Hi, I’m
Angelo Calfapietra
Pizzo,VV
Summary
Deck Officer experienced in assisting Chief Officer with ship operations. Skilled in preparing for departure, maneuvering vessel and maintaining accurate and timely logbooks. Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Marnavi S.P.A., GIOIA TAURO PORT
Deck Cadet
04.2023 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Assisted in safe and orderly loading and unloading of ship's cargo in port.
- Recorded and responded to health and safety incidents in line with company and regulations policies and procedures.
- Oversaw and facilitated crew activities including routine maintenance work and emergency repairs.
- Gained awareness of and helped facilitate anchoring, docking and cargo operations.
- Commanded and navigated ships and vessels at sea or on inland waterways.
- Directed deck and bridge watch activities to maintain adequate supervision.
- Supervised maintenance and repair of ships to enforce compliance with specifications and regulations.
- Trained new crew members in safety protocols and established processes to foster top performance.
- Ordered ship supplies according to transport requirements.
- Observed all regulatory requirements related to water transport.
Grimaldi Euromed S.P.A., OCEANIC NAVIGATION - NORTH AMERICA - SOUTH AMERICA
Deck Cadet
11.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Spent 13 months at sea since 2020 , gaining practical, hands-on experience in Oceanic and Inland Navigation .
- Oversaw and facilitated crew activities including routine maintenance work and emergency repairs.
- Inspected equipment regularly to maintain good working order.
- Directed deck and bridge watch activities to maintain adequate supervision.
- Plotted ship navigation routes under review of superior deck officer.
- Monitored vessel position using charts and navigational aids.
- Addressed challenges by proactively identifying and resolving navigation and operational issues.
- Enforced safety protocols for loading and unloading to safeguard cargo and passengers.
- Transmitted and received routine and emergency information with shore stations and other ships.
- Managed highly stressful situations by following adequate procedures with level-headed approach.
- Oversaw cargo and passenger loading and unloading to maintain order.
- Operated ship radar and electronic charts to verify location and navigation data.
- Changed vessel direction and manoeuvred to avoid hazards
- Ordered ship supplies according to transport requirements.
- Assisted in safe and orderly loading and unloading of ship's cargo in port.
- Gained awareness of and helped facilitate anchoring, docking and cargo operations.
- Maintained detailed knowledge of GPS, ARPA and meteorology to assist with navigation plans.
- Utilised both paper and electronic chart systems to support proper navigation.
Grimaldi Euromed S.P.A., MEDITERRANEAN SEA AND NORTH EUROPE
Deck Cadet
04.2022 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Chipped, painted and ground deck to maintain structural integrity
- Operated and maintained vessel propulsion and auxiliary in compliance with regulations, laws, policies and safety recommendations
- Stood watch while underway to facilitate communications and maintain onboard safety and security
- Monitored ship entry and exit points to maintain stringent security measures
- Checked tank soundings and performed daily soundings to prevent tank from overflowing or running dry
- Performed lowering, raising and cleaning of ship's anchor
- Manned small boats and winches and performed minor repairs and maintenance work to keep vessels in service
- Organized and loaded ship storage and cargo using Ship's equipment
- Studied and memorized Navigational terms and references
- Assisted vessel leadership in developing drills and procedures for on-board emergencies and implementing training procedures for crew members.
Grimaldi Euromed S.P.A., MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Deck Cadet
05.2021 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Updated, maintained and prepared photocopies of checklists, familiarization lists and key logs
- Performed deck maintenance and upkeep and reported abnormalities to Chief Officer
- Navigated ship under direction of Deck Officers and studied actionable insights to avoid collision
- Prepared Pre-Arrival Documents, and documents for Company's Agency in arrival Ports
- Rigged pilot ladder and lowered gangway to allow pilot to safely board ship
- Helped Chief Officer to calculate Ship's Stability using EASECON and eventually use Ship's Ballast Tank to upright the Ship
- Prepared under the supervision of Chief Officer Ship's loading plan, calculating thoroughly the correct balancing of weights
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Chipped, painted and ground deck to maintain structural integrity
- Operated and maintained vessel propulsion and auxiliary in compliance with laws, policies and safety recommendations.
Adria Ferries, ADRIATIC SEA, Italy
Deck Cadet
10.2020 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Updated, maintained and prepared photocopies of checklists, familiarization lists and key logs
- Navigated ship under direction of Deck Officers and studied actionable insights to avoid collision
- Checked tank soundings and performed daily soundings to prevent tank from overflowing or running dry
- Reviewed mission requirements and identified appropriate equipment to achieve goals
- Professionally represented Adria Ferries by respecting locals and customs at each port
- Chipped, painted and ground deck to maintain structural integrity
- Operated and maintained vessel propulsion and auxiliary in compliance with laws, policies and safety recommendations
- Inspected lifesaving and visual-signalling equipment for defects
- Updated, maintained and prepared photocopies of checklists, familiarization lists and key logs
- Performed deck maintenance and upkeep and reported abnormalities to Chief Officer
- Checked tank soundings and performed daily soundings to prevent tank from overflowing or running dry
- Inspected and tested fire fighting and lifesaving equipment stored on vessels
- Assisted vessel leadership in developing drills and procedures for on-board emergencies and implementing training procedures for crew members.
Education
International B2 English Speaking Board (International) Ltd , Nola, Italy
ESB Level 1 Certificate in ESOL from English
11.2018
Istituto Tecnico Trasporti E Logistica , Pizzo, Italy
High School Diploma from Nautical Science
09/2014 - 07/2019
MINISTRY OF INFRASTRUCTURES AND TRANSPORT , Rome
Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch from OOW / STCW II/1
12.2023
Ministero Delle Imprese E Del Made in Italy , Rome
GMDSS General Operator's Certificate (IT) from GMDSS
03/2024 - 03/2029
Skills
- Vessel Maintenance
- Security Measures
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Cargo Loading and Unloading
- Boarding Procedures
- Vessel Navigation
- Safe Work Practices
- Plotting Charts
- Cargo Handling
- First Aid
- Tides and sailings
- Marine law
- Mooring and anchoring
- Bridge watch keeping
- Celestial navigation
- Meteorology
- Vessel maintenance
- Record keeping
- Vessel safety equipment
- Anchoring
- Cargo regulations
- Traffic regulations
- Stowage planning
- Mooring
- Cargo loading and unloading
- Emergency response procedures
- Time management
Certification
- 09/10/19 - 10/10/19, Training Course for Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
- 11/10/19 - 11/10/19, Training Course for Security Awareness for Seafarers
- 01/25/20, Training Course for Seafarers and other personnel serving on Passenger Ships
- 10/15/19 - 10/15/19, Training Course for Elementary First Aid on board Ships
- 10/12/19 - 10/14/19, Training Course for Personal Survival Techniques
- 10/16/19 - 10/17/19, Training Course for Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (Basic)
- 03/07/2023 - 05/07/2023, Training in Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than fast rescue boats
- 28/07/2023 - 01/08/2023, Training for "Bridge Resource Management" and "Application of Leadership and Teamwork" training course
- 17/07/2023 - 20/07/202, Training for Use of the Automatic Radar Plotting Aids - (operational level)
- 11/07/2023 - 15/07/2023, Training for Radar Observation and Plotting (operation level)
- 18/09/2023 - 21/09/2023, Training in Advanced Fire Fighting
- 22/07/2023 - 27/07/2023, Training Course on the use of E.C.D.I.S. - operational level
- IMO Certification II/1, Officer in charge of navigational watch other than Chief Mate on ships of 500 GT or more
- GMDSS General Operator's Certificate (IT)
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
Spanish
Beginner
Timeline
Deck Cadet
Marnavi S.P.A.
04.2023 - 05.2023
Deck Cadet
Grimaldi Euromed S.P.A.
11.2022 - 01.2023
Deck Cadet
Grimaldi Euromed S.P.A.
04.2022 - 08.2022
Deck Cadet
Grimaldi Euromed S.P.A.
05.2021 - 09.2021
Deck Cadet
Adria Ferries
10.2020 - 12.2020
International B2 English Speaking Board (International) Ltd
ESB Level 1 Certificate in ESOL from English
11/2018
Istituto Tecnico Trasporti E Logistica
High School Diploma from Nautical Science
09/2014 - 07/2019
MINISTRY OF INFRASTRUCTURES AND TRANSPORT
Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch from OOW / STCW II/1
Ministero Delle Imprese E Del Made in Italy
GMDSS General Operator's Certificate (IT) from GMDSS
03/2024 - 03/2029
- 09/10/19 - 10/10/19, Training Course for Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
- 11/10/19 - 11/10/19, Training Course for Security Awareness for Seafarers
- 01/25/20, Training Course for Seafarers and other personnel serving on Passenger Ships
- 10/15/19 - 10/15/19, Training Course for Elementary First Aid on board Ships
- 10/12/19 - 10/14/19, Training Course for Personal Survival Techniques
- 10/16/19 - 10/17/19, Training Course for Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (Basic)
- 03/07/2023 - 05/07/2023, Training in Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than fast rescue boats
- 28/07/2023 - 01/08/2023, Training for "Bridge Resource Management" and "Application of Leadership and Teamwork" training course
- 17/07/2023 - 20/07/202, Training for Use of the Automatic Radar Plotting Aids - (operational level)
- 11/07/2023 - 15/07/2023, Training for Radar Observation and Plotting (operation level)
- 18/09/2023 - 21/09/2023, Training in Advanced Fire Fighting
- 22/07/2023 - 27/07/2023, Training Course on the use of E.C.D.I.S. - operational level
- IMO Certification II/1, Officer in charge of navigational watch other than Chief Mate on ships of 500 GT or more
- GMDSS General Operator's Certificate (IT)
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