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Jessica Allen

@JessAllen

Deckhand / Stewardess with Passion for Sailing Yachts

Municipal Unit of Fournas, Greece
Available in 2 weeks
Job Preferences
Deck/ Steward(ess)+2

About

Growing up on my grandad's motor and launch boats in the Coromandel, NZ sparked my love for the water. I have earned my Advanced Scuba Diving Certificate and developed a keen interest in crayfish hunting. I am eager to expand my skills, gain skipper qualifications, and further immerse myself in sailing. My experience includes extensive travel across New Zealand and to Hong Kong, caring for racehorses, as well as competing in 371 race-day rides, achieving 42 wins, and earning two awards: Most Promising First-Year Apprentice and Most Outstanding Female Apprentice. My career has instilled in me a strong work ethic, resilience, and the ability to thrive under pressure in high-performance environments.

Personal Details

Age23 years
GenderFemale
ResidenceGreece

Career Objective

I am looking for a position on a motor or sailing yacht where I can combine my passion for the ocean with my strong work ethic and dedication to learning. I want to bring my discipline, adaptability, and enthusiasm for the outdoors to a professional yachting career, contributing to an established superyacht crew while continuing to develop my maritime skills.

Passports

New Zealand

Visas

Schengen

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy scuba diving and crayfish hunting, and I have a strong interest in sailing and yachting. I also enjoy hiking, running, and being outdoors

Experience

Deck/Stew

Apr 2025 - Jun 2025
S/Y Tawera

Worked as Deck/Stew aboard S/Y Tawera. Equipped/Serviced yacht in Turkey on the dry and in the water for preparation to pick up owners. Sailed to Greece to compete in Cyclades Regatta to defend title from previous years win. Cruised around Greek Islands with owners and guests before returning to Turkey to prepare for dry docking.

Sailing Course Participant

Mar 2025 - Mar 2025
Unknown

3 weeks Sailing Course with The SailWeek in Split Croatia. Learnt how to Skipper 40ft Sailing Yachts, including Anchoring, Docking, Rafting up and Guest safety/hospitality.

Apprentice Jockey

Current
Feb 2023 - Present
Te Akau Racing

Working full-time as a trackwork rider along with riding raceday 1-4 times a week. Continuously improving my riding techniques, fitness/strength and communication with trainers and media.

Certifications & Qualifications

Yachtmaster

Yachmaster Dayskipper

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA VHF Operator
Food Hygiene Level II

Languages

EnglishNative

References

1 reference

Full reference details available through an employer account