Oriel Caballero Castillo

I am a seasoned Chief Officer with over a decade of experience in the maritime industry, specializing in navigation, cargo operations, and regulatory compliance. My leadership approach focuses on empowering teams, maintaining a safety-first culture, and delivering efficient, incident-free operations.
Cargo & Voyage Management: Successfully oversaw the safe transport of high-value cargo across multiple international routes without incident, ensuring timely delivery and operational efficiency.
Regulatory Compliance: Expert in managing external audits and flag-state inspections, achieving zero non-conformities across all audits and inspections, maintaining full compliance with international maritime standards.
Leadership & Team Development: Proven ability to lead deck departments, support Master effectively, and foster a collaborative environment that prioritises safety and performance.
Safety & Risk Management: Committed to upholding the highest standards of maritime safety and continuous improvement in operational processes.

 I am licensed as Chief Officer II/2. At present, I am honored to serve in the capacity of Chief Officer on the Research Vessel Nautilus. Within this vessel I have strengthen my capabilities of performing tender operations, deck maintenance, and ROV manoeuvres at open seas.  Prior to my current experience at the Nautilus, I had the opportunity to serve as third navigational officer on Oil/tanker  Danubia, and Chemical Tankers Atlantica Breeze, Atlantica Bay under the management of Ahrenkiel Tankers GmbH &Co. KG/Barber Ship Management. 

B.S in Nautical Engineering in Navigation with emphasis in Maritime transportation and administration. 

Columbus University Panamá.  January 2012 - December 2016.