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David Winstone

@Drwinstone

Experienced Chief Engineer in the Maritime Industry

Loano, Italy
Available in 1 month
Job Preferences
Chief Engineer+2
Rotational
Not Considered

About

I am dedicated to applying and expanding my diverse skill set in the maritime industry, while continually learning and growing.

Personal Details

Age46 years
GenderMale
ResidenceUnited Kingdom

Career Objective

To apply and expand my diverse skill set in a role that requires dedication, professionalism, and commitment.

Passports

United Kingdom

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy racquet and team sports, cycling, running, and outdoor pursuits such as hiking and walking.

Experience

Engineer

Current
Jan 2024 - Present
S/Y Mirasol

Preparing yacht for sale and assisting with 10-year Lloyd's survey. Overseeing pre-sale work lists, and ensuring the yacht is in working condition with spares onboard. Coordinating pre-sale sea trials and surveys with prospective buyers.

Part Rotation - Captain/Engineer

Feb 2020 - Nov 2023
M/Y Boss

Conducted major overhaul of navigation, communications, and monitoring systems (radars, FLIR, Starlink). Extensive troubleshooting and fine-tuning of the Boening AMS system. Led multiple yard periods in the UAE: full repaint, shaft and prop balancing, gyro stabilizer replacement, and major modifications to sea chests and exhaust systems. Oversaw major engine overhauls on MTU main engines and Northern Lights generators. Cruised the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Europe (summer 2023). Oversaw shipping yacht from UAE to Europe.

Self Employed/Relief Engineer

Current
Jan 2018 - Present
Freelance

Relief positions on S/Y Nikata (delivery to Antigua), M/Y Element, M/Y Mysorah, and S/Y Sea Eagle I. Consulting for Seaworthy Services(Marine Surveyor), including pre-sale surveys for a 40m sail yacht. Managed various small contracts, including kitchen installations and design/refinement of en-suite units for luxury tents used in events.

Certifications & Qualifications

Chief Engineer

Y3/ Chief Engineer SV <500GT & <3000kW (III/3)

Yachtmaster

Yachtmaster Ocean

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Rescue Diver

Languages

EnglishNative

References

2 references

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