Hi, I’m
Leerick Nagir
Gasparillo,CTT
Summary
Dedicated, adaptable professional with excellent problem-solving skills and collaborative approach. Possesses fundamental maritime knowledge and navigation techniques, along with proficiency in operating and maintaining navigational equipment. Committed to ensuring safe and efficient vessel operations while contributing to overall success of team.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Inland Offshore Contractors Ltd.
2nd Officer
09.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Assist in operating the Dynamic Positioning System (DPS) to maintain the vessel's position automatically while performing offshore operations, such as loading/unloading cargo or transferring personnel
- Conduct pre-operational checks of the DP system, ensuring all systems are functioning correctly and updated with the latest software
- Monitor the DP control systems and sensor inputs (e.g., GPS, gyros, anemometers) to maintain precise vessel positioning
- Ensure readiness to switch from DP mode to manual or semi-manual control in case of system failure or emergencies
- Act as Officer of the Watch (OOW), responsible for safe navigation, collision avoidance, and monitoring of the vessel's position and course
- Plan and execute passages, ensuring all navigational equipment is in optimal condition and all charts and publications are up to date
- Monitor weather conditions and assess how environmental factors like currents and winds may affect vessel stability and positioning
- Oversee the loading, stowage, and securing of deck cargo such as equipment, tools, and supplies for offshore installations (e.g., rigs or platforms)
- Work closely with the Chief Officer in the planning and execution of cargo operations, ensuring weight distribution does not affect the vessel's stability
- Ensure safe and timely transfer of cargo, equipment, and personnel during offshore operations
- Ensure adherence to International Safety Management (ISM) Code and the vessel's Safety Management System (SMS)
- Conduct and participate in regular safety drills (e.g., fire, abandon ship, man overboard) to ensure crew readiness
- Maintain compliance with Flag State, Port State Control, and Class Society (e.g., American Bureau of Shipping) requirements
- Oversee the vessel's Permit to Work system for all high-risk operations, ensuring proper risk assessments are in place
- Conduct routine maintenance checks and tests on all navigational aids, including radars, ECDIS, AIS, GPS, and DP sensors
- Ensure that backups and redundancies for critical systems (such as DP equipment) are functional and ready for use
- Serve as a key member of the ship's emergency team, taking charge of emergency communications, muster stations, and lifesaving equipment during emergencies
- Assist in damage control efforts and coordinate with the DP operator to stabilize the vessel during emergency situations
- Assist the Chief Officer with administrative tasks, including logbook entries, reporting, and maintaining certification validity
- Step into leadership roles during the Chief Officer's absence, ensuring the continuity of operations
- Monitor and record discharges and ballast operations to ensure compliance with environmental regulations (e.g., MARPOL)
- Ensure spill response equipment is maintained and ready for deployment
- Promoted on-board security measures by conducting regular inspections of access points and ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Fulfilled reporting obligations accurately and promptly, keeping both management and regulatory authorities informed of key events during voyages.
- Ensured compliance with international regulations and company policies through diligent monitoring of vessel documentation.
- Supported vessel maintenance tasks, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs or safety hazards.
A R Singh Contractors Ltd.
2nd Officer / Ch. Officer
06.2021 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Fulfilled reporting obligations accurately and promptly, keeping both management and regulatory authorities informed of key events during voyages.
- Operated various navigational tools such as radar systems, GPS devices, electronic chart displays for accurate positioning data throughout voyages.
- Promoted on-board security measures by conducting regular inspections of access points and ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Improved crew performance by providing regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Enhanced navigational safety by conducting daily equipment checks and maintenance.
- Conducted thorough inspections of life-saving appliances like lifeboats or life rafts, ensuring they were properly maintained and ready for use in emergencies.
- Coordinated with port officials during visits to ensure efficient docking procedures and compliance with local regulations.
- Supported vessel maintenance tasks, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs or safety hazards.
- Assisted in emergency response efforts, executing swift actions for damage control and first aid administration.
- Minimized risk of accidents with vigilant watchkeeping during navigation shifts.
- Managed inventory of essential supplies such as charts, flags, lifesaving equipment, ensuring all items were well-stocked for optimal readiness at sea.
- Assisted in conducting drills to maintain crew preparedness for emergency situations, including fire, man overboard, and abandon ship scenarios.
- Ensured compliance with international regulations and company policies through diligent monitoring of vessel documentation.
- Participated in pre-voyage briefings to ensure all crew members were informed about the upcoming journey''s specific requirements and expectations.
- Collaborated with the captain to develop comprehensive voyage plans based on weather forecasts, port conditions, and other relevant factors. Responsible for maintenance on the deck, deck structures, and exterior/ interior areas exclusive of engineering spaces
- A comprehensive understanding and operation of the DP computer/control system in various modes of operation
- Identify maintenance needs, set and revise priorities, and assign maintenance activities
- Requisitions supplies necessary for the safe efficient operations of vessel
- Participate in two-way radio, computer or telephone communications with other vessels, the crew, the radio room operator, and other shore-based personnel
- Ensured that Company rules, safety policies, flag state rules, regulations and environmental policies are understood and adhered to
- Maintain Bridge administrative files
- Conduct daily pre-shift meetings
- File completed work order sheets and ensure preventive maintenance work orders are updated
- Maintain ship's fire safety plans
- Generate and conduct required emergency drills and update the drill matrix
- Act as primary Vessel Security Officer
- Maintain Vessel Security Plan and conduct security drills
- Ensure current MARSEC levels are followed onboard
- Fulfilled reporting obligations accurately and promptly, keeping both management and regulatory authorities informed of key events during voyages.
Bridge Control Services Ltd
Deckhand / Acting Captain
07.2016 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Company Overview: (Trinidad and Tobago)
- Always maintain a proper lookout
- Proper maintenance of vessel
- Basic Seamanship
- (Trinidad and Tobago)
Marlog Services LTD.
Deckhand
07.2015 - 02.2016
Job overview
- Company Overview: (for Oldendorff Carriers Trinidad & Tobago), Pt Lisas
- Rigging and banksman duties
- Maintaining deck and equipment
- Bulk cargo trans-shipment operations
- (for Oldendorff Carriers Trinidad & Tobago), Pt Lisas
Red Cloud Company Ltd
Supervisor
07.2013 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Company Overview: Gasparillo
- Oversee renovations to all P.H.L outlets in southern division
- Gasparillo
NH International Caribbean (Limited)
Assistant Civil Engineer
09.2010 - 10.2012
Job overview
- Company Overview: Port of Spain
- Setting out points for buildings to be built
- Outlining work to be done
- Supervisory Duties
- Port of Spain
Education
Vision Marine Nautical Training CenterBarra Da Tijuca, Rio De Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
No Degree from Dynamic Positioning Advanced (Simulator Course)
01-2025
Kongsberg Maritime CentreCentro, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
DP Induction Course
12.2023
FEAT Safety & Marine Training ConsultantFreeport, Caroni
BOATMASTER LICENCE GRADE 3
10.2022
North West Maritime LimitedChaguaramas, DMN
3rd Officer Unlimited from Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch, Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS), Bridge Resource Management, Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA), Radar Observing and Plotting, Ratings Performing Part of a Navigational Watch, Marine Environmental Awareness (IMO 1.38)
02.2018
University Overview
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Ship Security Officer (SSO)
- Rigging & Banksman Training
- Proficiency in Survival Craft
University of Trinidad And TobagoChaguaramas, DMN
Global Maritime Distress & Safety System (GMDSS)
02.2017
University of Trinidad & TobagoChaguaramas, DMN
Diploma in Maritime Operations from Navigation
07-2016
Caribbean Fisheries Training & Development InstituteChaguaramas, DMN
Certificate in Basic Safety Training from Revalidated
02.2015
School of Business & Computer Science Ltd.San Fernando, SFO
Certificate in AutoCAD 2009 from AutoCAD 2009 Essentials, AutoCAD 2009 Intermediate
05.2010
St. Benedict's CollegeLa Romain, SFO
Caribbean Examinations Council- Secondary Education Certificate from General, Chemistry, Geography, English A, Social Studies, Mathematics
06.2009
Skills
- Ship handling
- Safety management
- Navigation expertise
- Technical report writing
- Asset protection
Additional Information - References
- Hanif Abrahim, Operations Manager, Oldendorff Carriers Trinidad & Tobago Ltd., +18682248525, +18682793972
- Ron Rackal, Maritime Services/ HSE Coordinator, Bridge Control Services Ltd, +18686727678, +18686845185
Certification
- Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP)
- Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF) - Various authorized providers.
- Basic Safety Training (BST) - Various authorized providers.
- Medical First Aid Provider - Various authorized providers.
- Ship Security Officer (SSO) – Authorized certification bodies recognized by the flag state.
- Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Other Than Fast Rescue Boats (PSCRB) - Various authorized providers.
- Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Operator's License (GMDSS-O) - Federal Communications Commission.
- Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD) - Various authorized providers.
- Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) - International Maritime Organization.
- Bridge Resource Management (BRM) – Accredited training centers.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
2nd Officer
Inland Offshore Contractors Ltd.
09.2024 - Current
2nd Officer / Ch. Officer
A R Singh Contractors Ltd.
06.2021 - 06.2024
Deckhand / Acting Captain
Bridge Control Services Ltd
07.2016 - 05.2021
Deckhand
Marlog Services LTD.
07.2015 - 02.2016
Supervisor
Red Cloud Company Ltd
07.2013 - 01.2014
Assistant Civil Engineer
NH International Caribbean (Limited)
09.2010 - 10.2012
FEAT Safety & Marine Training Consultant
BOATMASTER LICENCE GRADE 3
- Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP)
- Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF) - Various authorized providers.
- Basic Safety Training (BST) - Various authorized providers.
- Medical First Aid Provider - Various authorized providers.
- Ship Security Officer (SSO) – Authorized certification bodies recognized by the flag state.
- Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Other Than Fast Rescue Boats (PSCRB) - Various authorized providers.
- Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Operator's License (GMDSS-O) - Federal Communications Commission.
- Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD) - Various authorized providers.
- Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) - International Maritime Organization.
- Bridge Resource Management (BRM) – Accredited training centers.
Vision Marine Nautical Training Center
No Degree from Dynamic Positioning Advanced (Simulator Course)
Kongsberg Maritime Centre
DP Induction Course
North West Maritime Limited
3rd Officer Unlimited from Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch, Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS), Bridge Resource Management, Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA), Radar Observing and Plotting, Ratings Performing Part of a Navigational Watch, Marine Environmental Awareness (IMO 1.38)
University of Trinidad And Tobago
Global Maritime Distress & Safety System (GMDSS)
University of Trinidad & Tobago
Diploma in Maritime Operations from Navigation
Caribbean Fisheries Training & Development Institute
Certificate in Basic Safety Training from Revalidated
School of Business & Computer Science Ltd.
Certificate in AutoCAD 2009 from AutoCAD 2009 Essentials, AutoCAD 2009 Intermediate
St. Benedict's College
Caribbean Examinations Council- Secondary Education Certificate from General, Chemistry, Geography, English A, Social Studies, Mathematics
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