Ross McKerrow

Experience

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  LifeScan

  Sept 2008 - Apr 2009

  Quality Services Laboratory Technician.

  I was responsible for carrying out various blood testing procedures, sampling and technical measurements, analysis of experimental data, and maintenance of test machinery all of which was conducted in full compliance with requirements of the health & safety executive, company SOPs and best lab and manufacturing practices.

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  Meridian Marine Mangement Limited

  Sept 2010 - Oct 2012

  Officer Cadet

  During this time I sailed as cadet and gained experience on board many types of vessel including: Ro-Ro passenger, Ro-Ro general cargo and bulk carrier vessels engaged on near coastal and worldwide tramping voyages.

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  Craig Group

  Sept 2012 - Apr 2016

  My responsibilities included but were not limited to:• The upkeep of the vessels navigational charts, light lists and radio signals.• Maintenance of LSA and FFA equipment.• The safe navigation of the vessel, during his hours of watch.• Operation of Dynamic Positioning system in accordance with company and charters operating procedures.• The safety of the vessel and its crew during watch keeping periods.• Monitoring safe working practices of deck crew during PSV cargo operations.• Monitoring safe working practices of shore contractors during periods of maintenance.• Ensuring a safe working environment by adhering to and policing the company's safe systems of work, including permit to work.• Assisting the Chief Mate in his various duties.• Actively promoting and progressing the company Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Policy. Show less

  • 2nd Officer / DPO

    Aug 2013 - Apr 2016

  • Officer Cadet

    Sept 2012 - Aug 2013
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  M/Y Netanya 8 - 58m Private Yacht

  May 2017 - Mar 2018

  2nd Officer
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  73m Private Yacht

  Mar 2018 - Dec 2020

  • Chief Officer

    Sept 2020 - Dec 2020

  • 2nd Officer

    Mar 2018 - Sept 2020
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  70m Private yacht

  Feb 2021 - now

  Chief Officer