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Elliot Kidd

@ElliotKidd
Wellington, New Zealand
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Chief Engineer

About

I am an enthusiastic, hardworking Engineer with enormous passion for the industry. I have worked on a wide variety of yachts, commercial vessels and navy ships in dry dock and at sea over the last 12 years. I have recently got my SV Chief Engineer 9000kw, 3000gt Y1 ticket. (I am waiting for the physical CoC to arrive from the MCA)

Personal Details

Age31 years
GenderMale
ResidenceNew Zealand

Career Objective

I am looking for my next long-term opportunity as a rotational Chief Engineer on a yacht over 50m where I can utilise and continue to develop my skills. My aim is to provide outstanding service to the owner and/or guests.

Passports

New Zealand
United Kingdom

Visas

B1

Hobbies & Interests

- Keeping fit and active at the gym. - Scuba diving and Skydiving. - Videography and Photography. I have done various types of film and photography work for different people, companies and organizations including: Yachts, Auckland City Council, International Touch Tournament in Fiji, Corporate event in Vanuatu, Weddings, Festivals and Events etc.

Experience

Chief Engineer (TEMP)

May 2024 - Aug 2024
S/Y Q

- Completed the last month of the 15 year special survey with Flag and Class - Oversaw the entire commissioning phase after 10 months out the water. - Busy Mediterranean charter season

2nd Engineer

Feb 2022 - Jun 2023
S/Y Sea Eagle

- Sailed the boat over 10,000 nautical miles from Tahiti to Barcelona in 8 weeks - Break down and planned maintenance on all systems. - Preparations for intermediate survey. - PLC trouble shooting and maintenance

2nd Engineer

Feb 2019 - Feb 2021
M/Y Lady Britt

- Primarily in charge of all AV/IT systems including: Cisco, Crestron, Kerio, Satellite TV and VSAT. - 10-year survey along with other shipyard periods. - Keeping IDEA up to date which includes all planned maintenance on all systems including: Caterpillar C9 generators, MTU main engines, HEM water makers, Heinen Hopman air conditioning systems, Hydraulic and Pneumatic power systems, Cranes, Tenders and Wave runners, Fixed firefighting systems etc.

Certifications & Qualifications

Chief Engineer

Y1/ Chief Engineer SV <3000GT & <9000kW (III/2)

Operational Engineer

EOOW (III/1)

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
HELM (M)
Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA)
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
Proficiency In Fast Rescue Boats (PFRB)
Advanced Open Water Diver
RYA Powerboat Level II

References

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