Aspiring Ordinary Seaman with Strong Work Ethic

MulisaTsatsawane

JUNIOR ORDINARY SEAMAN

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dependable young man with safety first construction laborer with a desire to transition into the maritime industry. I offer proven skills in teamwork, hazard awareness, tool use, and maintaining clean and efficient work areas. Known for adaptability and strong communication on fast-paced jobsites. Seeking an Ordinary Seaman position where I can apply my strong work habits, physical endurance, and commitment to training while supporting ship operations and deck maintenance. KEY SKILLS

• Able to work long hours

shifts in harsh weather

conditions

• Knowledge of safety &

emergency procedures

• Team player when

working in groups

• Comfortably meeting

deadlines and

problem-solving under

pressure

• Using hand tools

• Understanding of simple

mechanical systems

• Good communication &

conflict resolution

• Situational and

environmental awareness

EDUCATION

High School Diploma (Matric)

The British Academy

Pretoria, South Africa

2020

LANGUAGES

English — Fluent

Zulu — Fluent

Xhosa — Fluent

CERTIFICATIONS

• STCW Basic Training:

1) Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting

2) Personal Survival Techniques

3) Elementary First Aid & CPR

4) Personal Safety & Social

Responsibility

WORK EXPERIENCE

General Laborer on Construction sites

Amampondomise. Mthatha, South Africa

February 2024 – June 2025

Assisted carpenters, masons, and equipment operators with daily construction tasks, ensuring projects stayed on schedule. Performed site preparation duties including debris removal, trench digging, and material handling.

Loaded and unloaded building materials, operated basic hand and power tools, and maintained clean, organized work areas. Followed safety procedures and used PPE properly, contributing to a zero-accident environment.

Mixed, poured, and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt under supervision.

Communicated effectively with site supervisors and team members to coordinate tasks and resolve issues quickly. Operated small machinery such as compactors, grinders, jackhammers safely and efficiently when required.

P: +27-60-823-**** • E: ********@*****.*** • N: South African L: Mthatha, South Africa Willing to Relocate / Travel Worldwide

• Additional STCW Certificates

1) Passenger Ship Crowd

Management

2) Security Awareness

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