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ASSIGNMENT PORTFOLIO (CV)
Karl L Cregeen
Email: k.l.cregeen@gmail.com
Tel: 07970511329
CURRENT AVAILABILITY
After a very busy 2023 and having secured an exciting project for the start of 2024, I'm now looking for Client Rep / Party Chief projects from May 1st 2024
PROFILE
I entered the offshore survey world in 2012, following a successful career in the UK Armed Forces (Royal Navy – 9 Years), I gained and strengthened my knowledge and experience in the areas of vessel and personnel safety procedures, risk factors and leadership during this time.
While both employed and freelance as a Geophysical/Geotechnical engineer, I've been able to promote and enforce a positive safety culture within each vessel I've worked on. This prompted me to further my knowledge and move into the Health & Safety arena by completing a NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, after which, I have completed an IMCA/IOGP recognised Client Representative course to instruct and advise from an informed standpoint.
I have recently diverted my efforts towards Offshore Client Rep roles. I'm positive that my engineering background has enabled me to promote HSE from both the contractor and client’s perspective whilst having a clear understanding of how the two safety management systems need to combine, to provide an effective and proactive onboard safety culture. Having worked my way up from deck level, I have the credibility and the ability to empathise with the crew and still ensure the client's expectations are also reached, if not surpassed. The empathy I maintain with the crew allows me the ability to Intervene when necessary and engage with the crew members, pointing out procedural measures which need to be adhered to. Constantly ensuring the safety of the operation and building the crew’s morale in the process.
I can assess the behavioural risks involved and ensure the project conforms to both UK HSE and IMCA legislation.
Occupational Health and Safety should always be at the forefront of any Industry. However, life offshore is inherently dangerous and brings with it a unique need for more stringent health and safety measures. I believe that my experience at sea, both in the Royal Navy and in the offshore energy sector provides an equally unique perspective, whilst having a firm approach of safety first.
I tend to be a logical and organised person whilst having the flexibility to diversify as the project dictates in a timely and efficient manner.
My aim for 2023 (my fifth year as an independent consultant engaged offshore on major projects), is to seek assignments which will engage my HSE expertise and approachable deminer, enabling me to become a valued Client Rep / HSE Advisor for both the client and those on board the vessel and to continue to develop my HSE qualifications with Membership of IOSH.
Throughout my working life and particularly in the oil and gas and now the renewables industry, experience has taught me:
· The importance of continuously assessing the situation. Thorough contingency planning is key to a timely completion date.
· By supporting as well as motivating both the team and the individual you will achieve more from them, than if you are dictatorial and obstructive.
· A thorough understanding of each other’s roles and promoting real time co-operation, at all levels, leads to increase levels of efficiency and reduces vessel and equipment downtime.
CERTIFICATION
Certified for worldwide deployment:
OPITO - OGUK Medical Certificate
OPITO - BOSIET with CA EBS (5750) & (5700) includes HUET EBS
MCA / IMO - ENG1 Medical Certificate
MCA / IMO - STCW10 Personal Survival Techniques, Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting
MCA / IMO - STCW95 Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities & Elementary First Aid
MCA / IMO - Security - Proficiency in Security Awareness
MCA / IMO - Seamans Discharge Book No. DB00085614
MCA / IMO – British Seamans Card No. SC00016362
Currently hold B1/B2 & C1/D USA Visa's valid until August 2026
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION
NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety
IMCA/IOGP Recognised Client representative course
Portsmouth University, Foundation Degree in Electronic Engineering, Distinction
BTEC Higher National Certificate in Mechanical & Production Engineering.
City & Guilds Licentiateship Award in Mechanical Engineering Maintenance.
City & Guilds Licentiateship Award in Engineering Management.
13+ years’ experience with hydraulic systems design and engineering.
9+ years’ experience in Military Systems Engineering within the Royal Navy.
9+ years' experience within Geophysical engineer – Encompassing Geotechnical aspects.
EXPERIENCE / ASSIGNMENTS
Freelance Client Rep/Part Chief & Geophysical Engineer (with USA B1/B2 & C1/D Visa)Deck I/C & Safety Officer
Currently working as a freelance Client Rep/Party Chief with occasional Survey Engineer Projects to keep my skills current. Conducting Geophysical surveys for various companies around the world either in a Supervisory role on behalf of the end client as their representative on board or Party Chief of the Survey, within these roles my duties included but not limited to:
Daily liaison with the Client Rep or Party Chief (Dependant on which role I’m in) to discuss planning for the project together with HSE reporting.Daily meeting with the Captain & Contractors regarding all matters operational and HSE including, unannounced compliance checks and safety observation duties of the work site operations. Safety Coaching Presentations and periodic monitoring and review of JSA’s and RA.Operational procedures review, complacency reduction and fatigue management assessments giving guidance. Daily liaison and permitting compliance notifications including SIMOPS avoidance with other vessels and agencies also working in the survey area including Nord Stream. HSSE reporting to GEOxyz, shore side establishments, ultimately taking total responsibility for the quality and coverage of data for the entire project before DEMOB.Within my roles as a Survey Engineer, I cover Piloting and maintaining Various Scanfish setup’s, SSS, Sparkers, Bang Boxes, SBP and Magnetometers (Gradiometer's/TVG) and Boomers Plates – whilst conducting first level Quality control of Data. As Deck I/C I had the responsibility to ensure the safety of all personnel during deployments and recoveries of equipment, this involved conducting competent toolbox meetings whilst conforming to both MCA and UK HSE Legislation. The Ability to assess the Inherent and behavioural risks involved with working upon a busy survey deck at sea was paramount to ensure the Safety of the crew.
GEOXYZ – PARTY CHIEF
2023 - PARTY CHIEF - Joined the vessel as Party Chief during a particularly busy time. The current plan had over-run by a week or so and we still had several assets to Investigate for the scope of work.
In all there were 4 separate projects ranging from cable crossing verification and OSS platform Inspections to UXO Investigation and determination, so a very wide range of survey operations each with their own kick off meetings, HIRA meetings and vessel planning involved. Added to this was the added scenarios of crew planning and crew changes, not to mention planning pertinent to calibrations of equipment, all of which had to be done in very quick succession.
I found my time on board as Party Chief hugely beneficial from a man management point of view. The workings of a busy vessel are a mean feat to try and accommodate and having this compounded by various projects and clients made for a very good learning experience for me.
Duties included but not limited to:
Daily liaison with the Client rep onboard for four separate clients (50 Hertz/ RTE/Elia/EODC) to discuss planning for project together with HSE reporting.
Daily meeting with the Captain & Contractors (Vriezoo.Bv for ROV & Herman Sr.BV for vessel) regarding all matters operational and HSE including, unannounced compliance checks and safety observation duties of the work site operations.
Safety Coaching Presentations and periodic monitoring and review of JSA’s and RA.
Operational procedures review, complacency reduction and fatigue management assessments giving guidance. Daily liaison and permitting compliance notifications including SIMOPS avoidance with other vessels and agencies also working in the survey area including Nord Stream.
HSSE reporting to GEOxyz, shore side establishments, ultimately taking total responsibility for the quality and coverage of data for the entire project before DEMOB.
4C OFFSHORE / CLIENT REPRESENTATIVE
2023 4C Offshore – Offshore Client Representative
Joined the project team during the vessel mobilisation to assist in contractor audit close outs and the project briefings to the crew of the vessel. Assisted with QA/QC duties during the in port and offshore calibrations phase and then deployed with the vessel offshore to complete the required SOW.
Duties included but not limited to:
Daily liaison with 4C Offshore, National Grid & Scottish Power Energy via Teams to advise upon progress and quality of the project together with HSE reporting.
Daily meeting with the Captain & Contractors (Tecnoambiante & Hydrafix) regarding all matters operational and HSE including, unannounced compliance checks and safety observation duties of the work site operations.
Safety Coaching Presentations and periodic monitoring and review of JSA’s and RA.
Operational procedures review, complacency reduction and fatigue management assessments giving guidance.
Daily liaison and permitting compliance notifications including SIMOPS avoidance with other vessels and agencies also working in the survey area.
HSSE reporting to 4C Offshore, shore side establishments, ultimately taking total responsibility for the quality and coverage of data for the entire project before DEMOB.
SUBCOM LLC – GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEERING
Jan – March 2023 Subcom LLC – Geophysical Engineering As part of an engineering team Mobbing the vessel from having No sesnsors to having a full Survey suite on board Ocean Surveyor, Then diagnosing and overcoming external Issues to create a workable Survey spread. Following this I undertook the role of Online Geophysical Engineer on Ocean Surveyor and with Combined Side scan Sonar and Sub bottom profiler with a towed (Piggyback) Magnetometer. WE also conducted Geotechnical Piston coring and CPT operations (Piston Coring I undertook and helped the Geotech specialist with CPT Ops. I was established as Nightshift Survey Tech which involved conducting a competent toolbox meeting whilst conforming to both MCA and UK HSE Legislation. The Ability to asses the Inherent and behavioural risks involved with working upon a busy survey deck at sea was paramount to ensure the Safety of the crew. This project was for mediteranian route development.
SULMARA LTD - (ROV) SURVEY ENGINEER
November 2022 - Sulmara Ltd Working alongside a dedicated ROV crew to conduct a Geophysical
Survey together with Pipe Tracking and Environmental aspects into Greek waters. Attached to a sled underneath and around the Magnum 212 ROV were a combined Edgetech DSS 2000 Sidescan Sonar/ Sub bottom profiler, a TSS 440 & 350 Pipe tracker system, A Valeport Sound Velocity Profiler, Independent Bathometer and various Altimeters, R2 Sonic dual Multibeam system, as well as three Pan and tilt Spinner HD Camera’s and a Tritech Gemini 720i Sonar Camera with video and still photography through a DVR for the Environmental aspect of the contract. All networked via MOXA Nport switchgear and an INNOVA Matrix Mk2+ Mux (Fibre Optic multiplexer system). Also mounted on a retractable pole on the port side of the ship was a further, R2Sonic multi beam which in turn supplied a trigger pulse for an Innomar SBP, Valeport Mini IPS and SVS. The ROV system took it’s Gyro and stability from a Phins Unit coupled to a DVL and there were two further G4 Octans Gryo’s in the wetlab and on the Side pole.
As the night shift Engineer I was ultimately responsible for all Sensor’s and equipment which was not pertaining to the actual running and Motion of the ROV. From the SSS and SBP & TSS.
VAN OORD LTD - SURVEY TECHNICIAN
May 2022 – July 2022 and October 2022 Van Oord Systems As part of the survey department I’m
responsible for strategizing modifications to a fleet of vessels to incorporate changes of use for the
ever changing scope of a construction project. This involved the structural and cable modifications to
fit Trimble positioning systems, R2 Sonic Multibeams, GAPS systems for ROV Tracking and Fitting an
Artemis pipe lay tracking to a vessel for ensuring correct burial depth. My role also involved Low Tide
Drone Surveys of the cable burial site utilizing a DJI Phantom 4 RTK Drone. This was for the Greater
Changhua windfarm project in Taiwan.
STEMA SYSTEMS/VAN OORD- GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER
Stema Systems/Van Oord Ltd -Geophysical Engineering As part of an engineering team mobbing each part of the Survey suite sensors comprising of Magnetometer, Side Scan Sonar, Single Channel Sparker and Hydrophone in turn to complete a multi level survey of the Dos Bocas port area of Mexico. This also involved conducting a competent toolbox meeting whilst conforming to both MCA, Mexican and UK HSE Legislation. The Ability to asses the Inherent and behavioural risks involved with working upon a busy and small survey deck at sea was paramount to ensure the Safety of the crew. This project was part of a Re-development of the port for State -Owned oil & gas refinery Petreleos Mexicanos (PEMEX) in the port of Dos Bacos.
EGS AMERICAS LTD - GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER
October 2021 – December 2021 EGS Americas Ltd – Geophysical Engineering As part of an engineering team Mobbing the vessel from having No sesnsors to having a full Survey suite on board Leeway Striker near shore vessel. Online Geophysical Engineer on Leeway Striker with Side scan Sonar, Innomar Sub bottom profiler and Magnetometer TVG Frame simultaneously . This also involved conducting a competent toolbox meeting whilst conforming to both MCA and UK HSE Legislation. The Ability to asses the Inherent and behavioural risks involved with working upon a busy and small survey deck at sea was paramount to ensure the Safety of the crew. This project was for a Windfarm survey for Orstead.
GEOXYZ LTD - GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER
August 2021 – September 2021 GEOxyz Ltd – Geophysical Engineering As part of an engineering team Mobbing the vessel from having No sesnsors to having a full Survey suite on board Geo Ocean 3, Then diagnosing and overcoming external Issues to create a workable Survey spread. Following this I undertook the role of Online Geophysical Engineer on Geo Ocean3 and Vantage Glomar with Side scan Sonar and Innomar Sub bottom profiler. Built and tested three Magnetometer TVG frames for later in the projects scope of work. I was established as Nightshift Survey Tech which involved conducting a competent toolbox meeting whilst conforming to both MCA and UK HSE Legislation. The Ability to asses the Inherent and behavioural risks involved with working upon a busy survey deck at sea was paramount to ensure the Safety of the crew. This project was for a Windfarm survey for Equinor.
NEXT GEOSOLUTIONS LTD – GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEERING, DECK I/C & SAFETY OFFICER
March 2021 - June 2021 NEXT GEO As part of an engineering team Mobbing the vessel from having No sesnsors to having a full Survey suite on board Ievoli Blue, Then diagnosing and overcoming external Issues to create a workable Survey spread. Following this I undertook the role of Online Geophysical Engineer on both Ievoli Blue and Vantage Glomar with Side scan Sonar complete with a towed 'piggyback' Magnetomer and Sub bottom profiler. As Deck I/C and Nightshift Leader responsible for conducting toolbox meetings assessing risks involved with all deck operations as part of a 4man 24hr watch system, ensuring the safety of all personnel during deployments and recoveries of equipment. This involved conducting a competent toolbox meeting whilst conforming to both MCA and UK HSE Legislation. The Ability to asses the Inherent and behavioural risks involved with working upon a busy survey deck at sea was paramount to ensure the Safety of the crew. This project was for a Windfarm cable route survey for Tennet Ltd
EGS LTD / GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER
Jan 2021 – March 2021 EGS Ltd Operating and maintaining the following equipment – Edgetech SSS, Dual Magnetometer (Gradiometer / TVG), Geo Marine Single channel sparker, Innomar SBP (Chirper) utilising the following software packages:-Mini-Trace2 GeoMarine Single trace Software, Edgetech Discovery Software, Geosurvey Magnetometer software, Innomar Seswin software, whilst conducting periodic Velocity dips using the AML moving vessel profiler system and MVP Controller. Also Deck I/C and Nightshift Leader responsible for conducting toolbox meetings assessing risks involved with all deck operations as part of a 4man 24hr watch system, ensuring the safety of all personnel during deployments and recoveries of equipment, this involved conducting a competent toolbox meetings whilst conforming to both MCA and UK HSE Legislation. The Ability to asses the Inherent and behavioural risks involved with working upon a busy survey deck at sea was paramount to ensure the Safety of the crew. This project was for a Windfarm site survey in the USA for Vinyard Wind.
EGS LTD - GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER / DECK I/C & SAFETY OFFICER
Oct 2020 – Nov 2020 - EGS Ltd - Operating and maintaining the following equipment – Edgetech SSS, Dual Magnetometer (Gradiometer / TVG), Geo Marine Single channel sparker, Innomar SBP (Chirper) utilising the following software packages:-Mini-Trace2 GeoMarine Single trace Software, Edgetech Discovery Software, Geosurvey Magnetometer software, Innomar Seswin software, whilst conducting periodic Velocity dips using the AML moving vessel profiler system and MVP Controller. Also deck I/C and dayshift Leader responsible for conducting toolbox meetings assessing risks involved with all deck operations as part of a 3man 12hr watch system. This project was for a Windfarm site survey in the USA for Vineyard Wind.
NEXT GEOPHYSICAL LTD / GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER (ROV)
May 2020 – August 2020 NEXT Geosolutions Ltd -Working alongside a dedicated ROV crew (Oceaneering Ltd) to conduct a Geophysical Survey together with Pipe Tracking and Environmental aspects from the UK into German, Dutch & Danish waters.
Attached to a sled underneath and around the Magnum 212 ROV were a combined Edgetech DSS 2000 Sidescan Sonar/ Sub bottom profiler, a TSS 440 & 350 Pipe tracker system, A Valeport Sound Velocity Profiler, Independent Bathometer and various Altimeters, R2 Sonic dual Multibeam system, as well as three Pan and tilt Spinner HD Camera’s and a Tritech Gemini 720i Sonar Camera with video and still photography through a DVR for the Environmental aspect of the contract. All networked via MOXA Nport switchgear and an INNOVA Matrix Mk2+ Mux (Fibre Optic multiplexer system). Also mounted on a retractable pole on the port side of the ship was a further, R2Sonic multi beam which in turn supplied a trigger pulse for an Innomar SBP, Valeport Mini IPS and SVS. The ROV system took it’s Gyro and stability from a Phins Unit coupled to a DVL and there were two further G4 Octans Gryo’s in the wetlab and on the Side pole.
As the night shift Engineer I was ultimately responsible for all Sensor’s and equipment which was not pertaining to the actual running and Motion of the ROV. From the SSS and SBP & TSS 440/350 Pipe tracker on the ROV to the correct operation of the Camera’s ensuring clear and visible data.
This project was On Board Ievoli Amber for a cable route crossing from the UK to Denmark for Viking Link Ltd working on behalf of NEXT Geotechnical Ltd
EGS LTD / GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER, DECK I/C & SAFETY OFFICER
Dec 2019 – Jan 2020 EGS Ltd -Operating and maintaining the following equipment – Edgetech SSS, Dual Magnetometer (Gradiometer / TVG), Geo Marine Single channel sparker, Innomar SBP (Chirper) utilising the following software packages:-Mini-Trace2 GeoMarine Single trace Software, Edgetech Discovery Software, Geosurvey Magnetometer software, Innomar Seswin software, whilst conducting periodic Velocity dips using the AML moving vessel profiler system and MVP Controller. Also deck I/C and dayshift Leader responsible for conducting toolbox meetings assessing risks involved with all deck operations as part of a 3man 12hr watch system. This project was for a Windfarm site survey in the USA for Orsted.
EGS LTD / GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER, DECK I/C AND SAFETY OFFICER
Nov 2019 – Dec 2019 EGS Ltd - Operating and maintaining the following equipment – Edgetech SSS, Dual Magnetometer (Gradiometer / TVG), Geo Marine Single channel sparker, Innomar SBP (Chirper) utilising the following software packages:-Mini-Trace2 GeoMarine Single trace Software, Edgetech Discovery Software, Geosurvey Magnetometer software, Innomar Seswin software, whilst conducting periodic Velocity dips using the AML moving vessel profiler system and MVP Controller. Also Deck I/C and Nightshift Leader responsible for conducting toolbox meetings assessing risks involved with all deck operations as part of a 4man 24hr watch system. This project was for a Windfarm site survey in the USA for Orsted.
EGS LTD / GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER, DECK I/C & SAFETY OFFICER
Nov 2019 – Dec 2019 EGS Ltd - Operating and maintaining the following equipment – Edgetech SSS, Dual Magnetometer (Gradiometer / TVG), Geo Marine Single channel sparker, Innomar SBP (Chirper) utilising the following software packages:-Mini-Trace2 GeoMarine Single trace Software, Edgetech Discovery Software, Geosurvey Magnetometer software, Innomar Seswin software, whilst conducting periodic Velocity dips using the AML moving vessel profiler system and MVP Controller. Also Deck I/C and Nightshift Leader responsible for conducting toolbox meetings assessing risks involved with all deck operations as part of a 4man 24hr watch system. This project was for a Windfarm site survey in the USA for Orsted.
GARDLINE LTD / GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER
May 2019 – June 2019 Gardline Ltd - Operating and maintaining the following equipment – Edgetech SSS, Dual Magnetometer (Gradiometer / TVG), Geo Marine Multi channel Sparker , Gardline Single channel sparker, Innomar SBP (Chirper) utilising the following software packages:-Edgetech Discovery Software, Gardline Geosurvey Magnetometer software, Innomar Seswin software, Gardline netSBP and Gardline Microseis whilst conducting periodic Velocity dips using the AML moving vessel profiler system and MVP Controller. Also conducting toolbox meetings assessing risks involved with all deck operations as part of a 4man 24hr watch system. This project was for a Windfarm site survey in the USA for Orsted.
EGS LTD - GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER / DECK I/C & SAFETY OFFICER
Aug 2019 – Sept 2019 EGS Ltd - Operating and maintaining the following equipment – Edgetech SSS, Dual Magnetometer (Gradiometer / TVG), Geo Marine Single channel sparker, Innomar SBP (Chirper) utilising the following software packages:-Mini-Trace2 GeoMarine Single trace Software, Edgetech Discovery Software, Geosurvey Magnetometer software, Innomar Seswin software, whilst conducting periodic Velocity dips using the AML moving vessel profiler system and MVP Controller. Also deck I/C and dayshift Leader responsible for conducting toolbox meetings assessing risks involved with all deck operations as part of a 3man 12hr watch system. This project was for a Windfarm site survey in the USA for Vineyard Wind.
ALPINE OCEAN USA / GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER
April 2019 – May 2019 Alpine Ocean USA - Operating and maintaining Edgetech SSS, dual Magnetometer (Gradiometer / TVG), Geo Marine Sparker and Innomar SBP (Chirper) within a two 4man 24 hr watch system – Utilising Innomar Seswin SBP software, Sonarwis5 Magnetometer software and Edgetech Discovery software. Involved in all Aft deck deployment and recovery operations whilst helping the Marine Engineers/Bridge Crew with moving Anchor operations and giving concise handovers to the following crew. This project was for a mediteranian Cable route development su.
EGS LTD – GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEERING AND DECK I/C & SAFETY OFFICER
Feb 2019 – March 2019 EGS Ltd – Operating and maintaining the following equipment – Edgetech SSS, Dual Magnetometer (Gradiometer / TVG), Geo Marine Single channel sparker, Innomar SBP (Chirper) utilising the following software packages:-Mini-Trace2 GeoMarine Single trace Software, Edgetech Discovery Software, Geosurvey Magnetometer software, Innomar Seswin software, whilst conducting periodic Velocity dips using the AML moving vessel profiler system and MVP Controller. Also Deck I/C and Dayshift Leader responsible for conducting toolbox meetings assessing risks involved with all deck operations as part of a 4man 24hr watch system, ensuring the safety of all personnel during deployments and recoveries of equipment, this involved conducting a competent toolbox meeting whilst conforming to both MCA and UK HSE Legislation. The Ability to assess the Inherent and behavioural risks involved with working upon a busy survey deck at sea was paramount to ensure the Safety of the crew.. This project was for a Windfarm site survey in the USA for Vinyard Wind.
BIBBY HYDROMAP LTD / GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER
Oct 2018 – Dec 2018 Bibby Hydromap Ltd - Operating and maintaining Edgetech SSS, Magnetometer and SBP utilising Coda/Edgetech/Innomar Software packages and Exel Log sheets and conducting periodic SVP Velocity for a Wind Farm Site survey in the UK.
GEOPHYSICAL ENGINEER, GARDLINE LTD (EMPLOYED) MAY 2012 - SEPT 2018
Responsible for the acquisition of survey data over numerous vessels to satisfy client needs; jobs range from renewable energy to oil & gas-related jobs. Hydrographical, Sonar and Seismic data including HR2d & UHR systems fall under the remit of my role – it has so provided me with the necessary skills to cope with the challenging and adaptive energy industry.
Working on deck during deployment and recovery of equipment – sometimes within dangerous and challenging conditions – whilst also in the laboratory, has given me a complete overview of offshore project work. Renewable energy and cable route jobs have been a frequent element of my recent work.
Maintaining routine preventative maintenance tasks in addition to fast fault finding, diagnosis and defect rectification problems as and when they occur has been essential offshore.
As a leading member of the survey crew I am responsible for ensuring accurate data acquisition along with portraying safe-working practices to fellow colleagues.
Equipment I feel confident using include: Seal Digital Acquisition systems 408/ 428, Argus Digital Aquisition system and Gunlink 2000, Edgetech Side Scan Sonar, Magnetometer Geospark (singular /as a matched Gradiometer pair / 5 string magnetometer GMP) , Pinger/chirper, Sparkers,4x4 Gun array's and Valeport Sound Velocity Probes.
In addition to the equipment above i have also conducted many Geotechnical operations using Box core's /Day Grabs / CPT's / Piston cores & Heat Flow operations also helping the Environmental team with water sampling, camera rigs and plankton trawling.
Newly Qualified PSO/MMO approved by BOEM/BSEE/JNCC to further enhance my skill set.
SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS SECTION HEAD, ROYAL NAVY
Reported directly to executive management for rapid defect rectification, maintenance, and safety for all satellite communications on board.
Responsible for SATCOM systems which provided mission critical secure communications to command in times of peace and war.
Acted as Group Head within the Weapons Engineering Department. This primarily dealt with aiding and assisting other sections maintenance and defect rectification, on equipment such as electrical UHF warfare missile recognition systems, weapon controllers and radar guidance.
Professionally qualified Senior Weapon Engineering rating, fulfilling duties while at battle stations, working to battle and emergency procedures.
This gave me the skills to be conversant with electrical power supply and distribution systems.
PRE 2010 POSITIONS
2009 - 2010 Petty Officer Weapons Engineering Artificer, Royal Navy
2006 - 2009 LeadingWeapons Engineering Artificer, Royal Navy
2003 - 2006 Weapons Engineering Artificer, Royal Navy
1990 - 2003 Hydraulic Sales and Design Engineer
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
Awarded with Comporflot Certificate of Commendation for outstanding achievement during OP Ellamy and the Libyan conflict 2011.
Promoted rapidly within my Royal Navy career to Senior Rate Management Level because of consistent drive, ambition and commitment to the role.
Received a ‘Herbet Lott’ team efficiency award for maintaining maximum performance of the 909 radar whilst in conjunction with U.S.S. Harry S Truman Carrier Strike Group during operations in 2008.
INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES
Metal Detectorist
Recently become interested in Metal detectoring and unearthing the history of the UK & Wales through various finds and coins.
Archery
Keen archer, undertaking three coaching lessons a week whilst not working offshore. Whenever possible I participate in local and national competitions, offering a more competitive edge.
Cars Clubs/Rallies
Currently own a Toyota GT86 Being a member of the GT86 Owners Club, the vehicle has a niche following allowing me to undertake regular rallies and club meets with other owners.
Dancing
Rock ‘n’ Roll, Ballroom, Latin American, Western Swing, and Two Step and Line dance are all forms of dance I enjoy. Teaching line dancing on board a Naval Warship was a great experience because it boosted team moral when conditions were tough, and emotions were high.
CLIENT FEEDBACK/TESTIMONIALS
From Party Chief Of Next Geosolutions on board Glomar Vantage
Thanks really a lot for your professional, human and smooth team work on board Glomar Vantage.
I really like a lot your way you work: safe, smooth, very professional and friendly.
Thanks really a lot,
Hope to see you soon,
Enjoy your time off.
Cheers,
Mimmo
Mimmo Pazzanese
Glomar Vantage – Party Chief
Mob.: +39 392 2315065
Email: pc.gv.p1705@nextgeosolution.com
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Party Chief On board Ievoli Blue Valerio Tucci
I'm happy to pass my feed back to you; thanks again for your support on the Tennet project:
Karl is a great team worker, never back down even facing problem bigger than us. He's always available to help no matter if on/off shift and is constantly expanding his knowledge trying to sort out all kind of issue.
He's more than keen to share his knowledge to help his team to grow.
Valerio Tucci
Party Chief Ievoli Blue
Mob: +39 333 901 8486
Email: v.tucci@nextgeosolutions.com