January 1st 2002 until December 2004, I served with the Marine Operations Team, based out of the
Mercy Ship International Office in Lindale Texas.
The Vision of Marine Operations is
to be known as a group of caring, Christian professionals, leading the
field in ship management.
The Mission of Marine Operations
is to enable Mercy Ships to fulfill its mission by providing the fleet
with management, technical expertise, support and training; striving to
maintain the highest professional standards to the glory of God
The Objective of the Marine
Operations Department are:
-to oversee the operation and status of the Company's
Safety Management System,
-coordinate the Training Program on board the vessels
and ashore as it relates to the operation of the vessel,
-to liaison with Flag State authorities and
Classification Societies,
-to ensure the planned maintenance system is being
maintained on the vessels,
-to arrange for dry-docking and other major repairs
-to keep up to date on new legislation which affects
the operation of the fleet,
-plan and implement large scale modifications/changes
on the vessels,
-recruit technical staff for existing and future
vessels
-assess potential new additions to the fleet and
report to the appropriate Board of Directors,
-introduce the work of Mercy Ships to the marine
industry wherever possible.
As you can see, there is a lot of things
that go on behind the scenes to make the ministry happen. I am
excited to be serving with a great group of professional and look
forward to my time with them.
