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Denis Barakov

Roustabout / Ordinary Seaman

Currently a student at Novikontas Maritime College, completing the comprehensive Offshore Rigger professional education program. Equipped with a solid foundation and essential practical skills required for safe and efficient deck and offshore operations. Possesses multiple international certifications including OPITO Rigger, GWO BSTR Full Offshore, and MEWP Operator. Highly motivated, disciplined, and quick to learn with a strong commitment to maritime safety standards (HSE).

๐ŸŽ“ Education

2024 โ€” 2026

Offshore Rigger Professional Program

Novikontas Maritime College

Maritime & Offshore Operations

Comprehensive professional education program covering offshore rigging operations, maritime safety, and deck operations.

๐Ÿ“œ Certifications

CoC Rating Forming Part of Navigational Watch (II/4 Ordinary Seaman)

STCW

Issued: 05.11.2019

Certificate of Competency entitling holder to serve as a rating forming part of a navigational watch on seagoing ships.

Basic Safety Training STCW A-VI/1 (1-4)

STCW

Issued: 21.04.2023

Standard basic safety training comprising personal survival techniques, fire prevention, elementary first aid, and personal safety.

Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats A-VI/2-1

STCW

Issued: 26.05.2021

Advanced training in lifeboat and rescue boat operations, launching appliances, and survival at sea.

Crowd Management Training Support Level A-V/2 (1-2)

STCW

Issued: 19.01.2022

Passenger ship crowd management training for safe embarkation, disembarkation, and emergency situations.

Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties A-VI/6 (1-2)

STCW

Issued: 24.03.2023

Maritime security awareness training covering security threats, surveillance, and emergency response procedures.

Tanker Familiarization Oil and Chemical A-V/1-1

STCW

Issued: 13.08.2021

Specialized training in tanker operations, cargo handling, safety procedures for oil and chemical tankers.

Ordinary Seaman (A-II/4) Certificate

Novikontas Maritime College

Issued: 2026

Qualified as Ordinary Seaman under STCW A-II/4 standards โ€” trained in watchkeeping, deck duties, and vessel maintenance.

Offshore BST GSK (incl. HUET + EBS)

GWO (Global Wind Organisation)

Issued: 26.02.2025

Basic Safety Training for offshore โ€” includes Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET) and Emergency Breathing System (EBS).

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OPITO CA-EBS Initial Deployment Training

OPITO

Issued: 30.04.2025

Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System initial deployment training for offshore environments.

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OPITO Basic H2S Training

OPITO

Issued: 30.04.2025

Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) safety training for offshore operations โ€” detection, hazards, and emergency response.

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OPITO IMIST-F (International Minimum Industry Safety Training)

OPITO

Issued: 11.05.2025

International Minimum Industry Safety Training for offshore workers covering safety essentials and best practices.

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OPITO Rigger

OPITO

Issued: 2025

Professional rigging certification โ€” theoretical and practical knowledge in lifting operations, rigging safety, and equipment handling.

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OPITO Banksman and Slinger

OPITO

Issued: 2025

Certified in safe communication, signaling, and direction of lifting operations for crane and rigging crews.

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Medical Certificate of Fitness (Seafarer)

Medical

Issued: 13.01.2025

Seafarer medical fitness certificate confirming physical and mental fitness for maritime duties.

Certificate of Medical Fitness (Offshore)

Medical

Issued: 24.02.2025

Offshore medical fitness certificate confirming fitness for offshore work environments.

English Proficiency โ€” Marlins Test

Marlins / Nottingham Trent University

Issued: 2023

English language proficiency assessment for seafarers โ€” Marlins English Test score of 62%, equivalent to intermediate level (B1/B2).

MEWP Operator (Mobile Elevated Work Platform)

IPAF

Issued: 2025

Licensed to operate mobile elevated work platforms (scissor lifts, boom lifts) in compliance with IPAF safety standards.

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Telescopic Handler Forklift Operator

NPORS

Issued: 2025

Certified to operate telescopic handlers and forklifts for heavy machinery and material handling operations.

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โšก Skills

Maritime

โœ… Deck Operations
โœ… Watchkeeping
โœ… Vessel Maintenance
โœ… Mooring Operations

Safety

โœ… Safety Drills
โœ… First Aid
โœ… Fire Awareness
โœ… Sea Survival
โœ… Crowd Management

Rigging

โœ… Lifting Operations
โœ… Rigging Safety
โœ… Banksman Signaling

Offshore

โœ… HUET & EBS
โœ… H2S Safety

Soft Skills

โœ… Teamwork
โœ… Discipline
โœ… Stress Management
โœ… Quick Learning

๐Ÿ’ผ Experience

07.2019 โ€” 09.2019

Deck Cadet

Sedov ยท Russia

Training vessel, sail training barque. Watchkeeping duties, deck operations, navigational assistance.

Performed bridge watchkeeping duties under supervision of senior officers
Assisted with sail handling and rigging operations on a 4-masted barque
Participated in navigational training including celestial navigation and chart plotting
Maintained deck equipment and assisted with mooring operations
12.2019 โ€” 04.2020

Seaman

MK-0240 Sevryba-1 ยท Russia

Fishing vessel. Deck duties, cargo operations, vessel maintenance.

Executed deck duties including cargo handling and catch processing
Participated in fishing operations and gear maintenance
Maintained vessel cleanliness and assisted with routine maintenance
Adapted to harsh Arctic fishing conditions during winter season
04.2021 โ€” 05.2021

Watch Seaman / Cook

M-0184 Vega ยท Russia

Fishing vessel. Watchkeeping, deck operations, and galley duties.

Performed navigational watchkeeping duties at sea
Managed galley operations and meal preparation for crew
Assisted with fishing gear handling and catch sorting
Maintained safety standards during deck operations
08.2021 โ€” 11.2021

Assistant Seaman

Vasiliy Golovnin ยท Russia

Fishing vessel. Deck operations, cargo handling, vessel maintenance.

Supported deck operations including mooring, anchoring, and cargo handling
Assisted in vessel maintenance and preservation tasks
Participated in fishing operations in the Barents Sea
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under challenging weather conditions
02.2022 โ€” 05.2025

Seaman / OS / Deck Cadet

Sirena Seaways ยท Lithuania

Passenger RO-PAX ferry operating on international routes. Deck watchkeeping, mooring operations, safety drills, passenger handling, and cargo operations.

Served as Deck Cadet and OS on a large RO-PAX passenger ferry (22,382 GT)
Conducted bridge watchkeeping duties ensuring safe navigation
Led mooring operations during port calls across multiple international destinations
Supervised passenger safety briefings and emergency drills
Managed safe boarding/disembarkation of up to 600 passengers
Maintained comprehensive safety records and inspection logs
Collaborated with multinational crew demonstrating strong teamwork
Promoted from Deck Cadet to able roles through demonstrated competence

๐ŸŒ Languages

Russian
Native
Lithuanian
Fluent
English
Intermediate (Marlins 62%)

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