Manuel Jesús Suárez Pérez
Paraiso
Summary
Experienced Deck Officer and Dynamic Positioning Operator (DPO) with over 16 years of maritime experience, including 13 years working with Bourbon Offshore vessels. Strong background in Dynamic Positioning operations, offshore supply missions, bridge watchkeeping and safe vessel navigation.
Skilled in operating DP systems, ECDIS navigation, and offshore logistics operations, ensuring safe and efficient support to offshore platforms. Proven ability to follow ASOG procedures, company safety management systems and international maritime regulations.
Reliable and safety-focused maritime professional with extensive experience in offshore vessel operations, bridge teamwork and high-standard operational performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO
PSV ALTAMIRA
Bourbon Tamaulipas
12.2016 - 10.2025
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO
December 2016 – October 2025
- Responsible for the safe navigation and overall operation of the vessel.
- Supervised bridge team and ensured compliance with international maritime regulations and company procedures.
- Managed offshore operations using the Dynamic Positioning system following ASOG.
- Coordinated with offshore installations and clients during supply and cargo operations.
- Ensured proper voyage planning and navigation using ECDIS.
- Maintained safety standards, risk assessment and emergency preparedness onboard.
- Led and managed the crew to ensure safe and efficient vessel operations.
2nd Mate Dpo
Naviera Bourbon Tamaulipas
Paraíso, Tabasco, México
08.2013 - 12.2016
Naviera Bourbon Tamaulipas – M/V Zapotitlán
Second Mate / Dynamic Positioning Operator (DPO)
August 2013 – December 2016
- Stood navigational watch on the bridge ensuring safe vessel navigation in compliance with COLREG and company procedures.
- Operated the Dynamic Positioning (DP) system during offshore supply and platform support operations.
- Monitored thrusters, position reference systems and DP alarms to maintain safe vessel position.
- Maintained nautical charts, publications and ECDIS systems updated according to maritime regulations.
- Assisted the Master and Chief Mate in voyage planning, bridge operations and offshore logistics activities.
- Followed ASOG procedures and company safety management systems during DP operations.
2nd Mate Dpo
Mantenimiento Express Maritimo
Paraiso, Tabasco, Mexico
09.2012 - 07.2013
MEXMAR Offshore Services
Second Mate / Junior Dynamic Positioning Operator (JDPO) September 2012 – July 2013
- Stood navigational watch on the bridge ensuring safe navigation and compliance with COLREGs and company procedures.
- Assisted in Dynamic Positioning operations under the supervision of the Senior DPO during offshore activities.
- Monitored DP systems, position reference equipment and alarms.
- Supported voyage planning and maintained navigation records and charts.
- Assisted the Master and Chief Officer in safe vessel operations.
2nd Mate Jdpo
Oceanografía S.A De C.V
Ciudad Del Carmen, Campeche, Mexico
09.2010 - 09.2012
Oceanografía S.A. de C.V.
Deck Officer / Officer of the Watch (OOW)
September 2010 – September 2012
- Performed navigational watchkeeping on the bridge ensuring safe vessel navigation in accordance with COLREGs and company procedures.
- Assisted the Master and Chief Mate in daily vessel operations and offshore support activities.
- Monitored navigation equipment and maintained bridge watchkeeping standards.
- Assisted with cargo operations and deck activities during offshore supply operations.
- Maintained navigation records, logs and safety procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nautical Science / Maritime Navigation
Escuela Nautica Mercante De Veracruz
Veracruz, México 06-2010
Skills
Dynamic Positioning (DP) Operations
Offshore Supply Operations
Bridge Watchkeeping
Navigation and ECDIS Management
Safety and Regulatory Compliance
ASOG Procedures and DP Guidelines
Voyage Planning and Route Monitoring
Thruster and Position Reference System Monitoring
Offshore Cargo Operations
Bridge Team Management
Maritime Safety Management Systems (ISM Code)
COLREG Compliance and Safe Navigation
Offshore Platform Support Operations
Emergency Response and Safety Procedures
Certification
Chief Mate/ OOW (Unlimited)
• Dynamic Position Operator Unlimited(DPO)
• Global MaritimeDistress and Safety SystemOperator
• ECDISOperator
• Radar and Arpa Operator
• Ship Security Officer
• Medical Care
• Bridge ResourceManagement
• Updating for captain
• Proficiency in fast boats
• Ship Security Officer
Languages
English
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Master / Chief Mate / SDPO
PSV ALTAMIRA
12.2016 - 10.2025
2nd Mate Dpo
Naviera Bourbon Tamaulipas
08.2013 - 12.2016
2nd Mate Dpo
Mantenimiento Express Maritimo
09.2012 - 07.2013
2nd Mate Jdpo
Oceanografía S.A De C.V
09.2010 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nautical Science / Maritime Navigation
Escuela Nautica Mercante De Veracruz