Thomas Turner
Summary
Competent and young professional with a strong background in seafaring. Firm grounding in contemporary marine systems, with an open mind towards future environmentally friendly solutions.
Strong interest in marine towage and a mind to advance my career with a company which recognises my potential.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tug Engineer
North Tugz Ltd.
01.2023 - Current
- Operated 2 main harbour tugs as part of a 2-man crew
- Damen 2411 (2007), and a locally-built ASD tug (2001)
- Caterpillar 3516 V-16 main propulsion with Azimuth Drive
- Responsible for Engine and Deckhand role
- Required troubleshooting under pressure occasionally
- Carried out planned maintenance not just on the two main tugs, but also on the 3 conventional twin screw workboats and the pilot boat
- Also trained in the deckhand role aboard previous vessels
- Reported to Senior Engineer within the company and the Marine Manager
Marine Engineer
China Navigation
06.2019 - 12.2022
- Marine Engineer aboard a number of vessels throughout my time with the company, generally responsible for an engine room watch for 24 hours (unmanned ER at night). I had main responsibility for waste, steam, and fuel systems as a junior engineer. this included FO/LO purifier maintenance, sewage system monitoring, boiler maintenance and water testing, and assisting other members of the engineering department with their tasks such as main engine work, deck machinery, lifeboat/rescue boat, etc. If it turns, pumps, leaks, or squeaks, I'd be looking after it.
- 8745GT Cement Carrier - coastal. Wartsila slow speed 2-stroke with Warsila 4-stroke generators x4. Auxiliary Steam system and specialised cargo moving equipment.
- 1100TEU Container ship - coastal, Medium speed Wartsila 4 stroke with Thermal oil system
- 1740TEU Container ship - coastal. Slow speed MAN/B&W 2-stroke with MAN 4-stroke 1500KW Generators x3. Auxiliary steam system
- 30,000DWT general cargo ship - international. Slow speed Wartsila 2-stroke and 4-stroke Wartsila 4-stroke generators x3 Auxiliary steam system. I was on this vessel during the Covid-19 worldwide pandemic (2019-2020)
Education
Marine Engineer Class 3 - Diploma of Marine Engineering
New Zealand Maritime School
Auckland, NZ05.2019
Skills
- Troubleshooting under pressure
- Team-focused
- Seamanship
- Watchkeeping
- Report-making
Certification
- MNZ MEC-3 (STCW recognised)
- STCW 2010 courses
- MNZ Radio operator certification
Timeline
Tug Engineer
North Tugz Ltd.
01.2023 - Current
Marine Engineer
China Navigation
06.2019 - 12.2022
Marine Engineer Class 3 - Diploma of Marine Engineering
New Zealand Maritime School
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