Maksym

MAKSYM BAKLASHKIN
Maritime Professional › Shore-Based Logistics Specialist
[open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) | [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) | Katowice, Poland |

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Results-driven maritime professional with 4+ years of progressive sea service, specialising in heavy lift and bulk cargo operations across 4 continents. Achieved Management Level Second Officer at age 20 — the youngest in the company — demonstrating exceptional leadership, technical competence, and fast learning ability. Now seeking to apply deep operational expertise, strong international communication skills, and proven problem-solving capabilities in a challenging shore-based logistics role.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Second Officer — Management Level | NAVALIS Shipping company, under Schiffahrtskontor tom Wörden2023 – Present
• Oversaw and assisted in heavy lift and bulk cargo operations across USA, West Africa, Europe, Middle East and Baltic Sea region
• Developed and implemented Safety Management Systems (SMS) on brand-new vessels from commissioning stage
• Represented charterers and cargo supervisors at local ports; interfaced with customs, port state control, stevedores and insurance companies
• Conducted full passage planning and navigational operations using Excel, ECDIS and voyage planning software
• Managed crew HR functions including scheduling, performance monitoring and daily team oversight
• Produced daily, monthly and quarterly operational reports; proficient in MS Excel and advanced document formatting
• Appointed youngest Management Level Officer in the company (2024)

Deck Cadet | Briese Shipping2022 – 2023
• As a Cadet, demonstrated initiative and technical competence, spending free time on Navigational Bridge, expanding my knowledge
• Supported cargo planning, stowage, onboard documentation and safety operations on heavy lift vessels
• Gained foundational experience in port operations, cargo surveying and maritime authority liaison

EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree in Maritime NavigationIn Progress
Kherson State Maritime Academy, Ukraine
Junior Specialist Diploma — Maritime Navigation2024
Kherson State Maritime College, Ukraine

LANGUAGES
Ukrainian
Native
Russian
Fluent
English
C1 — Professional
Polish
Intermediate (developing)

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENCES
✓ IMDG — Dangerous Goods Handling
✓ Ship Security Officer Duties
✓ Officer of the Watch (Navigational Officer)
✓ Radio Officer Certificate
✓ STCW Basic Safety Training
✓ Advanced Firefighting
✓ GMDSS — Global Maritime Distress & Safety
✓ Medical First Aid

CORE SKILLS
› Project & Heavy Lift Cargo Planning
› Port Operations & Authority Liaison
› Safety Management System (SMS) Implementation
› ECDIS & Voyage Planning Software
› MS Office Suite (Excel, Word — Advanced)
› Operational Reporting (Daily / Monthly / QTR)
› Team Leadership & HR Management
› Charterer & Cargo Supervisor Representation
› Problem-Solving Under Pressure
› International Regulations (SOLAS, IMDG, ISPS)

INTERESTS
Strength & Fitness Training › Team Sports › Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technologies › Continuous Self-Development

Previous references and performance reports available upon request | Open to relocation worldwide