
Raineless Sproule
Boat operator / master 60 ton
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About
Tug boat operator experienced in vessel navigation, crew coordination, and maritime safety compliance to ensure efficient and secure transportation. Proficient in mechanical maintenance, weather interpretation, and emergency protocol implementation to optimize operational reliability. Focused on enhancing marine operations through proactive safety management and effective team leadership.
Experience
Master 60 ton at Prism marine
Operating between Vancouver harbour and the top of Indian Arm.
Boat operator at Bridgemans marine transport (2025-09 – Present)
- Operated vessels to ensure safe and timely transportation of passengers and cargo across designated waterways.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance to uphold vessel safety standards and operational reliability.
- Communicated effectively with port authorities and crew to coordinate docking procedures and navigation routes.
- Monitored weather and water conditions to adjust navigation plans and maintain passenger safety.
- Implemented emergency protocols promptly to mitigate risks and safeguard lives during unexpected situations.
Tug boat captain / Pile driver at Bluewater systems (2023-04 – 2025-08)
- Operated a variety of vibratory and hydraulic pile driving equipment to drive sheet piles, timber piles, steel pipe piles.
- Assisted in the installation of cofferdams, bulkheads, retaining walls and other marine structures using pile driving techniques.
- Managed crew members to ensure safe passage of passengers and cargo.
- Maintained accurate records of voyage logs, fuel consumption and crew details.
- Navigated waterways in a variety of weather conditions and vessel types.
- Performed routine maintenance on engines, hulls and other boat components.
- Navigated tug operations coordinating vessel positioning to accelerate project timelines while maintaining strict adherence to maritime safety regulations.
Deckhand at Gisbourne marine services (2018-09 – 2024-01)
- Tug boat operator /deckhand
- Towing rigs and barges in the Fraser River, Straight of Georgia, Vancouver and Victoria harbours, Howe sound
- Training of new hires, teaching proper tie ups, safe mooring, winch operation ect.
- Preformed regular drills
- Working with pile drivers dredging and divers
- Radio communications
- Monitored deck equipment and maintained safety protocols to prevent incidents, ensuring continuous vessel operation and crew well-being.
- Facilitated efficient line handling during vessel docking to improve operational flow and reduce turnaround delays
- Coordinated with other crew members to ensure safe and efficient vessel operations.
- Capable of carrying out maintenance tasks such as painting, cleaning hulls and decks.
- Assisted the captain with navigation and navigation-related duties.
- Threw and pulled lines using capstan and kevels to tie up vessel.
- Proficient in operating and maintaining deck equipment, such as winches, cranes, and mooring lines.
- Proficient in basic first aid procedures for medical emergencies onboard vessels.
- Adept at following safety protocols while performing all duties on board vessels.
Deckhand at Quadrant Towing (2022-09 – 2023-04)
- Coordinated with other crew members to ensure safe and efficient vessel operations.
- Capable of carrying out maintenance tasks such as painting, cleaning hulls and decks.
- Assisted the captain with navigation and navigation-related duties.
- Threw and pulled lines using capstan and kevels to tie up vessel.
- Proficient in operating and maintaining deck equipment, such as winches, cranes, and mooring lines.
- Proficient in basic first aid procedures for medical emergencies onboard vessels.
- Adept at following safety protocols while performing all duties on board vessels.
Deckhand at Forrest marine (2017-12 – 2018-09)
- Deckhand and dock work
- Towing logs, barges pipeline etc
- Fishing gillnet for commercial openings in the river
- Other tasks on the boats or around the yard
- Maintained navigational aids and safety gear to support smooth vessel operations, enhancing crew readiness and reducing response times during emergencies.
Education
60 Ton Master Limited in Maritime – Western Maritime Institute/ BCIT Marine campus (2021-10)
