Brandon Reed

• Phone: +1 416 555 0123
• Email: brandon.reed@email.com
• Location: Toronto, Canada
• LinkedIn: brandonreedmarine

Summary

Six years of dedicated service as a Marine Oiler, proficient in maintaining and operating shipboard propulsion and auxiliary machinery. Proven ability to ensure optimal engine performance and adherence to international maritime safety regulations, contributing to consistent vessel operational readiness and efficiency.

Skilled in preventative maintenance, engine room watchkeeping, and hazardous material handling, with a strong record of minimizing downtime and supporting seamless voyages across various marine environments.

Experience

Marine Oiler, Great Lakes Shipping Co. -- Toronto, Canada

Mar 2020 – present

• Performed routine lubrication, maintenance, and minor repairs on main engines, generators, pumps, and auxiliary equipment, contributing to a 98% operational uptime for assigned vessels.

• Maintained accurate engine room logs and records of fuel consumption, oil levels, and machinery performance, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards.

• Assisted engineers in troubleshooting mechanical issues, reducing repair times by an average of 15% through effective diagnostic support.

• Participated in emergency drills, including fire fighting and abandon ship procedures, demonstrating proficiency in safety protocols and equipment operation.

Deckhand / Junior Oiler, St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corp. -- Cornwall, Canada

Aug 2017 – Feb 2020

• Executed deck duties including mooring, cargo handling, and general vessel maintenance, gaining foundational knowledge of marine operations.

• Supported senior oilers in engine room tasks, learning proper lubrication techniques and equipment inspection procedures.

• Contributed to the cleanliness and organization of the engine room and deck areas, adhering to strict housekeeping standards.

• Familiarized with various marine systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and cooling systems under direct supervision.

Education

Georgian College, Diploma in Marine Engineering Technology -- Owen Sound, Canada

Sept 2015 – June 2017

Skills

Engine Room Operations: Main Engine Operation, Auxiliary Engine Operation, Generator Management, Pump Systems, Fuel & Lubrication Systems, Watchkeeping

Maintenance & Repair: Preventative Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance, Machinery Troubleshooting, Bearing Inspection, Gasket Replacement, Valve Maintenance

Safety & Compliance: STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping), MARPOL Regulations, SOLAS Regulations, Firefighting, First Aid, Hazardous Material Handling

Technical Proficiency: Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Cooling Systems, HVAC Systems, Basic Welding, Hand & Power Tool Operation

Navigation & Deck Skills: Mooring Operations, Cargo Securing, Ropework, Basic Seamanship, Bridge Watchkeeping Assistance