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Gerald McLarnon

@GeraldMcLarnon

Unlimited Tonnage Third Mate with Maritime Expertise

Jacksonville, United States
Available Now
Job Preferences
3rd Officer+2
Motor
Preferred

About

I am a trained maritime professional with a strong work ethic and a reliable reputation. I have a diverse maritime background, including experience on container ships, research vessels, yachts, and tugboats. I am passionate about aquaculture and have worked on oyster farms, learning about intricate harvesting processes. Additionally, I am a semi-professional rugby player, contracted to play and coach before in New South Wales, Australia and in Rome, Italy.

Personal Details

Age25 years
GenderMale
ResidenceUnited States of America

Career Objective

To leverage my maritime skills and experience in a challenging role as a Third Mate, while continuing to learn and grow in the maritime industry.

Passports

United States of America

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy playing rugby and have a passion for aquaculture, particularly in oyster farming.

Experience

Mate

Aug 2025 - Aug 2025
Skye Tyme

Third Mate

Current
Mar 2024 - Present

Currently sailing as an unlimited tonnage third mate. Fulfilling watchkeeping duties, safety inspections, cargo operations, and management of safe mooring procedures.

Able Bodied Seaman

Dec 2023 - Feb 2024

Sailed onboard the R/V Marcus G. Langseth, which conducted water sampling from Porto Grande, Cape Verde to Cape Town, South Africa. Stood bridge watch as lookout, performed maintenance and mooring operations on deck, assisted with science operations.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

Master 100 GRT Near Coastal
Third mate unlimited tonnage

Languages

EnglishNative