Richard Codougan, BSc
San Juan
Summary
Self-motivated multi-disciplinary maritime professional with proven leadership, organizational, and zeal for all aspects of the marine industry. I possess the ability to work independently and collaboratively toward problem resolution. My intrapersonal skills, attention to details, adaptability, and strong work ethic form the foundation upon which my career in this dynamic industry rests.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marine Surveyor/ Flag State Surveyor
Tsunami Marine Limited
Trinidad and Tobago
01.2021 - Current
- Performance of marine surveys on a daily basis inclusive of: Condition and Valuation Surveys, Periodic Bottom Surveys, Bunker Survey, Bollard Pull Test, Towage Survey, Marine Assurance Audits, Marine Warranty, Cargo Survey, Damage Survey, On/Off-hire and a suite of statutory surveys on vessels up to 500GT
Maritime Administration Intern- Trainee Flag State Surveyor
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Maritime Administration
06.2019
- Worked alongside the chief surveyor of ships during the performance of various statutory surveys
Maritime Administration Intern- Port State Control
Maritime Services Division
Trinidad and Tobago
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Served in the capacity of an apprentice to the Port State Control Department, Aids to Navigation Department and Mercantile Shipping Department
Teacher (Full-time)
St. Martin’s Secondary School
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
09.2011 - 09.2016
- Supervised form classes from form 1-3
- Taught Mathematics, Geography, Physical Education, and Integrated Science
- Designed and created various subject unit plans, lesson plans and forms of assessment
- Evaluated student’s performance, by administering various forms of assessment
- Facilitated and assess students C.C.S.L.C School Base Assessment (Mathematics)
- Coordinated and supervise students project for Royal Bank of Canada Young leaders
- Plan and chair club meetings
- Administered peaceful conflict resolution strategies between students
S.T.E.M Tutor (Part-Time)
S.T.E.M Summer Camp
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
08.2012 - 08.2015
- Designed and created lessons plans, effectively incorporating I.C.T in each class
- Facilitated the designing and creation of S.T.E.M summer camp final projects
- Supervised the using of Google 3-D Sketch-up and Microsoft Office Visio, programs to design models for students
Education
Advance Professional Diploma: Statutory Surveyor and Flag State Inspector -
International Maritime Training Academy -Online
01.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nautical Science/Maritime Operations -
The University of Trinidad and Tobago- Chaguaramas Campus
C.A.P.E: Unit 1- Pure Mathematics -
St. Vincent and the Grenadines-Ministry of Education
C.A.P.E: Unit 1- Pure Mathematics -
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Community College
Geography, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Information Technology, Technical Drawing, Building Technology, English A, and French -
St. Martin’s Secondary School
Skills
Team Collaboration
Documentation And Reporting
Technical Support
Technical Documentation
Compliance Verification
Certification
- MINTRA Certificate; SOLAS Safety Radio and GMDSS
- MUSTRA Maritime Training Centre: MARPOL 73/78
- Alison Continuous Professional Development Certificate: Diploma In Ship Construction-2023
- III Colloquium of Scientific Research in Port Logistics Chain- 2019
- IMO Regional workshop on the International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti-fouling Systems on Ships- 2018
- Level 1 certificate in Mandarin language. 2016
Career Achievement
Successful marine warranty oversight of the installation of The Zandolie Offshore Platform and subsea structure.
Employee of the Year 2022.
Oversight for Floating Dry-dock Repairs.
Oversight for Deck Barge Repairs and Re-certification
Awards
- IslandScholars.org scholarship award for academic excellence (2017-2020).
- Elected U.T.T Chaguaramas Chapter Guild Vice-President (2017-18).
- An active member of the U.T.T Argonauts Dragon Boat Team.
- A member of the Nautical Pioneer Club.
- Founded L.E.A.P environmental club at SMSS
- Housemaster of Brother Robert Sports team (2012-2016)
- Co-founder of the S.M.S.S Heritage Club.
- Taiwanese award for academic excellence 2009.
- S.M.S.S top science student for graduating class 2009.
- Vice-captain of Brother Robert Sports House.
- Member of the St Martin’s Secondary School Prefect Body.
- A member of the St. Martin’s Secondary School Young Leaders.
References
- Mr. Arren Kasmally, Marine Surveyor, Bureau Veritas, Trinidad and Tobago, (868)-349-7303
- Mr. Francis La Touche, Senior Marine Surveyor / Marine Engineer, Trinidad and Tobago, (868)-729-1353
Additional Information
Areas of competency include the performance of: Statutory Surveys, Ship Registration, Condition Valuation Survey, Tank Inspection, Damage Surveys, On/Off Hire Surveys, Cargo Inspection Surveys, Bollard Pull Test, Bunker Survey, Technical Research, and Dry-docking oversight for CCSS, SCV, and SOLAS vessels operating within the Caribbean Trading Area.
Languages
English
Native language
French
Elementary
A2
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Marine Surveyor/ Flag State Surveyor
Tsunami Marine Limited
01.2021 - Current
Maritime Administration Intern- Trainee Flag State Surveyor
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Maritime Administration
06.2019
Maritime Administration Intern- Port State Control
Maritime Services Division
05.2018 - 08.2018
S.T.E.M Tutor (Part-Time)
S.T.E.M Summer Camp
08.2012 - 08.2015
Teacher (Full-time)
St. Martin’s Secondary School
09.2011 - 09.2016
Advance Professional Diploma: Statutory Surveyor and Flag State Inspector -
International Maritime Training Academy -Online
Bachelor of Science in Nautical Science/Maritime Operations -
The University of Trinidad and Tobago- Chaguaramas Campus
C.A.P.E: Unit 1- Pure Mathematics -
St. Vincent and the Grenadines-Ministry of Education
C.A.P.E: Unit 1- Pure Mathematics -
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Community College
Geography, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Information Technology, Technical Drawing, Building Technology, English A, and French -
St. Martin’s Secondary School