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Sam Speed

@Samwspeed

Junior Engineer/Deck Engineer with Passion for Engineering

Fort Lauderdale, United States
Available in 2 weeks
Job Preferences
2nd Engineer+2
40-49m+5
Charter
Full-Time+2
French Riviera+24
Single Season+15
Considered

About

I am a hard working, fast learning career focused individual who loves to be busy. Having grown up on farms tinkering with engines and servicing my own vehicles as well as heavy machinery, a love for engineering started from a young age. With a thirst for travel and career progression, I am eager to find a busy boat with a healthy atmosphere. I am eager to learn and progress in the engineering field.

Personal Details

Age26 years
GenderMale

Career Objective

To gain valuable skills and experience in the engineering field while contributing to a busy and healthy work environment.

Passports

South Africa

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

Fishing, Running, E-foiling, Hiking, Diving, Camping, Freediving, Photography, Spearfishing, Overlanding

Experience

Deck/Engineer

Current
May 2023 - Present
M/Y Stay Salty

Assisted in extensive interior and exterior refit, gained exposure to all aspects of the boat and systems on board, built a busy Charter program hosting 15 charters through the Bahamas and Caribbean, gained skills in tender driving, navigational watch, jet ski operations, and assisted the Chief Engineer in the engine room.

General Hand

Dec 2021 - Dec 2022
White Desert Antarctica

Part of the logistics team for 2 seasons, spent around 5 months in total assisting with resupply operations in Antarctica, received in excess of 500 tons of cargo.

Adventure Guide

Dec 2020 - Dec 2022
Wild Child Africa

Started as an assistant guide, quickly progressed to lead guide, responsible for hosting groups of 20-25 people for a 4 day/5 night trail along the Wild Coast, in charge of catering and logistics for the groups.

Certifications & Qualifications

Entry-Level Engineer

AEC 2
AEC 1

Yachtmaster

Yachtmaster Offshore

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Open Water Diver

Languages

EnglishFluent

References

2 references

Full reference details available through an employer account