Experience

Warsash Maritime School

• United Kingdom
• Maritime Transportation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Commercial Business Manager (Maritime)

  • Mar 2023 - Present



Wallem Group

• Hong Kong
• Maritime Transportation
• 700 & Above Employee

• Head of Training, Ship Management

  • Aug 2020 - Mar 2023



World Maritime University

• Sweden
• Higher Education
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Research Project Assistant

  • Oct 2019 - Jul 2020

  Responsible for the primary data collection and analysis and co-author of the WMU research project, funded by the ITF Seafarers' Trust: "Evaluating the implementation of the current maritime regulatory framework on rest and work hours" The associated research activities broadly aimed to achieve the following: (1) Investigate stakeholder perceptions of the capacity of the current international regulatory framework to effectively prevent fatigue and to mitigate the consequences relating to ship safety and security, as well as seafarers’ health; (2) To assess the barriers to effective implementation onboard ships; and (3) To evaluate the level of enforcement of the current regulatory regime. Show less



Maritime Training Enterprise (Pty) Ltd

• Cape Town Area, South Africa

• Managing Director

  • Apr 2016 - Mar 2020

  As founder of Maritime Training Enterprise (MTE), I am passionate about seeing lives transformed through quality training, human capital development, and the acquisition of a broader range of skills that prepare graduates for gainful employment in the Maritime Industry and beyond - thus the driving force behind establishing thís 'Enterprise' Enterprise (ˈɛntəˌpraɪz) n 1. a project or undertaking, esp. one that requires boldness or effort 2. participation in such projects 3. readiness to embark on new ventures; boldness and energy Operation Phakisa and other similar local content initiatives across Africa are placing huge emphasis on skills development and to creating an alternate supply of seafarers in, and for Africa. Training with the intent to purely increase the number of graduates will not suffice in creating a source of seafarers that can compete Internationally, and meet the ever increasing and stringent safety and Owner/Charterer requirements – especially in a market flooded with newly graduated Junior Officers and Ratings. It is therefore of paramount importance that specialist skill-sets are continually developed in order to set new graduates apart from the ‘minimum requirements’, and that we actively create and market employment opportunities, both locally and Internationally. This same principle also applies to existing seafarers in the Industry - Merchant Navy, Fishing and Cruise Liners - to ensure continuous development, career prospects and subsequent progression through the ranks. It is MTE’s intention, through partnership with our network of Industry Specialists, to ensure our services are of the highest quality and offer gainful employment opportunities to seafarers throughout Africa, the Indian Ocean Islands and further afield - benefits of our services extend directly to Employers, Sponsors and Investors. Show less



South African International Maritime Institute (SAIMI)

• South Africa
• Maritime Transportation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• National Cadet Programme Manager

  • Jan 2017 - Jun 2018

  SAIMI is managing the National Cadet Programme (NCP), which is currently funded by the National Skills Fund. The NCP funding covers the practical training phases required for a Deck or Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency, as Regulated and Administrated by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA), upon final completion of all statutory requirements. The practical training phases include the following- i. Minimum 12 months seatime as part of an accelerated training programme, as accredited by SAMSA according to the STCW Convention, as amended ii. SAMSA accredited STCW basic-, advanced- and ancillary courses as required under the STCW Convention, as amended (This includes Simulation Training) iii. SAMSA accredited Practical Workshop Skills Training – required by Marine Engineer Officers Entry requirements into the NCP- i. Pass all academic requirements / theoretical components of the Deck or Marine Engineer Officer programme, from a SAMSA accredited training institution. Current training institutions accredited by SAMSA that offer these programmes: • Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT), Cape Town • Durban University of Technology (DUT), Durban • Sea Safety Training Group (SSTG), Cape Town ii. Pass a SAMSA medical examination; i.e. obtain a ‘Fit for Duty’ medical certificate, issued by a SAMSA accredited Medical Practitioner iii. Pass a SAMSA eyesight test, administered by SAMSA iv. Other: • Meet the Shipowners’ selection criteria (this may include Predictive Indexing and/or Ability Profiling Assessments) • Shipowners may enforce an age limited to new entrant cadets, 18 to 25 years Upon successful completion of all statutory requirements, cadets will undergo the final Level 3 Assessment, which entails an Oral Examination by SAMSA Examiners. Successfully passing this assessment will lead to Graduates obtaining a Certificate of Competency (COC) as either a Deck Officer, or Marine Engineer Officer. Show less



Marine Crew Services Limited

• United Kingdom
• Maritime
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Operations & Marketing Manager

  • Jan 2016 - Mar 2016

  Responsible for the day-to-day Operations of both the Crewing and Training divisions in SA and Africa - this includes fulfilling the role of the designated Company Training Officer, as accredited by the South African Maritime Safety Authority.Marketing and Business Development of our brand and services.Human Resources and ISO Administrator for the MCS/MBC Group of Companies.

• Training & Marketing Manager - Africa Division

  • Jan 2015 - Mar 2016

  Develop, implement and manage MCS African training initiatives –outside of South Africa. This includes all aspects: marketing, budgeting, auditing and reporting to our various International Clients and the MCS Board.In addition, I am also the ISO Administrator for Marine Crew Services and MCS EXCO Member.



RKOffshore Management Pte Ltd

• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Crewing Executive

  • Jun 2014 - Dec 2014

  I have been seconded to RKO head office in Singapore for a period of 6 months in the position of Crewing Manager. • Responsible for the direct vessel management of RKO vessels in terms of Crewing and Personnel Management; maintaining international, client and offshore requirements at all times. • Responsible for individual vessel budgets and crew contracts/payroll, invoicing allocation. • Draft and implementation of amendment to RKO Crewing and Training Policy and Procedure for inclusion in RKO SMS in line with new industry and client requirements set forth. • Develop RKO Crew Rotation Planning for implementation to ensure continuity onboard and career development for officers and ratings • Registration and application for Certificate of Approval as Marshall Island Filing Agent for all RKO Crewing Executives • Assist RKO HSES Department to close out observations and findings relating to crewing matters as may be required from time to time as well as disciplinary procedures and documentation. • Conducting Third Party Audits on Manning Agents, Medical Facilities & Clinics and Training Institutions. • Liaise with Singapore Maritime Authority (MPA) as required to ensure RKOffshore Management and respective Singapore flagged vessels meet the requirements in terms of electronic crew change procedures. • Research and source suitable Crew Management Software Solutions to meet the various Management Reporting and day-to-day operational requirements of RKO as relating to crewing and training. • Draft third-party Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the training of Nigerian Cadets onboard RKO vessels. • Draft and Develop RKO Database and Crew Retention Record • Liaising with vessel insurers to ensure Crew Managers (Manning Agents) are adequately covered by vessel P&I insurance cover as appropriate Show less



Marine Crew Services SA (Pty) Ltd

• Cape Town Area, South Africa

• General Manager

  • Mar 2013 - May 2014

  As General Manager I am, amongst others, ultimately responsible for the following key areas: - Crew Management - Logistics and Placements: officers, ratings and cadets - Crew Employment Contracting - conditions of service - Drafting and Implementation of Policy and Procedures - Preparation of Crew Budgets and Quotations - Wage Determination and Negotiation - Drafting Client Service Level Agrrement, Contracts and Budgets - Training - officers, ratings and cadets - Supervision and Authorisation of Seastaff Payroll - Day to Day MCS Financial Management - Accounts, Budgets, Invoicing, Debtors and Creditors, Cash flow management, Daily Accounts Authorisation, Cashfocus Payments, Allowances etc. - Monthly Statistical Reporting - Staff Management and Training - Also work on New Bussiness Development and Proposals Show less



Marine Crew Services

• Cape Town Area, South Africa

• Marine Training Manager

  • Jun 2011 - Feb 2013

  Oversee and Manage Training Programme of Cadets, Officers and Artisans. Preparing Budgets and Costings for Clients and scheduling training courses accordingly. Cadet/Officer logistics to/from safety courses. As Company Training Offiicer I evaluate and sign off cadet onboard record training books and projects as required by the South African Maritime Safety Authority. Oversee and Manage Training Programme of Cadets, Officers and Artisans. Preparing Budgets and Costings for Clients and scheduling training courses accordingly. Cadet/Officer logistics to/from safety courses. As Company Training Offiicer I evaluate and sign off cadet onboard record training books and projects as required by the South African Maritime Safety Authority.



Steiner Leisure Limited

• United States
• Travel Arrangements
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Fitness Trainer

  • 2008 - 2009

  Presenting Seminars on Detoxification, Healthy Eating, How to get a Flat Stomach as well as Educating and Training Clients in the Fitness Centre onboard. I also gave Spinning Classes, Yoga, Pilates and Aerobic Classes Presenting Seminars on Detoxification, Healthy Eating, How to get a Flat Stomach as well as Educating and Training Clients in the Fitness Centre onboard. I also gave Spinning Classes, Yoga, Pilates and Aerobic Classes



Land Rover Midrand

• Johannesburg Area, South Africa

• Sales Executive

  • Mar 2007 - Feb 2008

  New Vehicle Sales New Vehicle Sales



Virgin Active

• United Kingdom
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Personal Trainer

  • Jan 2004 - Feb 2007

  Personal Fitness Training Programmes to help clients meet their fitness and lifestyle goals through exercise and by following proper healthy eating guidelines Personal Fitness Training Programmes to help clients meet their fitness and lifestyle goals through exercise and by following proper healthy eating guidelines