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Dylan Young

@Dylyoungsa_750

DECKHAND/ DIVEMASTER/ SSO

Antibes, France
Available Now
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Deckhand+4
Motor+1
Private+1
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French Riviera+24
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About

I bring *over 15 years of maritime experience* and more than *300,000 nautical miles* at sea, with a solid background in deck operations, navigation support, tender handling, vessel maintenance, and maritime safety. I served for more than 12 years in the *South African Navy* as a *Leading Seaman and qualified Navy Diver* , where I gained extensive hands-on experience in anchoring operations, bridge watchkeeping, seamanship, deck maintenance, and navigation support. I spent over five years deployed at sea and regularly carried out Quartermaster duties both underway and alongside. Operating in demanding, high-pressure environments strengthened my discipline, leadership, adaptability, and attention to detail. Following my military service, I transitioned into the cruise sector, working as a Security Officer with MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys. In these roles, I was responsible for safeguarding passengers, crew, and vessel operations across international itineraries.

Personal Details

Age35 years
GenderMale
ResidenceSouth Africa

Career Objective

To leverage my extensive maritime experience and security expertise in a challenging role that enhances safety and operational efficiency.

Passports

South Africa

Visas

C1/D
Schengen

Hobbies & Interests

Anything water related (diving swimming paddling wake boarding jet ski) Going to the beach Playing sports ( rugby cricket cycling padal squash) Inflatable boat racing

Experience

Security Officer

May 2025 - Dec 2025

Responsible for ensuring the safety and security of passengers, crew, and assets onboard, through vigilant monitoring, risk assessment, and incident management

Security Officer

Jun 2024 - Jan 2025

Responsible for ensuring the safety and security of passengers, crew, and assets onboard, through vigilant monitoring, risk assessment, and incident management

Security Officer

Sep 2023 - Apr 2024

Responsible for ensuring the safety and security of passengers, crew, and assets onboard, through vigilant monitoring, risk assessment, and incident management.

Certifications & Qualifications

Deckhand Certification

MCA Yacht Rating

Entry-Level Engineer

AEC 1

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA Powerboat Level II
RYA PWC
Divemaster
Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA)
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
RYA VHF Operator
Rescue Diver
Proficiency In Fast Rescue Boats (PFRB)
Ship Security Officer (SSO)

Languages

EnglishFluent

References

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