Illia Nalchadzhy
Calgary,AB
Summary
Deck Cadet experienced in assisting 3rd Officer with ship operations. Skilled in preparing for departure, maneuvering vessel and maintaining accurate and timely logbooks.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deck Cadet
Fednav
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Rigged pilot ladder and lowered gangway to allow pilot to safely board ship.
- Updated, maintained and prepared photocopies of checklists, familiarization lists, and key logs.
- Supported ship navigation by inspecting, testing and aligning equipment for proper operation.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies, spare parts, and consumables as directed by senior officers to ensure availability when needed.
- Inspected and tested fire fighting and lifesaving equipment stored on vessels.
- Identified, reported and completed necessary life-saving equipment repairs.
- Identified, reported and completed necessary [Type] equipment repairs.
- Collaborated closely with engine department personnel to maintain seamless communication between different sections of the vessel during operations.
- Checked tank soundings to prevent tank from overflowing or running dry.
- Operated specialized equipment, including winches, cranes and derricks during ship operations.
- Enhanced vessel safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of deck equipment.
- Monitored ship entry and exit points to maintain stringent security measures.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to professional growth during the cadetship program.
- Operated and monitored propulsion and steering systems.
- Assisted vessel leadership in developing drills and procedures for on-board emergencies and implementing training procedures for crew members.
- Aided officers in conducting routine checks of lifesaving appliances, firefighting equipment, and navigational devices for optimal functionality.
- Performed deck maintenance and upkeep and reported abnormalities.
- Participated in emergency response efforts to protect life, property, and the marine environment during incidents at sea or in port.
- Stood watch while underway to facilitate communications and maintain onboard safety and security.
- Inspected lifesaving and visual-signaling equipment for defects.
- Completed routine cleaning and sanitization of vessel and equipment.
- Performed lowering, raising and cleaning of ship's anchor.
- Ensured smooth operations by effectively communicating with the bridge team during watchkeeping duties.
- Assisted in navigation activities for safe passage planning and efficient voyages.
- Supported environmental compliance by participating in waste management procedures on board the vessel.
- Chipped, painted and ground deck to maintain structural integrity.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere by collaborating with fellow cadets and senior officers on assigned tasks.
- Complied with uniform regulations and standards of conduct established company.
- Moored vessels to wharfs with proper use of correct lines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Navigation
Lithuanian Maritime Academy
Klaipeda, Lithuania02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Navigation
Krerson State Maritime Academy
Kherson, Ukraine05.2023
High School Diploma -
Mariupol City Liceum
Mariupol, Ukraine06.2018
Skills
- Electronic Chart Display
- International Regulations
- Security awareness
- Navigational running light setup
- Navigation expertise
- GMDSS operation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Weather observation
- Watchkeeping Abilities
- Cargo Handling
- Mooring Operations
- GPS use
- Emergency response training
- Dewatering
- Anchoring techniques
- Bridge Teamwork
- Parts Lubrication
- Vessel inspection
- Firefighting Training
- Anti-Piracy Measures
- Ship Handling
- ISM code understanding
- Ship Maintenance
- Multicultural cooperation
- Safety Management
- Voyage Planning
- Life Saving Appliances
- First Aid Proficiency
- Navigation
- Marine communication
- Pollution Prevention
- First Aid/CPR
- Organizational Skills
- Calm Under Pressure
- Verbal Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Route Planning
- Punctuality
Languages
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Certification
1.Certificate of proficiency "Personal survival techniques, fire prevention and fire fighting, elementary first aid, personal safety and social responsibilities"
2.Certificate of proficiency "Bridge resource management"
3.Certificate of proficiency "Proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats other than fast rescue boats"
4.Certificate of proficiency "Radar navigation, Radar Plotting use of ARPA"
5.Certificate of proficiency "Medical First Aid"
6.Certificate of proficiency "Advanced Fire Fighting"
7.Certificate of proficiency "Radar, ARPA, Bridge team work and search and rescue"
Timeline
Deck Cadet
Fednav
07.2021 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Navigation
Lithuanian Maritime Academy
Bachelor of Science - Maritime Navigation
Krerson State Maritime Academy
High School Diploma -
Mariupol City Liceum
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