MORTEZA PEIVAST
#***-**** ********* ***. ***** Vancouver BC. V7P 3E3
Cell: 236-***-**** *.*******@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
A position as a “Marine Cargo Surveyor”
SUMMARY OF SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Served on board different types of vessels for more than fifteen years: bulk carrier, general cargo
vessels, multi-purpose vessels with the highest rank as master for the last four years
Carried out many cargo surveys regarding quality and quantity of cargo
Carried out many pre-condition cargo survey and damage surveys for insurance companies
Highly familiar with International and Canadian rules and regulation specifically; Canada Shipping
Act, Canadian Marine Liability Act, Coasting Trade Act and Bill of Lading Act
Transport Canada Master Mariner Certificate of Competency
Currently participating in insurance courses with the Insurance Institute of Canada, Vancouver
Master of Science degree in Maritime Operations from Liverpool John Moores University UK
Passed with distinction a comprehensive course on “P&I insurance and Loss Prevention” delivered by
North of England Protection & Indemnity club (NEPIA), Newcastle, UK
Strong analytical, problem solving, organizational and interpersonal skills
PROFESSEIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Marine Claim’s examiner; Asia Insurance Company, Tehran 2010-2014
Successfully handled many cargo claims on different types of cargo such as bulk or general cargo
Meticulously compared the cause of accident with the policy wording for the appropriate coverage,
compensation and possible subrogation
Professionally carried out many surveys from ships and cargo to estimate the extent and amount of
damage and make detailed report for the managers
Reviewed and handled many liability claims and P&I related issues
Marine Instructor, Maritime Training Institute, Tehran 2002-2014
Built strong professional relationships with students by guiding and coaching them throughout their
careers
Teaching Specialties:
Business and Law:
updated international maritime rules and regulation in respect to ship’s safety, security, seaworthiness
and protection of marine environment
familiarity with different parties involved in shipping business and their importance on transportation
of cargo
Morteza Peivast Cell: 236-***-**** page 2
Cargo work:
familiarity with different types of cargo; their loading, stowing and securing
Dealing with different types of surveys and their preparation procedures
Understanding the concept of Dangerous goods and of how to handle them as per International
regulations.
Master Mariner on merchant vessels, National Shipping Line 1989-2002
Dealt with variety of cargo loading, stowing and securing around the world
Took care of goods during the passages by continuously monitoring the cargo conditions
Wrote detailed technical reports on cargo damage due to abnormal causes
Carried out many inspections on vessel’s watertight integrity, lifting appliances and seaworthiness
Carried out many hold inspections before cargo loading to verify cleanness and suitability for the
intended cargo to load
Observed vessel seaworthiness by complying the classifications rules and regulations
EDUCATION
Transport Canada Master Mariner COC Transport Canada, Vancouver 2015
P&I insurance and loss prevention course NOE P&I Newcastle, UK 2009
Master of Science in Maritime Operations Liverpool John Moore’s university UK 2006
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING
Insurance on Property The Insurance Institute of Canada In process
Principles and practice of insurance The Insurance Institute of Canada 2015
MLC 2006 familiarization MTI, Tehran, Iran 2013
Staff performance evaluation MTI, Tehran, Iran 2009
Internal meetings convening method MTI, Tehran, Iran 2009
In office training of Liability Insurance NOE P&I Newcastle, UK 2007
ISO 9001-2000 Internal auditor training course MTI, Tehran, Iran 2004
Ballast water management technologies, University of Newcastle 2004
requirements & regulations Upon Tyne, UK
P&I insurance and loss prevention- ship security, NOE P&I Newcastle, UK 2003
ISPS code & SOLAS, P&I cover
Criminal action against sea and shore staff NOE P&I Newcastle, UK 2003
P&I insurance and container familiarization NOE P&I Newcastle, UK 2002
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Author of books in marine insurance, three volumes namely: 2010-2012
o Law of Marine Insurance
o Institute Time Clauses, Hulls 1983
o 3rd party’s liabilities (P&I Clubs)
Hold a joint seminar with North of England P&I club on “Container Issues” 2007
Received scholarship for Master degree from Liverpool John Moores University 2004