About
I am a highly motivated First Mate with a passion for yachting and a strong desire for career progression. I thrive in dynamic environments and am dedicated to following instructions thoroughly.
Personal Details
Career Objective
Seeking a long-term deck position aboard a private or charter M/Y, 30m and above, where I can work closely with an engaging captain and engineer.
Hobbies & Interests
I enjoy advanced water sports, scuba diving, and snorkeling.
Experience
First Mate
Ran 32' twin outboard tender, took on more responsibility running the deck, Bahamas Season, increased engine room knowledge (bilge pumps, fuel transfers, water makers, gen/shore power switchover), stood watch alone in high traffic areas, tender tow ops, 2 Jet skis.
Deckhand
Pacific season (Hawaiian Islands) then crossing from Hawaii to Fiji, around 3,000 NM, bridge watches and navigation of vessel, freedom to become comfortable with big boat maneuvers, systems and protocol, anchoring, called distances for captain, developed deeper understanding of basic engineering work and troubleshooting (replacing transducers, water makers, chillers, load shedding, etc), shipyard period, active scuba diving and snorkeling.
Deckhand
Bridge watches during Atlantic crossing, Florida to Greece, 3 month long Med season traveling France, Greece and Italy, 2 28' Hodgdon tenders, Caribbean season, shipyard period, highly dynamic docking operations; stern-to, alongside, mooring, ground lines, shore ties, anchoring, fenders, helicopter operations (taking off and landing), launching and securing of 28 foot tenders (Hodgdon open tender and limo tender), 2 jet skis, and MOB rib, crossing prepping, fueling vessels on board, working aloft in harness, launching of inflatable jet ski docks, Sea Bobs, slide, beach set ups, setting guests up for snorkeling and scuba diving, assisted in guest pick up and drop off from boat to shore in tender.
Certifications & Qualifications
USCG License
Other
Languages
References
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