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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Other Training Courses
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SAMUEL J. RAE

Halifax,Canada

Summary

I am currently a Maritime Search and Rescue Coordinator with the Canadian Coast Guard, adept at optimizing operational efficiency and leading teams in high-pressure environments. Proven expertise in emergency response coordination and navigational equipment maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while fostering collaboration with federal and provincial partners to enhance maritime safety initiatives.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maritime Search and Rescue Coordinator

Canadian Coast Guard
Halifax, Canada
10.2021 - Current
  • Coordinated search and rescue operations along East Coast of Canada.
  • Managed search and rescue assistant coordinators to optimize operational effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with federal and provincial partners to implement safety programs.
  • Executed high-pressure tasks to meet client objectives efficiently.

Watchkeeping Mate

Canadian Coast Guard
01.2015 - Current
  • Maintained navigational equipment such as radar and gyrocompass.
  • Participated in man overboard drills and rescue operations during emergencies at sea.
  • Assisted in preparing navigational charts for plotting courses for passage planning.
  • Utilized navigation resources to chart routes and maintain optimal course for vessel.

Compass Adjuster

Captain Andrew J. Rae & Sons
01.1999 - Current
  • Performed magnetic compass adjustments for diverse vessels to enhance navigational accuracy.
  • Diagnosed and repaired malfunctions in magnetic compasses to ensure optimal performance.

Chief Officer

Canadian Coast Guard
05.2017 - 01.2020
  • Supervised deck department operations on various Canadian Coast Guard vessels.
  • Executed loading and unloading of materials, vehicles, and passengers from vessels.
  • Maintained current knowledge of maritime navigation rules and regulations.
  • Ensured compliance with international safety and pollution prevention regulations.
  • Conducted daily inspections of lifeboats and life rafts to meet company standards.

Volunteer Firefighter

Lakeside Fire Department
01.2005 - 01.2011
  • Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
  • Advised homeowners on methods for preventing house fires through proper storage of flammable materials and use of extinguishers.
  • Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
  • Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
  • Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
  • Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.

Education

Bachelor of Nautical Science -

Canadian Coast Guard College
Sydney, NS
06.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Saint Mary's University/Tyndale University
Halifax, NS
06.2010

High School Diploma -

J.L Ilsley High School
Halifax, NS
06.2005

Skills

  • Search and rescue operations
  • Emergency response coordination
  • Navigational equipment maintenance
  • Maritime safety compliance
  • Operational efficiency
  • Team leadership
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Project management
  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Collaboration with partners
  • Evaluate performance

Certification

  • Chief Mate - Unlimited
  • Master 150T with Contiguous Waters
  • Watchkeeping Mate

References

Reference on Request

Other Training Courses

  • Asbestos Control
  • Becoming a Supervisor
  • Creating a Respectful Workplace
  • Incident Command System (ICS) 200
  • Marine Advanced First Aid
  • Rescue Specialist
  • WHIMIS with GHS
  • OHS for Supervisors
  • MED with Advanced Firefighting
  • SAR Mission Coordinator
  • Maritime Search Planning

Timeline

Maritime Search and Rescue Coordinator

Canadian Coast Guard
10.2021 - Current

Chief Officer

Canadian Coast Guard
05.2017 - 01.2020

Watchkeeping Mate

Canadian Coast Guard
01.2015 - Current

Volunteer Firefighter

Lakeside Fire Department
01.2005 - 01.2011

Compass Adjuster

Captain Andrew J. Rae & Sons
01.1999 - Current

Bachelor of Nautical Science -

Canadian Coast Guard College

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Saint Mary's University/Tyndale University

High School Diploma -

J.L Ilsley High School

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