About
I am a 27-Year-old, Namibian Born Industrial Engineer, currently employed as a deckhand on the Sailing Yacht S/Y Flying Magic. Following my initial Tertiary education and subsequent work as an Engineer onshore, I have together with my partner decided to make the move from working onshore to offshore, specifically in the Super Yacht industry where I believed my technical Background and love for physically active and engaging work will be more directly utilized. I am by nature a hard-working individual, and I am always open to work and responsibilities far outside of my usual scope of work. I take any work assigned to me seriously and will always strive to complete a task to the best of my ability, without complaint. Generally, I would consider myself an easy-going individual, if at times a little too serious, who generally works well with others. I function well under pressure and tend to navigate any conflicts well.
Personal Details
Career Objective
I have already taken the first steps tk.maving from an onshore Engineering background, to working as a deckhand, and eventually Engineer, on Superyachts. My goal will be to remain in the industry long term, and complete additional qualifications as time becomes availbe between contracts, ideally in time finding one vessel i can remain on Long term, working together with my Partner.
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Hobbies & Interests
I am a passionate musician, having achieved high qualifications in both classical piano and Jazz Saxophone, both Alto and Tenor. Whilst working and living in Namibia, I have frequently performed saxophone music at a wide Variety of events, including weddings, corporate functions etc.
Experience
Deckhand
Current01 APRIL 2025 – PRESENT DECKHAND, S/Y FLYING MAGIC Employed as a deckhand, my duties involve all aspects of exterior maintenance of the ship, including but not limited to washdowns, teak maintenance, anchor handling and all the usual duties of my position. As the vessel had undergone a major refit at the time of my contracted start date, I have also gained valuable shipyard experience, making use of mechanical skills previously learned, and further expanded on under the supervision of the Captain and first mate. Tasks included threading/tapping, assembly and maintenance of winches and hydraulics, and general dis/assembly tasks all over the vessel. The crew was furthermore involved in setting and rigging the mast, as well as installation of the sails. Over the course of the last 6-months, I have also been assigned to help with and/or resolve various engineering tasks, including Main engine service, replacing cabin air filters, repair of the wastewater pumps and tender maintenance.
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