About
With extensive experience in the global merchant navy, I have developed a strong proficiency in charter operations, particularly aboard a stunning 84m Sailing Yacht. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of navigating some of the world’s most amazing regions, including two Mediterranean seasons post-refit, covering Croatia and Greece, followed by a full season in the Seychelles, one in Kimberley (Western Australia), two unforgettable Caribbean seasons, and a complete season in Cabo Verde during my most recent contracts. As a skilled and experienced 2nd Officer with a CoC II/2 Chief Mate certification for vessels over 3000GT, I am well-equipped and eager to take on the next level of responsibility. I am a hands-on, easygoing professional who thrives in collaborative, high-performing teams, whether on the Bridge or on deck.
Personal Details
Career Objective
Having rediscovered my passion for sailing aboard S/Y Le Ponant, I am excited to embrace the next challenge in my maritime career and continue to grow as a leader in the industry.
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Hobbies & Interests
sustainable/ off-grid living ; flying my drone; hiking/ biking with my kid and dogo ; baking ; football
Experience
Safety Officer
CurrentNavigation Officer and Safety Officer on a 84m (276ft) Sailing Yacht called Le Ponant Navigation Off - Watch-keeping In charge with passage planning, bridge equipment maintenance, proficient in ECDIS - TRANSAS & Navi Planner (lots of experience on other type of ECDIS as well, like JRC, Tokyo Keiki, SAM Electronics from previous companies) and paper charts // Chart Track and OneOcean software extensive use, Centralized Maintenance Software- BASS, Sertica // GMDSS Officer / Zodiacs handling / Sails handling / tender boat coxswain Safety Officer - watch-keeping / testing and maintenance of all LSA&FFE / crew safety training / planning and conducting drills. In charge of maneuvering stations when the yacht was mooring and occasionally anchoring maneuver (both arrival and departure).
OOW
More than 47 months of actual Sea Service as both Navigation Officer and Safety Officer- Watch-keeping In charge with passage planning, bridge equipment maintenance, proficient in ECDIS - TRANSAS & Navi Planner (lot of experience on other type of ECDIS as well, like JRC, Tokyo Keiki, SAM Electronics from previous companies) and paper charts // Chart Track and OneOcean software extensive use, Centralised Maintenance Software- Sertica // GMDSS Officer Safety Officer - watch-keeping / testing and maintenance of all LSA&FFE / crew safety training / planning and conducting drills. In charge of maneuvering stations when the vessels were mooring and unmooring and occasionally anchoring maneuvers (both arrival and departure).
Third Officer
Assistant watch-keeping Officer on this 300m+ passenger vessel, in charge with passage planning, bridge equipment maintenance, proficient in ECDIS - TRANSAS & Navi Planner and paper charts // Chart Track and other navigational software extensive use. - in charge of aft maneuvering station when the vessel was mooring // GMDSS Officer / tender boat coxswain - testing and maintenance of all LSA&FFE / crew safety training and part of the Fire Teams during fire drills.
Certifications & Qualifications
Chief Mate
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