Levent Baykus
68 Knapp Pl., Englewood, NJ, 07631 Cell :(201)602-3013 E-mail:leventbaykus@yahoo.com
Objective
To make a successful transition into another challenging new aspect of the marine industry, where my
initiative, drive and maritime experience will prove an asset to my new employer and will enable me to
make a positive contribution to any organization.
Work Experience
11/2009-11/2010
US Shipping Corp
Edison, NJ
Vessel Coordinator
1 Responsible for all aspects of vessel operation for company owned 2 U.S. flag articulated
tug/barge and 2 chemical tankers involved in coastwise trade.
2 Duties include development and preparation of voyage plans and voyage orders,
administration of charter parties, and negotiation and purchase of bunkers.
3 Manage agency effort for company vessels calling US ports. Responsible for appointment
and evaluation of agents.
4 Work with chartering department to provide post-fixture support to the vessels, to make
sure that the ships perform as per the charter party agreements, and to ensure the safe
and efficient carriage and delivery of cargoes for post fixture.
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Exercise voyage calculation and generate voyages using shipnet.
Attend the company vessels while loading or discharging periodically to better understand
the operation on shipside.
11/2007-06/2009
Eastwind Maritime Inc
NY,NY
Marine Manager
1 Worked as a Ship Operator at Eastwind Maritime
2 Person in Charge for handling Reefer and Bulk Carrier vessels independently from the
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fleet with reference to post fixture, bunker intakes, preparing freight invoice, agency
appointments etc.
Preparing Vessel Position updates for forwarding to Charterers at a daily basis.
Updating and monitoring vessel information using Shipnet.
Preparing Lay time and Off-hire Statements on completion of each voyage.
Looking after agency appointments, arranging advance payments from charterers and
final settlements thereafter on completion of each voyage.
Responsible for ensuring that vessels voyage is performed as per charter party and
ensure quick turn around.
To follow up the vessel's operations / schedules and the implementation of company
procedures in coordination with ship's agents, stowage planners, ship's command and
other Line's Departments.
Familiarity with voyage instructions, P&L, Hull Insurance, charter parties, B/Ls
Fleet ICT Manager Assistant
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Regularly Interface with Airtime and Service Providers to troubleshoot and to ensure
that vessels are optimizing the offerings of these providers
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Review invoices and perform accurate cost accounting for the fleet’s shipboard
communications, including deciphering Split Billing and the proper assignment of
charges to appropriate cost centers
Keep up with new regulatory, crewing or communications-related requirements and
ensure that the Eastwind fleet remains in compliance
Update Shipboard Software and Anti-Virus programs as needed
Manage crew solutions and ensure that calling cards are procured and distributed
appropriately
Monitor vessel Usage for possible system Abuse by ship’s crew (ie, regular extended
personal phone calls, internet browsing, etc)
Monitor changes in marketplace and new products that become available, which could
enhance the operation of Eastwind’s fleet
Manage White List/Black Lists and other administrative functions for messages to/from
vessels within the fleet
09/2006-10/2007
Midship/Marine Inspection Logistics LLC
P.Pleasant Beach, NJ
Marine Surveyor
1 Draft surveyor: Handling initial, split and final draft surveys. Advising the stevedore for
loading plan.
2 Hold condition, cargo quality and cargo damage survey: Checking all the holds and ship gears
to record any damages, ensuring the cargo quality within specifications given.
3 Loss Control or Expeditor: Ensuring gauging, sampling and analysis both ashore and on board
vegetable oil tankers was carried out as per recommended methods.
02/2004-05/2006
SUNY Maritime College
Bronx,NY
Simulator Operator
1 As a part-time simulator operator in Bridge Watch Standing Course.
RDO
2 Regimental Duty Officer, responsible for cadets, and Rules and Regulations in the campus.
02/2001- 05/2003
Fairwind Inc.
Gloucester, MA
Commercial Fisherman
1 Worked ten consecutive days offshore at 16 hours a day on a lobster boat.
2 Operated hauler. Set, hauled, hand lifted, and stacked 70 lb lobster traps.
01/1999-12/1999
Mardeniz Shipping and Mgmt Co.
Istanbul,Turkey
Second Mate
1 Officer-in-charge of navigational watch using radar, GPS, chart, etc.
2 Creating all voyage plans and maintained the chart inventory.
3 Also participated in numerous loads, discharges, and hold cleaning operations for bulk cargos,
and served as the ships radio operator.
06/1998-12/1998
Ulusoy & Marti Shipping Inc.
Istanbul,Turkey
Third Mate
1 Officer-in-charge of navigational watch using radar, GPS, chart, etc.
2 Responsible for the operation and maintenance of vessels lifeboats, fire fighting gears and
various lifesaving equipments.
Education
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SUNY, Maritime College,
Master of Science,
Major: International Transportation Management
SUNY, Maritime College,
Bachelor of Science,
Major: Marine Transportation
Istanbul Technical University, Associate of Science,
Major: Marine Transportation
Istanbul Maritime High School, Harbor Master,
May 2007,
Bronx, NY
May 2006,
Bronx, NY
June 1997,
Istanbul,Turkey
June 1993,
Istanbul,Turkey
Certifications
5 A.S.B.A. Chartering Certificate
2007
6 Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
2007
7 Medical First Aid & Training
2007
8 Advanced Firefighting Training
2007
9 The Operational Use of Automatic Radar Plotting Aids(ARPA) Training 2007
10 AT Level 1 Awareness Training
2006
11 Chemical Biological Radiological Defense
2006
12 70-Hour Global Maritime Distress and
Safety System Course and FFC Element 1 & 7 Exams
2006
1 Radar Observer Recertification
2006
2 Automated Radar Plotting Aids
2006
3 Basic Firefighting
2006
4 Personal Survival Techniques
2006
5 Personal Safety & Social Responsibility
2006
6 Basic First Aid & CPR
2006
License
Oceangoing Watchkeeping Officer (Unlimited)
References
Available upon request