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Ciara Corkery

@ciaracorkery

Calm, Reliable, Highly Disciplined Deckhand | Former U.S. Coast Guard

Fort Lauderdale, United States
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About

I am a calm and reliable deckhand with a strong maritime foundation from the U.S. Coast Guard. I thrive in fast-paced environments and am committed to maintaining high standards of safety and vessel readiness.

Personal Details

Age25 years
GenderFemale

Career Objective

Eager to develop yacht-specific skills and contribute immediately to a high-performing deck team.

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy wakeboarding, fishing, freediving, and beach volleyball.

Experience

Boatswain's Mate

Dec 2020 - Apr 2025
United States Coast Guard

Stood QMOW (navigation watchkeeper) during offshore and transatlantic operations. Qualified Helmsman & Master Helmsman; steering and maneuvering in restricted waters and open ocean. Managed navigation status signaling, including sound signals and day shapes. Conducted security watchstanding, performing safety rounds and equipment readings, identifying and reporting abnormalities. Completed 100+ tender launch/recovery evolutions (36’ LRI & 27’ OTH): cradling, notching, line-tending & alongside operations. Damage-control qualified; responded to smoke, fire & toxic-gas casualties. Deck operations: line handling, mooring/unmooring, anchoring & exterior maintenance. Supported SAR, security & night operations. Held collateral duties as Maintenance, Damage Control & Aviation PO. Operated Coast Guard small boats (27’–45’): OTH, LRI, 29’ RBS & 45’ RB-M. Aviation-qualified: helicopter tie-down & flight-deck operations.

Certifications & Qualifications

USCG License

USCG 100T

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA Powerboat Level II
RYA VHF Operator

Languages

EnglishNative

References

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