Manolis Kessareas
Kalamata,17
Summary
Dedicated and passionate job seeker with exceptional organizational skills, eager to contribute to an entry-level [Job Title] position. Committed to supporting team efforts and driving company success through a proactive approach and strong work ethic. Demonstrates a keen ability to adapt quickly and learn new processes, ensuring seamless integration into any team environment. Enthusiastic about leveraging skills to achieve organizational objectives and foster growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Master
Costamare Shipping Company
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Master at Container Vessel, GRT 95390 / Charterers Hapag Lloyd / HP 47430
- Leadership and team management
- Navigational expertise
- Risk management and safety
- Regulation compliance
- Technical knowledge
- Communication
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Master
Costamare Shipping Company
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Master at Container Vessel, GRT 95390 / Charterers Hapag Lloyd / HP 47430
- Leadership and team management
- Navigational expertise
- Risk management and safety
- Regulation compliance
- Technical knowledge
- Communication
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Master
Costamare Shipping Company
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Master at Container vessel, GRT 95390 / Charterers Hapag Lloyd / HP 47430
- Leadership and team management
- Navigational expertise
- Risk management and safety
- Regulation compliance
- Technical knowledge
- Communication
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Chief Officer at Container Vessel, GRT 115761 / Charterers Yang Ming / HP 42420
- Safety Officer
- Cargo Officer (Dry, Reefer, IMDG, OOG)
- Ballast Officer
- Duty Officer During at Sea
- Medical Officer
- Training Officer
- Security Officer
- Responsible for deck maintenance / repairs
- Garbage Officer
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Chief Officer at Container vessel, GRT 115761 / Charterers Yang Ming / HP 42420
- Safety Officer
- Cargo Officer (Dry, Reefer, IMDG, OOG)
- Ballast Officer
- Duty Officer During at Sea
- Medical Officer
- Training Officer
- Security Officer
- Responsible for deck maintenance / repairs
- Garbage Officer
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Chief Officer at Container Vessel, GRT 148386 / Charterers Evergreen / HP 49200
- Safety Officer
- Cargo Officer (Dry, Reefer, IMDG, OOG)
- Ballast Officer
- Duty Officer During at Sea
- Medical Officer
- Training Officer
- Security Officer
- Responsible for deck maintenance / repairs
- Garbage Officer
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Chief Officer
Maran Tankers
09.2019 - 09.2019
- Chief Officer at Tanker, GRT 56957 / Charterers Shell
- Preparation for Drydock
- Gas free and Cleaning of cargo tanks
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Chief Officer
Maran Tankers
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Chief Officer at Tanker C.O. (VLCC), GRT 161287 / Charterers Shell / HP 25330
- Safety Officer
- Cargo Officer
- Ballast Officer
- Duty Officer During at Sea
- Medical Officer
- Training Officer
- Security Officer
- Responsible for deck maintenance / repairs
- Garbage Officer
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Chief Officer at Container Vessel, GRT 148386 / Charterers Evergreen / HP 49200
- Safety Officer
- Cargo Officer (Dry, Reefer, IMDG, OOG)
- Ballast Officer
- Duty Officer During at Sea
- Medical Officer
- Training Officer
- Security Officer
- Responsible for deck maintenance / repairs
- Garbage Officer
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Chief Officer at Container Vessel, GRT 148386 / Charterers Evergreen / HP 49200
- Safety Officer
- Cargo Officer (Dry, Reefer, IMDG, OOG)
- Ballast Officer
- Duty Officer During at Sea
- Medical Officer
- Training Officer
- Security Officer
- Responsible for deck maintenance / repairs
- Garbage Officer
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
10.2015 - 04.2016
- Chief Officer at Container Vessel, GRT 57369 / Charterers Maersk / HP 77600
- Safety Officer
- Cargo Officer (Dry, Reefer, IMDG, OOG)
- Ballast Officer
- Duty Officer During at Sea
- Medical Officer
- Training Officer
- Security Officer
- Responsible for deck maintenance / repairs
- Garbage Officer
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
10.2014 - 04.2015
- Chief Officer at Container, GRT 57369 / Charterers Maersk / HP 77600
- Safety Officer
- Cargo Officer (Dry, Reefer, IMDG, OOG)
- Ballast Officer
- Duty Officer During at Sea
- Medical Officer
- Training Officer
- Security Officer
- Responsible for deck maintenance / repairs
- Garbage Officer
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
11.2013 - 05.2014
- Chief Officer at Container, GRT 57369 / Charterers Maersk / HP 77600
- Safety Officer
- Cargo Officer (Dry, Reefer, IMDG, OOG)
- Ballast Officer
- Duty Officer During at Sea
- Medical Officer
- Training Officer
- Security Officer
- Responsible for deck maintenance / repairs
- Garbage Officer
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
2nd Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
05.2013 - 10.2013
- 2nd Officer at Container Vessel, GRT 57369 / Charterers Maersk / HP 77600
- Navigation Officer (Charts, Publications)
- General Operator (GMDSS)
- Garbage Officer
- Safety Officer
- Duty Officer During Loading / Discharge of cargo
- Duty Officer at Sea
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
2nd Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
01.2012 - 08.2012
- 2nd Officer at Container Vessel, GRT 59443 / Charterers Maersk / hp 74604
- Navigation Officer (Charts, Publications)
- General Operator (GMDSS)
- Garbage Officer
- Safety Officer
- Duty Officer During Loading / Discharge of cargo
- Duty Officer at Sea
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
2nd Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
12.2010 - 07.2011
- 2nd Officer at Container Vessel, GRT 56904 / Charterers Maersk / HP 57059
- Navigation Officer (Charts, Publications)
- General Operator (GMDSS)
- Garbage Officer
- Safety Officer
- Duty Officer During Loading / Discharge of cargo
- Duty Officer at Sea
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
2nd Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
12.2009 - 07.2010
- 2nd Officer at Container Vessel, GRT 59443 / Charterers Maersk / HP 74604
- Navigation Officer (Charts, Publications)
- General Operator (GMDSS)
- Garbage Officer
- Safety Officer
- Duty Officer During Loading / Discharge of cargo
- Duty Officer at Sea
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
2nd Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
08.2007 - 06.2008
- 2nd Officer at Container Vessel, GRT 24722 / Charterers Hapag Lloyd / HP 29000
- Navigation Officer (Charts, Publications)
- General Operator (GMDSS)
- Garbage Officer
- Safety Officer
- Duty Officer During Loading / Discharge of cargo
- Duty Officer at Sea
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Apprentice Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
07.2005 - 02.2006
- Apprentice Officer at Container vessel, GRT 34382 / Charterers MSC / HP 31800
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Apprentice Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
04.2004 - 09.2004
- Apprentice Officer at Container Vessel, GRT 37788 / Charterers ZIM / HP 55890
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
AEGEAN COLLEGE
Greece12-2025
High School Diploma -
A.E.N
Hydra, Greece09-2007
Skills
- Leadership and team management
- Navigational expertise
- Risk management and safety
- Regulation compliance
- Technical knowledge
- Communication
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Calm under pressure
- Decision-making
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Master
Costamare Shipping Company
12.2024 - 06.2025
Master
Costamare Shipping Company
11.2023 - 06.2024
Master
Costamare Shipping Company
12.2022 - 05.2023
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
02.2022 - 07.2022
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
01.2021 - 08.2021
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
11.2019 - 06.2020
Chief Officer
Maran Tankers
09.2019 - 09.2019
Chief Officer
Maran Tankers
11.2018 - 05.2019
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
10.2017 - 05.2018
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
09.2016 - 06.2017
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
10.2015 - 04.2016
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
10.2014 - 04.2015
Chief Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
11.2013 - 05.2014
2nd Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
05.2013 - 10.2013
2nd Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
01.2012 - 08.2012
2nd Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
12.2010 - 07.2011
2nd Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
12.2009 - 07.2010
2nd Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
08.2007 - 06.2008
Apprentice Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
07.2005 - 02.2006
Apprentice Officer
Costamare Shipping Company
04.2004 - 09.2004
High School Diploma -
AEGEAN COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
A.E.N