Captain Jonathan Short is a Master Mariner with broad practical, technical and management experience across commercial shipping, port and towage operations, offshore activities, naval support, specialist vessels, shipbuilding and vessel trials.
Captain Jonathan Short AFNI, HCMM
He has senior operational responsibility for a fleet of more than 35 diverse vessels supporting Royal Navy operations. As Marine Manager and Senior Towage Master, he undertakes complex and safety-critical towage operations and is responsible for fleet readiness, marine assurance, regulatory compliance, incident investigation, vessel auditing and operational management.
His career includes experience with tugs, pilot vessels, ERRVs, offshore supply, construction, ROV and specialist vessels, worldwide. He has worked within MCA, ISM, DSM, WBC3 and Defence Maritime regulatory frameworks, which include Affected Services.
Captain Short’s technical background further broadens his expertise. Originally qualified as an electrician, he has experience in shipbuilding, electrical installation, vessel construction and trials, providing an understanding of both the technical and operational aspects of vessel performance. He is also an SQA/OA and IAMI Assessor, assessing and mentoring tug trainees and supporting Tug Master development streams.
Captain Short contributes to the wider maritime profession through industry publications and is a co-author of Mooring and Anchoring Ships: A Practical Guide, published by The Nautical Institute. Regularly attends British Tug Association, Nautical Institute and workboat Association meetings online and in person.