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Julian Manuel Marais

@DeckhandTenderoperator

Experienced Deckhand/Tenderoperator Seeking Opportunities in Yachting

Gqeberha, South Africa
Available in 2 weeks
Job Preferences
Deckhand+1
Motor+1
Full-Time+2
Croatia+5
Single Season+5
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About

I am a reliable, and safety-conscious South African maritime professional with over three years of hands-on commercial marine experience. I currently work on a support vessel, where I am responsible for the safe transfer of crew, equipment, and supplies to vessels in challenging sea and weather conditions. I am passionate about developing my career in the yachting industry and eager to bring my strong work ethic, adaptability, and teamwork skills to a professional yacht crew. I am physically fit, willing to travel internationally, and committed to learning and growing within the industry. I take pride in being dependable, professional, and always willing to assist.

Personal Details

Age31 years
GenderMale
ResidenceSouth Africa

Career Objective

To build a successful career in the yachting industry as a Deckhand, using my 3+ years of commercial marine experience, strong work ethic and commitment to safety. I am reliable, adaptable and eager to learn, develop new skills and contribute to a professional yacht crew. I am willing to travel internationally and take on new challenges while growing within the industry.

Passports

South Africa

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy reading, traveling, learning a new language and trail running.

Experience

Deckhand

Current
Oct 2024 - Present

Cargo loading/Unloading heavy equipment while following safe working practices Safely transport crew, provisions and equipment between shore and vessel operations Assist with docking, mooring and line handling during vessel operations Daily deck maintenance Working extended hours in all weather conditions Maintained professional interaction with crew and skipper

DECKHAND

Sep 2024 - Sep 2024
NEOM SPORT GAMES

Assisted with assembling floating pontoons for the NEOM Sport games in Saudi Arabia

DECKHAND

Aug 2023 - Jun 2024

Loading and uploading cargo, Conveying passengers to vessels, Line Handling, Painting

Certifications & Qualifications

Deckhand Certification

Efficient Deckhand

Supplementary

RYA Diesel Engine Course

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA Powerboat Level II
RYA VHF Operator
RYA PWC
Superyacht Deckhand Course
Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA)
RYA Tender Operator
Hospitality Management Certificate 1 YEAR
N2 Mechanical Engineering
SAILING INTERNSHIP

Skills

Other

• Line handling & mooring assistance • Loading and unloading of cargo • Conveying passengers and crew to vessels • Fendering • Booming of oil spills • Physical fit • Ability to work long hours • Teamwork • Professional appearance • Willingness to learn • Guest interaction awareness • Safety conscious • Washdowns, polishing, and teak maintenance • Basic deck maintenance • Ability to follow chain of command • Stainless steel polishing • Rigging and mast climbing • Exterior detailing & washdowns • Painting, sanding & varnishing • Tender driving • Basic navigation & chart work

Languages

EnglishFluent
AfrikaansConversational

References

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