David West

David West has extensive experience in maritime operations, particularly in the wind farm sector. Currently serving as a Master at Windcat Workboats since September 2020, David is responsible for skippering crew transfer vessels to and from wind farms and conducting survey work within these areas. Previous roles include Marine Coordinator at Ventus/Moray East, where responsibilities encompassed site traffic coordination and certification checks, and various skipper positions at Sima Charters bv, Offshore Turbine Services Ltd, Ventus Marine Services, and Windcat Workboats, all involving crew and passenger transportation to wind farm sites while ensuring safety and maintenance. Earlier in David's career, roles such as BCO and ABCO at Awilco involved overseeing rig stability, loading operations, and safety equipment management. David also managed a personal fishing company for over two decades, which included overseeing vessel construction and compliance with safety regulations. In addition to practical experience, David is pursuing an HNC in Social Work from The Open University.