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Jay Dempers

@jaydempers

Experienced Chief Mate with 13 Years in Yachting

Cape Town, South Africa
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Job Preferences
Chief Officer
Motor
60-69m+5
Private & Charter
Rotational+4
French Riviera+24
Single Season+15
Considered

About

I am a motivated, punctual, and responsible individual with a passion for yachting and a commitment to crew wellbeing. I have extensive experience in both charter and private sectors, and I am currently seeking a long-term position on an explorer charter vessel with my partner.

Personal Details

GenderMale
ResidenceSouth Africa

Career Objective

To secure a long-term position on an explorer charter vessel where I can utilize my leadership skills and experience in the yachting industry.

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy filmmaking, fitness, yoga, martial arts, and music, particularly guitar and piano.

Experience

Chief Officer

Sep 2020 - Apr 2024
M/Y Just B

Resolved crew issues and improved operational standards on board during a shipyard period. Worked on a large refit and 5-year survey in Australia.

Second Officer

Mar 2018 - Apr 2019
M/Y Amore Vero

Set up the boat after the sale closed, reworked SMS and certificates, and prepared for a stern extension and paint job during winter refit.

Second Officer

Jul 2017 - Jan 2018
M/Y Cloudbreak

Responsible for upkeep of navigational and safety equipment, routine ISM/ISPS tasks, and managing the vessel's film setup.

Certifications & Qualifications

Chief Mate

Chief Mate 3000 GT (II/2)

Other

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

Languages

EnglishFluent

References

2 references

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