Sam Barnett

Sam Barnett is a highly experienced maritime professional currently serving as a Trainee Marine Pilot at TasPorts since July 2025. Previously, Sam held leadership roles as Master and Chief Officer at SeaRoad from September 2021 to July 2025. Prior experience includes positions as 2nd Officer and Chief Officer at ASP Ship Management from 2013 to September 2021, and 2nd Officer at Van Oord in late 2012. Sam began a maritime career as a Deck Cadet at Pacific Basin Shipping Limited from 2009 to 2012. Academic qualifications include a Graduate Certificate in Maritime and Logistics Management, a Bachelor's Degree in Applied Science - Nautical Science, and an Advanced Diploma of Nautical Science, all obtained from the Australian Maritime College.