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Omar Velasco

@Odvelasco

Chief Officer with 6+ Years of Yacht Experience

Villa de Cos, Mexico
Available in 2 weeks
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Chief Officer+2

About

I have a solid background on deck, having worked my way up from Junior Deckhand to Chief Officer. I am approachable and composed, ready to offer guidance whenever needed. With over 6 years on board yachts and 4 years of training with the merchant navy, I have a firm but fair approach to getting the job done right. I am looking for a role that allows for personal growth within the industry.

Personal Details

Age31 years
GenderMale
ResidenceMexico

Career Objective

I am currently seeking a permanent or rotational position as Chief Officer on vessels 50m+ or 2nd Officer on 90m+.

Passports

Mexico

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking and swimming, diving (Open Water Certificate), and playing the piano.

Experience

2nd Officer

Current
Jan 2024 - Present
M/Y AV

Assume the role of Safety Officer on board. Manage bridge operation, including safe navigation and watchkeeping duties. Assisted in maintaining ISM/ISPS compliance and ensuring the vessel adheres to all safety protocols. Conducted regular safety drills and environmental inspections.

Chief Officer

Dec 2023 - Dec 2024
M/Y Para Bellvm

Joined the vessel in Dubai, UAE and delivered it to La Spezia, Italy. Assumed the role of relief Captain for over a month during a Shipyard period, supervising the resolution of some guarantee claims at San Lorenzo shipyard. Overseeing navigational watch duties, mooring operations, conducting safety drills, and maintaining and testing life-saving appliances, firefighting equipment, and navigational instruments. Ensuring compliance with ISM/SMS, ISPS, MARPOL, MLC, and other relevant shipping regulations.

Chief Officer

Jan 2022 - Jul 2023
M/Y La8tude

In charge of bridge watches while underway and for maintaining logbook daily. Supervised all LSA & FFE checks. Responsible for finding out best anchorages and beach set up spots around Exumas and Caribbean islands. Managed the accounting of all departments on board. Completed 7 months shipyard period in Cartagena, Colombia and 5 months in Ft Lauderdale, Florida.

Certifications & Qualifications

Master

Master 3000 GT (II/2)

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate

Languages

EnglishFluent
SpanishFluent

References

3 references

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