Thomas Kurth
Petawawa,ON
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Fishing Vessel Deckhand
For Hire
08.2022 - Current
- Displayed strong interpersonal skills by communicating effectively with captains, supervisors, and crew members to address concerns and coordinate activities on deck.
- Adhered to laws and regulations based on voyage locations.
- Gained proficiency in operating various types of deck machinery including winches, cranes, and hydraulic systems used for fishing operations.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing weather conditions or schedules while maintaining focus on assigned tasks at hand.
- Helped preserve quality of caught fish through proper handling techniques during storage and transport processes.
- Improved efficiency on vessel by maintaining essential fishing gear and equipment.
- Recognized for consistently maintaining positive attitude and strong work ethic during long hours at sea in challenging conditions.
- Collaborated with fellow crew members to coordinate efficient hauling of lines and traps during busy fishing periods.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs on deck machinery.
- Reduced downtime between hauls by quickly repairing damaged traps or replacing worn-out equipment as needed.
- Ensured clean and organized work environment by regularly cleaning decks, sorting lobster, and storing equipment properly.
Section Supervisor
Department Of National Defence
01.2010 - 08.2022
- Implemented strategies for better decision-making processes within organization.
- Facilitated clear and effective communication between field operators and command centers during critical missions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of messages transmitted and received.
- Troubleshot technical issues promptly, preventing delays or interruptions in crucial communications during high-stakes operations.
- Put together and configured antennas, power sources and other equipment to establish communications.
- Oversaw team of up to 15 personnel, delivered training and maintained deployability of communications packages.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in business operations.
- Spearheaded initiatives to improve employee performance and foster positive work environment.
- Developed comprehensive training materials for efficient onboarding of new employees.
- Optimized workflows to increase efficiency within corporation.
- Boosted employee morale through team-building exercises and professional development opportunities.
- Supported project managers with resource allocation decisions based on priority tasks and overall company goals.
- Developed detailed schedules to ensure timely completion of projects without compromising quality.
- Promoted open lines of communication within section, fostering collaborative atmosphere conducive to problem solving.
- Maximized productivity, delegating tasks based on individual strengths and capabilities.
- Facilitated adoption of new technologies, improving efficiency throughout section's processes.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement
Education
GED -
Petawawa Continuing Education
Petawawa, ON04.2024
Skills
- Adaptability to conditions
- Cargo loading and unloading
- Route Navigation
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Flexible Schedule
- Equipment Maintenance
Languages
English
Timeline
Commercial Fishing Vessel Deckhand
For Hire
08.2022 - Current
Section Supervisor
Department Of National Defence
01.2010 - 08.2022
GED -
Petawawa Continuing Education
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