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G. S
Desired positions: 2nd Engineer, 3rd Engineer, Deck / Engineer, Junior Engineer, 4th Engineer
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Basic information
- Current location Antibes
- Date of birth 08 Jun 1973
- Height 172cm
- Relationship status Single
- Smoker No
- Visible tattoos No
- Military service Yes
- Criminal record No
- COVID-19 fully vaccinated Yes
About me
I'm an even keeled ex Naval Officer with fleet management experience in Iraq. I have 20+ years of mechanical repair expertise as the owner of a classic car workshop specializing in American cars and boats. I have years of watersport experience as a surfer, wakeboarder & slalom skier. I'm a confident boat handler & jet ski pilot. I have a rock solid work ethic with strong technical ability & problem solving skills.
Work experience
Temporary Engineer (Temporary) at 40m Motor Yacht
June 2023 - July 2023 (12 days)
Assisted the chief in preparing the vessel for & running her during sea trials after a 20 year survey. Extensive engine room repairs & maintenance were carried out. Assisted with docking & tender ops.
Temporary Engineer (Temporary) at 16m Motor Yacht
July 2023 - July 2023 (1 day)
Called out to diagnose & rectify an engine room oil leak. Solved the issue & cleaned the engine room. Assisted with ground lines after moving the boat, a full washdown & detailing.
Dayworker (Daywork) at 34m Motor Yacht
March 2023 - March 2023 (18 days)
3 weeks of daywork consisting of polishing, varnishing, metal work, sanding, wash downs, deck removal & assisting the chief engineer with repairs & maintenance in the engine room.
Dayworker (Daywork) at 30m Motor Yacht
July 2023 - July 2023 (1 day)
Removed carpet in VIP cabin to clean bilges. Re-installed carpet. Sealed deck to bulkhead gaps and cleaned air handler ducting & filter. Adjusted sliding door & removed soft closing mechanisms.
Qualifications
- Car Driving License
- ENG-1
- MCA AEC 1 and 2
- Proficiency in Security Awareness
- RYA Powerboat Level 2
- STCW 2010
References
Chief Engineer at Motor Yacht
Captain at Motor Yacht
Bosun at Motor Yacht
Certificates
- Approved Engine Course 1
- Approved Engine Course 2
- Elementary First Aid
- Elementary Seamanship
- Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (Expiry: 26 May 2027)
- Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
- Personal Survival Techniques (Expiry: 23 May 2027)
- Security Awareness Training (Expiry: 27 May 2027)
- Small Powerboat and Ribmaster (Expiry: 12 Jul 2027)
- Yacht Rating Course
Languages
- Afrikaans
- English
Hobbies & Interests
I'm interested in all aspects of design, especially concept cars & boats. I enjoy a good snowboarding holiday, mountain biking, surfing, wakeboarding & skiing. I restore mid-century Teak furniture as a hobby.