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Basic information
- Current location Spain
- Date of birth 15 Apr 2003
- Height 175cm
- Relationship status Single
- Smoker No
- Visible tattoos No
- Military service No
- Criminal record No
- COVID-19 fully vaccinated Yes
About me
I am a 23-year-old professional originally from South Africa and currently based in France. As a career-focused Lead Deckhand, I have accumulated four years of experience working aboard both private and charter motor and sailing yachts ranging from 35m to 50m. Throughout my career, I have developed strong skills in deck operations, tender driving, water sports, maintenance, guest services, and team leadership. I am known for my proactive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to maintaining the highest standards onboard. Passionate about the yachting industry, I am continuously seeking opportunities to expand my skills, take on new responsibilities, and progress within my career.
Work experience
Second Stew (Full time) at 50m Sailing Boat
May 2023 - November 2023 (6 mons 29 days)
Sanding, varnishing, de-rusting & painting. Black water and grey water tanks de-rusting and painting. Sail hoisting & trimming according to the wind. Guest pick-ups with inflatable RIB.
Deckhand (Full time) at 33m Motor Yacht
March 2024 - November 2024 (8 mons)
Wash downs & stainless-steel polishing. Teak part 1&2. Anchor SOP´s & anchor watch. Operating jet-ski. Assisting on Skipper 38 chase boat with guest pick-ups and line handling.
Deckhand (Full time) at 33m Motor Yacht
January 2025 - December 2025 (11 mons 30 days)
Safety checks for fire extinguishers,detectors,hydrants,life rafts, EPIRB & SART. Bridge lookout during daytime navigation+logbook. Locker/bilge inventorying and resupply.
Lead Deckhand (Full time) at 40m Motor Yacht
January 2026 - Currently employed
Bridge exposure+night navigation. Working with and teaching green deckhand. Assisting Wajer 55 chase boat with guest pick-ups and line handling.
Qualifications
- Car Driving License
- ENG-1
- MCA Yacht Master Offshore
- MCA Yacht Rating
- RYA Competent Crew
- RYA Day Skipper Theory
- RYA Personal Watercraft
- RYA Powerboat Level 2
- RYA VHF Short Range
- STCW 2010
References
Deckhand at Motor Yacht
Second Stew at Sailing Boat
Certificates
- Day Skipper Theory
- Day Skipper Practical
- STCW
- Power Boat Level 2
- SRC
- Yachtmaster Offshore Theory
- PWC
- Competent Crew
Languages
- Afrikaans
- English
Hobbies & Interests
In my spare time, I enjoy playing the guitar, maintaining an active lifestyle through weight training and Muay Thai, and spending time surfing