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Hein Nel

@Heinnel26

Experienced Chief Officer / Junior Captain

Available in 2 weeks
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Captain

About

I am an experienced Chief Officer with well-developed skills and experience within the yachting industry since 2015. I am committed to joining an active itinerary, as a Captain or Chief Officer on larger vessel, that I can commit to for an extensive period.

Personal Details

Age29 years
GenderMale
ResidencePortugal

Career Objective

To secure a position as a Captain or Chief Officer on a larger vessel with an active itinerary.

Passports

South Africa

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

Kitesurfing, Surfing, Tennis, Golf, Snowboarding

Experience

Chief Officer

Current
Sep 2024 - Present
M/Y Somnium

Managed bridge operations and served as Safety, Navigational and Medical Officer, maintaining commercial standards and overseeing annual surveys and LSA/FFE servicing. Handled customs, port clearances and budgets through VOLY, submitting weekly reports to the owners’ team. Responsibilities included full crew management, immigration and logistics, and leading drills in line with Maltese flag requirements.

Relief 2nd Officer

Aug 2024 - Sep 2024
M/Y Zen

Managed daily deck crew worklists, assisted with an internal audit, assisting with an intermediate audit (ISM, MLC, ISPS), overseeing the RYA inspection, and ensuring completion of all LSA annual servicing.

Relief 2nd Officer

Jan 2024 - Feb 2024
M/Y Zen

Filled the 2nd Officer role for 6 weeks during cruising in the Pacific and Caribbean, with highlights including the successful Panama Canal transit.

Certifications & Qualifications

Master

Master 3000 GT (II/2)

Other

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

Languages

EnglishFluent