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VASILEIOS KLONARIS

VASILEIOS KLONARIS

Seaman
Serres

Summary

Experienced and highly competent Deck Officer with a strong background in cargo vessel operations and international navigation. Proven track record of planning and executing safe and efficient voyages across various trading routes, ensuring full compliance with safety regulations and company procedures. Skilled in voyage planning, ECDIS navigation, cargo handling supervision, and bridge team management. Adept at anticipating operational risks and responding with sound judgment under pressure. Recognized for reliability, precision, and dedication to delivering results in high-responsibility maritime environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

2nd Officer

Neda Maritime Agency, Co. LTD
04.2024 - 09.2025
  • Executed navigational watches at sea and supervised bridge operations, ensuring safe and efficient vessel movement.
  • Prepared and executed passage plans taking into account important ECDIS input functions such as safety parameters.
  • Carried out position fixing, route monitoring, and weather routing to maintain voyage safety.
  • Monitored and maintained all navigational equipment and bridge systems in accordance with SOLAS and company's policies.
  • Assisted with port arrivals and departures, including pilotage coordination and communication with VTS and port authorities.
  • Supervised cargo loading, discharge, and securing operations, ensuring compliance with the vessel’s stability and cargo plans.
  • Checked cargo documents and liaised with terminal operators and port agents during port calls.
  • Assisted the Chief Officer in the preparation of stability calculations, ballast operations, and tank soundings.
  • Conducted and participated in shipboard drills, including fire, abandon ship, and man overboard scenarios.
  • Inspected and maintained firefighting and lifesaving equipment in line with international safety standards.
  • Managed deck maintenance tasks, including chipping, painting, and inspection of mooring equipment and safety gear.
  • Supervised deck ratings during mooring, anchoring, and cargo operations, ensuring safe work practices.
  • Maintained logbooks, navigational records, and voyage reports as per flag state and company's ISM requirements.
  • Participated in internal and external inspections, navigational audits, and port state control checks.
  • Ensured proper implementation of the ship's Safety Management System (ISM) and environmental procedures (MARPOL).
  • Conducted safety briefings and toolbox talks for deck crew before critical operations.
  • Monitored compliance with international maritime regulations and vessel operating procedures.
  • Reported incidents, near misses, and equipment malfunctions to the Chief Officer and maintained safety awareness onboard.
  • Demonstrated strong teamwork and leadership skills while working in multicultural environments.

2nd Officer

MARAN DRY MANAGEMENT INC.
07.2019 - 10.2022
  • Managed navigational equipment like radar systems, GPS devices, and ECDIS for reliable positioning data across voyages.
  • Elevated navigational safety through rigorous daily equipment inspections and maintenance.
  • Executed comprehensive inspections of life-saving appliances including lifeboats and life rafts, confirming proper maintenance and readiness for emergency deployment.
  • Boosted crew performance via systematic training sessions and detailed performance reviews.
  • Coordinated exercises bolstering crew capability to handle emergencies, addressing fire, man overboard, and abandon ship situations.
  • Engaged with port officials during visits to facilitate efficient docking procedures and guarantee compliance with local regulations.
  • Fulfilled reporting obligations accurately and promptly, keeping both management and regulatory authorities informed of key events during voyages.
  • Systematically prepared voyage plans implementing always company's ISM, by analyzing multiple navigational and operational factors including safety parameters, under keel clearance, tidal predictions, weather conditions, and route restrictions, ensuring safe and efficient transits.

Education

Diploma Captain Class C (Deck Officer) STCW II/1. - Nautical Science.

Hellenic Merchant Marine Academy Of Crete.
Chania, Greece.
10.2013 - 09.2018

Skills

Teamwork

Timeline

2nd Officer

Neda Maritime Agency, Co. LTD
04.2024 - 09.2025

2nd Officer

MARAN DRY MANAGEMENT INC.
07.2019 - 10.2022

Diploma Captain Class C (Deck Officer) STCW II/1. - Nautical Science.

Hellenic Merchant Marine Academy Of Crete.
10.2013 - 09.2018

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