Gordon Sloane
Toronto
Summary
Established Marine Operations Manager. Who has overseen and implemented, drydocking, crew training, maintenance, class certification, of multiple tugs, barges, passenger vessels, and tall ships. Experienced in fiscal and practical management of marine companies with an excellent work ethic. Backed by strong relationships with Transport Canada, Class Societies, Service Providers and Industry Leaders.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine Superintendent
Doornekamp Construction/Picton Terminals
07.2022 - 02.2025
- Managed both tug drydocking, yearly tug and barge repairs and upgrades. Ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- On site Manager for numerous waterborne projects, including dredging, construction, waterfront revitalization, project cargo, and specialty tows.
- Maintained vessel documentation to ensure compliance with Transport Canada, Class Societies, international regulations and industry standards.
- Provided ongoing technical support to vessels underway by troubleshooting any issues that arose during voyages.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging crew members to identify areas for potential optimization and efficiency gains.
Operations Superintendent
McKeil Marine
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Vessel Manager for multiple tug and barges.
- Project Manager for several tug and barge drydockings.
- Manager for several towing operations.
- On site manager for Ashbridges Bay Outfall and OPG Darlington.
- Established and worked within budget constraints for yearly vessel and barge operations.
- Reduced downtime by maintaining equipment and addressing maintenance issues promptly.
Captain/Drydock Foreman
Nautical Adventures/Toronto Drydock
06.2007 - 02.2020
- Captained fleet of tugs for various projects, including towing, project cargo, salvage, surveying, underwater construction, and diving operations.
- Supervised drydock operations to ensure smooth workflow and timely project completion.
- Worked with clients, inspectors, subcontractors, dock workers, to keep projects on budget.
- Project Managed, the drydockings of commercial, passenger, fire rescue, and large sailing vessels.
Education
Master - 20m Off The Coasts of Canada, Unrestricted SVMO, MED A1, A2, B1,B2,C,D, ROC-MC, SEN 1L, SEN1A, SEN1B, SEN2, Advanced Marine First Aid, Various Vessel Specific Master Limited Licenses, WHMIS
Transport Canada
Marine Engineering Cadet -
Great Lakes School of Marine Technology
Skills
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Vessel System Analysis
- Risk Management
- Equipment Maintenance
- Administration
- Financial Planning
- Time Management
- Shipboard safety procedures
- Maritime regulations compliance
Accomplishments
- Senior Captain and Operations Manager for Great Lakes Schooner Company. Oversaw daily summertime operations. Managed all winter work and vessel drydockings during tenure.
- Senior Captain at Brigs (formerly Toronto Brigantine). Sailed in all positions from trainee to Captain. Delivered all aspects of the program, both summer sailing and winter maintenance.
- Captain and Developer of Bytown Brigantine's, Winter and Summer Leadership/Maintenance programs. Culminating with a Voyage to Belize and back on 110' Tall Ship.
- Worked as Captain aboard numerous Toronto Harbour Tour Boats.
Timeline
Marine Superintendent
Doornekamp Construction/Picton Terminals
07.2022 - 02.2025
Operations Superintendent
McKeil Marine
09.2020 - 06.2022
Captain/Drydock Foreman
Nautical Adventures/Toronto Drydock
06.2007 - 02.2020
Marine Engineering Cadet -
Great Lakes School of Marine Technology
Master - 20m Off The Coasts of Canada, Unrestricted SVMO, MED A1, A2, B1,B2,C,D, ROC-MC, SEN 1L, SEN1A, SEN1B, SEN2, Advanced Marine First Aid, Various Vessel Specific Master Limited Licenses, WHMIS
Transport Canada
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