Frank Giusseppe Aparece
San Jose
Summary
Experienced and disciplined deck officer with proven expertise in navigation, safety management, and crew supervision. Seeking to contribute maritime skills and leadership to ensure safe and efficient vessel operations in international waters.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Officer
MSC
WORLDWIDE
03.2026 - Current
- Assisted the Master and Chief Officer in voyage planning and navigation, ensuring compliance with IMO regulations.
- Maintained navigational charts, publications, and ECDIS systems up to date.
- Supervised deck crew during cargo operations, mooring/unmooring, and maintenance tasks.
- Conducted safety drills and ensured crew readiness for emergency procedures.
- Oversaw watchkeeping duties, maintaining safe navigation and monitoring vessel traffic.
- Prepared reports and documentation related to safety, cargo, and voyage operations.
- MSC DEILA | 190,734 GT | 72026 KW
Second Officer
CMA CGM
WORLDWIDE
01.2019 - 01.2026
- Assisted the Master and Chief Officer in voyage planning and navigation, ensuring compliance with IMO regulations.
- Maintained navigational charts, publications, and ECDIS systems up to date.
- Supervised deck crew during cargo operations, mooring/unmooring, and maintenance tasks.
- Conducted safety drills and ensured crew readiness for emergency procedures.
- Oversaw watchkeeping duties, maintaining safe navigation and monitoring vessel traffic.
- Prepared reports and documentation related to safety, cargo, and voyage operations.
- CMA CGM ARGOS | 94730 GT | 41480 KW
- CMA CGM BOUGAINVILLE | 177381 GT | 63910 KW
- CMA CGM COLUMBA | 151532 GT | 72240 KW
- CMA CGM MEKONG | 94730 GT | 41480 KW
- CMA CGM FIDELIO | 107898 GT | 68640 KW
- CMA CGM CAYENNE | 26645 GT | 16450 KW
- CMA CGM OTELLO | 91410 GT | 68640 KW
Third Officer
CMA CGM
WORLDWIDE
02.2015 - 09.2018
- Responsible for safety equipment inspections, including lifeboats, firefighting gear, and emergency systems.
- Assisted in navigation and watchkeeping duties, ensuring compliance with COLREGs and company policies.
- Conducted safety drills and trained crew members in emergency response procedures.
- Supported cargo operations and supervised deck crew during loading/unloading.
- Maintained medical supplies and assisted in health and safety compliance onboard.
- CMA CGM MEDEA | 107711 GT | 69618 KW
- CMA CGM CENDRILLON | 90931 GT | 72240 KW
- CMA CGM VOLGA | 95793 GT | 47430 KW
Deck Cadet
CMA CGM
WORLDWIDE
06.2011 - 06.2012
- Assisted officers in daily vessel operations, including navigation and cargo handling.
- Participated in mooring/unmooring operations and deck maintenance.
- Gained hands-on experience in safety drills, emergency response, and international maritime compliance.
- CMA CGM Titan | 131332 GT | 72240 KW
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific
01-2013
Skills
- Navigation and voyage planning
- Watchkeeping and vessel traffic monitoring
- Safety equipment inspection and maintenance
- Deck maintenance and repair supervision
- Emergency response and crew training
- Cargo handling and stowage operations
- Leadership and crew management
- Strong communication and teamwork
Certification
- OIC-NW | Expiry Date: 2027-07-13
- GOC | Expiry date: 2027-07-13
- Maltese License | Expiry date: 2027-07-13
- Basic Safety Training | Expiry Date: 2027-07-13
- Advance Fire Fighting | Expiry date: 2027-07-13
- Survival Craft and Rescue Boat | Expiry date: 2027-07-13
- Medical First Aid | No Expiry
- Ship Security Awareness Training | No Expiry
- Passport | Expiry date: 2029-07-02
- US Visa | Expiry date: 2035-02-24
- Seafarer’s Identification and Record Book (SIRB) | Expiry date: 2029-07-10
- Sperry Marine / Sam Electronics / JRC ECDIS Specific Certificate
Timeline
Second Officer
MSC
03.2026 - Current
Second Officer
CMA CGM
01.2019 - 01.2026
Third Officer
CMA CGM
02.2015 - 09.2018
Deck Cadet
CMA CGM
06.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific