Miguel Morett
Southampton
Summary
Reliable, motivated, and globally minded maritime student with real-world experience across shipboard operations, commercial shipping, and chartering. Proven track record supporting tanker and dry bulk activities through internships in both vessel operations and brokerage. Strong communicator, fast learner, and adaptable team player with the ability to stay composed under pressure. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Seeking part-time or seasonal work while continuing studies in maritime business.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Shipbroking Intern
McQuilling Brokers Peru
05.2025 - Current
- - Supported the commercial desk for both the tanker and dry bulk sectors.
- - Tracked daily freight rates (VLCC, Suezmax, Aframax, Panamax, MR), and prepared internal reports.
- - Assisted with vessel and cargo matching for spot and time charter fixtures.
- - Reviewed charter party terms, laytime, and demurrage exposure.
- - Analyzed trade flows and fleet positioning across major global routes (e.g., AG–China, WAF–UKC).
- - Developed key soft skills in time management, attention to detail, and cross-cultural communication.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Deck Cadet – MT Sousta
Spring Marine Management S.A.
Athens
05.2024 - 09.2024
- - Completed onboard training aboard Aframax tanker in global oil trade
- - Assisted in deck and bridge operations during international voyage: Portugal → Egypt → Malta → Poland → Russia → UAE
- - Gained real-time exposure to navigation, port operations, and bridge management
- - Strengthened decision-making, discipline, and problem-solving under pressure
- Assisted in navigation activities for safe passage planning and efficient voyages.
- Inspected lifesaving and visual-signaling equipment for defects.
Assistant Operator Intern
Spring Marine Management S.A.
06.2023 - 09.2023
- - Supported post-fixture and voyage operations for tankers MT Lambada and MT Merengue
- - Assisted in communications with agents, owners, and charterers
- - Learned document handling, laytime interpretation, and bunker planning basics
- - Gained firsthand insight into the coordination between commercial and technical departments
Education
BSc (Hons) - Maritime Business
Solent University
Southampton, England, United Kingdom08.2025
High School Diploma -
International School of Aruba
Oranjestad, Aruba 05.2001 -
Skills
Soft Skills:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Adaptability and willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Cultural awareness and multilingual fluency
Industry Skills:
- Freight market tracking (VLCC, Suezmax, Aframax, Panamax, MR)
- Spot & TC fixture exposure
- Charter party terms and demurrage basics
- Maritime operations and global port familiarity
- Voyage coordination and post-fixture follow-up
- Microsoft Excel and maritime reporting tools
Timeline
Shipbroking Intern
McQuilling Brokers Peru
05.2025 - Current
Deck Cadet – MT Sousta
Spring Marine Management S.A.
05.2024 - 09.2024
Assistant Operator Intern
Spring Marine Management S.A.
06.2023 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
International School of Aruba
05.2001 -
BSc (Hons) - Maritime Business
Solent University