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R. B
Desired positions: Deck / Steward(ess), Deckhand
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Basic information
- Current location Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US
- Date of birth 15 Jan 1996
- Height 176cm
- Relationship status Single
- Smoker No
- Visible tattoos Yes
- Military service No
- Criminal record No
- COVID-19 fully vaccinated No
About me
Enthusiastic and hands-on Deckhand currently based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with permanent residence in South Africa. Holds B1/B2 Visa, STCW 2010, ENG1, Powerboat Level 2, and PWC qualifications. Over a year’s solid experience aboard both private and charter yachts up to 40 m, including M/Y Red Sky (30 m) operating throughout the Mediterranean and Caribbean. Confident handling tenders, washdowns, line handling, anchoring, and detailing, with additional experience in guest service, interior support, basic maintenance, and plumbing. Known for a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and teamwork, always taking pride in maintaining the vessel to the highest standard. Keen to continue building sea time and experience on professional programs worldwide. Available for immediate employment in the U.S., Bahamas, or Caribbean.
Work experience
Deck/Stew (Temporary) at 30m Sailing Boat
July 2025 - September 2025 (2 mons 23 days)
Private sailing yacht in the Med & Caribbean. Handled washdowns, polishing, anchoring, line handling, and tender ops. Assisted with housekeeping, laundry, guest service, and meal prep. Supported engin
Bosun / Deckhand Engineer (Temporary) at 15m Sailing Boat
November 2024 - April 2025 (5 mons 29 days)
Various size boats. Led day-charter ops; managed guest safety, mooring, and maintenance. Performed sail rigging, polishing, and refit support including fiberglass and electrical work. Ensured vessels
Deck/Stew (Temporary) at 72m Sailing Boat
September 2023 - November 2024 (1 year 2 mons 29 days)
Dual deck and interior position on a busy day-charter catamaran. Responsible for mooring operations, sail handling, and guest safety during charters. Managed bar service, meal preparation, and guest s
Deckhand (Daywork) at 15m Sailing Boat
September 2023 - September 2023 (29 days)
Assisted with race-yacht and charter prep, hull cleaning, stainless polishing, tender and jet-ski ops, docking, and safety checks.
Deckhand (Daywork) at 18m Sailing Boat
September 2023 - November 2023 (2 mons 29 days)
Supported water sports and small-craft ops. Launched and drove PWCs, handled anchoring, refueling, and guest safety briefings.
Qualifications
- ENG-1
- Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
- RYA Powerboat Level 2
- RYA VHF Short Range
- STCW 2010
References
Captain at Sailing Boat
Captain at Sailing Boat
Captain at Sailing Boat
Captain at Sailing Boat
Management at Sailing Boat
Certificates
- PB2 License
- Short Range VHF
- STCW (PSSR)
- Deckhand Certificate
- STCW (EFA)
- STCW (Fire Fighting) (Expiry: 09 Sep 2028)
- STCW (PST) (Expiry: 09 Sep 2028)
- STCW (DSD)
- PWC License
- ENG1 Medical (Expiry: 27 Mar 2027)
Languages
- English
Hobbies & Interests
Enjoy staying active, doing DIY projects, and working with engines. I'm curious about mechanical systems and love learning how things work. The ocean lifestyle and being outdoors align perfectly with my passion for yachting and hands-on work.