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Jesse Van Wyk

@JessevWyk

Experienced Maritime Professional and Captain

Cape Town, South Africa
Available in < 1 week
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Captain+4
Motor+1
USA East Coast+12
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About

I am a seasoned maritime professional with over 10 years of experience in global yachting, specializing in luxury charters, yacht command, and refit management. After a family hiatus, I am returning to command, focusing on motor-yacht roles. I have strong skills in refits, technical management, and client service, complemented by IT and cybersecurity certifications.

Personal Details

Age39 years
GenderMale
ResidenceSouth Africa

Career Objective

To leverage my extensive maritime experience and leadership skills in a challenging motor-yacht role, ensuring exceptional service and operational excellence.

Passports

South Africa

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy surfing, scuba diving, wakeboarding, and advocating for ocean conservation.

Experience

Captain / Engineer

Dec 2020 - May 2022
S/Y Sur Leau

Managed major refit and many deliveries.

Captain / Engineer

Aug 2019 - Nov 2020
S/Y Door Prize III

Managed major post-lightning strike refit & delivery from FL to BVI to Texas. Private charters in BVI.

Captain / Engineer

Apr 2019 - Jul 2019
S/Y Amura II

Managed refit of engines. Chartered the Bahamas.

Certifications & Qualifications

Entry-Level Engineer

AEC 1
AEC 2

Yachtmaster

Yachtmaster Ocean
Yachtmaster Offshore

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA VHF Operator
Divemaster
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Security+
BSc Botany & Zoology

Languages

EnglishFluent

References

3 references

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