Oleksandr Mitiuk
Ratzeburg,Germany
Summary
Maritime operations expert with 8+ years of experience in vessel command, stowage planning, and port coordination. Proficient in MACS3, IMDG, and operational compliance, with a strong track record managing cargo plans, stability, and regulatory procedures. Experienced in interacting with terminals, captains, agents, and support teams to ensure smooth voyages and optimized load factors. Ready to take ownership of vessel operations from a shore-based role within a global shipping environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Ship Planner
ZIM
Hamburg, Germany
2023.03 - Current
- Planned vessel stowage from port-to-port using MACS3, ensuring safety, compliance, and commercial efficiency.
- Handled special cargo planning (IMDG, OOG, reefers, BB, DG) while ensuring regulatory adherence.
- Minimized restows and optimized crane splits, reducing turnaround time and cost.
- Monitored vessel stability, GM, and stress levels across all voyage phases.
- Provided documentation and cut-off guidance to terminals and crew.
- Mentored junior staff and contributed to process improvements.
Master Mariner
Oldendorff Carriers
Lübeck, Schleswig-Holstein
2015.06 - 2023.01
- Managed vessel operations, voyage planning, cargo handling, and compliance on various dry bulk carriers.
- Ensured safety and efficiency across international voyages.
- Led onboard teams and coordinated with port authorities worldwide.
Junior Officer
Marine MAN LTD
Kherson, Ukraine
2014.06 - 2015.02
- Assisted in cargo watchkeeping, stowage coordination, and onboard documentation on dry cargo vessels.
Electrical engineer
JSC "Oblenergo"
Kherson, Ukraine
2012.08 - 2014.01
- Maintained and repaired power systems and electrical infrastructure in marine/industrial environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Deep Sea Navigator
Kherson State Maritime Academy
Kherson / Ukraine 2010.08 - 2014.03
Master of Science - Electrical Engineer
Sevastopol National University of Nuclear Power
Sevastopol 2006.09 - 2012.07
Skills
- Stowage & MACS3 Planning
- Vessel Stability & Safety Management
- Dangerous Cargo / IMDG / OOG / BB / Reefers
- Voyage Performance & COD Feasibility
- PSC, ISM, ISPS, MARPOL Compliance
- Port Rotation & Crane Split Optimization
- Terminal & Agent Coordination
- PCR Validation & Documentation
- Multinational Crew Leadership
- Calm Decision-making Under Pressure
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Elementary (A2)
Ukrainian
Native
Russian
Native
Timeline
Ship Planner
ZIM
2023.03 - Current
Master Mariner
Oldendorff Carriers
2015.06 - 2023.01
Junior Officer
Marine MAN LTD
2014.06 - 2015.02
Electrical engineer
JSC "Oblenergo"
2012.08 - 2014.01
Bachelor of Science - Deep Sea Navigator
Kherson State Maritime Academy
2010.08 - 2014.03
Master of Science - Electrical Engineer
Sevastopol National University of Nuclear Power
2006.09 - 2012.07