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Jason Ward

@JasonWard

Chief Officer | CM3000 | SSO

Cape Town, South Africa
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Chief Officer
Motor
50-59m+3
Private & Charter+2
Rotational+4
Considered

About

With over 10 years in the yachting industry, I am excited to take on my next role as a Rotational Chief Officer on a 55m+ private or charter motor yacht. I thrive in challenging and fast paced environments and have gained extensive experience managing vessel operations and leading multinational crews. I am a motivated and enthusiastic team player who enjoys tackling challenges head on, while pursuing personal and professional goals. As a natural leader, I take pride in supporting the growth and development of my crew, creating a positive and proactive atmosphere onboard.

Personal Details

Age38 years
GenderMale
ResidenceSouth Africa

Career Objective

My objective is to find a Rotational Chief Officer position onboard a well managed vessel. I aim to complete my M3000 in the next 2 years.

Passports

South Africa

Visas

B1/B2
Schengen

Hobbies & Interests

Superbike Riding, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Wakeboarding, Golf, 4x4 Overlanding, Camping, Drone Piloting, Photography, Videography, Hiking and Scuba Diving.

Experience

Chief Officer/2nd Officer

Jul 2021 - Apr 2024
M/Y Azamanta

As Chief Officer/ 2nd Officer, my duties included, but were not limited to; passage planning (Full ECDIS - Wartsila Navi-Sailor 4000 and Navi-Planner), weather routing, navigation, deck team management, mooring and anchoring operations, internal, flag and class audits, ISM, ISPS and MLC management, planned maintenance (IDEA), drills and crew training, logbooks, payroll management, accounting, crew recruitment, itinerary building, RYA training centre management, shipyard project management (Full paint job, minor refit and maintenance period), work lists, inventories and Smartsheets, order lists, supplier relationships, stock management, tender driving, water sports, guest interaction and problem solving. Often taking over full command of the vessel while the Captain and Chief Officer were away on leave - I am proficient in running all areas of the vessel's management.

Relief 2nd Officer

May 2020 - Sep 2020
M/Y Samurai

Oversaw the deck department, managing daily operations, guest setups, navigation, tender driving, towing operations, water sports, mooring, anchoring and ensuring seamless Charter/ Owner turnarounds during a busy Mediterranean season.

Bosun

Jan 2020 - May 2020
M/Y Planet Nine

Managed a team of 5 deckhands, overseeing daily operations, maintenance, guest setups, tender driving, water sports, crane, tender and helicopter operations, during a demanding Charter/ Owner Caribbean itinerary, before returning to France for a busy shipyard period.

Certifications & Qualifications

Chief Mate

Chief Mate 3000 GT (II/2)

Yachtmaster

Yachtmaster Ocean
Yachtmaster Offshore

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA PWC Instructor
Proficiency as Ship Security Officer (PSSO)
CM3000 Cayman Islands Endorsement
ECDIS Navi-Sailor 4000 Type Specific

Languages

EnglishFluent

References

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