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Basic information
- Current location Asheville, NC USA
- Date of birth 22 Sep 1987
- Height 188cm
- Relationship status Married
- Smoker No
- Visible tattoos No
- Military service No
- Criminal record No
- COVID-19 fully vaccinated Yes
About me
After taking the summer of 2024 off, I am ready and eager to commit myself to my next long-term position. Seasoned Yacht Captain with over 16 years of experience managing charter and private vessels ranging from 50M to 75M. Dedicated to delivering exceptional service, operational efficiency, and fostering crew professional growth, with a strong emphasis on cultivating a culture of trust, safety, and peak performance onboard. A career rooted in engineering complements a passion for seamanship and ocean navigation, enabling the successful management of dual-purpose programs, challenging itineraries, and complex operations. Notable achievements include orchestrating a demanding dual-purpose program aboard M/Y Vida, blending luxury yachting with competitive sportfishing that included collaborating with 60ft–77ft sportfishing vessels across Bermuda, Costa Rica, Mexico, Madeira, and the Azores. Expertise encompasses bridge operations, navigation, budget management, and stakeholder communications, supported by an organized, detail-oriented, and proactive approach. Committed to enhancing onboard efficiency, including leading the transition to ECDIS paperless navigation, developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and implementing vessel management software. Demonstrated ability to produce comprehensive operational and expense reports, oversee projects to successful completion, and consistently deliver results on time and within budget.
Work experience
Captain (Full time) at 55m Motor Yacht
February 2019 - February 2024 (5 years 22 days)
I joined Vida at the launch stage of the build, completed all interim surveys, up to the 5-year survey. I implemented the SMS/ISM procedures. Managing 12-16 crew with 1–4-year crew longevity onboard
Second Officer (Full time) at 63m Motor Yacht
March 2017 - October 2017 (7 mons 26 days)
Joined during an extensive Interior Refit, responsible for overseeing contractors & approving job completions. Extremely busy charter yacht where we had an entire back-to-back Mediterranean season.
First Officer / Jr. Captain (Full time) at 42m Motor Yacht
December 2015 - December 2016 (1 year 6 days)
When the boat was then listed for sale, and I stepped up as Junior/Relief Captain for the last four months onboard Penny Mae, taking full responsibility for the well-being of the vessel and its crew.
First Officer (Full time) at 43m Motor Yacht
October 2013 - March 2015 (1 year 5 mons 11 days)
Duties included maintaining a safe navigational watch & all general bridge procedures. Lady J was a heavy charter boat with 16 weeks of charter and 4 weeks of owner use a season.
Bosun (Full time) at 50m Motor Yacht
December 2011 - December 2012 (1 year 6 days)
This was a professionally run, heavy charter yacht. My duties included guest service, overall deck maintenance and also included driving and caring for the 37ft Midnight Express center console tender.
Deckhand / Bosun (Full time) at 53m Motor Yacht
March 2008 - September 2011 (3 years 5 mons 26 days)
My introduction to yachting. I joined as a deckhand and was promoted to Bosun during my time onboard. The owner lived on board for three months at a time during this dual season yacht.
Relief Chief Officer (Temporary) at 58m Motor Yacht
February 2018 - November 2018 (9 mons 15 days)
I did two 3-month relief periods onboard Skyfall. My primary duties were managing the deck department and maintaining the highest standards for the charter guests and the vessel throughout the season.
Qualifications
- Car Driving License
- ENG-1
- MCA Master 3000GT
- Motorcycle Driving License
- Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
- Proficiency in Security Awareness
- STCW 2010
References
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Certificates
- FNC Master 3000gt CoC, Exp. 30.Aug.29 (Expiry: 30 Aug 2029)
- GMDSS - GOC - Revalidation - F. Cronje, Exp. 26.Jun.28 (Expiry: 28 Jun 2028)
- ISPS-SSO Ship Security Officer - F.Cronje
- E.C.D.I.S
- Bridge Resource Management, U.S Coast Guard
- Franco Cronje - STCW Refresh - 20280404 (Expiry: 04 Apr 2028)
- Adv. Fire Fighting - F.Cronje - 20270310 (Expiry: 10 Mar 2027)
- Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boat - F.Cronje -Iss. 1.Mar.24 (Expiry: 28 Feb 2029)
- Proficiency in Medical Care onboard Ships (M.P.I.C), F. Cronje - Iss. 17.Sept.21 (Expiry: 16 Sep 2026)
- ENG1 Medical Cert, Exp. 19.06.26 - F.Cronje (Expiry: 19 Jun 2026)
- C.I Master CoC Flag Endorsement (Expiry: 30 Aug 2029)
Languages
- English
Hobbies & Interests
Motorcycles, Sports Cars, Motor Sports,
Photography, Videography,
Real Estate Investment, Venture Capital Investment, New Tech, Crypto,
Travel, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, CrossFit and Staying Healthy.