Rob Cullen
Porters Lake
Summary
Accomplished maritime professional with a robust background at Halifax Transit, adept in navigation proficiency and fostering multicultural sensitivity. Excelled in enhancing vessel safety, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering exceptional customer service. Proven track record in emergency response planning and conflict resolution, contributing to successful project outcomes and maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Mate
Halifax Transit
03.2018 - 12.2024
- Maintained strict compliance with national and international maritime regulations to uphold company reputation.
- Supported efforts to maintain vessel certifications by conducting internal audits and preparing for external inspections from regulatory bodies or classification societies.
- Enhanced vessel safety by implementing rigorous inspection and maintenance protocols.
- Ensured timely completion of voyage plans by coordinating with port authorities, agents, and pilots.
Engineer/Deckhand
Halifax Transit
05.2014 - 03.2018
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
Bus Operator
Halifax Transit
10.2000 - 05.2014
- Maintained a clean and safe bus environment for the comfort of all passengers.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring their safe boarding, travel, and disembarking from the bus.
- Adhered strictly to traffic laws and safety guidelines while operating the bus on assigned routes.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to maintain a positive atmosphere onboard the bus during challenging situations.
- Received commendations for exceptional customer service and professionalism during interactions with passengers.
Education
Automotive Technician -
NSIT
Halifax, NS06-1995
Air Frame Technician -
Canadian Armed Forces
Shearwater, NS03-1992
Skills
- Navigation proficiency
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Emergency response planning
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Technical report writing
- Environmental protection practices
- Marine engineering basics
- International regulations compliance
- Class 2 w/air brakes
- Perfect Drivers Abstract
Languages
Timeline
Chief Mate
Halifax Transit
03.2018 - 12.2024
Engineer/Deckhand
Halifax Transit
05.2014 - 03.2018
Bus Operator
Halifax Transit
10.2000 - 05.2014
Automotive Technician -
NSIT
Air Frame Technician -
Canadian Armed Forces
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