Russell Hoffman

Russell Hoffman has a diverse range of work experience in the maritime industry. Russell has worked as a Chief Engineer for Smit Lamnalco, responsible for maintenance and repairs of tugs in the Port of Weipa. Russell also served as a Master for Cruise Adventures, overseeing various water activities including dolphin and whale watching. In addition, they worked as a Chief Engineer for Broadsword Marine Contractors and Gardline Australia, maintaining vessels and ordering spare parts. Russell has experience as a Marine Engineer for Marine Produce Australia and Sydney Ferries, working on aquaculture systems and passenger boats. Russell has also worked as a Relief Crew for Lord Howe Island Sea Freight and as a Master for Sydney Ship Repair & Engineering and Laura J luxury motor yacht.

Russell Hoffman's education history is as follows:

- From 2014 to 2014, they attended TAFE NSW and pursued a Diploma in Marine Engineering.

- In 2012, they completed a course on Advanced Fire Fighting at the Australian Maritime College in Launceston, TAS.

- From 2010 to 2012, they studied STCW95 COST & GMDSS at TAFE NSW - Sydney Institute Ultimo Campus.

- Between 2004 and 2011, they obtained a Coastal Operations degree in Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 & Master 4 from the Open Training & Education Network.

- From 1994 to 2002, they attended the University of Technology Sydney and obtained a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mechanical Engineering.

- Russell also pursued a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical/Water from the University of Technology, Sydney from 1994 to 1999.

- For their high school education, they attended Marcellin College Randwick and obtained their HSC in 1988.

Russell has additional certifications including:

- Marine Engineer Class 3 (STCW III/3) NC from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority in January 2015.

- Apply First Aid from Marine Rescue NSW in March 2014.

- High Risk Work Licence - Forklift from WorkCover NSW in June 2013.

- Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) from the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government in March 2013.

- Certificate of Medical Fitness from AMSA in January 2013.

- GMDSS from AMSA in December 2012.

- Master Class 4 (Master > 35m NC) from NSW Transport Roads & Maritime Services in October 2012.

- Advanced Fire Fighting from the Australian Maritime College in September 2012.

- STCW95 Certificate of Safety Training (COST) from AMSA in May 2011.

- Marine Engine Driver 1 - Motor (MED1) from NSW Transport Roads & Maritime Services in October 2010.

- OH&S Construction White Card from Work Cover NSW in October 2008.

- Enter A Confined Space from the Victorian Registration & Qualifications Authority in March 2008.

- Bachelor Degree of Mechanical Engineering from UTS: University of Technology, Sydney in October 2002.