Nkcubeko Howard Madikizela
Second Officer (Merchant Shipping)/Maritime
Cape Town
Summary
Proven maritime professional with extensive experience in the industry, adept in ISM Code compliance and GMDSS communication. Demonstrated leadership in emergency preparedness and efficiency in ship handling, ensuring safety and compliance with maritime conventions. Excelled in fostering a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence, significantly enhancing crew readiness and vessel performance. Maritime professional with comprehensive knowledge in navigation, safety protocols, and vessel management. Proven success in optimizing voyage plans and maintaining compliance with maritime regulations. Reliable team player with keen ability to adapt to dynamic maritime environments and prioritize safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Second Officer
Oldendorff Carriers GmbH & Co. KG
Lubeck
06.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with international regulations and company policies through diligent monitoring of vessel documentation.
- Managed inventory of essential supplies such as charts, flags, lifesaving equipment, ensuring all items were well-stocked for optimal readiness at sea.
- Collaborated with the captain to develop comprehensive voyage plans based on weather forecasts, port conditions, and other relevant factors.
- Optimized fuel consumption with efficient route planning and speed adjustments.
- Appointed as the Medical Officer, responsible for hospital, ensuring adequate medication is sufficient as per the regulations, controlling expiry dates, treatment of minor crew illnesses in close cooperation with the Master.
- Participating in emergency drills onboard.
- Involved in mooring stations for berthing and unberthing, responsible for aft mooring stations.
- Participating and responsible for anchoring station.
Third Officer
Oldendorff Carriers GmbH & Co. KG
Lubeck
02.2022 - 04.2024
- Maintaining proper documentation, ensuring streamlined port clearance processes during voyages.
- Collaborated with senior officers on inventory control, ensuring sufficient supplies were available for long voyages without compromising storage capacities or budget constraints.
- Managed onboard firefighting drills, promoting crew readiness for emergency situations.
- Enhanced ship safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of life-saving equipment.
- Standing sole bridge watches during the day & dual watch during dark hours, restricted visibility and being a responsible officer.
- Created muster lists, assigning duties and responsibilities for onboard emergency drills, creating drill reports and filing.
- Training of cadets/inexperienced crew members.
Third Officer
Klaveness Ship Management A/S
Oslo
03.2019 - 11.2020
- Maintaining proper documentation, ensuring streamlined port clearance processes during voyages.
- Collaborated with senior officers on inventory control, ensuring sufficient supplies were available for long voyages without compromising storage capacities or budget constraints.
- Managed onboard firefighting drills, promoting crew readiness for emergency situations.
- Enhanced ship safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of life-saving equipment.
- Standing sole bridge watches during the day & dual watch during dark hours, restricted visibility and being a responsible officer.
- Created muster lists, assigning duties and responsibilities for onboard emergency drills, creating drill reports and filing.
- In charge of al vessel certificates, their upkeep.
- Designated as a safety officer onboard.
- Planning and facilitating onboard trainings (computer based trainings), importing such reports and sending to company training and development department end of the month, monitoring progress of trainings onboard.
Junior Third Officer
Klaveness Ship Management A/S
Oslo
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with senior officers on inventory control, ensuring sufficient supplies were available for long voyages without compromising storage capacities or budget constraints.
- Supported officers in maintaining proper documentation, ensuring streamlined port clearance processes during voyages.
- Managed onboard firefighting drills, promoting crew readiness for emergency situations.
- Enhanced ship safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of life-saving equipment.
Deck Officer Cadet
Klaveness Ship Management A/S
Oslo
03.2017 - 10.2017
- Prevented accidents by conducting comprehensive risk assessments prior to each voyage or operation.
- Increased operational efficiency by streamlining reporting processes for daily position reports and port arrival/departure procedures.
- Provided training to junior officers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development on board the vessel.
- Managed timely completion of maintenance tasks for deck machinery, facilitating optimal ship performance throughout voyages.
Galaxy Bingo/Grill Runner/General Assistant Intern
Galaxy Bingo/Grill
Durban
10.2016 - 12.2016
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and effectively, showcasing resilience even during challenging times.
- Provided excellent customer service while meeting challenging time goals.
- Managed time efficiently while juggling multiple duties under tight deadlines, resulting in consistent performance.
- Receiving customers, directing them to their seats, presenting them with menu catalogues.
- Ensuring cleanliness of the dining area i.e. tables and floors.
Deck Cadet
Klaveness Ship Management A/S
Oslo
10.2014 - 03.2016
- Assisted in navigation activities for safe passage planning and efficient voyages.
- Inspected lifesaving and visual-signaling equipment for defects.
- Navigated ship under direction of captain and studied actionable insights to avoid collision.
- Maintained a clean and hazard-free deck environment through diligent housekeeping tasks.
Deck Cadet
SAMTRA(South African Maritime Training Academy)
Cape Town
10.2013 - 02.2014
- Assisted in navigation activities for safe passage planning and efficient voyages.
- Inspected lifesaving and visual-signaling equipment for defects.
- Navigated ship under direction of captain and studied actionable insights to avoid collision.
- Maintained a clean and hazard-free deck environment through diligent housekeeping tasks.
Education
ND: Maritime Studies - Maritime
Durban University Of Technology
Durban, South Africa 01.2012 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Port St Johns Senior Secondary School
Port St Johns, Eastern Cape 01.2009 - 12.2011
Skills
ISM Code compliance
GMDSS communication
Ship handling
Firefighting techniques
Compliance with maritime conventions, regulates & codes ie SOLAS, MARPOL, LSA Code, IMDG Code, Ballast Management etc
Survival techniques
Cargo Operations
Mooring operations
Anchoring operations
Emergency drill (various)
Payroll preparation for crew
Port clearance documentation
Managing hospital inventories
Certification
GMDSS General Operators certificate (STCW IV/2)
Timeline
Second Officer
Oldendorff Carriers GmbH & Co. KG
06.2024 - Current
Third Officer
Oldendorff Carriers GmbH & Co. KG
02.2022 - 04.2024
Third Officer
Klaveness Ship Management A/S
03.2019 - 11.2020
Junior Third Officer
Klaveness Ship Management A/S
11.2017 - 06.2018
Deck Officer Cadet
Klaveness Ship Management A/S
03.2017 - 10.2017
Galaxy Bingo/Grill Runner/General Assistant Intern
Galaxy Bingo/Grill
10.2016 - 12.2016
Deck Cadet
Klaveness Ship Management A/S
10.2014 - 03.2016
Deck Cadet
SAMTRA(South African Maritime Training Academy)
10.2013 - 02.2014
ND: Maritime Studies - Maritime
Durban University Of Technology
01.2012 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Port St Johns Senior Secondary School
01.2009 - 12.2011
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