Graham Mckechnie
Lake Cowichan,BC
Summary
Dynamic maritime professional with BC Ferries Services Inc., excelling in crew management and voyage planning. Proven track record in enhancing navigational safety and implementing pollution prevention strategies. Adept at mentoring junior officers and fostering teamwork, ensuring compliance with international regulations while optimizing vessel operations for efficiency and reliability.
Skilled maritime professional with strong background in navigation, safety protocols, and vessel operations. Demonstrates keen ability to collaborate effectively with crew members, ensuring smooth and efficient voyages. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic maritime environments. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills, with focus on achieving operational excellence and safety standards.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Officer /Relief Chief Officer Sea Trainer
BC FERRIES SERVICES INC.
04.1989 - 09.2024
- Operated various navigational tools such as radar systems, GPS devices, electronic chart displays for accurate positioning data throughout voyages.
- Maintained smooth on-board operations, effectively managing crew schedules and duties.
- Demonstrated commitment to environmental stewardship by implementing waste management strategies that minimized pollution from vessel operations.
- Supported vessel maintenance tasks, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs or safety hazards.
- Improved crew performance by providing regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Optimized fuel consumption with efficient route planning and speed adjustments.
- Assisted in conducting drills to maintain crew preparedness for emergency situations, including fire, man overboard, and abandon ship scenarios.
- Participated in pre-voyage briefings to ensure all crew members were informed about the upcoming journey''s specific requirements and expectations.
- Conducted thorough inspections of life-saving appliances such as lifeboats or life rafts, ensuring they were properly maintained and ready for use in emergencies.
- Collaborated with the captain to develop comprehensive voyage plans based on weather forecasts, port conditions, and other relevant factors.
- Managed inventory of essential supplies such as charts, flags, lifesaving equipment, ensuring all items were well-stocked for optimal readiness at sea.
- Enhanced navigational safety by conducting daily equipment checks and maintenance.
- Minimized risk of accidents with vigilant watchkeeping during navigation shifts.
- Streamlined communication between departments by serving as a liaison between the deck officers, engineers, and shore-based support teams.
- Fulfilled reporting obligations accurately and promptly, keeping both management and regulatory authorities informed of key events during voyages.
- Ensured compliance with international regulations and company policies through diligent monitoring of vessel documentation.
- Contributed to successful cargo loading and unloading by supervising mooring procedures and cargo handling activities.
- Assisted in emergency response efforts, executing swift actions for damage control and first aid administration.
- Improved employee engagement with proactive communication, regular feedback, and team-building activities.
Education
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, NoneSkills
- Crew management
- Vessel maintenance
- Emergency preparedness
- Voyage planning
- Safety inspections
- Team building
- Communication skills
- Ship handling
- Bridge management
- Mentoring junior officers
- Weather routing
- Radar operation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Navigation expertise
- Electronic chart display
- Pollution prevention
- Multitasking capacity
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Continuous improvement
Timeline
Second Officer /Relief Chief Officer Sea Trainer
BC FERRIES SERVICES INC.
04.1989 - 09.2024
British Columbia Institute of Technology
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