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Garon Van Den Berg

@Garon_vdb

Motivated Deckhand with Experience on Motor and Sailing Yachts

West Palm Beach, United States
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About

I am a motivated and hardworking deckhand with hands-on experience on motor and sailing yachts up to 79 meters. I have a strong technical background in fabrication, welding, and maintenance from three years in equipment manufacturing. I am known for being reliable, adaptable, and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and eagerness to learn within a professional crew environment.

Personal Details

Age22 years
GenderMale
ResidenceSouth Africa

Career Objective

To leverage my skills in deckhand duties and technical maintenance in a challenging maritime environment.

Passports

South Africa

Visas

B1/B2
B1

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy working out and hiking in my free time, which helps me stay fit and active for my role as a deckhand.

Experience

Deckhand

Oct 2025 - Nov 2025
M/Y Huntress

Performed detailed engine room cleaning: machinery wipe-downs, bilges, deck plates, vents, air intakes, and drip trays. Assisted engineers with routine maintenance such as oil changes, generator servicing, and basic system checks.

Deckhand

Oct 2025 - Nov 2025
M/Y Moonstone

Exterior washdown and polishing. Haul-out, hull cleaning, anti-fouling application.

Construction Site Manager

Jul 2025 - Oct 2025
Rylea Consulting

Supervised and directed sites, managed daily progress, monitored material delivery and inventory, conducted regular quality assurance, documented daily site activities, maintained safety and compliance.

Certifications & Qualifications

Deckhand Certification

Efficient Deckhand

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA Powerboat Level II
RYA Tender Operations
RYA PWC
Yacht Rating Completion Course
SAMSA Medical
Open Water Diver

Languages

EnglishFluent

References

10 references

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