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Johan George Wilken

Johan George Wilken

Cape Town,South Africa

Summary

Marine and logistics operations specialist with proven expertise in commercial diving, supervising, vessel handling, mooring, cargo management and people training. Proficient in operational planning, heavy lift coordination, and equipment mobilization. Strong background in safety compliance, emergency response, and hazardous materials management. Experienced in team leadership and effective client communication, with a focus on enhancing all marine coordination monitoring through digital reporting and MS Office skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

SAIPEM-GPS
Bonny Island, Nigeria
2023.05 - Current
  • Coordinated 26 Ocean vessel discharges for NLNG Train 7 from Bonny Island.
  • Vessels transporting Project Cargo, Heaviest unit 528T, Longest unit 67m.
  • Supervised all heavy cargo Discharge from cargo vessel including Transportation to site ( SPMT- single and side by side)
  • Coordinated 1200+ Barges ( Dumb, Ramp, RORO and Sludge)
  • Managed multidisciplinary team to resolve operational challenges effectively.
  • Facilitated communication among subcontractors, freight forwarders, and clients.
  • Promoted safety-first culture to maximize operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw loading and discharging activities for ocean vessels and local barges.
  • Prepared detailed daily reports on maritime activities for senior management.
  • Managed digital documentation to ensure efficient record-keeping of logistics operations.
  • Coordinated with local authorities to expedite clearance of goods.

Marine Operations | Logistics Base Coordinator

SAIPEM-GPS
Bonny Island, Nigeria
2023.05 - 2024.07
  • Company Overview: Client: NLNG | Contract
  • Coordinated Field logistical Operations
  • Coordinate the transportation of oversized or heavy project cargo.
  • Oversee the mobilization and demobilization of vessels and project equipment.
  • Plan and manage vessel movements to Discharge Port, ensuring timely delivery of materials and equipment
  • Conducted risk assessments, resulting in enhanced safety measures.
  • Facilitated essential communication between various departments for streamlined coordination.
  • Performed regular equipment inspections, reducing downtime due to malfunctions or damages.

Diving Supervisor

SEATECH DIVING LIMITED
Lake Kivu, Rwanda
2021.06 - 2023.04
  • Company Overview: Client: SPLK | Contract
  • KIVU 56
  • Supervise diving operations including deck operations.
  • Installing subsea pipelines from shore to offshore
  • Assisting in ROV surveys
  • Pipe line Maintenance and repairs.
  • Deploying anchors, anchor lines securing over 8km of Pipe lines.

Stevedore Supervisor

SAIPEM GPS
Palma , Mozambique
2020.11 - 2021.05
  • Company Overview: Client: TOTAL ENERGIES | Contract
  • Client: TOTAL ENERGIES | Contract

Lead Rigger

JAMES FISHER SUBTECH GROUP
, Mozambique
2019.10 - 2020.10
  • Company Overview: Client: TOTAL ENERGIES | Contract
  • Client: TOTAL ENERGIES | Contract

Commercial diver

Various
Various , Various
2018.10 - 2019.10
  • Conducted various diving operations, spanning over various projects and multiple locations
  • Conducted, Surveys, recoveries, salvage , construction

Trade Diver, Rigger

Transnet National Ports authority
Richards bay - Durban , South Africa
2012.08 - 2018.10
  • Promoted high health and safety standards through implementation of best practices.
  • Executed regular equipment maintenance to extend operational lifespan.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of subsea structures, ensuring safety and integrity.
  • Completed complex underwater welding tasks, maintaining structural integrity of installations.
  • Assisted in collection of marine samples for scientific research purposes.
  • Performed underwater surveys to identify potential site locations.
  • Demonstrated strong teamwork on commercial diving projects, achieving objectives efficiently.
  • Undertook challenging salvage operations, recovering valuable materials from underwater.

Education

Basics of Marine Logistics - Logistics

Alison
United Kingdom
2025.05 -

Safety - HSE - HSE

IOSH Managing Safely
United Kingdom
2021.09 -

Commercial Diving Class II - 50m - Commercial Diving

South African Department of Labour
Somerset West

Commercial Diving Supervisor Class III 30m - Commercial Diving

South African Department of Labor

Skills

  • Marine and logistics operations
  • Commercial diving operations various
  • Commercial diving supervising
  • Vessel handling techniques
  • Mooring expertise
  • People Management
  • Cargo handling
  • Operational planning
  • Vessel and barge coordination
  • Heavy lift and project cargo
  • SPMT and CCU handling
  • Reefer, bulk, and container cargo
  • Equipment mobilization and demobilization
  • Asset and inventory management
  • Marine traffic monitoring
  • Safety and compliance management
  • Permit to work systems
  • Emergency response procedures
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Environmental compliance oversight
  • Regulatory inspections and requirements
  • Digital reporting and MS Office proficiency
  • Team leadership and training
  • Decision-Making Under Pressure
  • Client Communication & Negotiation
  • Problem Solving & Adaptability

Languages

English
Afrikaans

Custom

to be given

Languages

6,6

Certification

Basics of Marine Logistics

Managing Safely

Class II Commercial Diver

Class III Diving Supervisor

Cat B Skippers License

References

References available upon request.

Personal Information

  • Passport Number: A11312725
  • Date of birth: 08/14/89
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: South African
  • Nationality: South African

Timeline

Basics of Marine Logistics - Logistics

Alison
2025.05 -

SAIPEM-GPS
2023.05 - Current

Marine Operations | Logistics Base Coordinator

SAIPEM-GPS
2023.05 - 2024.07

Safety - HSE - HSE

IOSH Managing Safely
2021.09 -

Diving Supervisor

SEATECH DIVING LIMITED
2021.06 - 2023.04

Stevedore Supervisor

SAIPEM GPS
2020.11 - 2021.05

Lead Rigger

JAMES FISHER SUBTECH GROUP
2019.10 - 2020.10

Commercial diver

Various
2018.10 - 2019.10

Trade Diver, Rigger

Transnet National Ports authority
2012.08 - 2018.10

Commercial Diving Class II - 50m - Commercial Diving

South African Department of Labour

Commercial Diving Supervisor Class III 30m - Commercial Diving

South African Department of Labor
Johan George Wilken