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Maria Drost

@MariaDrost

Experienced Deckhand and Personal Trainer

Copenhagen, Denmark
Available in 2 weeks
Job Preferences
Deckhand+1

About

After gaining 3 years of experience in the industry on both private and charter yachts, I am now looking to secure a deckhand/PT position. I thrive in busy environments and enjoy taking on new challenges to improve myself. I bring a positive attitude and a strong work ethic to any team.

Personal Details

Age25 years
GenderFemale
ResidenceDenmark

Career Objective

To secure a deckhand position where I can further develop my skills and gain new experiences, especially as a personal trainer.

Passports

Denmark

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

Running, swimming, yoga, working out, football, watersports, traveling, socializing, photography, and videography.

Experience

Deckhand

Jan 2024 - Jul 2024
M/Y Reverie

Gained and extended many skills and knowledge. Operated, launched and drove jetski and tenders. Experienced the Caribbean season with boss on, crossing to Miami with a small yard period involving paint jobs, teak scrubbing, polishing, and preparation for crossing the Atlantic and a Med season with back-to-back charters. Engaged in guest entertainment, especially with kids on the water. Conducted anchor/night watches, watch-keeping, and navigation.

Deckhand

Jan 2023 - Jun 2023
M/Y Kaiser

Gained new skills and knowledge. Operated, launched and drove jetski and tenders. Experienced safety getting over the side in a harness and being up on the mast. Became confident in line work, crane and anchor operations. Responsible for monthly and weekly safety checks. Led paint and sika jobs during shipyard period. Gained experience with scrubbing teak, polishing, and detailing.

Stew/chef

Sep 2022 - Jan 2023
M/Y Kaiser

On MY Kaiser i was rotating in all areas in interior. I got to experience working in a busy environment with high standards. I gained strong skills especially in laundry and housekeeping with detailing, ironing, marble, teak and stain treatment and turnups + turndowns. Furthermore I gained experience in hot and cold beverage making and service. I had an introduction course in general service and practice in French table service and Silver service. On top of that I stepped in as a crewchef for 10 days, where I was cooking 3 meals pr. day for 16 crew members.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA Powerboat Level II
Food Hygiene Level II
Open Water Diver
EREPS Personal Trainer

Languages

DanishNative
EnglishFluent
GermanBeginner

References

6 references 4 verified

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