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Jonathan Bowyer Goerke

@Bowyer

OOW II/I Unlimited

Antibes, France
Available Now
Job Preferences
3rd Officer+1
Motor
50-59m+4
Private & Charter
Full-Time+4
French Riviera+24
Single Season+15
Not Considered

About

I graduated from Warsash Maritime Academy, where I obtained my OOW Unlimited, I gained experience working on bulk carriers during my studies. Upon graduation, I transitioned to the yachting industry, serving as a Third Officer and as relief Second Officer. Additionally, I expanded my expertise through temporary Second Officer contracts, further strengthening my leadership and navigational skills. To broaden my experience and accumulate sea time for career progression, I transitioned to the commercial sector, working on cruise ships and gaining valuable bridge experience. Over the past year, I have been dedicated to achieving my Chief Mate Unlimited certification and I am now finalizing my SQA qualifications. I am actively seeking a Second Officer position, with the long-term goal of becoming a Master Mariner.

Personal Details

Age30 years
GenderMale
ResidenceFrance

Career Objective

To secure a Second, Third Officer, position while pursuing my Chief Mate Unlimited certification, with the long-term goal of becoming a Master Mariner.

Passports

United Kingdom

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy current and foreign affairs, literature, cinema, music, health and fitness, football, wakeboarding, videography, and photography. I am also a PADI Open Water diver.

Experience

Third officer

Jan 2025 - Apr 2025

Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of Life-LSA and FFE. Led the training and development of new Third Officers and cadets, created and updated SOP’s for safety and efficiency onboard, and was actively involved with bridge operations.

Temp Second Officer

Aug 2024 - Aug 2024
M/Y Calypso

Joined the vessel as a temporary second officer to assist with a voyage and taking part in Navigational Watches and Anchor Watches before bringing the vessel back to her port for winter Lay-up.

Third Officer

Dec 2022 - Jun 2023

Served as a Third Officer at SAGA Cruises, responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of Life-Saving Appliances (LSA) and Fire Fighting Equipment (FFE). Led the training and development of new Third Officers and cadets, created and updated SOPs for safety and efficiency onboard, and was actively involved with bridge operations.

Certifications & Qualifications

Deckhand Certification

Efficient Deckhand

Officer of the Watch

OOW Unlimited (II/1)

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA)
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
Proficiency as Ship Security Officer (PSSO)
ECDIS
GMDSS
HELM (M)
HELM (O)
MCA Signals Examination
RYA Powerboat Level II
RYA VHF Operator
Open Water Diver
NAEST
Crowd and Crisis Management
Medical Care
Personal Watercraft Certificate
Maritime Environmental Awareness

Languages

EnglishNative
FrenchNative
SpanishNative

References

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