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Arvin Asejo

Arvin Asejo

Caloocan City

Summary

Dedicated and accomplished Seaman specializing as Quartermaster, adept in helm operations, navigation assistance, lookout duties, and emergency response. Skilled in mooring and anchoring operations, ensuring vessel safety and efficiency while maintaining compliance with international maritime standards. Recognized for reliability, teamwork, and discipline under challenging sea conditions, with a strong commitment to safety and smooth voyage operations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quarter Master (Able Bodied Seaman)

Carnival Cruise Lines
12.2023 - Current
  • Stood bridge watch as helmsman and lookout, ensuring safe navigation under the supervision of the Officer on Watch.
  • Assisted with mooring and anchoring operations, handling mooring lines and related deck equipment.
  • Operated and maintained deck machinery such as winches, windlasses, and lifeboat davits during ship operations.
  • Participated in safety drills (fire, abandon ship, man overboard) and supported passenger safety during emergency situations.
  • Assisted in the launching, recovery, and maintenance of lifeboats, tenders, and rescue boats in compliance with SOLAS regulations.
  • Carried out routine inspections and minor repairs on deck equipment, safety gear, and lifesaving appliances.
  • Supported officers in navigational duties, including lookout tasks and reporting of weather, traffic, and hazards.
  • Ensured strict adherence to international maritime regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
  • Carried out routine maintenance of deck areas, including chipping, painting, greasing, and cleaning to ensure vessel upkeep.

Ordinary Seaman

Carnival Cruise Lines
11.2022 - 12.2023
  • Supported vessel's maintenance tasks by painting, chipping rust, greasing machinery, and conducting routine inspections to extend the ship's lifespan.
  • Enhanced communication among crew members by providing clear instructions and utilizing effective hand signals during deck operations.
  • Contributed to smooth sailing by assisting in the proper loading, securing, and unloading of cargo.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new tasks and filling various roles as needed during busy periods or crew shortages.
  • Participated in mooring and anchoring operations, handling ropes and securing lines under supervision.
  • Acted as lookout during navigational watches, reporting vessel traffic, weather, and potential hazards to the Officer on Watch.
  • Followed company safety policies, SOLAS regulations, and maritime standards at all times.

Deck Cadet (Intern)

Starhorse Shipping Lines
02.2020 - 02.2021
  • Navigated ship under direction of captain and studied actionable insights to avoid collision.
  • Assisted the Master and senior deck officers in carrying out
    their responsibilities.
  • Practical use of RADAR/ARPA, GPS Plotter, AIS and VHF
    Radio.
  • Assured Pre-Cruise sailing checklist is satisfactorily
    completed, and the Master advised accordingly.
  • Ensured safe handling, deployment, recovery, and stowage
    of scientific equipment at sea.
  • Stood various navigation watches and applied ship
    maneuvering skills.
  • Gained familiarity with all navigational instruments and
    equipment on the bridge.
  • Managed routines on the bridge, including port arrival,
    departures, anchoring and mooring.
  • Participated in performance of maintenance projects,
    lifeboat operations, and firefighting.
  • Performed inventory and inspection of cargo gear, fire
    fighting and lifeboat equipment.
  • Completed OSHA safety course and learned how to properly
    lash down and monitor the safety of wheeled cargo.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation

Our Lady of Fatima University
Valenzuela, Metro Manila
03-2019

Skills

  • Proficient in solo navigation
  • Helmsman and lookout duties
  • Watchkeeping abilities
  • Lifeboat operations
  • Vessel safety procedures
  • Safety gear usage
  • Marine pollution prevention
  • Navigational running light setup
  • Emergency response training
  • Firefighting techniques
  • Mooring and anchoring operation
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • Medical First Aid, Far East Maritime Foundation, Inc. - 12/20/2024
  • Advanced Fire Fighting, Far East Maritime Foundation, Inc. - 12/20/2024
  • Crisis Management and Human Behavior Training, Carnival Cruise Line - 05/31/2024
  • Tender Operator Limited License, Carnival Cruise Line - 10/18/2023
  • Passenger Ship Crowd Management, Carnival Cruise Line - 09/07/2023
  • Able Seafarer Deck, Far East Maritime Foundation, Inc. - 07/10/2023
  • Security Awareness Training, Carnival Cruise Line - 11/19/2022
  • Ratings Forming Part of a Navigational Watch, Far East Maritime Foundation, Inc. - 01/28/2022
  • Basic Training, Far East Maritime Foundation, Inc. - 01/21/2022
  • Survival Craft and Rescue Boat Other than Fast Rescue Boat, Far East Maritime Foundation, Inc. - 01/07/2022
  • Ship Security Awareness Training and Seafarers with Designated Security Duties, EXACT Training Center - 03/22/2019

Timeline

Quarter Master (Able Bodied Seaman)

Carnival Cruise Lines
12.2023 - Current

Ordinary Seaman

Carnival Cruise Lines
11.2022 - 12.2023

Deck Cadet (Intern)

Starhorse Shipping Lines
02.2020 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation

Our Lady of Fatima University
Arvin Asejo