Professional Background

Independent Master Mariner (2024–Present)

KMT (Kumul Marine Terminal 2005–January 1 2022) — Joined in 2005; became a solo pilot after two observation runs; maintains pilotage records for KMT.

Kumul Pilot/Loading/Mooring Master (2005–2021) — Trainer for PNG assistant Mooring Masters (2015–2022).

Additional maritime experience — Former Navy diver; served 10 years on product oil tankers; currently serving on offshore supply vessels.

FSO Experience. 1999-2000 Inclusive service on FSO Dampier Spirit situated off Dampier Western Australia.

Qualifications

Master Class 1 (AMSA) — Valid until 2030.

Tanker endorsement — Required for offshore pilotage roles.

Current Assignment & Role

Short‑term secondment to train PNG offshore pilots.

Identified as one of two experienced KMT pilots supporting Papuan Sea Pilots (PSP) in mentoring and developing local PNG pilots.

Assignment Duration

Expected duration is two years or longer if required.

⚠️ Critical Risk Period

The first two years of introducing new personnel are identified as the highest‑risk phase in offshore operations.

👥 Required Support

New personnel must be supported by experienced staff during this transition period.

🏢 Company Commitment

Papuan Sea Pilots Pty Ltd will implement this support without exception to ensure safety and effective onboarding.

Operational & Safety Context

Supports PSP in implementing ISPO offshore standards.

Ensures compliance with Kutubu Safety Case and NMSA permit requirements for KMT operations.

OCIMF and Safety Case requirement: Mooring Masters at KMT must have minimum 10 years offshore pilotage experience, Master Class 1, and tanker endorsement.

Career Overview

2009–2013: Officer on container ships and LPG tankers.

2013–2015: Chief Officer on Tidewater offshore supply vessels at Kumul Marine Terminal (KMT). Mentored by Capt. Jione to pursue Master Class 1 for future Pilot/Mooring Master roles.

2015: Achieved Master Class 1 (NZ) and returned to KMT on a supply vessel.

2016–2022:NMSA Class 1 Pilot serving Port Moresby and multiple PNG ports.

2020: Recommended by Capt. Fuata Jione to Oilsearch senior management as an emergency pilot for KMT during COVID border closures.

2024 (May–June): Completed a major ocean tow from Yamba (NSW) to Auckland (NZ), then a return tow to Sydney.

2024 (July): Pilotage observer in the Ports of Auckland and Tauranga, New Zealand.

Certifications & Endorsements

Master Class 1 (NZ) with Oil Tanker Endorsement valid until 2026. Completed the revalidation of M1 (NZ) March 2026 and awaiting reissue of M! (NZ) by April 2026.

NMSA Class 1 Pilot certification valid until 2027.

Professional Experience

Senior Marine Pilot, Tidal Marine (2020–2023) — Led pilotage operations with responsibility for vessel safety and navigation.

Senior Marine Pilot, PNG Ports (2015–2021) — Managed pilotage services across multiple Papua New Guinea ports.

Ship Master/Captain (2000–2015) — Commanded trading vessels operating throughout PNG.

Relief Master, P&O PNG (2024-2025-2026) — Delivered relief master services for Ok Tedi operations via the Fly River.

Current Roles & Credentials

Piloting in Port Moresby (2023–2026) alongside Captain Amos Jonah while awaiting PSP License issuance.

NMSA Class 1 Pilot for Port Moresby and other PNG ports, valid until 2026.

Director, Papuan Sea Pilots (since Feb 2023) — Contributed to establishing the PSP identity and advancing offshore oil and gas pilotage capability.

Leadership & Contributions

Played a key role in forming the Papuan Sea Pilots to strengthen pilotage compliance and professional development.

Maintained commitment to PSP despite significant opposition, continuing to serve as a director.

Professional Background

Trainee Assistant Pilot in the KMT and POM Pilotage Districts, approved under ISPO.

Currently employed by Exxon as a contractor Loadmaster.

Experienced with offshore supply vessels and Kumul Marine Terminal operations.

Certification Status

Awaiting oral examination for the next Certificate of Competency (M1).

Examination scheduled for June.

Identified Potential

Recognized as a potential Pilot for the Kumul Marine Terminal.

Prior Assignments

Served as Relief Assistant Mooring Master at KMT in May 2021.

Assigned to act as Assistant Loading Master at Kumul by KMT and Svitzer management without prior training.

Professional Background

Former Kumul diver with newly obtained watchkeeper’s certificate.

Experienced in high‑risk operations and collaborative field work.

Performance & Strengths

Reliable team member with strong participation in risk assessments.

Demonstrates solid situational awareness and safety-focused decision‑making.

Future Potential

Identified as a potential Trainee Pilot.

Considered suitable for development as an Assistant Mooring Master.

Availability

Ready to commence as soon as the Pilot vessel is certified and POM permits are completed.

Professional Background

Former KMT diver with experience at Svitzer

Currently based in Port Moresby

Skills and Work Qualities

Experienced in high‑risk operations

Strong contributor to risk assessments and safety planning

Reliable team member with proven performance under demanding conditions

Qualifications & Roles

Pilot boat crew member and coxswain

Holds Mate Class 4 certification for vessels under 500 GRT

Personal Background

Originates from Yule Island, Central Province

Career Overview

Extensive maritime career spanning offshore operations, tanker service, FPSO leadership, and pilotage.

Progressive responsibility from cadet training to Master, Commissioning Master, and later Pilot/Loading/Mooring Master.

Education & Early Career (1980–1988)

1980–1984: Diploma in Nautical Science, Australian Maritime College; first foreign student admitted. Cadet with Boral Gas Ltd (Sydney) and ASP Melbourne. Diploma program funded by Fiji Government first six months and AUS Aid thereafter. Admitted as member of the AMOU as a cadet.

1984–1988: Deck Officer service with ASP on crude/product tankers, LPG carriers, and sulphuric acid carriers.

FPSO & Offshore Leadership (1988–2000)

1988–2000: FPSO operations from Second Mate to Master.

1991–1995: Member of the Griffin Field Oil & Gas Project team; Commissioning Master for FPSO Griffin Venture off Karratha at age 31.

1990: Achieved Master Class 1 (AMSA) with oil tanker endorsement.

Pilotage & Kumul Marine Terminal PNG Operations (2003–2022)

2003–2022: Pilot, Loading Master, and Mooring Master at Kumul Marine Terminal, Gulf of Papua. SPM installation exporting crude oil condensate from a Platform non producing but acts a pressure reducing loading facility to the SPM.

Periodic service as Relieving Terminal Marine Superintendent.

Oversight of SPM maintenance and pipeline inspections.

Safety & Standards Leadership (2023–Present)

2023: ISPO Lead; established the ISPO Safety Management System for Port Moresby and Kumul Marine Terminal under Papuan Sea Pilots.

Focus on pilot‑driven safety standards and organisational development.

Professional Motivation

Strong commitment to giving back to the maritime and offshore oil & gas industry and supporting future professionals.

A dream and commitment to Capt Ludwig Vinarang and all the team handpicked as Papuan Sea Pilots that one day I will return to hand back the reigns to PNG nationals at the level of training and experience I went through the Oil and Gas industry in Australia and PNG.

Elevating Pilot Capability and Safety

The program positions Papua New Guinea’s next generation of pilots to meet international standards through world‑class training, advanced simulation, and specialised tanker‑handling expertise.

Training Excellence

Australia‑based certification pathways ensure every trainee progresses through globally recognised upskilling programs.

SPM Smartships simulator training for KMT and Port Moresby Harbour—completed 31 July 2023—demonstrates a commitment to cutting‑edge operational readiness.

Port Ash ship‑handling models and Smartships simulation will be core to developing confident, capable pilots at every experience level.

Tanker‑specific modules align training directly with the demands of offshore and coastal tanker operations.

Strengthening the Pilot Pipeline

Local trainees with hands‑on tanker experience are ready to enter the program, ensuring a strong, home‑grown talent base.

PSP has already accepted an expression of interest from a candidate who meets all Trainee Pilot requirements, reinforcing the program’s appeal and credibility.

Spotlight on Talent: Avei Guba

Holds Advanced Tanker Safety qualifications (AMC 2015; refreshed COMPASS Philippines 2025).

Certified Class 1 Mate with BRM and ECDIS credentials.

Formerly serveed as Chief Officer on the coastal tanker Western Queen, bringing real‑world tanker leadership to the program.

Preparing to undertake Master Class 1 orals at mid 2026, demonstrating a clear trajectory toward senior command.

Profile Overview

Capt. Henry Fatiaki — Marine Pilot and Master Mariner with extensive experience in Australian and Pacific maritime operations.

Background includes over 10 years as a Marine Pilot with North Queensland Bulk Ports and more than a decade as a Master Mariner with CSL Australia.

Professional Highlights

Technical & ISPO Support

Serves as the Dedicated Person (DP) for ISPO and technical support for Papuan Sea Pilots (PSP).

Provides remote oversight of PSP’s cloud‑based, paperless ISPO management system approved by Lloyd’s Register.

Training & Facilitation

Alongside Capt. Fuata Jione, facilitated training for three Papuan Sea Pilots at Smartships Australia in July 2023 for Kumul SPM and Port Moresby pilotage simulation.

Competency Assessment

Accredited as an Assess Competency Check Pilot through 4 December 2029.

Current Role

Based in Norway with AD Navigation, continuing to contribute to maritime safety and operational excellence.

Notable Distinctions

PSP recognized as the first environment‑friendly, paperless pilotage organization in the Pacific.

Remote ISPO access enables efficient, modern compliance and operational management.