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K. L

Desired positions: Deckhand, Watersports Instructor

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Basic information

  • Current location Cape Town South Africa
  • Date of birth 16 Dec 1994
  • Height 178cm
  • Relationship status Single
  • Smoker No
  • Visible tattoos No
  • Military service No
  • Criminal record No
  • COVID-19 fully vaccinated -

About me

Having gained considerable daywork experience on vessels ranging from 25 to 109m, I am eager to advance my yachting career in a permanent position onboard a private or charter yacht. Growing up on the water I have had extensive exposure to boating and have a passion for watersports, including surfing and kiteboarding, which I believe will give me an advantage in this industry. I feel confident my skill set, friendly disposition and outgoing positive attitude will make me a great crew member to have onboard.

Work experience

Daywork/Temp (Daywork) at 25m Motor Yacht

August 2019 - March 2020 (6 mons 21 days)

Experience on vessels ranging from 25m to 109m, for time periods of 1 day to over 2 weeks. I have acquired many new skills, including but not limited to those listed alongside. Prior to going over to Florida, I day worked for Cape Town Yacht Services to obtain a reference.

Deckhand (Temporary) at 47m Motor Yacht

December 2019 - December 2019 (16 days)

Yacht survey & charter prep. Full clean & detail of tender (15m Everglades), AWL care protectant application to all flats, sanded & filled superstructure repair, removed damaged caulking from passarelle. Boat moved to another marina. Assisted engineer with sewage tank check.

Deckhand (Daywork) at 44m Motor Yacht

December 2019 - December 2019 (3 days)

Boat show prep. Fixed deckheads in guest cabins, cleaned dockside hull (black streak removal), cleaned shore power cables.

Deckhand (Daywork) at 109m Motor Yacht

January 2020 - February 2020 (5 days)

Yacht event prep. Cleaned & put up deck awnings, limo tender full washdown & detail. Worked at owners superbowl event: guest check in and assistance.

Delivery (Daywork) at 11m Motor Yacht

November 2019 - November 2019 (00:00:00)

Captained tender for delivery. This required me to have excellent boat handling skills in tidal coastal waters

Deckhand (Temporary) at 63m Motor Yacht

March 2020 - March 2020 (13 days)

Winterizing yacht before short yard period. General upkeep & maintenance, tender detail, moved tenders to yard storage, cleaned & organised dive store and lockers. Mooring operations.

Kitesurfing Instructor (Full time) at 1m Motor Yacht

December 2018 - April 2019 (4 mons 29 days)

Kiteboarding instructor for the Windtown Hotel in Langebaan, South Africa. Full lesson plan (Beach setup & start, trainer kite, launching & landing, kite retrieval and safety). Beginner to advanced level. Taught hotel guests of various nationalities. Seasonal job.

Luxury Holiday Rentals (Full time) at 1m Motor Yacht

January 2013 - October 2019 (6 years 8 mons 5 days)

Assisted with the running of the luxury family guesthouse in Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa. This has given me some experience in hospitality, with regards to working at a high standard and accommodating guests.

Qualifications

  • Car Driving License
  • ENG-1
  • Kite Surf Instructor
  • Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
  • PWC Instructor
  • RYA Day Skipper
  • RYA Powerboat Level 2
  • STCW 95

References

First Mate at Motor Yacht

Bosun at Motor Yacht

Manager at Motor Yacht

Certificates

  • STCW - Fire Prevention (Expiry: 18 Jul 2024)
  • STCW - First Aid (Expiry: 15 Jul 2024)
  • STCW - PSSR (Expiry: 11 Jul 2024)
  • PDSD
  • STCW - PST (Expiry: 13 Jul 2024)
  • IKO Kiteboarding Instructors
  • PADI Open Water
  • RYA Power Boat Level 2
  • PWC Instructors (Expiry: 25 Sep 2024)
  • PWC
  • VHF Short Range Certificate
  • ENG1 Medical Certificate (Expiry: 18 Mar 2023)
  • RYA Day Skipper
  • Cayman Islands Seamans Discharge Book

Languages

  • English

Hobbies & Interests

I am a very active individual who loves the outdoors and anything that is physically challenging, such as surfing, kiteboarding, wakeboarding, water skiing, paddling, stand up paddle boarding, hiking, running and yoga.

I enjoy travelling to broaden my perspective by exposing myself to new cultures and have visited places such as Bali, Sri Lanka, Mauritius, Kenya and Mozambique.

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