Tonia O'Rourke
@toniaorourke
Dedicated maritime instructor with a passion for sailing and education.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated maritime enthusiast with a creative background and a commitment to continuous learning and upskilling. My extensive experience in both offshore and inshore sail racing, coupled with my role at The Irish Nautical Trust, has shaped my technical knowledge and understanding of maritime operations. I am eager to leverage my passion and expertise in a dynamic marine environment.
As an instructor and marketing lead, I have successfully mentored students on a 12-week maritime skills course, fostering a collaborative and supportive mentality through learning and problem-solving. My ability to instill a situational health and safety mindset, both in the classroom and on the water, has been instrumental in developing effective communication and teamwork skills among my students.
With a proven track record in technical marine sales and marketing, I have provided extensive product advice for boat maintenance and specialized rigging solutions. My keen eye for market trends and customer preferences has allowed me to grow sales and enhance product visibility, contributing to overall company revenue growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Instructor & Marketing Lead
The Irish Nautical Trust
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
As an Instructor and Marketing Lead, I mentor students in a 12-week maritime skills course, fostering teamwork and problem-solving. I enhance course content and learner experience while managing social media campaigns to boost recruitment and brand awareness.
Technical Marine Sales
Viking Marine
Jan 2019 - Jan 2023 (4 years)
In my role at Viking Marine, I provided expert product advice for boat maintenance and specialized rigging solutions. I successfully ran marketing campaigns that increased brand visibility and customer loyalty, consistently recognized as a top sales performer.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The Irish Nautical Trust
Instructor Certification, Maritime Studies
Completed training in Powerboat Instructor and Yachtmaster Theory, focusing on Powerboat L1&2 and Coastal Navigation for small boats, along with STCW certifications.
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Software and tools used professionally
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