MURAT ÖZDEMİR
Sparrows offshore crane operator stage3
İstanbul,Sisli
Summary
Dear Hiring Manager
I hold a Sparrows Offshore Crane Operator Stage 3 certificate, demonstrating my expertise in safe and efficient crane operations. With experience in lifting operations, rigging, and deck management, I have also worked as an Able Seaman and Roustabout, gaining a well-rounded understanding of drillship operations and the ability to adapt to various roles onboard.
Fluent in English, I communicate effectively with multinational teams in fast-paced environments. My academic background in Marine and Port Management further enhances my maritime operations knowledge.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Offshore Crane Operator/KPS GULTEKIN BEY
Nevzat Aydın Shipping/Karadeniz Powership
Ivory Coast, Abidjan
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Operate a Terex Demag lattice boom crane with a 72-meter boom length and 271-ton lifting capacity.
- Load various power barge-related equipment and materials into the vessel’s holds and deck.
- Unload cargo at designated locations, including power barges,Ships and port facilities.
- Perform general deck and bridge duties as a Able Seaman when not operating the crane.
- Ensure safe and efficient cargo handling in compliance with maritime safety regulations.
Assistant Crane Operator
DS Yavuz/IMO:9503768
06.2021 - 06.2024
- Assistant Crane Operator
- 06/2021 - 06/2024
- In my role as Assistant Crane Operator, I combined technical crane expertise with leadership to ensure safe and efficient offshore operations. I worked closely with crane operators and crew, ensuring clear communication and strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Key Responsibilities & Accomplishments:
- • Operated 100-165 ton knuckle boom cranes for complex lifts (ship-to-ship, heavy lifts, tandem, personnel, and subsea lifts).
- • Managed gantry cranes, davits, and provision cranes, ensuring safe load handling.
- • Supervised and mentored deck crew, collaborating with the Deck Foreman to ensure smooth workflow.
- • Enforced safety measures and conducted equipment checks to ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
- • Participated in risk assessments and safety drills to maintain high safety standards.
- • Gained additional experience in well completion and drilling operations, broadening my offshore expertise.
Roustabout
DS Yavuz/IMO:9503768
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Roustabout & Deck Crew Member
- Duration: 1.5 years
- As a Roustabout and Deck Crew Member, I gained hands-on experience in drilling, deck activities, and safety management, supporting efficient and safe offshore operations.
- Key Responsibilities & Accomplishments:
- • Assisted with drilling equipment maintenance, routine checks, and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
- • Operated heavy machinery under supervision, adhering to site regulations.
- • Participated in emergency response drills, enhancing team readiness.
- • Managed lifting operations (heavy, tandem, and deck lifts), ensuring safe execution with crane operators and deck crew.
- • Supported deck maintenance and SPS activities, ensuring vessel equipment was in optimal condition.
- • Assisted with mooring, docking, and helicopter operations to ensure vessel safety and personnel transfers.
- • Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols and contributed to hazard identification and accident prevention.
Intern
TCDD
06.2016 - 07.2017
- HR Department /As a trainee
- Docking services/As a trainee
Education
Certification - H2s Awareness ınduction
H2s Supervisor on board DS Yavuz
Zonguldak, Blacksea2024
Certification - Respirator Fit Test
H2s Supervisor on board DS Yavuz
Zonguldak, Blacksea2024
Certification - Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations
Ekol Maritime Educational Institution
İstanbul, Maltepe2024
OPİTO Approved - Further Offshore Emergency Training (CA-EBS)
ITUNOVA
İstanbul, Tuzla2023
Certification - Offshore Crane Operator Stage 3-Re Assessment
ALTRAD SPARROWS
Abu Dhabi 2025.07 - 2027.07
Certification - Banksman Slinger
IOTA Training
Zonguldak, Blacksea2023
Certification - Forklift Truck Operator
IOTA Training
Zonguldak, Blacksea2023
Certification - Confined Space Rescue
IOTA Training
Zonguldak, Blacksea2023
Certification - Rescue at Height(using Gotcha kit)
IOTA Training
Zonguldak, Blacksea2023
Certification - Rescue at Height
IOTA Training
Zonguldak, Blacksea2023
Certification - Overhead Riser Gantry Crane
IOTA Training
Zonguldak, Blacksea2023
Certification - Working at Height Awareness
IOTA Training
Zonguldak, Blacksea2023
Certification - Confined Space Entry Awareness
IOTA Training
Zonguldak, Blacksea2023
Certification - Helideck Emergency Response Team Member
IOTA Training
Zonguldak, Blacksea2023
Certification - Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
İstanbul, Tuzla2023
Certification - Designated security duties
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
İstanbul, Tuzla2017
Certification - Personal survival techniques training
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
İstanbul, Tuzla2017
Certification - Security awareness
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
İstanbul, Tuzla2017
Certification - Security - Related familiarization
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
İstanbul, Tuzla2017
Certification - Related Personal safety and social responsibility training
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
İstanbul, Tuzla2017
Certification - Elementary first aid training
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
İstanbul, Tuzla2017
Certification - Fire prevention and fire fighting training
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
İstanbul, Tuzla2017
Certification - Navigational watch keeping
Piri Reis University
İstanbul, Tuzla2017
Certification - Restricted Radio Operator
Piri Reis University
İstanbul, Tuzla2016
Skills
- Proactive learning
- Excellent safety policy knowledge
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Forklift operation
- Hazardous material transport
- Crane operation techniques
- Maintenance and repair
- Working at height
- Equipment inspections
- Rigging knowledge
- Loading and unloading
- Emergency procedures knowledge
- Heavy machinery transport
Certification
- Piri Reis University/2014-2017
- Completed the first year at an English preparatory school to strengthen language skills.
- Continued with major coursework in Marine and Port Management ,maintaining a GPA of 3.37/4. Honor Degree
- Pursued certifications required for the Restricted Watchkeeping Officer (RWO) license.
- Currently in progress to complete the Deck Cadet period and fulfill licensing requirements.
Languages
ENGLISH
Advanced
C1
Additional Information
- www.linkedin.com/in/muratozdemirr
Additional information
- Nearest Airport is İstanbul Airport
- I have valid Schengen Visa (Type C)Multi pass
- Expiry date is 27/11/2025
Timeline
Certification - Offshore Crane Operator Stage 3-Re Assessment
ALTRAD SPARROWS
2025.07 - 2027.07
Offshore Crane Operator/KPS GULTEKIN BEY
Nevzat Aydın Shipping/Karadeniz Powership
02.2025 - 07.2025
Assistant Crane Operator
DS Yavuz/IMO:9503768
06.2021 - 06.2024
Roustabout
DS Yavuz/IMO:9503768
08.2019 - 06.2021
Intern
TCDD
06.2016 - 07.2017
Certification - H2s Awareness ınduction
H2s Supervisor on board DS Yavuz
Certification - Respirator Fit Test
H2s Supervisor on board DS Yavuz
Certification - Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations
Ekol Maritime Educational Institution
OPİTO Approved - Further Offshore Emergency Training (CA-EBS)
ITUNOVA
Certification - Banksman Slinger
IOTA Training
Certification - Forklift Truck Operator
IOTA Training
Certification - Confined Space Rescue
IOTA Training
Certification - Rescue at Height(using Gotcha kit)
IOTA Training
Certification - Rescue at Height
IOTA Training
Certification - Overhead Riser Gantry Crane
IOTA Training
Certification - Working at Height Awareness
IOTA Training
Certification - Confined Space Entry Awareness
IOTA Training
Certification - Helideck Emergency Response Team Member
IOTA Training
Certification - Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
Certification - Designated security duties
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
Certification - Personal survival techniques training
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
Certification - Security awareness
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
Certification - Security - Related familiarization
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
Certification - Related Personal safety and social responsibility training
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
Certification - Elementary first aid training
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
Certification - Fire prevention and fire fighting training
PİRİ REİS UNİVERSİTY
Certification - Navigational watch keeping
Piri Reis University
Certification - Restricted Radio Operator
Piri Reis University