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Work History
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Software
Certification
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Charis Kakavas

Charis Kakavas

Captain Class B'
Heraklion

Summary

Skilled maritime professional with strong background in navigation, safety protocols, and vessel operations. Demonstrates keen ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, ensuring smooth and efficient voyages. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic maritime environments. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills, with focus on achieving operational excellence and safety standards.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

2nd Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
03.2025 - 07.2025

M/T Amazon Virtue - LR1 Crude/Product Carrier

2nd Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
01.2024 - 07.2024

M/T Ioannis Zafirakis - Medium Range Framo Type Oil/Chemical Carrier

2nd Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
05.2023 - 09.2023

M/T Strymon - Aframax Crude Oil Carrier

Conscripted Seaman

Hellenic Navy
05.2022 - 02.2023

Fulfilled Military Service at Tug Boat "Antaios".

2nd Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
10.2021 - 01.2022

M/T Evros - Medium Range Framo Type Oil/Chemical Carrier

  • Preparation and Sale of Vessel

2nd Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
09.2020 - 04.2021

M/T Lita - VLCC Crude Oil Carrier

Apprentice Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
06.2018 - 01.2019

M/T Axios - Medium Range Framo Type Oil/Chemical Carrier

Apprentice Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
03.2017 - 09.2017

M/T Amazon Brilliance - LR1 Framo Type Crude/Product Carrier

Deckhand

MV Vitamin Sea
07.2016 - 09.2016

Motor Yacht "Vitamin Sea" - 34m Leopard

Education

Bachelor of Science - Maritime Studies - Captain Class B'

Center of Further Education For Seafarers
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Maritime Studies

Merchant Marine Academy of Ionian Islands
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

2nd High School of Kifissia
04.2001 -

Certificate of Proficiency in English - English Language And Literature

University of Michigan
04.2001 -

Skills

    Navigation expertise

    Pollution prevention

    Maritime security

    Safety management

    STCW certification

    Teamwork

    Problem-solving abilities

    Multitasking Abilities

    Decision-making

    Time management abilities

    Active listening

    Detail oriented

    Professionalism

Software

Benefit ERP

MS Office

KAPA PMS

NAVTOR, NavStation, NavTracker, Digital Logbooks

NavFleet, ZeroNorth, BOSS, Veslink CO2 Reporting Platforms

Certification

ISM/ISPS/MLC Lead Auditor

Timeline

ISM/ISPS/MLC Lead Auditor

10-2025

Certificate of Specialized Trainig on Shipbroking and Chartering

04-2025

2nd Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
03.2025 - 07.2025

Certificate of Specialized Training on Port State Control Inspections

02-2025

2nd Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
01.2024 - 07.2024

2nd Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
05.2023 - 09.2023

Conscripted Seaman

Hellenic Navy
05.2022 - 02.2023

Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Operations

03-2022

2nd Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
10.2021 - 01.2022

Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations

11-2020

2nd Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
09.2020 - 04.2021

GMDSS G.O.

09-2020

Apprentice Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
06.2018 - 01.2019

Apprentice Officer

Sun Enterprises Ltd (S. Livanos Hellas)
03.2017 - 09.2017

Deckhand

MV Vitamin Sea
07.2016 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Science - Maritime Studies - Captain Class B'

Center of Further Education For Seafarers
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Maritime Studies

Merchant Marine Academy of Ionian Islands
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

2nd High School of Kifissia
04.2001 -

Certificate of Proficiency in English - English Language And Literature

University of Michigan
04.2001 -
Charis KakavasCaptain Class B'