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T. B
Desired positions: Bosun, Chase Boat Captain, Deckhand
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Basic information
- Current location Cape Town
- Date of birth 01 Sep 2004
- Height 188cm
- Relationship status Single
- Smoker No
- Visible tattoos No
- Military service No
- Criminal record No
- COVID-19 fully vaccinated No
About me
I am a motivated hardworking deckhand with hands-on experience on yachts ranging from 26m-67m, specialising in vessel maintenance, guest readiness, and watercraft operation. My background includes deckhand duties, engineering support, and water sports instruction, making me a versatile and valuable team member. I excel in adapting to the fast-paced demands of yachting and am committed to delivering top-notch service
Work experience
Deckhand (Daywork) at 56m Motor Yacht
July 2023 - July 2023 (00:00:00)
Wet and dry polishing on all decks. Prepped for a quick turnaround.
Deckhand (Daywork) at 36m Motor Yacht
May 2024 - May 2024 (00:00:00)
Teak Scrubbing on all decks.
Deckhand (Daywork) at 26m Motor Yacht
May 2024 - May 2024 (00:00:00)
Deck cleaning, wash down, polishing, and prepping for owner trip.
Deckhand (Temporary) at 35m Motor Yacht
June 2023 - July 2023 (26 days)
Polishing, Brass, Stainless & Bronze, Sanding & Varnishing, Wash downs. Detailing. Cleaning tender, jet ski, and other toys.
Deckhand (Temporary) at 45m Motor Yacht
April 2024 - April 2024 (21 days)
Full wash and rinse, washed and cleaned tenders, polished and cleaned teak, fitted a carpet and prepped the boat for sale, completed two sea trials, line handling, two night watches.
Deckhand (Temporary) at 67m Motor Yacht
May 2024 - May 2024 (4 days)
Scrubbed and cleaned teak (part 1 & 2), polished all stainless (dry & wet), full boat wash down and detailing, general preparation for guests.
Deckhand (Temporary) at 40m Motor Yacht
May 2025 - May 2025 (7 days)
General upkeep of the boat. Polishing stainless and paint, repairs/maintenance, watch duties, and teak cleaning/wash downs.
Deckhand/Watersports Instructor/ Bosun (Full time) at 45m Motor Yacht
June 2025 - September 2025 (3 mons)
Daily cleaning from top to bottom, wash downs and teak cleaning, guests interaction and instruction, maintenance of jet skis and water toys, busy charter yacht with quick turn arounds and a fast pace.
Qualifications
- Car Driving License
- ENG-1
- IYT Small Powerboat and RIB Master
- MCA AEC 1
- MCA Yacht Rating
- PWC Instructor
- RYA Personal Watercraft
- RYA Personal Watercraft Instructor
- RYA VHF Short Range
- STCW 2010
References
Captain at Motor Yacht
Frist Mate at Motor Yacht
Chief Officer at Motor Yacht
Chief Officer at Motor Yacht
Chief Officer at Motor Yacht
Captain at Motor Yacht
Certificates
- AEC 1
- Advanced fire fighting (Expiry: 24 Oct 2029)
- Elementary first aid
- Elementary Seamanship
- ENG1 (Expiry: 13 Mar 2027)
- Fire fighting (Expiry: 26 Feb 2026)
- Personal safety certificates
- Personal Survival (Expiry: 20 Feb 2028)
- Personal watercraft instructor
- Radio VHF
- Security Awareness (Expiry: 09 Feb 2028)
- Small powerboat and Rib master (Expiry: 14 Mar 2028)
- Yacht rating certificate
Languages
- English
Hobbies & Interests
In 2024, after I completed the Aquelle Midmar Mile, my love for the outdoors only grew, and I found myself exploring everything from swimming and scuba diving to surfing, fishing, and high-energy adventures like power-boating, jet skiing, and wake boarding.