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Ben Howe

@bdh

Experienced Deck Professional Seeking Officer Role

London, United Kingdom
Available Now
Job Preferences
2nd Officer+3
Motor+1
60-69m+2
Private & Charter+2
Full-Time+4
Croatia+16
Single Season+5
Not Considered

About

I am seeking a permanent, long-term position after a period of relief, delivery, and temporary leave cover work. I have 13 years’ experience in yachting, including over seven years on private and charter yachts from 50–105m and over six years ashore as a yachting supplier. I started as a PADI Scuba Instructor in dive centres and on dive-focused yachts, and have progressed step by step from deckhand to lead deckhand, bosun, and officer. I bring strong all-round deck skills including ISM, LSA/FFE, maintenance, carpentry, and practical experience gained through both yachting and a family construction background. I enjoy all types of watersports and am a very keen sailor and kitesurfer. Time ashore in business development with MedAire and Omniaccess strengthened my medical knowledge and commercial, client-focused approach, which I now bring back onboard. I take pride in high standards and hard work, and I’m ready to commit long-term to the right vessel and team.

Personal Details

Age42 years
GenderMale
ResidenceUnited Kingdom

Career Objective

To secure an officer role where I can utilize my extensive experience in deck operations and leadership.

Passports

United Kingdom

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy scuba diving, kite surfing, golf, and underwater videography, along with various DIY projects.

Experience

2nd Officer

Nov 2025 - Dec 2025
M/Y Amore Vero

Daily, Weekly, Monthly LSA FFE and ISM check lists, PTW, and Risk assessment documentation, Accommodation and Food Preparation Inspections, Crew Familiarisation, Weekly Drill Planning, Officer's safety duties and ISM checks, Passage planning, Responsible for all deck maintenance and schedules, Running the deck team.

2nd Officer

Sep 2025 - Nov 2025
M/Y Petara

Navigational watch, including sea trials and delivery from Italy to Turkey, Rewriting all LSA check lists, PTW, and Risk assessment documentation, Change of flag state, Officer's safety duties and ISM checks, Passage planning, Responsible for all deck maintenance and schedules, Running the deck team.

3rd Officer, Bosun

May 2024 - Jun 2025
M/Y Quattroelle86m

Lead all guest operations, Tender runs, water sports and point of contact for guests, Navigational watch during passages, Officer's safety duties and ISM checks, Passage planning, Responsible for all deck maintenance schedules, Running the deck team with 8 deckhands in summer and 6 during winter.

Certifications & Qualifications

Chief Mate

Chief Mate 3000 GT (II/2)

Officer of the Watch

OOW 3000 GT (II/1)

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Divemaster
Master Scuba Diver
Ship Security Officer (SSO)

Skills

Other

Kitesurfing
Carpenter

Languages

EnglishNative
SpanishConversational

References

13 references

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