Dick Wennekendonk has extensive experience in various roles related to safety, law enforcement, and maritime operations. Currently serving as Officier van Dienst and Inspecteur at the Port of Rotterdam since September 2018, responsibilities include inspecting dangerous substances and overseeing nautical and environmental regulations. Prior experience includes positions as a Lecturer and Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor at Transafe B.V. (2017-2018) and as a Gezagvoerder overheids patrouillevaartuig at Politie Nederland (2007-2016). Earlier roles involve working as a Mobile Crane Operator and Rigger at Peinemann (2005-2007) and a Captain in the inland shipping sector with STC-Group (2002-2005). Educational qualifications include advanced police training from the Politie Academie Rotterdam and maritime studies from STC Rotterdam.