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Brandon Philpott

@Brandonphilpott1

Deckhand / Drone Pilot with Maritime Experience

Antibes, France
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Junior Deckhand+1

About

After two years flying drones professionally in South Africa and Australia, I'm ready to launch my career at sea as a deckhand. I bring hands-on skills in fishing, drone operations, construction and photography, along with adaptability and problem-solving experience. Previously, I also worked as a tennis coach in Abu Dhabi, further developing my leadership, communication, and teaching skills. Excited to join a professional crew and grow in the yachting industry.

Personal Details

Age25 years
ResidenceFrance

Career Objective

I want to do my AEC 1 and 2 and get into the engineering side also as I’ve grown up in a family construction company and been around construction vehicles since young fixing any problems they may have with them. I believe I would be a great asset as a Deck/engineer on my future yacht.

Visas

Schengen

Hobbies & Interests

Fishing, Hockey, Flying drones, Tennis, Photography

Experience

Deckhand

Current
Mar 2025 - Present
S/Y North Star

Performed Step 1 and 2 washdowns, polishing, painting, and rust removal. Assisted with anchoring, mooring, and setting up jet skis and water sports equipment for guests using the yacht's crane. Frequently traveled between France and Italy, as the owners were highly active. Accustomed to long hours, including late-night guest pickups using our 10m tender. Assisted in the engine room and stood regular watch duties.

Deckhand

Feb 2025 - Feb 2025
M/Y Tayrona

My duties included assisting in moving the yacht from Antibes to Golfe Juan for shipyard work, handling lines for departure and arrival, and capturing drone footage during transit. I coordinated vendors at the port, helped haul the boat out, and secured it in the yard. My responsibilities also involved washdowns, window cleaning, hull maintenance, teak care (Step 1 & 2 cleaning, polishing, and stern teak removal), as well as cleaning fridges, the engine room, and the garage. I checked, cleaned, and maintained ocean toys, organized the bosun locker, and managed the cleaning and storage of vendors and covers.

Deckhand

Feb 2025 - Feb 2025
M/Y Monkey Fish

While on board, I was responsible for general upkeep, including cleaning bilges, polishing stainless steel in the engine room, teak cleaning (step 1 and 2), wash downs, rust removal, and window cleaning.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA Advanced Powerboat
RYA Powerboat Level II
Superyacht Deckhand Course
RYA VHF Operator
RYA PWC
Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA)
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
Proficiency as Ship Security Officer (PSSO)
Proficiency In Fast Rescue Boats (PFRB)
Licensed Drone Pilot
TEFL Teacher Qualification

Languages

EnglishFluent

References

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