Peter James Herdzik Resume – Chief Engineer | Technical Manager

Piotr Jakub Herdzik

Chief Engineer

IT Engineer

Yacht Build Supervisor

About Me

Hi! I’m Peter,

Marine Chief Engineer Unlimited and savvy IT Engineer holding dual Master of Science diplomas with over 14 years of experience from mega yacht operation, refits, hull extension, dry-docking, FATs, sea trials, 5 year class and build phase supervision (both as owners representative and class society). Holding all valid certificates, EU residence and B1/B2 VISA. Ready to relocate and start new job immediately.

I would be more than happy to help you during a build phase of your dreamed super yacht or manage your fleet as a Build Chief Engineer or Technical Manager.

With my expertise, multidisciplinary knowledge and eye for detail, I assure that your newly built yacht will meet all your demands and expectations.

I look forward to our future long-term cooperation.

Age: 37
Residence: European Union
Availibility: immediately
Looking for: long-term assignments

Experience

2024 - present

Rotational Chief Engineer

m/y Turquoise 182ft / 55m

Working as Rotational Chief Engineer with successful Caribbean 2024 and 2025 seasons.

Responsible for establishing Scope of Work and planning 15-year special survey shipyard in MB92 Barcelona.

Responsible for planning and execution of extensive 6-month shipyard refit split between two shipyards: LMC Safe Harbor Fort Lauderdale and Safe Harbor Rybovich West Palm Beach including budgeting, drawing approval, negotiating SOW and change orders, sourcing and supervising contractors, supervising safe execution of works, witnessing HATs and commissioning, signing SLAs.

Day to day operation, maintenance and supervision of whole engineering department (team of 4 engineers), ordering spare parts and consumables, maintaining log book and planned maintenance system entries (IDEA and Pinpoint Works), taking charge of watches, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of tenders, water sport toys, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and electronic equipment such as Marioff Hi-Fog, CAT 3512 main engines and C9 generators, HUG burners, Magnus power converters, Hamann Black Water Treatment, Idromar RO watermakers, water softeners and sterilizers, Heinen and Hopman HVAC, Quantum stabilizers, Alfa Laval purifier.

Responsible for operation of all AV/IT related equipment on board (Cisco, Starlink Maritime, VSAT, TVRO, Kaleidescape, Crestron, Lutron, Kerio, VMware).

2017 - 2023

Relief Chief Engineer / 2nd Engineer / IT Engineer

m/y Here Comes the Sun 292ft / 89m

Working as 2nd Engineer / IT and recently as Relief Chief Engineer including build phase (AMELS), operation and two refits (minor – 6 weeks and major – 70 weeks) such as 6m hull extension.

Keeping engineering watches, supervising engineering personnel, maintaining log book, pinpoint works and planned maintenance system (IDEA) entries, maintenance and repairs of all electrical, mechanical and electronic equipment such as Marioff Hi-fog, CAT 3516 main engines, CAT C9 and C18 generators, Hug Burners, Alfa Laval purifiers, Kaeser air compressors, Hamman Black Water Treatment, RO watermakers, water softeners and sterilizers, H&H air conditioning system, Quantum stabilizers, Alukwa and Reisinger doors, tenders and water toys (Volvo Penta, Steyer, Yanmar, Rotax, Sea-doo).

Responsible for day to day operation, maintenance and remote supervision of all IT related systems such as: CCTV (Milestone, Axis, Sony), TVRO, VSAT (Starlink, Seatel, MTN, OmniAccess), VoIP telephony (Cisco), GSM, 4G/5G (Pepwave, Meridian), VPN, virtual machines (VMware ESXi 6 and 7), Wi-Fi, Kerio, backup and replication (Veeam, Acronis, Synology NAS), programming repeaters and UHF Radios (ICom, Motorola), entertainment systems (Crestron, DMmatrix, Kodi, Kaleidescape, Soundweb, Apple TV, Chromecast, Sky, DirecTV, Technomate, Jetstream, Plexus TV, Plex), home automation (XXter, KNX, Somfy), bridge equipment (NMEA, Furuno, ECDIS), update services (WSUS), Active Directory. Proficient with Windows Server, Unix, Android and iOS based systems.

Solely responsible for creating cybersecurity policies and procedures, disaster recovery plan, incident response, mapping all devices and penetration tests.

2016 - 2017

Owner's Representative

m/y Here Comes the Sun / AMELS 272ft / 83m

Owner’s Representative during FAT, commissioning and acceptance tests of majority of mechanical and IT related systems during build phase of 83 meter luxury yacht in Amels Shipyard (Vlissingen – Netherlands).

2014 - 2015

Approval Engineer (Class Society)

DNV GL (Det Norske Veritas Germanisher Lloyd) Norway

Design verification of hydraulic, electrical, power and control systems of offshore cranes, sub-sea winches, lifeboat stations and MOB davits for numerous rigs and FPSOs;

Participating in factory and harbor acceptance tests FAT/HAT and offshore periodic/extraordinary examination of lifting appliances.

2013-2014

3rd Engineer / 2nd Engineer

Heros - Type of vessel: tug | Type of engine: 2 x CAT 3516B (2822kW)

Responsible for propulsion plant operation, maintenance and repairs of main engine, boiler, sensors, auxiliaries and winches.
Replacing filters, testing insulation resistance and helping on deck. Watchkeeping, stock control, maintaining logbook entries.

2010-2012

Engine Cadet

numerous marine vessels: Heros, Centaur II, s/v Dar Młodzieży, sbs Horyzont II

Operation, maintenance and repairs of auxiliaries and winches. Works on deck including rope lashing, sail furling and trimming, painting, de-rusting, cleaning. Replacing filters. Keeping engineering and bridge watches.

2009

Trainee

Management Board of Gdynia Seaport | IT Department

Installation, maintenance and repairs of computer hardware, servers and network (VOIP phones, CISCO switches, routers, fibre optics, LAN cables).

Education

2012 - 2013

Gdynia Maritime University

Mechanical Engineering and Machine Design

Master of Engineering – Final Grade (A)

Specialization: Marine Propulsion Plant Operation

2011 - 2012

Gdynia Maritime University

Electrical Engineering

Master of Engineering – Final Grade (A)

Specialization: Computer Control Systems

2007 - 2011

Gdynia Maritime University

Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering – Final Grade (A)

Specialization: Computer Control Systems

Skills

Experience

Refits

95%
Build Phase

90%
Mechanical Engineering

90%
Cybersecurity

92%
Electrical Engineering

90%
Home Automation

98%
IT

99%
Maintenance and Repairs

95%

Knowledge and Skills

Build phase and refits
International Maritime Codes and Standards
Electrical, Hydrualic and Mechanical drawings verification
Managing engineering crew
Marine Propulsion Plant Operation
IDEA Management System
FAT/HAT Acceptance Tests
Maintenance and repairs
Inspections
Troubleshooting
Pentesting & Cybersecurity
Home Automation
IT
VSAT and Networking
Yacht Skipper (up to 18m)
Certified UAV Operator / Drone Pilot
PADI AOWD scuba diver

Languages

Polish
English
Norwegian
French
German

References

I hereby confirm that Piotr was employed as rotational ETO on MY Here Comes The Sun during my time on board as Chief Engineer. Although employed as an ETO on board, Piotr demonstrated his flexibility by covering the role of Second Engineer and seamlessly stepping up as Chief Engineer in my absence when required to do so. Piotr has an expert knowledge of marine engineering principles and is technically gifted both mechanically and electrically. The ETO’s position on board brings with it a myriad of technical problems and Piotr has excelled in trouble shooting and finding effective solutions to complex technical issues. Piotr is intelligent, self-motivated and diligent and has an exceptional eye for detail. His strong work ethic means that the oft long hours and stresses that are part and parcel of working on a busy yacht are taken in his stride. Throughout our time working together Piotr upheld high standards of professionalism in interactions with colleagues, outside contractors and owners alike. Piotr, although initially reserved and shy in demeanour, impresses people with his intelligence and thoughtful analysis. He is loyal and trustworthy and earns respect from his peers rather than demanding it, making him an excellent crew member. I have no hesitation in recommending Piotr both personally and professionally for any position he is put forward for whether that be as an ETO or making the step up to Chief Engineer and would welcome the chance to work with him again.

James Mckenzie

Chief Engineer

Since I joined the yacht it has been clearly apparent that Piotr possesses an outstanding range and level of engineering and AV/IT knowledge. His pride and passion in his work spill over to everyone he works with, and his patience with new/junior crew brings a calming influence that is dearly needed in this industry. Piotr demonstrates a well-structured and methodical approach to his work, his record keeping is excellent and his willingness to help troubleshoot onboard problems while at home on leave have been invaluable. I have no doubt whatsoever that Piotr will be successful in whatever path he chooses next. If that path is as Chief Engineer on a large motor yacht then the engineering department on that yacht will be in safe hands. I hate to lose such an integral member of the Here Comes the Sun engineering team, but our loss is someone else’s gain. I hope to work with Piotr in the future, and wish him every success in his future career.

Stuart Irving

Chief Engineer

Piotr showed incredible work ethic in his day to day duties and on charter. His IT knowledge is excellent and helps to operate latest systems on board. I would also employ him again immediately should the opportunity arise.

James Griffith

Captain

Piotr will carry every task to a high standard. He is also a great guy with great common sense. During operations he always shows highest professional standard and intelligent approach to solve the problems. He was an integral part of our team contributing to the success of the running of Here Comes the Sun.

Mirsolaw Dzieciaszek

Chief Engineer m/y Here Comes the Sun

Piotr Herdzik is very high educated person. His work efficiency compares to the highest standards. It is a pleasure to work with Piotr.

Pawel Adamiec

Chief Engineer m/y Here Comes the Sun

Piotr was a permanent member of the team engaged in numerous design verification and certification projects in DNV GL. During the last years of our cooperation Piotr showed excellent professional knowledge and ability to flexibly apply it to the current operational project task. He was an active team player focused on service quality, accuracy and deadlines taking sole decisions where relevant. Piotr can be highly recommended as a person interested in learning and developing, managing fast-changing environments and situations with success.

Valentyn Skudra

Cranes and lifting operations expert

Piotr is professionally competent and a quick learner. Piotr is positive, works good both in team and independently and are professionally competent. The work in DNV GL he has performed in a very good manner and he has received positive feedback from colleagues. We give him our best recommendations and wish him the best for the future.

Jørgen Husby

Group Leader, Cranes and Lifting Operations, Stavanger

Get in Touch

If you would like to get in touch with me, feel free to call or write to one of the following addresses.

EMAIL: fleettechnicalmanager(at)gmail.com

PHONE: +48 691 453 005

Hobbies

Squash and Padel

Intermediate player always keen to meet someone to play with

Scuba diving

PADI Advanced Open Water Diver + (dry suit and Nitrox)

UAV operator

Experienced and certified drone pilot and video editor

Motorisation

Big fan of naturally aspirated V8 and flat B6 engines.

Music

Playing piano and pipe organ. Listening wide variety of music (especially progressive rock and movie scores)

Food

Real enthusiast of Asian food (especially sushi and sashimi)

Fun facts

484 albums listened

48 dives

57 countries visited

28 US National Parks