Rodney Amos
Victoria,BC
Summary
I have a strong passion for the ocean, which inspired my career as a Nautical Officer and my pursuit of a Master's in Maritime and Shipping Management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master
MV Queen of Cumberland
01.2025 - Current
- Training has been scheduled for Master Clearance
Master
MV Klitsa
01.2024 - Current
- Oversees all aspects of the ship's operation, including navigation, communication, maintenance, and maritime compliance
- Is responsible for the safety and security of the ship, crew, passengers, and cargo
- Acts on behalf of the ship's owner
2nd Officer Relief Chief Officer Spirit Route 1
BC Ferries
01.2023 - Current
- I stand a watch as the Navigating Officer of the vessel
- I possess considerable knowledge of state-of-the-art navigating equipment and techniques; international, federal, and provincial regulations applicable to the position
- I am adept at working within strong corporate policies and processes
- I am knowledgeable of safety and emergency procedures, and ship handling principles are stellar, and your ability to lead a team has been commended
Third Officer Route 1
BC Ferries
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Navigational Officer
- Inspects Safety Equipment and Fire Fighting equipment Daily
- Supervisor in loading the Car decks
- Bridge assist in emergencies
Mate
BC Ferries
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Working on MV Klitsa as regular mate
- Second in command on the ship
- In charge of all aspects of safety
- In charge of loading and unloading of the ship
Deckhand
BC Ferries
06.2008 - 01.2017
Education
Master of Science - Maritime Studies
Orion University
09-2024
Master Near coastal -
Camoson College/BCIT marine campus/Western Maritime Institute
ISM Lead Internal Auditor -
Virtual Maritime Academy
01.2024
Marine courses - Watchkeeping mate program
Camosun College
01.2015
High school or equivalent -
Alberni District Secondary School
01.2002
Skills
- Navigational skills
- Safety management
- Maritime compliance
- Team leadership
- Emergency response
- Communication skills
Certification
- Master of Science (MSc) in Maritime & Shipping Management and Law of the Sea
- Master Near-Coastal COC
- ISM Lead Auditor certificate
- Sea trainer on Route 1 and 12
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master
MV Queen of Cumberland
01.2025 - Current
Master
MV Klitsa
01.2024 - Current
2nd Officer Relief Chief Officer Spirit Route 1
BC Ferries
01.2023 - Current
Third Officer Route 1
BC Ferries
01.2020 - 01.2023
Mate
BC Ferries
01.2017 - 01.2020
Deckhand
BC Ferries
06.2008 - 01.2017
Master of Science - Maritime Studies
Orion University
Master Near coastal -
Camoson College/BCIT marine campus/Western Maritime Institute
ISM Lead Internal Auditor -
Virtual Maritime Academy
Marine courses - Watchkeeping mate program
Camosun College
High school or equivalent -
Alberni District Secondary School
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