helmsman
nounUK /ˈhelmzmən/
US /ˈhelmzmən/
A helmsman is the person who steers a boat or ship.
The helmsman turned the wheel to guide the ship into the harbor.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A person who guides or directs an organization or group.
She was the helmsman of the company during its toughest years.
3. The person at the controls of an aircraft or other vehicle.
The helmsman of the small plane kept it steady in the wind.
4. A leader who steers a team toward a goal.
The coach acted as the helmsman for the young team.