Profiles
Mr William Davies
Technicial Specialist (Skipper)
School of Biological and Marine Sciences (Faculty of Science and Engineering)
Biography
Biography
I am a senior vessel skipper and technical specialist based at the Coxside Marine Station. I facilitate fieldwork afloat in support of undergraduate and postgraduate programs of study within the University of Plymouth. I am authorized and experienced in the operation of all vessels within the Marine Station fleet and am regularly involved in skippering and supporting marine science, ocean exploration, marine biology and commercial diving activities. I have extensive experience in the logistical implications and challenges of deploying a wide range of marine field equipment while afloat and am happy to assist and offer advice in early planning stages for new and existing activities.
Qualifications
BSc Hons - Underwater Studies with Marine Navigation
RYA - Yacht Master Instructor - Power
RYA - Yacht Master Instructor - Sail
RYA - Safety Boat coxswain
BSAC - Advanced Diver
Graduated from University of Plymouth 1998
Deputy Head of Tidal section - UK Hydrographic Office - 1998 - 1999
Ship Rigger - Devonport Royal Dockyard -1999 - 2005
Part Time Seaman - Royal Navy Reserve - 1999 - 2005
Yacht Skipper and Instructor - Worldwide - 2005 - 2008
Assistant Harbour Master - Falmouth Harbour Commissioners - 2008 - 2011
Employed in current post - August 2011 till present.
Professional membership
RYA, RNSA.
Teaching
Teaching
Teaching interests
Seamanship, boat handling and marine navigation instruction.