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Renee Breckell

@rmbreckell

Junior Deckhand with Sailing Experience

Brighton, United Kingdom
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About

I am a junior deckhand with hands-on sailing experience and a strong background in safety-critical, high-pressure environments. My experience as a ski instructor has reinforced my calm decision-making and strong situational awareness.

Personal Details

Age27 years
ResidenceUnited Kingdom

Career Objective

To continue developing professionally and contribute as a deckhand on a sailing or motor yacht.

Passports

United Kingdom
Netherlands

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy keelboat racing and skiing, which allows me to develop my teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Experience

Ski Instructor

Current
Aug 2025 - Present
Moving Mountains Ski

Teaching clients aged 5-75 to ski, developing engaging lesson plans and adapting to external risks such as weather and surroundings.

Race Crew

Current
Dec 2024 - Present
S/Y Duende (Dehler 34)

Assisting with jib and spinnaker trimming, hoists and drops during weekly club race training on performance keelboats.

Resort Representative / Chalet Host

Current
Nov 2023 - Present
Inghams

Guest logistics, arrivals, welfare, and problem-solving in a high-pressure resort environment.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA Powerboat Level II
RYA VHF Operator
Seamanship Course
RYA Dinghy Level 2
BASI Level 1 Ski Instructor

Languages

EnglishNative
DutchFluent
SpanishConversational

References

3 references

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