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 WestCommercial 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