Richard Appah

Inspired individual offering outstanding communication and organisational abilities. Eager to apply learned competencies in practical, business and academic settings with the aim of ultimately pursuing a career in Maritime Industry and logistics research.

Operations Assistant - Protrans

(2025-11)

• Coordinate freight tenders and shipment movements across multiple carriers.
• Verify shipping documentation and investigate discrepancies in freight records.
• Communicate with drivers, shippers, and operations teams to resolve logistics issues.
• Maintain accurate operational records within logistics management systems.

Deck Cadet - Motor Vessel Franziska Schulte (BSM) - Worldwide

(2023-09 - 2025-11)

• Assisted deck officers with daily shipboard operations and safety routines
• Supported mooring, unmooring, and line-handling operations under supervision
• Participated in routine inspections, cleaning, and basic maintenance of deck equipment including painting on deck
• Followed safety protocols in accordance with international maritime standards
• Assisted during drills including fire, abandon ship, and emergency response
• Maintained a high level of situational awareness while working in hazardous environments
• Worked collaboratively within a multicultural crew in a structured shift system

Intern - Ghana Harbour and Port Authority - Takoradi, Ghana

(2022-07 - 2022-09)

• Assisting with cargo handling operations, such as loading and unloading containers, operating cranes, and securing cargo
• Conducting safety inspections of equipment, facilities, and cargo to ensure compliance with regulations and standards
• Performing security checks of vehicles, personnel, and cargo to prevent unauthorized access and ensure safety and security
• Monitoring vessel arrivals and departures, including checking cargo manifests, coordinating with pilots and tugboats, and communicating with vessel operators
• Providing administrative support to port personnel, such as maintaining records and reports, answering phones, and responding to emails
• Assisting with emergency response activities, such as responding to spills, fires, or other incidents that may occur at the port
• Communicating with other port personnel, including stevedores, longshoremen, truck drivers, and other operators
• Updating computer systems and databases to track cargo, vessels, and other port activities
• Conducting research and analysis on port-related topics, such as market trends, regulatory changes, or environmental impacts.

Intern - Naval Base Ghana - Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana

(2021-07 - 2021-09)

• Assisting with maintenance and repair of ships and equipment, such as painting, welding, and cleaning
• Conducting safety inspections of equipment, facilities, and vessels to ensure compliance with regulations and standards
• Performing administrative tasks, such as maintaining records and reports, answering phones, and responding to emails
• Participating in training and drills to prepare for emergency response activities, such as firefighting, search and rescue, or damage control
• Communicating with other base personnel, including officers, sailors, and civilian employees
• Updating computer systems and databases to track maintenance schedules, inventory, and other base activities
• Conducting research and analysis on naval-related topics, such as new technologies, logistics, or operational planning
• Assisting with emergency response activities, such as responding to fires, floods, or other incidents that may occur on base
• Participating in community outreach events and programs to promote the Navy's mission and activities

Bachelor of Science - Nautical Science - Regional Maritime University (2019 - 2023-06)

West African Senior School Certificate Examination - General Science - St. John's School (2016 - 2019-06)

Basic Education Certificate Examination - Kwabea Memorial Preparation School (2005 - 2016-05)