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V. M

Desired positions: Captain

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Basic information

  • Current location Tuscany
  • Date of birth 25 Jan 1961
  • Height 172cm
  • Relationship status Married
  • Smoker No
  • Visible tattoos No
  • Military service No
  • Criminal record No
  • COVID-19 fully vaccinated Yes

About me

As can be seen in my CV, I have over 37 years of experience in the yachts and ships industry. I started as a deckhand /captain on yachts up to 40 meters, then progressed to roles of deck officer, chief officer up to 186 meters, and as captain on research vessels up to 50meters. I’ve a solid background in ISM and ISPS compliance, familiarity with the International conventions, and a good grasp of current legislation, including budgeting and administration. I also supervised the modernization project of an oceanographic ship, and the refit of several yachts.

Work experience

Relief Captain (Temporary) at 34m Motor Yacht

May 2017 - June 2017 (1 mon 19 days)

As a Relief Captain, I commanded a small passenger ship (10 crew members) that conducted daily mini cruises with approximately 400 passengers between various islands of the Tuscan Archipelago.

Chief Mate / Captain (Rotational) at 48m Research Vessel

November 2012 - August 2014 (1 year 9 mons 20 days)

As Chief Mate and Captain I had the pleasure to work with a team of 12 crew members and 13 technicians cruising in the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.

Captain (Temporary) at 29m Motor Yacht

April 2005 - September 2005 (5 mons 29 days)

Exclusively utilized by the owner, the yacht sailed the Mediterranean waters with a dedicated team of four crew members.

Captain (Full time) at 25m Motor Yacht

April 2000 - October 2004 (4 years 6 mons 29 days)

The yacht has primarily been used for charter purposes and subsequently by the owner over the span of four years, with a crew of four individuals operating in the Mediterranean.

Captain (Rotational) at 21m Motor Yacht

May 1992 - October 1999 (7 years 5 mons)

I have covered the position of Captain during these years on private and charters yachts ranging from 16 mt to 21 mt.

Relief Captain (Temporary) at 20m Motor Yacht

March 2017 - April 2022 (5 years 1 mon 13 days)

I supervised the refit winterworks, including warranty works and upgrades, while the yacht was in the shipyard.

Captain (Temporary) at 40m Motor Yacht

June 2012 - September 2012 (3 mons 28 days)

During my tenure as a Relief Captain, I led a team of seven crew members cruising in the Mediterranean.

Captsin (Full time) at 44m Sailing Boat

June 2011 - October 2011 (4 mons 27 days)

I commanded a small passenger ship (8 crew members) that conducted daily mini cruises with approximately 150 passengers between various islands of the Tuscan archipelago, in the Aeolian Islands

Captain (Temporary) at 36m Research Vessel

February 2011 - April 2011 (2 mons 26 days)

During this contract, I provided crucial assistance to vessels experiencing issues such as propulsion failures, requiring towing operations to ports in Greece and in Malta.

Captain (Full time) at 30m Motor Yacht

March 2007 - November 2008 (1 year 8 mons 29 days)

Charter Busy season with a high volume of charters with a dedicated crew of five in the Mediterranean.

Captain (Full time) at 36m Motor Yacht

September 2017 - October 2022 (5 years 1 mon 29 days)

During my tenure as a Captain, I led a team of six crew members cruising in the Mediterranean. The yacht has been intensively used during the summer and has been always hauled out during the winter.

Navigational officer (Rotational) at 186m Research Vessel

April 2009 - November 2010 (1 year 7 mons 24 days)

I navigated across the Mediterranean Sea, creating passage plans and facilitating the loading and unloading of Automobiles.

Captain (Full time) at 27m Motor Yacht

April 2006 - October 2006 (6 mons 29 days)

The yacht was initially utilized by the owner and subsequently chartered during the summer season in the Mediterranean with a crew of four.

Chief Mate (Rotational) at 106m Research Vessel

November 2015 - February 2017 (1 year 3 mons 13 days)

As the chief officer aboard cargo ships, it fell upon me to guarantee the ship's safety, security, and stability while overseeing the loading and unloading of a range of goods.

Captain (Temporary) at 55m Motor Yacht

July 2024 - November 2024 (4 mons)

As Captain of this yacht, I led a crew of 8 aboard a newly built vessel, ensuring smooth operations and effective team management. Upon joining the yacht at the shipyard, I supervised the final stages

Qualifications

  • Car Driving License
  • ENG-1
  • MCA Master Unlimited
  • STCW 2010

References

Managet at Motor Yacht

Owner at Research Vessel

Captain at Research Vessel

Certificates

  • STCW- Master on ships of 3000 GT or more (Expiry: 29 Jan 2029)
  • Annex 1 (Expiry: 29 Jan 2029)
  • Leadership and Managerial Skills (Expiry: 17 Nov 2027)
  • E.C.D.I.S. (Expiry: 28 Jan 2025)
  • G.M.D.S.S. G.O.C. (Expiry: 09 Feb 2028)
  • S.S.O. (Expiry: 20 Jan 2028)
  • Medical Care (Expiry: 06 Jun 2026)
  • Radar observations and plotting
  • Radar A.R.P.A.
  • Radar A.R.P.A. - Bridge Teamwork
  • Certificate Of Proficiency in Rescue Boats, (Expiry: 20 Jan 2028)
  • REFRESHER PERSONAL SURVIVAL TECHNIQUES (Expiry: 22 Jun 2026)
  • REFRESHER TRAINING IN ADVANCED FIRE (Expiry: 10 Jun 2026)
  • REFRESHER FIRE PREVENTION -Basic (Expiry: 24 Jun 2026)
  • Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
  • Dinamic Position

Languages

  • English
  • Italian

Hobbies & Interests

I like reading books, hiking , and snorkeling.

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