Employed by DFM Ireland. Transferred from the USA to Rosslare Ireland to open an office for DFM and to take over and manage a fleet of passenger/ferry vessels.

Employed by DFM USA to manage all Operational, Technical and Purchasing matters relating to the operation of a fleet of eleven vessels.

Employed by London Offshore Consultants to undertake H&M, P&I and consulting services to the Maritime Industry.

Employed by Renaissance Cruises, Fort Lauderdale to manage all technical matters relating to the operation of a fleet of ten passenger vessels. Duties included the maintenance and operation of vessels in accordance with regulatory, statutory and RCI requirements, to develop operating budgets and operate vessels in accordance with same with constant review of budgets for development of cost savings; oversee the procurement and delivery of all spare parts required to operate and maintain vessels, foster and maintain effective working relationships with flag states and classification societies; prepare budgets and work plans for scheduled vessel drydockings; ensure proper usage and refinement of vessels planned maintenance and inventory management systems; foster and maintain effective relationships with manufacturers and vendors of vessels critical operating machinery; liaise with company's newbuilding team on design issues and modifications; assist in the development of design plans and equipment selections for any future vessel construction; assist in the recruiting and engagement of shipboard technical personnel; develop training and succession plans for shipboard technical personnel ; manage the activities of a team of vessel technical superintendents and marine professionals; interface with the other entities responsible for all aspects of the vessels operation, i.e. Purchasing, Crewing, Accounting, Security, Hotel and IT management; serve as companies key technical representative to the industry ; keep abreast of developing or impending technical and regulatory issues; maintain all vessels drawings, schematics and technical records and ensure consistent technical operating standards are being maintained on each vessel of the Company's fleet.

Employed by a leading Ship management company, CSM, with its own fleet of vessels, combined with management vessels, in total 130 vessels. Responsible for, and controls all aspects of Technical operation of a group of vessels. Supervises cost control, budget preparation, planning and supervising of planned maintenance and class surveys. Experienced in dealing with breakdowns, major drydocking and repair work. Responsible to Company Directors and Owners for every aspect of vessels operation. Responsible for handling of all guarantee claims associated with new buildings. Responsible for all purchasing and supplies. Familiar with ISM Code requirements, S.O.L.A.S. and Marpol. Possesses good communication skills, experienced team worker and excellent motivator. Have had effective involvement building up excellent working relationships with Vessels staff, Owners, Class Societies and Contractors. Has been Superintendent of Tanker, Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Container and Passenger vessels. Very experienced in all aspects of specialist project work and has completed project of upgrading passenger vessel to the requirements of S.O.L.A.S. 1992 Amendments. Total cost of upgrade in two phases USD 25.7 million.

Employed by a leading Classification Society (A.B.S.) Promoted to Senior Surveyor in October 1994 in charge of North England and Wales, managing Newcastle, Hull, Liverpool, Birmingham and Newport offices. Dealing direct with clients and owners and answering survey requests and problems and assisting other surveyors in their duties. Also undertaking damage surveys, condition surveys and Industrial Verification Inspections. Have also undertaken pre-purchase surveys for marine services department. Have worked in drydocks on the Tyne, Swansea, Falmouth and Malta for Class. Have passed courses in NDE evaluation and weld inspection. Have taken an active role in "brain storming" sessions, leading up to and discussing new Classification Society rules.

Responsibilities: identifying and coordinating all repairs carried out on board various vessels in the shipyard, including oil rigs and passenger vessels, liaising with Ship Owners, Superintendents, and Class Surveyors. Assisting the invoicer/estimator with the follow-up costs. Representing the shipyard against the Ship Owner technically, economically and strategically. Resolving all conflicts of interest between Ship Owner and Shipyard as well as internal conflicts between shipyard traders. Gained vast experience in repairing all types of vessels, particularly through out the Kuwait war including hospital ships, and warships.

Employed by a National Insurance Company, surveying steam boilers, pressure vessels, refrigeration units, compressors, pumps, lifts, hoists, cranes and associated equipment.

Promoted to Chief Engineer in April 1985 in complete charge of all maintenance, engineers, electricians and multi-national crew. Responsibilities included: Writing technical reports to company directors and Ship Owners. Upkeep of all services and planned maintenance systems. Development, design and modification of new or existing plant and equipment. Control of spare parts stock. Trouble shooting and immediate decision making in hazardous situations. Safety, health, industrial relations and incentive schemes.

With Lucas Girling Ltd (Motor Industry), Pontypool, on shift work, responsible for all production machinery, machine tools and services.