About
Chief Officer with over a decade of maritime industry experience since 2011 and active in yachting since 2022. Expertise in ISM and ISPS implementation, complemented by extensive experience as a Navigation Officer. Proficient in passage planning, navigation systems, planned maintenance systems, accounting, and deck maintenance. Successfully supervised shipyard operations, overseeing refits and maintenance projects. Demonstrates broad navigation skills, including numerous ocean crossings and manoeuvring in congested waters, with a working knowledge of dynamic positioning systems. An Open Water PADI Diver and passionate water sports enthusiast, experienced in jet skis, efoils, Hawaiian outrigger canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, and other aquatic activities. Seeking a Chief Officer position, ideally on charter yachts, with a focus on leadership, safety, and operational excellence. Currently preparing to obtain the Master 3000 GT CoC by the end of this year.
Personal Details
Career Objective
My long-term goal is to progress to Captaincy and eventually transition into yacht management, combining my hands-on experience with leadership and operational expertise to ensure top-tier yacht operations and crew management.
Passports
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Hobbies & Interests
My diverse hobbies and experiences position me as an excellent candidate for a role on a superyacht. As a PADI Open Water diver skilled in water sports like hawaiian outriggering, snorkelling and stand-up paddleboarding, I can enhance guest experiences through engaging aquatic activities. My extensive travel, including living in Brazil, Spain, China and France has developed my cultural awareness and adaptability, allowing me to cater to a diverse clientele. Additionally, my passion for fitness, adventure sports, and music fosters a lively atmosphere onboard, ensuring guests enjoy a memorable and active experience.
Experience
Chief Officer
CurrentSupervising winter shipyard works in Toulon. Preparing the yacht for summer season. Creating and implementing new ISM on board.
Chief Officer
Temporary position. Atlantic Ocean crossing from Gibraltar to Caribbean. Supervising preparations for the season.
Chief Officer
Preparing the yacht for Antigua Boat Show. Sanding and oiling teak deck. Involved in transition of the ship being re-flagged. Supervising preparation for safe stowage and carriage of the yacht on board a cargo ship.
Certifications & Qualifications
Chief Mate
Officer of the Watch
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