Ryan Mac Donald
About Ryan Mac Donald
Ryan Mac Donald is an experienced Radio Operator with a career spanning over two decades in maritime communication and operations. He has worked for various companies, including Diamond Offshore and Ensco plc, and has served in the Royal Australian Navy, contributing to safety and regulatory compliance in offshore environments.
Work at Diamond Offshore Drilling
Ryan Mac Donald has worked at Diamond Offshore Drilling in various capacities as a Radio Operator since 2009. His tenure includes a period from 2009 to 2010, followed by a role from 2015 to 2018 in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, and currently from 2019 to the present in Singapore. In his role, he is responsible for compiling, distributing, and filing regulatory reports. He serves as a designated GMDSS operator onboard the Ocean Apex, ensuring compliance with maritime communication standards.
Previous Experience at Ensco plc
Before joining Diamond Offshore, Ryan Mac Donald worked as a Radio Operator at Ensco plc from 2010 to 2014. During this four-year period, he operated in the Timor Sea and the Northwest Shelf. His responsibilities included managing communication systems and ensuring effective information flow within the operational environment.
Service in the Royal Australian Navy
Ryan Mac Donald served in the Royal Australian Navy as a Communication and Information Systems Sailor from 2002 to 2009. His service spanned seven years across various locations, including HMAS Cerberus, HMAS Coonawarra, and HMAS Stirling. This experience provided him with foundational skills in communication and information management, which he later applied in his civilian roles.
Emergency Response and Coordination Skills
In his current role, Ryan Mac Donald is responsible for manning the control room on the Ocean Apex and acts as the first line of response for emergencies. He coordinates cyclone evacuations and up-manning, which includes organizing flights, accommodation, and transport for personnel. He works closely with various management roles, including the Offshore Installation Manager and Logistics Coordinator, to ensure operational safety and efficiency.
Education and Training
Ryan Mac Donald completed his education at Leeming Senior High School, where he achieved a Year 12 Certificate from 1991 to 1995. This educational background laid the groundwork for his subsequent career in maritime communication and operations.