated timely repairs.
- Supported ship navigation by inspecting, testing and aligning equipment for proper operation.
- Inspected lifesaving and visual-signaling equipment for defects.
- Assisted in navigation activities for safe passage planning and efficient voyages.
- Maintained a clean and hazard-free deck environment through diligent housekeeping tasks.
- Performed deck maintenance and upkeep and reported abnormalities.
- Navigated ship under direction of captain and studied actionable insights to avoid collision.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to professional growth during the cadetship program.
- Improved onboard teamwork by actively taking part in crew training sessions and drills.
- Updated, maintained and prepared photocopies of checklists, familiarization lists, and key logs.
- Aided officers in conducting routine checks of lifesaving appliances, firefighting equipment, and navigational devices for optimal functionality.
- Supported deck maintenance projects such as painting, chipping rust, greasing winches, or replacing lines as necessary for optimum ship performance.
- Demonstrated adaptability in various weather conditions, ensuring continued progress towards destination while maintaining safety standards.
- Increased operational efficiency with thorough knowledge of shipboard systems, including ballast control and stability calculations.
- Checked tank soundings to prevent tank from overflowing or running dry.
- Kept shipboard firefighting and lifesaving equipment properly maintained for use in emergency situations.
- Updated logs for onboard equipment and machinery following correct documentation procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Transportation And Managment Engineering
İstanbul Technical University
İstanbul, Tuzla 04.2001 -
Skills
Navigation expertise
Security awareness
Pollution prevention
Watchkeeping abilities
Cargo handling
Safety management
Firefighting training
Ship maintenance
Mooring operations
Ship handling
Marine communication
Life saving appliances
International regulations
Bridge teamwork
Voyage planning
Problem-solving abilities
Cargo transfer
Work Preference
Work Type
Contract WorkImportant To Me
Career advancementTimeline
Deck Cadet
Arkas Holding
07.2023 - 02.2024
Deck Cadet
Arkas Holding
01.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Transportation And Managment Engineering
İstanbul Technical University
04.2001 -