Dale Lakes

Experience

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  Maersk Group

  Sept 2007 - Oct 2010

  Engineering Maritime Professional

  Control and maintain a safe engineering watch within a marine vessels ECR.Gained the ability to work independently on various watchkeeping operations including taking over/handing over a watch, conducting rounds of the machinery space and taking a daily log.Learnt how to answer basic alarms, work on purifiers, air compressors and take boiler water tests. Conducted regular maintenance on a variety of different pumping equipment.Helped with bunkering operations to a level of understanding which also involved active participation. Also conducted and actively took part in weekly on-board safety drills and aware of any other safety responsibilities associated with the position.In my final year at Warsash Maritime Academy, my group and I had to develop a professional business plan on the computer (including design software - Rhino) for a product which could improve sea life in any way - may that be from safety to mechanical. This has given me an insight into the business and financial side of engineering. Show less

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  Princess Cruises

  Jun 2011 - Apr 2012

  3rd Engineer Officer

  GeneralPerform any and all such duties as may be assigned by the Staff Engineer Officer, the Senior 1st Engineer Officer, and/or other senior management. Whilst ensuring all operational and maintenance records are correctly recorded and up-to-date.Work with the Engine Storekeeper and relevant engine staff to identify specific parts ensuring that sufficient stocks of spare parts/tools are maintained on-board for their area of responsibility.Socialise and mix with guests in a courteous manner as required. In addition, offering technical support to Passenger Services and Deck Departments as required, ensuring the company’s exceptionally high standards of customer care are maintained. Offer technical support to Passenger Services and Deck Departments as required, ensuring the company’s exceptionally high standards of customer care are maintained. WatchkeepingEngage in watchkeeping and maintenance duties in the engine room on a rotation basis with other 3rd Engineer Officers whilst keeping the officer of the watch on the bridge advised of any technical problems, which may affect the safe navigation of the vessel.Responsible, assisted by the motorman on watch, for the safe and efficient operation of all main and auxiliary machinery and associated equipment. Directed by the senior officer of the watch, including monitoring all operating parameters in the engine control room/engine room to ensure plant is operating at optimum performance. Including the control and maintenance of passenger services (i.e. fresh water, sanitary systems, electrical supplies, HVAC, swimming pools etc…)Daily DutiesUnder the direction of the Senior 1st Engineer Officer, assist in running the day to day maintenance of the engine room using good engineering practice.Supervise the engine fitters and wipers, organise engine overhauls and services, all routine and unscheduled maintenance to machinery, providing back up to the other technical departments as required. Show less

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  PLASTICON UK LIMITED

  Apr 2012 - Jan 2014

  Engineer

  Ability to laminate, fabricate and construct basic moulds out of a variety of different types of fibre glass and resin mixes whilst complying with corporate standards and health and safety guidelines. Also proficient in reading job specified engineering drawings to perform the above tasks.Perform duties assigned to me by my team leader as an individual and team member. Roles on tank construction include constructing and fitting flanges/stubs, laminating brackets of laminate or steel type, fitting ladders and painting. Recently completed a large scale order for leading international company Sadara which was recognised in the East Riding Mail. Show less

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  Van Ameyde Marine (UK)

  Jan 2014 - now

  Surveying on behalf and representation of P&I Clubs and their insured.Job role includes:Conducting Off-Hire/On-Hire bunker surveys, flat rack surveys, supervising break-bulk/heavy lift shipments including design of stowage and lashing plans, investigating and protecting P&I Club’s interests (vessel owners, operators and charterers) and advising an action plan, mitigating P&I Club and insured losses, steel product Pre-Shipment inspections, hold inspections and hatch surveys, P&I Condition surveys, Draft surveys, engine damage surveys, Hull and Machinery surveys, organising meetings to conduct and establish joint investigative surveys, submitting formal reports upon completion of surveys. Show less

  • Senior Marine Surveyor | Deputy Operations Manager

    Dec 2024 - now

  • Senior Marine Surveyor (Projects & Development)

    Apr 2024 - Dec 2024

  • Marine Surveyor

    Jan 2014 - Apr 2024