Human Resources General Manager

CV Marcelo Javier Santini

Specialization: Business, Port and Facility Management • Projects Designer • Integrated Logistics Core Competencies: Commercial • Financial • Marketing • Sales • Operations • Technical • Services • Marinas Executive Profile

Global executive with extensive experience in logistics and marine services, including river, maritime and port operations, vessel agency, offshore environments, and project design and execution. I have led companies across multiple industries as Director, General Manager, and COO, consolidating a senior leadership profile with strategic vision, operational capability, and a results-driven focus on sustainable growth. My leadership approach is based on talent development, meritocracy, and collaborative teamwork, always prioritizing respect for people and institutional goals.

This philosophy has ensured low staff turnover, high engagement, and a positive organizational climate. Multidisciplinary Experience

My background includes both executive (Director, General Manager, COO) and technical roles: Unlimited Master, Harbor and River Pilot, Salvage and Towing Master, Oil Spill Response, Technical Management, Commercial Diving, and Life raft Service. I have managed international contracts and projects with leading global companies such as WIJSMÜLER, SVITZER, SMIT, T&T, ARDENT, TSAVLIRIS, CARGILL, VALE, RIO TINTO, YPF, EXXON, and SHELL, among others. Financial and Performance Management (P&L and KPIs) Extensive experience in financial management, performance control, and business analysis, achieving measurable results in sales, marketing, logistics operations, and supply chain management. Direct responsibility for profitability indicators (P&L) has been a key factor in achieving strategic objectives. Strategic Vision and Global Adaptability

Entrepreneurial leader with strong cultural adaptability. I am motivated by challenges that combine technical expertise, strategic leadership, and international experience to drive sustainable growth and business innovation.

Since starting my career as a Ship Master at 19, I have commanded all types of vessels, gaining a comprehensive understanding of industrial, technical, and commercial management across the following sectors:

Civil Design and Construction - Naval Architecture (ports, shipyards, ships, infrastructure)

Mechanical engineering and technical management

Energy generation (diesel, wind, dam, and solar)

Fishing and production

Hospitality, passenger transport, and logistics

Integrated maritime, river, and port services management

Marina design and management, special services for mega-yachts

Ship and floating or land structure recycling

Environmental sustainability (Sargassum – Belize / mangroves – PNG)

Oil & Gas and international logistics (offshore, LPG, SPM)

Large-scale industrial and ecological projects

Mining: lithium, iron, copper, and river aggregates Commitment to Sustainability and Innovation

I have led environmental and sustainability projects focused on oil spill response, vessel recycling, mangrove reforestation, coastal erosion control, and the implementation of clean and zero-emission technologies. I combine strong operational leadership with deep regulatory knowledge (ISPS, ISM, IMO, etc.) and efficient financial management. Effective Leadership and Multicultural Management

Passionate about direct, multitask / hands-on leadership, I combine operational discipline with empathy and strategic vision. I have built high-performance multinational teams, promoting innovation, excellence, and respect for local cultures. My ability to adapt and transfer knowledge has been key to strengthening the autonomy and technical competence of the teams under my responsibility.

Languages

Spanish and English: fluent • French, Portuguese, and Italian: improving • Greek and Russian: basic knowledge. My international experience allows me to communicate effectively with teams and authorities across diverse cultural environments. Professional Timeline

Director of Maritime Affairs UBI/UBU Corp., Belize – Dec 2022 – Present Management of the Sargassum Project (ecology) and supervision of maritime operations. Coordination with government agencies on safety and environmental conservation. Comprehensive management of land and sea assets.

Chief Operating Officer (COO) Pacific Towing Maritime Services, Papua New Guinea – Jan 2021 – Apr 2022 Oversight of six branches and over 200 employees.

Management of HR, HSQE, PAD, salvage operations, a fleet of 25 vessels and 25 cars/trucks/heavy machinery. Process optimization, cost reduction, and operational efficiency improvement. General Manager (GM) Delta Towage & Salvage, Argentina – Jan 2008 – Dec 2020 Overall management of maritime and port operations. Implementation of commercial strategies and cost-reduction initiatives. Chief Operating Officer (COO) S.M. y F., Argentina – Jan 2005 – Dec 2010 Port, shipyard, and vessel recycling management.

Supervision of dismantling processes and regulatory compliance. Processed more than 50 vessels in five years.

Unlimited Ship Master / Salvage & Towing Master / OSRO / Marine Surveyor (2000 – Present) Command of all types of maritime and river vessels. Salvage operations (fires, collisions, groundings, sinking’s, oil spill containment and cleanup). Technical, legal, and professional consulting (insurance companies, inspections, surveys, legal affairs). Education and Certifications

Higher Institute of Merchant Marine Education – Argentine Navy – (ENF) Master Unlimited

Argentine Coast Guard (PNA): Marine / Naval Expert

National Communications Secretary: Radiotelephone Operator

Rivera Institute: ISPS, STCW, OSR, ISO, IMO, ISGOTT, SOLAS, MARPOL, HSQE, COVID Protocols.

Escuela Nacional de Náutica Manuel Belgrano (Exclusive University for Marine Merchant Officer): MBA / ISM Relevant Projects

Multipurpose Vessel – USD 1M (1995)

Salvage and Towage – Thessaloniki, Greece – USD 20M (2003)

Multimodal Port – Argentina – USD 300M (2005)

Shipyard – South America – USD 300M (2010)

Salvage and Recovery of 26 WWII Vessels – Fiji – USD 25M (2021)

Iron Ore Production, Storage, Transshipment, and Export – Argentina – USD 250M (2024)

River Project (Mapping, Bathymetry, and Charting) – Senegal and South Sudan – USD 10M (2025) Final Statement

Nearly 40 years of experience, both at sea and onshore, together with a constant drive to learn and grow, have provided me with deep and practical knowledge across all areas described above. A ship master must thoroughly understand every aspect of onboard operations and solve all types of challenges as a team, often without external assistance.

I appreciate the opportunity to present my credentials and am confident that my experience, leadership, and strategic vision align with the goals of your organization.

Sincerely

Marcelo J. Santini

Argentina: +54 9-341-***-****

Papúa Nueva Guinea: +675-****-****

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcelo-santini-17986881/?locale=en_US

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