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Murphy Oliver

@Murphy.oliver

Aspiring Deckhand with Experience in Watersports Instruction

Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom
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Deckhand+2

About

I have had an interest in the sea my entire life, and been involved in paddleboarding and swimming from a young age. I’ve spent the last 4 years working outdoors, along with experience in a Michelin Star winery, and I would love to follow in my mum’s footsteps of travelling the world.

Personal Details

ResidenceUnited Kingdom

Career Objective

I am now actively seeking my first role as Deckhand onboard a M/Y or S/Y for the upcoming Med season. In the next 12-18 months, I hope to return to UKSA and continue my Cadetship training by completing EDH once I have the necessary time onboard.

Hobbies & Interests

I stay active and love being outdoors, paddleboarding, swimming, cooking, skiing, paddle, golf, walking and hiking. I spend a lot of time at the beach, as well as working out in the gym. I enjoy movies - My favourite is Cars. I can also play the drums and sing Love by Keiysha Cole word for word.

Experience

Superyacht Cadet

Aug 2025 - Feb 2026
M/Y UKSA

Skippered passages from Cowes to Eastbourne, and Cowes to Cherbourg. Lived as a 5 man crew in bunk-style accommodation, and onboard the sail training vessels. Completed deck skills training including sanding, varnishing, polishing, and maintaining the exterior of a vessel.

Swimming Teacher

Dec 2023 - Dec 2024
Sean Swim School

Taught swimming levels 1-7, conducted regular 1-2-1 lessons and group lessons of up to 12 students.

Watersports Instructor

Dec 2020 - Dec 2024
Epic Life

Spent 2 years as a paddleboard instructor and 2 years in training. Led and coached sessions with adults and children, both 1-2-1 and in groups.

Certifications & Qualifications

Entry-Level Engineer

AEC 1

Supplementary

RYA Diesel Engine Course

Yachtmaster

Yachtmaster Offshore
Yachmaster Dayskipper

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA Advanced Powerboat
RYA Powerboat Level II
RYA PWC
RYA VHF Operator
Superyacht Deckhand Course

References

3 references

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