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Justin Van Niekerk

@Justin05

Deckhand with Strong Sailing Background

La Celle-sous-Gouzon, France
Available Now
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Mate+2

About

I have considerable sailing experience, having logged over 7200 sea miles on different catamarans and smaller yachts. I have spent all my life around water and am proficient in various water sports, such as competitive surfing, prone surf foiling, wing foiling, water skiing, wakeboarding, and windsurfing.

Personal Details

Age20 years
GenderMale
ResidenceSouth Africa

Career Objective

I am looking to start a long and successful yachting career and will be prepared to work hard as a team player to progress through the ranks.

Passports

South Africa

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

Surfing, sailing, fishing, water skiing, wakeboarding, weight training, and gym.

Experience

Surf Coach

Current
Nov 2024 - Present
Unknown

Have been teaching beginner surfing at Cape St Francis.

1st Mate

Sep 2024 - Nov 2024
42ft Bali -Neo

Employed as 1st Mate on Vessel Delivery between Ismailia (Egypt) to Mahe (Seychelles). Acquired skills: Navigation/watchkeeping, Servicing Main Engine & Generator, logistics coordination, safety compliance, organizational skills, effective communication.

Assistant Shore Skipper

Jan 2023 - Oct 2023
Unknown

Supported logistics coordination, dockside operations, and safety compliance. Managed crew schedules and facilitated shore-sea communication. Ensured operational efficiency through strong organizational and problem solving. Acquired skills: Logistics coordination, safety compliance, organizational skills, effective communication, adaptability.

Certifications & Qualifications

Yachtmaster

Yachtmaster Offshore

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA Powerboat Level II

Languages

EnglishFluent

References

2 references

Full reference details available through an employer account