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Superyacht CV Guide

As an inexperienced crew member seeking your first job on board a superyacht, it is imperative to have a good CV. Yacht crew CV's are very different from those used in the traditional business world. It is important to make sure your CV professional and relevant.

We highly recommend you follow the tips below, but don’t be afraid to make some adjustments that reflect your personality and style. It is important to strike a balance between being unique and professional.

Yacht Crew CV Photograph:

Your photograph is an important aspect of your CV. Unlike other industries, your CV will most likely be completely ignored without a photograph. Vessel owners and captains like to hire presentable crew members and it is important to portray the correct image in your photograph. Here are a few guidelines to follow:

• The photograph should be placed in the top corner of the CV.
• It should in colour, be a JPEG file and less than 500KB.
• Your head and shoulders should be visible in the photo and you should ideally be wearing a white or blue polo shirt or a shirt with epaulettes.
• Your hair should be neat and presentable.
• No hats, caps, sunglasses or large earrings.
• Look professional and friendly – SMILE.
• You should take the photograph with the sea or a marina in the background.
• You should be clean-shaven although there may be exceptions to this based on your role. Generally, guests facing staff should be clean-shaven.

Yacht Crew CV Tips

• Keep it concise. The CV should be no longer than two pages (1 page if you have minimal industry experience). Short and sweet is the trick here – potential employers will be reading through numerous CVs and don’t want to read unnecessary information.
• Ensure your qualifications, location, passport/visas and availability are clearly visible.
• Always spell-check your CV! Allow family and friends proofread it to make sure it is grammatically correct.
• Write professionally and do not use slang.
• Always print your CV out before sending it off, sometimes the layout and format may appear different once printed. Most potential employers will print out the CVs they are interested in – make sure you are happy with the printed version.
• NEVER LIE on your CV – some crew may be tempted to lie on their CVs in order to appear more experienced. Interviewers and employers are able to tell and you will be caught out.
• List all relevant experience and/or transferrable skills from your previous careers and/or upbringing.
• When applying for a job online you should attach a cover letter along with your CV.
• You will often hand your CV out whilst ‘dock walking’, it can be a good idea to staple a business card to your CV and to hand your CV out in a plastic sleeve.
• Save your CV under a professional file name, eg. John Smith CV, as it will appear that way for potential employers to download.
• Ensure the name in your email address is sensible.
• Get feedback and help from professional yachting CV services.

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Create a yacht CV by using the template provided below. This template is appropriate for deckhands, steward(ess)s, yacht chefs, engineers as well as other roles. Remember to export your yachting resume into PDF before applying for yacht jobs.

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How to fill out the templates?

The CV templates you can find below are editable Microsoft Word documents that you can fill in with your personal details. Once completed, save the document as a PDF and upload it to your YPI CREW profile .

Below you will also find examples of filled out CVs to help you get an idea of what the final version should look like. If you need additional tips on how to write your CV, have a look at our guide on ‘ How to write a memorable yachting CV ’.

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Remember that looks are not important, what matters is the photo should capture a glimpse of your character. A smiley photo with a nice light, wearing a plain white polo or collared shirt (for chef's whites or blacks for chefs), no cap, no sunglasses, neat and tidy. No selfies. If possible try to take a picture outdoors, with yachts in background but this is not mandatory.

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How to write a Yachting CV

If you are new to the Superyacht industry, then you have probably not written a yachting CV before. If you need help writing a Yachting CV, our guide will explain what to do and what not to do.

Writing a Yachting CV differs from a CV that you may write for a land-based job. For example, on a yachting CV, you are asked to provide a picture and give your date of birth, which is considered discriminatory if you apply for a land-based job.

At Flying Fish, we help hundreds of customers new to the Yachting industry write a professional yachting CV. The yachting CV is so important, we include ono-to-one support during our Superyacht Deckhand and Superyacht Steward/ess courses. This forms part of our Career Support Service.

First, a bit of background to a Yachting CV

Your CV is a summary of your skills, experience, and interests. It explains why you are a good fit for the Deckhand or Steward/ess position, plus all the skills and experience you have to offer the yacht.

Research indicates that the reader forms an opinion about your CV in just a few seconds. Therefore, it is crucial to ensure that your CV is engaging and flawless.

The yachting CV must include character references, as talking to somebody who knows you gives confidence to the employer.

Your yachting CV needs to create a good first impression and be brief and to the point. It’s a sales pamphlet, not an essay.

The Yachting CV breaks down into seven topics. You don’t have to use our CV template format. Some crew agents may want the headings in a different order. You can design your CV template but ensure you have covered the seven headings below.

• Personal information

Qualifications

• Work/Yachting experience

Hobbies and interests

A few golden rules.

Before we dive into the detail, it is worth highlighting a few important points:

You must be honest. Don’t worry if you have not worked on a superyacht before, it’s not an obstacle to getting a job. If you are a smoker say so. If you have visible tattoos then say so and let the employer decide.

Working on a yacht, whether a small sailing yacht or a large superyacht your character is key. The employer will probably pay more attention to your character/work ethic than your qualifications.

Getting the format right

How you design your yachting CV is just as important as its content. The font you use, and how you present it also play a significant role. Choose a font like Calibri, 11 points, or Verdana 10 points as they are easy to read. Make sure you save your CV as a PDF file or similar format that can be opened on both a MAC or PC.

Personal Information

This is the easy bit, follow the prompts in our CV template. Make sure you add the international dialing code, +44, as an example. Add your current location but bear in mind this will change.

Social Media

Today we all have an online profile. You will add your name, DOB and upload a photo to your CV. Yachts interested in you will likely look at your social media to see what you do in your free time.

Ensure your Instagram, Facebook, and any other profiles confirm what you say about yourself in your CV. For example, if you tell the reader that you are a non-smoker only to find recent images on your social media feeds of you smoking, it will cast doubt in the readers mind to your honesty or perhaps lead to an awkward conversation during your interview!

Superyacht crew are likely to contact you on WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, or Instagram. A Captain may ask you to send your CV via one of these channels. We recommend you become familiar with the process of sending your Yachting CV, via WhatsApp, and Facebook Messenger.

You must add a passport-sized head and shoulders image to your CV. No selfies! Ask someone to take a photo of you in the morning or evening when the sun is lower to prevent squinting.

It’s a good idea to wear a polo or T-shirt, no branding – something comfortable. No need for a shirt or tie; after all, you won’t be wearing one onboard.

Don’t apply filters or Photoshop your image to enhance it. Keep the size of your photo below 250kb. Many boats download CVs using satellite, so file size is important.

Girls, if you have long hair, tie it back so that we can see your face. We advise wearing minimal makeup and jewelry. Men need to be clean-shaven; make sure your hair neat and tidy.

Below are some examples of CV photos taken of Flying Fish customers.

Start with the most important qualifications first: STCW Basic Safety Training , PDSD , ENG1 medical , Powerboat Level 2 , etc. All your qualifications should be bullet-pointed.

If you have any additional skills relevant to the job you are applying for, then include them here, (Watersports Instructor, Diving, PT Instructor, Beauty, massage, to name a few). We don’t need to know your GCSE results.

Yachting experience

If you have worked on a yacht before, sailed with family or friends, worked on a ferry, dive boat, etc. then here is where you provide a brief summary of your experience so far.

Detail when you were onboard, your position, and the yacht’s name. If you don’t have any yachting experience, don’t worry, remove this section from your yachting CV.

Work experience

Place your work experience chronologically, with your most recent position first. Please describe the skills you learned and how you exceeded expectations in your job, using only two or three sentences.

This is arguably the most important section; what do you like to do in your spare time? Generally, yacht crew are outgoing people who like sport, travel, and adventure.

If you share a passion for the outdoors, you will fit in well. Maybe you play a sport, keep fit, are a keen photographer, have run a marathon, or enjoy travel. All these are relevant as they show your character.

You must list two references in the same format as shown in our Yachting CV template, name, telephone, email. Your references may come from a previous employer or somebody that has worked with you. Your reference can’t come from a family member!

Most recruitment agents ask for a written reference as part of their recruitment process.

What to do next

Now that you have finished your Yachting CV, there are a couple more tasks to do.

• Ask somebody to read your Yachting CV to ensure it makes sense and reads well.
• Spell-check your CV, then spell-check it again!
• Save your CV as a PDF. You can open a PDF on any device. A PDF is a condensed file, so if the reader downloads your CV, it doesn’t chew up all data.
• Your Yachting CV may change. You will probably want to change your photo, and your location will change when you start looking for work. If you perform day work, we will add the yacht you worked on and the tasks you completed to your Yachting CV.

Once you are happy with your Yachting CV, you can start looking for your dream job. You can search for Superyacht jobs on Facebook, YotSpot , or through a Superyacht Recruitment Agency .

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Deckhand CV example

Deckhand jobs are engaging and rewarding, but its not always easy to land one in today’s job market.

Check out this example Deckhand CV along with our simple CV writing guide, to help you create an impressive CV that will attract employers and land you plenty of job interviews.

Guide contents

Deckhand CV example

• CV layout and format
• Your CV profile
• Work experience

Education section

CV templates 

This example CV demonstrates how to structure and format your own Deckhand CV, so that it can be easily digested by busy hiring managers, and quickly prove why you are the best candidate for the jobs you are applying to.

It also gives you a good idea of the type of skills, experience and qualifications that you need to be making prominent in your own CV.

Deckhand CV layout and format

First impressions count, so a sloppy, disorganised CV may cause your CV to be overlooked..

Instead, perfect the format and structure of your CV by working to a clear logical structure and applying some simple formatting tricks to ease readability.

Don’t underestimate the importance of this step; if your CV lacks readability, your written content won’t even be seen.

CV formatting tips

• Length: Whether you’ve got one year or three decades of experience, your CV should never be more than two sides of A4. Recruiters are busy people who’re often juggling numerous roles and tasks, so they don’t have time to read lengthy applications. If you’re a recent graduate or don’t have much industry experience, one side of A4 is fine.
• Readability : To help busy recruiters scan through your CV, make sure your section headings stand out – bold or coloured text works well. Additionally, try to use bullet points wherever you can, as they’re far easier to skim through than huge paragraphs. Lastly, don’t be afraid of white space on your CV – a little breathing space is great for readability.
• Design: Don’t waste time adding fancy designs to your CV. It generally adds no value to your application and may even end up distracting recruiters away from the important written content.
• Avoid photos: Logos, profile photos or other images aren’t necessary and rarely add any value – save the space for written content, instead!

Quick tip: Formatting your CV to look professional can be difficult and time-consuming when using Microsoft Word or Google Docs. If you want to create an attractive CV quickly, try our quick-and-easy CV Builder and use one of their eye-catching professional CV templates.

CV structure

Divide your CV into the following major sections when writing it:

• Name and contact details  – Head your CV with your name and contact details, to let the reader know who you are and how to contact you.
• CV profile – A brief paragraph which summarises your skills and experience and highlights why you’re a good match for the role.
• Core skills list – A snappy, bullet-pointed list of your most relevant skills.
• Work experience – A structured list of your work experience in reverse chronological order.
• Education – A summary of any relevant qualifications or professional training you’ve completed.
• Hobbies and interests – An optional section, which should only be used if your hobbies are relevant to the jobs you’re applying to.

Now I’ll tell you exactly what you should include in each CV section.

CV Contact Details

Kick-start your CV with your contact details, so recruiters can get in touch easily. Here’s what you should include:

• Mobile number
• Email address – Make sure it’s professional, with no silly nicknames.
• Location – Your town or city is sufficient, rather than a full address.
• LinkedIn profile or portfolio URL – Ensure they’ve been updated and are looking slick and professional.

Quick tip: Avoid listing your date of birth, marital status or other irrelevant details – they’re unnecessary at this stage.

Deckhand CV Profile

Grab the reader’s attention by kick-starting your CV with a powerful profile (or personal statement , if you’re a junior applicant).

This is a short introduction paragraph which summarises your skills, knowledge and experience.

It should paint you as the perfect match for the job description and entice recruiters to read through the rest of your CV.

Tips for creating an strong CV profile:

• Keep it concise: The best CV profiles are short, sharp and highly relevant to the target role. For this reason, it’s best to write 3-4 lines of high-level information, as anything over might be missed.
• Tailor it: If recruiters don’t see your suitability within a few seconds, they may close your CV straight away. Your CV profile should closely match the essential requirements listed in the job ad, so make sure to review them before you write it.
• Don’t add an objective: Career goals and objectives are best suited to your cover letter , so don’t waste space with them in your CV profile.
• Avoid cliches: If your CV is riddled with clichès like “Dynamic thought-leader”, hit that delete button. Phrases like these are like a broken record to recruiters, who read them countless times per day. Hard facts, skills, knowledge and results are sure to yield far better results.

Example CV profile for Deckhand

What to include in your deckhand cv profile.

• Summary of experience: Recruiters will want to know what type of companies you’ve worked for, industries you have knowledge of, and the type of work you’ve carried out in the past, so give them a summary of this in your profile.
• Relevant skills: Highlight your skills which are most relevant to Deckhand jobs, to ensure that recruiters see your most in-demand skills as soon as they open your CV.
• Essential qualifications: If the jobs you are applying to require candidates to have certain qualifications, then you must add them in your profile to ensure they are seen by hiring managers.

Quick tip: Struggling to write a powerful profile? Choose from hundreds of pre-written profiles across all industries, and add one to your CV with one click in our quick-and-easy CV Builder . All written by recruitment experts and easily tailored to suit your unique skillset.

Core skills section

Next, you should create a bullet pointed list of your core skills , formatted into 2-3 columns.

Here, you should focus on including the most important skills or knowledge listed in the job advertisement.

This will instantly prove that you’re an ideal candidate, even if a recruiter only has time to briefly scan your CV.

Quick tip: Our quick-and-easy CV Builder contains thousands of in-demand skills for every profession that can be added to your CV in seconds – saving you time and greatly improving your chances of landing job interviews.

Work experience/Career history

Now that recruiters have a good overview of your skills and abilities, you need to jump into the detail of your career history.

Give them a more thorough insight into what you can do by creating a detailed list of your relevant experience.

Start with your current role, and work backwards through all the relevant positions you’ve held. This could be freelance, contract or voluntary work too; as long as it’s related to the role you’re applying for.

Structuring your roles

Lengthy, unbroken chunks of text is a recruiters worst nightmare, but your work experience section can easily end up looking like that if you are not careful.

To avoid this, use my tried-and-tested 3-step structure, as illustrated below:

Start with a 1-2 sentence summary of your role as a whole, detailing what the goal of your position was, who you reported to or managed, and the type of organisation you worked for.

Key responsibilities

Next up, you should write a short list of your day-to-day duties within the job.

Recruiters are most interested in your sector-specific skills and knowledge, so highlight these wherever possible.

Key achievements

To finish off each role and prove the impact you made, list 1-3 stand out achievements , results or accomplishments.

This could be anything which had a positive outcome for the company you worked for, or perhaps a client/customer. Where applicable, quantify your examples with facts and figures.

Quick tip: Create impressive job descriptions easily in our quick-and-easy CV Builder by adding pre-written job phrases for every industry and career stage.

In your education section, make any degrees, qualifications or training which are relevant to Deckhand roles a focal point.

As well as mentioning the name of the organisation, qualification titles and dates of study, you should showcase any particularly relevant modules, assignments or projects.

Interests and hobbies

Although this is an optional section, it can be useful if your hobbies and interests will add further depth to your CV.

Interests which are related to the sector you are applying to, or which show transferable skills like leadership or teamwork, can worth listing.

On the other hand, generic hobbies like “going out with friends” won’t add any value to your application, so are best left off your CV.

Writing your Deckhand CV

Creating a strong Deckhand CV requires a blend of punchy content, considered structure and format, and heavy tailoring.

By creating a punchy profile and core skills list, you’ll be able to hook recruiter’s attention and ensure your CV gets read.

Remember that research and relevance is the key to a good CV, so research your target roles before you start writing and pack your CV with relevant skills.

Best of luck with your next application!

Download and edit our CV template to suit your needs. It will set you on the right track with your first Yachting CV. You can use it as a guide to writing your CV for the Super Yacht Industry. It should be used to aid your CV writing process and for general information. It is not meant to be a definitive guide.

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How to write a yacht CV in 2023 [with tips, instructions, and examples]

Whether you want to work as a deckhand on a small private vessel or join the large service staff of a superyacht, it’s important to learn how to write a yacht CV.

Working on a yacht can be a fulfilling career. It is a great way to experience the sea, visit different places, meet important people, and have unique experiences. It is also, however, a difficult career. The employee quarters on a yacht typically have little privacy, the days can be long, and the work can be difficult. Further, when you are working on a yacht, you are at sea. You can’t go home until the voyage is over, which could be weeks or even months.

This means that your yacht CV needs to show that not only are you skilled, you have the personality and constitution for working on a yacht.

But if you, like Moby Dick’s Ishmael, find yourself with little or no money in your purse, and nothing particular to interest you on shore, it may be time to write a great yacht CV and see the watery part of the world.

This article will explore all aspects of writing a yacht CV, including:

• What is a yacht CV?
• Yacht CV requirements

Yacht CV certifications

• Yacht CV qualifications
• How to write a yacht CV

A yacht CV is a document describing your yachting skills and experience that you submit to employers as a part of a job application. It will contain details like personal information, work experience, education, and skills.

The yacht experience can vary greatly. Some yachts may have only a single captain on board and a handful of passengers. Others, such as enormous superyachts, may have a large dedicated staff and crew. Yacht jobs can include captain, crew, bosun, mate, deckhand, dock worker, marina worker, chef, sous chef, stewardess, engineer, and more.

The exact details of your yacht CV will depend on your specific career. There are several different paths that might take you to a yacht, and it’s important that your CV has the right details for your specific goals.

• Yacht CV Requirements

If you want to become a yacht employee, sometimes called a “yachtie”, your yacht CV will need to show that you have all the certifications and accreditations for the position you are applying for.

The specific requirements of a yacht CV may depend on what country the yacht company is based in and what countries it will travel to. Because most yacht jobs will require sailing to and from different countries, you will have to be conscious of where the particular yacht job is based and what the hiring requirements are.

Further, the specific qualifications, certifications, and skills that you need will depend on what specific yacht role you are applying for.

If you are looking to work in the kitchen of a yacht, for example, or as wait staff, you will want to list your food safety certifications, your culinary education, and your experience serving.

If you are looking to work as a member of the deck crew, you will need appropriate safety certifications.

Will you be working as a tour guide? Will you have to use the helm, or do any navigation? Will you be dealing directly with customers, clients, or passengers? If so, make sure your yacht CV reflects this.

Yacht CV Certifications

Certain certifications are required to become a yachtie. When you apply for a yacht job, you must ensure that you have the right certifications for your role.

Anyone who works on a commercial ship will need a Standard for Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) certification.

Also required is an ENG1 Medical or equivalent, which is a certificate confirming that you are medically able to work on a yacht and at sea.

Other certifications, while not strictly mandatory, can improve your CV, such as deckhand training courses and boating certifications like Power Boat 2.

If you are applying for a role in the kitchen or in a hospitality role, you can also look for stewardess training courses, food safety and hygiene certifications, hospitality courses, silver service courses, and more.

It’s important to think carefully about exactly what type of career you are pursuing and what certifications can help you.

Once you have the certifications you need, you can get to work writing your yacht CV. Yacht CV sections include:

Yacht CV personal information

At the beginning of your CV, make sure to add your personal information.

This should begin with your contact details. In your contact information section, include your:

• Email address
• Phone Number
• City of residence

In the USA and Canada, you are not expected to include a picture with your yacht CV. In most European countries, however, a picture will be expected, especially if your position will be guest-facing. Make sure to study the CV requirements of your specific country when preparing your CV. If you provide a picture, make sure it is professional and appropriate.

Some yacht companies also require you to state whether you are a smoker, and whether you have tattoos. You can include this alongside your contact information, or in a separate Personal Details section.

Yacht CV summary

At the top of your CV, begin with a brief professional summary. A summary is a short section, usually only a few sentences or bullet points, that briefly describes you and your experience. It should have a few key highlights, either of key skills that make you a great candidate, or some important achievements from other roles that show what you can do.

A great summary can be what convinces a hiring manager to read the rest of the CV.

Yacht CV work experience

Your Work Experience section is the most important part of your CV. It is the longest section, and the section containing the most detail.

In a Work Experience section, list previous positions in reverse-chronological order, beginning with your current or most recent job and working backwards. In each role, provide a job description that details your responsibilities and achievements in that position.

For each entry, include:

• Company name
• Dates worked
• Job description

If you have experience working on a yacht, you should emphasize your yacht positions, providing them with more detail than you do to other positions. Work Experience entries for yacht jobs can also be formatted differently. For yacht positions, list the name of the vessel, its size, and whether the yacht was private or charter.

For example:

Deep Blue | 103’ | Private Stewardess June 2021 - August 2022

This gives yacht employers a clear idea of what kind of yacht experience you have.

When writing your job descriptions for each role, try to focus on concrete examples of your experience, including achievements and accomplishments. Describing only your basic duties makes for a boring CV.

To come up with achievements, try to brainstorm concrete successes that you contributed to. It can help to consider quantifiable aspects of your job. If you can provide verifiable numbers, your experience will seem more credible and more impressive. For a yacht CV, measurable aspects of previous positions could include the size of the vessel, the length of the voyage, the number of passengers or rooms, event attendance, provisioning budgets, and more.

Further, be sure to use active language as much as possible when describing past experience. Action words make your work experience seem more dynamic, and make you sound like an independent worker who takes initiative and gets the job done. Action words like organized , managed , hosted , spearheaded , and navigated all indicate an employee that employers would be happy to hire.

Yacht CV education

The importance of your education will depend on your specific role. If you are applying to work as a server or deckhand, a post-secondary degree won’t be necessary (as long as you have the right certifications). If you are applying as an engineer, however, you will need to show that you have the right academic credentials.

In your Education section, list your degrees in reverse-chronological order, beginning with your most recent degree and working backwards. For each entry, include the:

• Degree name
• School name
• Date of graduation

Generally, a description isn’t needed in an Education entry. If there are particular aspects of your education that you would like to highlight, however, such as GPA, specializations, or a key project, they can be included.

Certain certifications are integral to your yacht CV. If you want to work on a yacht, or any commercial vessel, you will need to show that you have the right safety training and health certification.

This usually means that you need to list your STCW certification and ENG 1 Medical certification. You may also want to include your Power Boat 2 certification. First aid certifications can also be an asset.

However, those certifications may not be enough. Be sure to study the job posting and research the position as much as possible so you know exactly what certifications will be required.

Yacht CV skills

A Skills section is a section of your CV where you list your most important and most relevant competencies. This can include soft skills , like communication and people skills, and hard skills , like electrical engineering or navigation.

A Skills section, while not strictly mandatory, is a great way to make your yacht CV more impressive. Listing all your skills in one place makes it easy for employers to quickly glance at your CV and see exactly what your expertise is.

The easiest way to format your skill section is to simply list your skills in a bulleted list. Sort the list so that your most relevant skills are at the top.

If you would like to draw more attention to your skills, you can make each skill or skill area a heading, and provide a more detailed description of the skill below. With VisualCV, you can even add strength ratings to each skill. This method works great for skills-based CVs .

Yacht CV skills can include:

• Customer Service
• Maintenance
• Firefighting

Yacht CV interests

When you work on a yacht, you will be sharing cramped quarters with all of your coworkers, with very little privacy and no time to yourself. For this reason, it’s important to make sure you are a good culture fit for the vessel. While not mandatory, it can be a good idea to include a brief selection of your interests and hobbies in your yacht CV so the employer can see if you will fit in with the rest of the crew.

• Customize your Yacht CV

Even if you are only applying for yacht jobs, it’s important to customize your yacht CV for every application. Different job postings will have specific requirements and specific skills they are looking for, so it’s important to make sure your CV is a perfect fit. A generic CV won’t be perfect for every application.

To do this, study the application closely, and research the company and vessel to learn as much about it as you can. Then, use what you have learned to carefully customize your CV so that the right skills, experience, and personality are emphasized. Remain truthful, but edit your experience so that it matches the job description as closely as possible.

• Yacht CV example

A dedicated and enthusiastic steward with extensive experience working on yachts and superyachts. Capable of achieving the most demanding targets and objectives whilst remaining focused on delivering a high standard of service at all times. Naturally strong interpersonal skills give me the ability to communicate concisely and articulately with crew and guests. I enjoy being a part of a successful and productive team and have the ability to shine in high pressure environments. I am certified in first aid, ship safety, and health standards.

Work Experience

Steward Deep Blue | 103’ | Private

• Hosted cocktail parties of 100+ guests.
• Managed galley to ensure organization of food and service.
• Led galley training for new hires, including plating and presenting meals.
• Delivered a 5-star service to our guests.
• Provided care for passengers who require special assistance.
• Organized meal service, including serving hors d'oeuvres, drink service, and bartending.
• Received multiple commendations for customer service and communication.
• Ensured the highest level of safety by inspecting safety equipment, making safety announcements, and demonstrating safety procedures.
• Provided excellent VIP enhanced service to important guests on board.
• Gave tours and passed appetizers.

Senior Steward Demeter | 100' | Charter

• Organized interior stewardess duties.
• Made sure the company's SOPs were followed and respected on every voyage.
• Managed catering orders when sailing as a single operator.
• Organized VIP catering on the vessel, meeting preferences of guests.
• Assisted cooking crew and chef in galley when needed
• Organized food provisioning for crew and guests.
• Provided excellent VVIP enhanced service to important guests on board.
• Ensured safety and wellbeing of VIP guests during voyages to various destinations.
• Conducted safety demonstrations prior to voyages and carried out checks throughout the vessel.
• Laundry, cabin service, interior detailing.

Steward Ranger | 60' | Private

• Made beds, including turn downs and fluff ups.
• Led laundry and ironing services for guests and crew.
• Cleaned and maintained heads.
• Prepared yacht for 3 boat shows and multiple cocktail parties with 50+ guests.
• Verified passengers' compliance with safety regulations throughout all stages of voyage.
• Assisted exterior crew support when needed.
• Rostered on various short and long haul routes.

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• Meal service
• Galley management
• Safety demonstrations
• Scuba Diving
• Learning Languages

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• Assist in setup for special events
• Assist with startup and shutdown of vessel
• Assist in set up for special events
• Physically strong, with stamina to work long hours
• Assist Engineer with start up and shut down of vessel
• US Citizenship or legally authorized to work in the United States
• Completes opening and closing side work
• Standing watches: gangway and deck watch. These watches include security, maintenance and passenger assistance duties
• Maintenance, painting, cleaning, lifting lines and other heavy objects
• Loading and unloading passenger luggage, ship stores, etc
• Participating in steering the ship
• Various additional duties relating to the navigation and handling of the ship
• Participates with docking and anchoring maneuvers: handling lines, gangways, anchors, etc
• Customer Service
• Completion of any task requested by a supervisor or member of the Aramark management team
• Maintains clean work area on the parasail boat and in storage areas
• Performs job duties in a safe manner and follows company safety policies and procedures
• Performs safe gassing procedures for the parasail in accordance to safety standards
• Effectively communicates with Parasail Captain during customer flights
• Helps out in other areas of the marina when not opertating the parasail boat
• Abides by and upholds "be the difference" guest service standards
• Motor Vehicle Records, if applicable (for applicable positions that drive company vehicles)
• Criminal Background Investigation

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• Ability to work safely, exercise initiative and good judgment
• Reading & writing skills sufficient to comprehend/complete a variety of documents
• Ability to work in a flexible way that allows for changes in assignments and priorities depending upon identified needs of the vessel
• Must be able to work in all types of climate changes
• General upkeep of vessel (washing, chipping, painting, cleaning)
• Tow work (handling rigging/building tow for Lineboats)
• Fleet work (preparing barges for delivery local customers)
• Assisting barge cleaners, mechanics and welders may also be required
• Must be willing to travel between LaSalle and Morris, IL

Fleet & Live-on Deckhand Resume Examples & Samples

• Experience preferred but not required
• Riting skills sufficient to comprehend/complete a variety of documents
• Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team

Deckhand Resume Examples & Samples

• Pass a pre-employment drug test
• Well groomed neat appearance
• Ability to clearly speak and write the English Language

Deckhand Travel Resume Examples & Samples

• Friendly and outgoing
• College experience preferred
• Must be available to respond to call-out as assigned
• Perform work in dusty environment and all types of temperature/weather conditions
• The noise level in the environment is usually loud
• Experience preferred, but not required
• Reading and writing skills sufficient to comprehend/complete a variety of documents
• Ability to work in a flexible schedule; must allow for changes in assignments, and priorities depending upon identified needs of the vessel
• Must be able to work in all types of climates
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, including drug screen
• Duties consist of cleaning of the vessel interior and exterior. ( focus on detail cleaning, trash removal and detail cleaning the restrooms.)
• Performs various tasks involved in the maintenance and upkeep of vessel and equipment; this includes cleaning, maintenance and the making of minor repairs to equipment
• Line handling, adjustment of winches, use of hydraulic ramps and other tasks related to mooring of the vessel
• Execute tasks as assigned by the Lead Deckhand
• Ability to speak effectively with customers and/or employees
• Ability to create or carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Solid attendance and punctuality record
• Excellent general customer skills

Marina Deckhand Resume Examples & Samples

• Marina Services Workers must be able to work physically hard and able to deal with constant lifting and bending
• Provide luggage assistance to all guests, including tour groups. Lifting, carrying and transporting luggage, which may weigh over 50 pounds in order to load and unload houseboats
• Ensure cleanliness and pleasant atmosphere of the boat dock by removing trash and debris from the dock – cleaning all public areas
• Marina Services Workers should assist customers in docking and piloting boats in and out of the marina
• Marina Services Workers should be highly knowledgeable about the marina and the surrounding areas. This includes but is not limited to: retail, the lodge, food & beverage services, tours and activities
• Maintain a positive attitude and always be willing to lend a helping hand wherever needed
• Marina Services Workers mwill be required to attend the pump out station - pumping waste out of the tanks
• Marina Services Workers must fully utilize all safety equipment, ensuring proper lifting, bending and carrying techniques are adhered to
• Identify maintenance and safety issues and take the correct steps to correct them
• Must be flexible - willing to work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays, as well as long shifts including early monring and late nights

Ferry Deckhand Resume Examples & Samples

• Ferry Deckhands must be able to work physically hard and able to deal with constant lifting and bending, standing. Practice Team Lifting practices
• Ferry Deckhands are responsible for the safe loading and unloading of all cars, RVs, motorcycles and foot traffic aboard the ferry
• Ferry Deckhands should be highly knowledgeable about the marina and the surrounding areas. This includes but is not limited to: retail, the lodge, food & beverage services, tours and activities
• Ferry Deckhands will be responsible for assisting in all preventative maintenance, including oil changes, filter changes
• Ferry Deckhands must fully utilize all safety equipment, ensuring proper lifting, bending and carrying techniques are adhered to
• Ferry Deckhands must safely operate rescue skiff and complete Man Overboard Drills in safe and timely fashion to meet USCG standards
• May be required to drive company ATV/Cart, boat, and/or vehicles

Lead Ferry Deckhand Resume Examples & Samples

• Lead Ferry Deckhands must be able to work physically hard and able to deal with constant lifting and bending, standing. Practice Team Lifting practices
• Lead Ferry Deckhands are responsible for the safe loading and unloading of all cars, RVs, motorcycles and foot traffic aboard the ferry
• Lead Ferry Deckhands should be highly knowledgeable about the marina and the surrounding areas. This includes but is not limited to: retail, the lodge, food & beverage services, tours and activities
• Lead Ferry Deckhands will be responsible for assisting in all preventative maintenance, including oil changes, filter changes
• Lead Ferry Deckhands must fully utilize all safety equipment, ensuring proper lifting, bending and carrying techniques are adhered to
• Lead Ferry Deckhands must safely operate rescue skiff and complete Man Overboard Drills in safe and timely fashion to meet USCG standards
• Understand all machinery and chemicals used. Be aware of SDS sheets and books and read and use this information when necessary
• Must be honest, dependable and forthright, with the ability to confidently work without direct supervision
• Must be able to work with diverse populations in a supportive and positive manner
• Other duties as assigned. busy
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be fluent in the English language both spoken and written
• Advanced boating/marina knowledge & customer service experience is required
• May be required to drive a Cart/ATV/Van/Boat for this position

Lead Deckhand Resume Examples & Samples

• Perform all Marina Services Worker duties
• Hold pre-shift meetings to ensure that the Boat Tours dock team are aware of the day’s tasks, tours, any tour groups or special cruises, visiting VIPs, FOCUS & Safety of the day and any other miscellaneous information to ensure successful operations
• Ensure all Boat Tours customers are checked in and out as efficiently as possible and that basic boat usage and safety information is communicated. Encourage and support Marina Services Workers, building their lake and local area knowledge, in order to be more informative to guests
• Lead – Marina Services Workers should be highly knowledgeable about Lake Powell Resort and Marinas and the surrounding areas; acting as a concierge resource for all guests. This includes but is not limited to: retail, boat rentals, food & beverage opening hours and services, events and surrounding area amenities and activities such as other National Parks in The Grand Circle
• Have a knowledge of the National Park Service interpretation program
• Load and unload supplies such as bottles of water for trips
• Lead – Marina Services Workers ensure everything operates smoothly in manager’s absence and that all customer relations issues are handled effectively
• Respond directly to all customer complaints and ensure they are resolved efficiently and immediately in a professional manner which does not negatively impact on the reputation of Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas
• Must ensure cleanliness and a pleasant atmosphere throughout The Boat Tours dock and onboard Tour Boats at all times
• Train Marina Services Workers on all aspects of the role in order to develop a team of customer service focused Marina Services Workers
• Lead – Marina Services Workers may be required to complete monthly safety inspections and file incident and injury reports on an ongoing basis
• Lead – Marina Services Workers may be required to assist management in scheduling Boat Tours employees in accordance with labor budgets and assigning work tasks to the Marina Services Workers
• Advanced boating/local area knowledge and experience is required
• Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office
• Must pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and participate in the random drug/alcoholtesting pool
• May be required to operate carts, company vehicles, and/or boats
• Marina Services Workers must be able to work physically hard
• Fill lemonade and water coolers prior to each boat tour
• Ensure all Boat Tours customers are boarded as efficiently as possible and that basic boat usage and safety information is communicated
• Assist customers on and off the boat answering any questions they may have
• Maintain a knowledge of the National Park Service interpretation program
• Assist guests with commentary ensuring their recording is set up to play in their chosen language if available
• Assist Boat Pilot where needed both at the dock and on boat tours
• Ensure accurate number count of boat tour guests. Ensuring that if the boat stops at any locations – that all guests board the boat prior to the boat departing
• Marina Services Workers should be highly knowledgeable about Lake Powell Resort and Marinas and the surrounding areas; acting as a concierge resource for all guests. This includes but is not limited to: retail, the lodge, food & beverage opening hours and services, events and surrounding area amenities and activities such as other National Parks in The Grand Circle
• Ensure cleanliness and pleasant atmosphere of the boat dock and on board tour boats at all times
• Previous customer service, interpretation and boating experience preferred
• Must pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and be willing to participate in the random drug/alcohol testing pool

Parasail Deckhand Resume Examples & Samples

• Maintains an amicable attitude toward guests and employees at all times
• Abides by and upholds "be the difference" guest service standards
• Notifies captain of needed parasail boat maintenance
• Performs opening and closing side work as needed
• Safely operates parasail boat through the marina in an appropriate manner and speed
• Helps the captain with inspection, maintenance, and record keeping of all activity related to the parasail boat
• Work in other areas or departments as needed
• Must have minimal boat experience
• Must have up to date CPR and First Aid certification
• Must have at least 1-2 years customer service experience
• Must be able to work outside in the sun for 8 hours
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check
• Ability to prove eligibility to work in the United States

Permanent Deckhand Resume Examples & Samples

• The schedule is 14 days on, 14 days off and you will be required to commute to/from the vessel daily
• Attaches and removes line and cables to and from the vessel, barges, docks and locks. This involves carrying coiled lines, ratchets, rigging, cables or other equipment from line lockers, deck lockers, or Ability to use fire fighting equipment and spill containment equipment
• Cables to attachment sites, making attachments using manual or power winches to tighten lines or cables, and monitoring and adjusting lines and tension during towing, loading, discharging, locking or docking
• Unties and reties lines 4 to 8 times during loading and discharging in order to adjust for the changing height of the barge, relative to the height of other barges, the dock and the vessel
• Makes minor repairs such as tightening bolts, replacing fluid and air lines, hanging light bulbs, replacing equipment such as cables, winches, pumps and fan belts
• Uses tools such as hammers, fire axes, ratchets, hand winches, stripping pumps, needle guns and grinders with two hands
• Must not have more than two moving violations in three (3) years
• Must have a social security card
• Must have a state-issued birth certificate
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must have a valid TWIC
• Must have reliable transportation (this position will not live on board the vessel)
• Must be able to pass drug and alcohol screen
• Must be able to work in inclement weather outdoors (heat and cold)
• Must not have a DWI or DUI in the last three (3) years
• Cannot have any criminal charges pending or be on probation
• This is a day-boat position, working a 14 day on, 7 day off, rotation. This position will require 12-hour shifts (one week on nights, one week on days, one week off). This position requires that you commute to/from the vessel daily; this is not a live-on boat
• Must not have more than 2 moving driving violations in the last 3 years
• Must have a Social Security Card
• Must be a U. S. Citizen
• Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screen
• Must not have a DWI or DUI in the last three years

Inland Deckhand Resume Examples & Samples

• Works aboard vessel for prolonged periods according to the work schedule for the vessel, for example: 30 days on and 15 days off or 14 days on and 7 days off
• Is willing to work, as operations require, including additional days, close quarters and away from home for long periods of time. 4. Cables to attachment sites, making attachments using manual or power winches to tighten lines or cables, and monitoring and adjusting lines and tension during towing, loading, discharging, locking or docking
• Maintains vessel by performing scheduled maintenance and housekeeping such as sweeping, sougeing, chipping rusted metal, priming and painting
• Must have valid TWIC Card in hand
• Must have a State issued Birth Certificate
• Must be able to work 30 days away from home
• Must be able to read and write English at a ninth grade level
• Must be able to work in inclement weather outdoor, heat and cold
• Cannot have any criminal charges pending, or be on probation

Deckhand, Inland Resume Examples & Samples

• General housekeeping duties and vessel maintenance, which may include cooking, sweeping, mopping, painting, and equipment repair
• Moving and operating portable pumps
• Transferring and laying rigging, handling lines, shifting barges, dropping or picking up barges, and checking the tow
• Assisting via radio communication to wheelhouse while navigating through lock and under bridges
• Assisting in bulk liquid transfers
• Catch a line on deck fittings, work lines at locks, cast lines free when getting underway, and assist in the navigation of the boat from the deck
• A valid driver's license with acceptable driving record is required
• A valid Transportation Workers Identification Credential (T.W.I.C.) is required
• Ability to communicate clearly with office, vessel crew and dock personnel is required
• Ability to get along with others in close quarters and be flexible to work any schedule is required
• Ability to satisfactorily complete physical exam and drug test is required. This exam includes visual acuity, color vision, hearing and speech discrimination as well as medical evaluation and physical assessment
• Experience in Tugboat, Commercial Fishing, Oilfield, Heavy Equipment, Operations, Commercial Farming, and/or Shipyard is preferred
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions is required
• Ability to utilize strength and balance is required, as you may be performing duties on a moving platform
• Ability to work in confined or small spaces is required
• Ability to lift and move up to 75 lbs is required
• Works directly with Captain, Engineer, and other Deckhands
• Do daily checks and duties list
• Clean restrooms, replenish and check toilety supplies
• Maintain a great uplifting presence with all passengers and crew
• Understand all drills, MOB, FIRE, and ABANDONSHIP
• Do start up and shutdown as shift requires
• Observation of deck safety, safety of passengers and report any unsafe conditions
• Assist Engineer or Captain with pumping of fuel waste and water
• Welcome guests while boarding and taking passenger counts
• Project a positive and friendly attitude to all customers and crew
• Be aware of schedules and duties; check with Engineer and Captain daily
• Assist as necessary with F&B needs
• Assist with cleaning of windows and vacuum as needed
• Constantly aware of all conditions of vessel
• Assist in any repairs and notify captain of any safety discrepancies
• Arrive neat and have clean uniform
• Deal with all issues in a discrete manner (follow chain of command)
• Snow removal as necessary
• Maintains all vessels in Coast Guard ready conditions
• Maintain current First Aid and CPR approved Cards
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check
• Ability to pass random Coast Guard drug screenings

Deckhand Na Resume Examples & Samples

• This position requires a Valid Driver's License.**
• Physical Examination is required for this position.**
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain CPR.**

Deckhand, Sports & Leisure Resume Examples & Samples

• At least 2 year experience working in a multi-cultural 5 star hotel environment with the similar role
• Good swimming skills
• Water safety course
• Good Administration skills
• Basic Food & Beverage skills
• Can drive buggy (with buggy License is essential)asset
• Secondary Education or Equivalent
• Good English communication

Deckhand Leader Resume Examples & Samples

• Extensive travel required during dredging season
• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc (related to mobile equipment operation)
• Reliability and Dependability as a Deckhand

Dredge Deckhand Van Buren Resume Examples & Samples

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the Employee Handbook, appropriate tools and equipment for the task
• Requires motions such as stretching, stooping, bending, squatting, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, kneeling, throwing, walking, hammering, standing, reaching, rubbing
• May require lifting of up to 115 pounds
• Operate tow boat as needed on a training basis
• Lift, carry, hold and use materials, tools and supplies as needed to complete task
• Perform boat maintenance as needed
• Inspect and report daily any problems with barges or other assigned equipment
• Communicate production rates and maintenance issues to river foreman
• Communicate with dredge operator and barge loader to coordinate barge/dredge movements
• Perform maintenance duties as required
• Be able to work overtime when required
• Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co–workers or supervisors with other duties as required
• Previous related experience in construction field is preferred

Experienced Barge Deckhand Resume Examples & Samples

• Complies with all federal, state and local guidelines
• Previous experience in the barge towing industry preferred
• US Coast Guard regulated Vessel experience a plus
• Ability to work outside in all weather condiaitons
• Clean restrooms, replenish and check toiletry supplies
• Understand all drills, MOB, FIRE, and ABANDON-SHIP
• Maintain current First Aid and CPR approved cards
• A valid US Drivers License is required for this position to operate a boat or company vehicle
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Report history check for this position
• Maintain daily checklists of job duties
• Welcome guests while boarding the boat and obtain accurate passenger counts
• Project a positive and friendly attitude toward all customers and crew
• Understand all drills, MOB, fire and abandon ship procedures
• Oversee and maintain safety of passengers and report any unsafe conditions to captain and shift supervisor
• Fully utilize safety equipment and ensuring proper lifting, bending and carrying techniques are adhered to
• Assist captain with pumping of waste and water
• Load and unload supplies, tables, and chairs
• Clean restrooms, empty trash cans, replenish toiletry supplies and soap
• Clean windows and vacuum vessel as needed
• Complete opening and closing side work
• Assist as necessary with basic food & beverage needs
• Report to work in clean, complete uniform, including skid-resistant shoes
• This position is subject to pre-employment, random, and post-accident/reasonable suspicion drug testing compliant with federal Coast Guard regulations. This includes screening for marijuana and other federally regulated substances
• Must have a valid US Driver's License and pass a Motor Vehicle Record history check
• Must be able to perform physically tasking work including heavy lifting, constant walking and standing, and exposure to heat and inclement weather
• Cannot be prone to sea sickness
• Must be willing to work a variable schedule - may be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Current Southern Nevada Health District Food Handler Safety Training Card or ability to obtain
• Must complete Aramark-specific ServSafe Food Handler certification post-hire
• Maintains daily checklists of job duties
• Cleans restrooms, empties trash cans, replenishes toiletry supplies and soap
• Understands all drills, MOB, fire and abandon ship
• Oversees and maintains deck safety, safety of passengers and reports any unsafe conditions to engineer and captain
• Assist captain or engineer with pumping of fuel, waste and water
• Welcome guests while boarding the boat and make sure to obtain accurate passenger counts
• Assist as necessary with food & beverage needs
• Ensure cleanliness and pleasant atmosphere of the boat by removing trash and debris from the deck – cleaning all public areas
• Must be flexible - willing to work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays, as well as long shifts including early morning and late nights
• Know and comply with all company policies and procedures regarding safety, security, emergencies
• Status and Scope
• Ferry Deckhands report to the Lead Ferry Deckhand and Ferry Captain in charge
• Ferry Deckhands must be comfortable working long days in extreme heat
• Ferry Deckhand must be comfortable being on their feet all day, carrying and lifting heavy items which may exceed 50 pounds in weight
• Previous customer service and boating experience preferred

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• Marina Services Workers report to Marina Manager
• Lead Ferry Deckhands report to the Ferry Captain in charge
• Hold pre-shift meetings to ensure that the Boat Tours dock team are aware of the day’s tasks, tours, any tour groups or special cruises, visiting VIPs, FOCUS & Safety of the day and any other miscellaneous information to ensure successful operations
• Lead – Marina Services Workers ensure everything operates smoothly in manager’s absence and that all customer relations issues are handled effectively
• Lead – Marina Services Workers report to the Boat Tours Manager
• Marina Services Workers report to the Boat Tours Manager
• Maintain the cleanliness of the vessel on the outside by sweeping, mopping and scrubbing the deck to keep it clean and orderly
• Able to operate the fire hose, winch and davit. Also knowledge and practice of safety procedures in each situation
• Participate in passenger safety drills and actual emergency situations
• Perform general seasonal maintenance of the vessel such as sanding and painting to keep it seaworthy
• Throw and pull lines, use capstan and kevels to tie up the vessel
• Ensure accurate number count of boat tour guests
• Ensure cleanliness and pleasant atmosphere of the boat by removing trash and debris from the deck - cleaning all public areas
• The Ferry Deckhand is responsible for the safe loading and unloading of all cars, RVs, motorcycles and foot traffic aboard the ferry
• Understand all machinery and chemicals used. Be aware of MSDS sheets and books and read and use this information when necessary
• Diplomatically handle guest complaints - always be polite and maintain a professional manner
• Dockhands are required to wash the exterior of the houseboats with the lake water hoses, fill fresh water tanks, clean and re-coil anchor lines, clean barbeque grills, clean trash cans and ice chest, wash the exterior windows and dorrs, treat holding tanks with chemical, as well as other exterior preparations of the houseboats
• Always be polite and maintain a professional manner
• Dockhands report to The Boat Rentals/Marina Manager
• Occasionally in an office environment
• Regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals
• Occasionally exposed to non-toxic propane fumes or airborne particles
• Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals
• Report to the Lead Deckhand any violations of USCG regulations, Louisiana Gaming Commission regulations or unsafe conditions as it pertains to riverboat gaming

Professional Skills

• Writing and reading skills sufficient to complete/comprehend a variety of documents
• Experience safely operating a skid steer is prefered
• Operate Motor Vehicles/Ability to Drive Safely
• Skill in Work Practices
• Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) and Ability to Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)
• Valid state issued birth certificate required
• Valid social security card required

How to write Deckhand Resume

Deckhand role is responsible for government, travel, reporting, security, training, credit, basic, health, surveying, communications. To write great resume for deckhand job, your resume must include:

• Your contact information
• Work experience
• Skill listing

Contact Information For Deckhand Resume

The section contact information is important in your deckhand resume. The recruiter has to be able to contact you ASAP if they like to offer you the job. This is why you need to provide your:

• First and last name
• Telephone number

Work Experience in Your Deckhand Resume

The section work experience is an essential part of your deckhand resume. It’s the one thing the recruiter really cares about and pays the most attention to. This section, however, is not just a list of your previous deckhand responsibilities. It's meant to present you as a wholesome candidate by showcasing your relevant accomplishments and should be tailored specifically to the particular deckhand position you're applying to. The work experience section should be the detailed summary of your latest 3 or 4 positions.

Representative Deckhand resume experience can include:

• Operating capstans, winches, and/or ratchets in tightening and securing lines and floating plant
• Handling lines, wires, or rigging to secure barges or other floating plant in tow
• Cleaning the vessel, to include removing garbage, scrubbing decks, and railings
• Assisting other craftsmen with maintenance and repairs
• Driving trucks from 3/4 ton to 4-ton capacity to transport personnel and materials
• Moving expenses (Permanent Change of Station) is not authorized

Education on a Deckhand Resume

Make sure to make education a priority on your deckhand resume. If you’ve been working for a few years and have a few solid positions to show, put your education after your deckhand experience. For example, if you have a Ph.D in Neuroscience and a Master's in the same sphere, just list your Ph.D. Besides the doctorate, Master’s degrees go next, followed by Bachelor’s and finally, Associate’s degree.

Additional details to include:

• School you graduated from
• Major/ minor
• Year of graduation
• Location of school

These are the four additional pieces of information you should mention when listing your education on your resume.

Professional Skills in Deckhand Resume

When listing skills on your deckhand resume, remember always to be honest about your level of ability. Include the Skills section after experience.

Present the most important skills in your resume, there's a list of typical deckhand skills:

• Strong administrative/computer skills
• Basic computer skills knowledge required
• Valid TWIC card required
• 12 months of consecutive work experience
• Instruct and train employees and demonstrate procedures
• Drop and operate drag and sweep bars over shoals and lumps on river bottom

List of Typical Experience For a Deckhand Resume

Experience for permanent deckhand resume.

• Chips rust from deck, removes old paint by means of paint remover, putties holes and crevices. Applies prime and finish coats on exterior of boat including hull, superstructure and deck equipment, interior walls, doors, and furniture. Washes deck with water hose and performs general housekeeping work in quarters. Loads and stores supplies on vessel
• General housekeeping and upkeep of the vessel, including washing, chipping, painting, and cleaning
• Tow work, including building rigging, and building tow for Lineboats
• Ensure customers understand boating safety and assist customers with docking and piloting of boats
• Fleet work, including preparing barges for delivery to local customers
• Make minor repairs using tools such as hammers, fire axes and ratchets, hand winches, stripping pumps, needle guns and grinders
• Follow the established operating practices and techniques associated with waterway missions and floating plant maintenance

Experience For Parasail Deckhand Resume

• Handle and fasten hawsers and mooring ropes to pier and other craft coming alongside plant, etc
• Direct drift debris into nets for lifting and stacking on drift barges
• Prepare the interior and exterior surfaces of vessel for cleaning and painting. Oil and clean deck machinery
• Inland Deckhands are responsible for supporting the vessel master in the safe and efficient operation of Kirby’s boats and barges
• Perform other tasks concerned with the general maintenance of ship's gear and rigging
• Assist the captain with required vessel reports in compliance with environmental, safety and USCG regulations and report any problems or damage
• Report all injuries, illnesses, and near misses in a timely manner

Experience For Deckhand, Inland Resume

• Follow direction and execute tasks under the supervision of captain or mate
• Promote the ADM Way and core Values
• Work extended hours, evenings, weekends and Holidays
• Kirby employees are responsible for the adherence to safety rules, and safety instructions from Managers and Supervisors as a requirement for employment with Kirby
• Attach and remove line and cables to and from the vessel, barges, docks and locks
• Handle lines 4 to 8 times during loading and discharging in order to adjust for the changing height of the barge, relative to the height of other barges, the dock and the vessel
• Cleans and maintains docks and public areas to ensure safety and satisfaction of guests and marina staff

Experience For Lead Deckhand Resume

• Fuels, cleans, and maintains boats
• Or less - Business travel to other duty locations approximately 50 percent of the time
• Or less - Temporary Duty Travel (TDY) is about 50% of the time
• Or less - Travel up to 50% wherever the Dredge Jadwin is located
• Load and unload supplies, equipment, etc
• Use pike poles to tend drift collection nets and drift barges

Experience For Lead Ferry Deckhand Resume

• Set and deploy buoys, ranges, etc
• Assists tradesmen and higher-grade crewmembers in the repair and overhaul of the boat by dismantling and assembling equipment and making adjustments to the equipment
• Responsible for the safety of the towing vessel
• Responsible of informing the wheelman on watch all known conditions of the vessel
• Reports any and all hazardous or unsafe conditions and making corrections when able
• Participates in all safety, firefighting, and spill meetings and drills
• Knows the purpose of and using PPE when needed

Experience For Dredge Deckhand Van Buren Resume

• Assists the Tankerman PIC with cargo loads and discharges
• Stands lookout or rides the head of the tow as lookout when needed
• Remains up-to-date with all relevant licenses
• Able to communicate and work with supervisors and other crewmembers
• Able to live in close quarters with other crew members
• Works with and serves as leader of 3 to 4 deckhands and / or deckhand trainees XF-6 and under
• Performs various marine and shipboard tasks such as, but not limited to the following: Attaching hooks, slinging, and rigging; tying lines fast to wrecks, nets, pilings, buoys, etc

Experience For Marina Deckhand Resume

• Leads team in using pike poles in tending drift collection nets or drift barges, and directing drift and debris into nets, or lifting and stacking same on drift barges, and/or setting and dropping buoys, ranges, etc
• Assists with coring operations and retrieving bottom samples; hosing down decks; dropping and operating drag sweep bars over shoals and lumps on river bottom; driving pilings and range poles and dismantling wrecks
• Fastens mooring ropes, lines, and hawsers. Cares for and splices lines
• Prepares surface of boats or ships to be painted by chipping, scaling, scraping or sanding. Paints hull, deck, house and equipment; and other tasks concerned with the general maintenance of boats, marine gear and equipment
• Assures deckhands wear proper safety equipment to accomplish job. Assigns work and instructs workers based on job requirements indicated by supervisor
• Checks work in progress and upon completion for conformance with instructions and safety requirements; corrects deficiencies or brings problems to attention of supervisor

Experience For Inland Deckhand Resume

• Assures compliance with safety, fire, equipment maintenance and housekeeping rules and regulations. insures that safety rules are followed and safety equipment is properly maintained. Maintains and enforces discipline!
• Assist with Planned Maintenance onboard. Carry out ship’s husbandry and Health & Safety checks onboard the vessel, rectifying and/or reporting faults as required
• Physical Effort: Clean, wash, scrub, and chip rust in connection with daily housekeeping and preparatory to painting
• To undertake mandatory training as required both for company requirements and for individual continued professional development
• To take ownership of his vessel and take an active role in all safety aspects
• PHYSICAL EFFORT: Incumbent performs work from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms and where the parts, equipment, or systems are in hard-to-reach places. Work requires the incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in a tiring and uncomfortable position. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds
• Working Conditions: Accomplishment of assignments requires working inside and outside in all types of inclement and extreme weather conditions; danger of falling overboard and drowning; danger of slips, trips and falls; danger of overhead injuries, foot injuries, hand injuries, eye injuries, punctures, fume inhalation, oxygen deficient environments, electrocution and exposure to noisy areas

List of Typical Skills For a Deckhand Resume

Skills for permanent deckhand resume.

• Handle and fasten hawsers and mooring ropes to piers; handling lines to secure other craft coming alongside the dredge
• Knowledge of Rigging and Roping Techniques
• Performs handling and fastening lines to moor plant and to make tow
• Assist in docking and undocking to support water craft movements
• Clean, wash, scrub, and chip rust in connection with daily housekeeping and preparatory to painting
• Minute escape pack, rubber gloves and boots. Ability to use firefighting / spill containment equipment

Skills For Parasail Deckhand Resume

• This is a Designated Mandatory Drug Testing position
• Secure floating plant with manila and synthetic lines, cables, wire straps, rachets, etc
• Perform general housekeeping work in quarters on plant and assist in load stores and supplies
• Or less - Business travel is required 50% or less due to the Dredging schedule
• Perform work involved in the maintenance and repair of the deck equipment and general housekeeping on a dredge
• Monitor ropes and repair or renew to include splicing the rope to maintain safe operations
• Interpret Instruction, Specifications, etc
• Physical Effort: Work requires sustained physical effort when washing, scrubbing, cleaning and painting surfaces and while handling lines, making and breaking tows. The incumbent walks, climbs, and stands for prolonged periods of time. The worker frequently lifts and carries moderately heavy objects, such as, tools, material and supplies
• Understand written and verbal orders

Skills For Deckhand, Inland Resume

• This is a Career Program (CP) 24 position
• Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation
• Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)
• Postal Service/Peace Corps and Other Unique Authorities
• Noncompetitive promotion potential to target grade
• The Deckhand WK-5788-06 position has non competitive promotion potential to a Marine Machinery Repairer WK-5334-08 and Marine Machinery Mechanic WK-5334-10
• This is a Career Program (CP) 29 position
• Current Civilian Employees of the Organization
• Physical Efforts: Moderately heavy physical effort is required in lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds and in working in stretched and cramped positions

Skills For Lead Deckhand Resume

• Extensive travel required during dredge season
• Temporary Duty Travel (TDY) is about 5% of the time
• Duty location Dredge Goetz wherever it is located
• Or less - Annual travel approximately 50%
• Travel to other duty stations 50% or more of the time is required

Skills For Lead Ferry Deckhand Resume

• Business Travel Required 50% of the Time
• Business Travel is Required 50% of the Time
• Have the ability to properly work with barge ropes to secure barges
• Loading stores and supplies to and from plant; cleaning, washing, scrubbing, and chipping rust in connection with daily housekeeping and preparatory to painting; paints deck, superstructure and machinery works as helper in repair of machinery and equipment
• Heaves lead line; operates capstans, winches and similar deck equipment; greases and services deck equipment; under mate or head deck-hand
• Participate in training with the deck crew on emergency procedures, safety, seamanship and other training
• Helps out in other areas of the marina when not operating the parasail boat
• Splices cables and lines. Rows lifeboats

Skills For Dredge Deckhand Van Buren Resume

• The Deckhand is directly responsible and accountable to the Captain, and/or Operations Manager
• Report all personal injuries or illnesses to the Captain or Mate on watch
• Report all accidents resulting in actual or possible damage, including “near misses,” to any SBT tug, other vessels or fixed objects, such as bridges, docks, buoys, and spills or pollution to the Captain or Mate on watch
• Perform line lash-up between water craft and tug to ensure lines are properly secured
• Follow radio instruction to ensure safe vessel operations

Skills For Marina Deckhand Resume

• Maintain cleanliness in work area to ensure a safe work environment
• The Deckhand is directly responsible and accountable to the Captain, Mate and/or Engineer
• Navigates scows to dumping ground to release load, starting and stopping gas engine to operate dump scow doors. Rows auxiliary work boat or operates outboard motor as required to transport personnel and supplies to work site, and to place and pick up buoys
• Cleans and lubricates deck machinery, working as helper to higher grade crew members in repair and overhaul of plant by dismantling and assembling equipment as directed. Repairs hand rails, walkways and other areas of vessel as assigned using tools such as wrenches, hammers, and saws
• Perform housekeeping and maintenance tasks such as washing down decks, chip-ping paint and rust from bulkheads, timber heads, cavels, deck equipment, and painting
• Serves as a deckhand of floating plant to include derrick boat, crane barge, patrol vessels, and survey vessels
• Or less - Extensive travel is required
• Removes hazards material such as trees, vehicles, floating debris on waterfront construction and renewing structures, hydrographic surveys, environmental and engineering mission to include water, sediment sampling, and harbor briefs and inspections
• Serves as a laborer during waterfront construction activities constructing new or renewing piers, docks, dolphins, bulkheads, and other structures

Skills For Inland Deckhand Resume

• Report any matter to supervisor requiring coordination with other personnel
• Assign tasks to workers as appropriate
• Observe work in progress and assure tasks are properly completed
• Adhere to safety and care of equipment regulations
• Assist higher graded crew members in the repair and overhaul of the plant
• Passes on to other workers instructions received from the supervisor
• Handle heavy cables, equipment and machinery
• Observe common marine practices
• Accomplish light rigging such as determing the weight to be lifted and tying it to the crane hook to be lifted safely aboard a sea going vessel such as a Hopper Dredge

Skills For Fleet Deckhand Resume

• This is a 24 hour a day job, that call-outs during the middle of the night for repairs or fog related look-out watches are a possibility
• Wash the deck, chip away paint and rust, putty holes and crevices, apply primer and finish coats
• Act as a Deckhand on a small workboat under the supervision of the Boat Operator
• Perform work represented by (usually a combination of) handling and fastening lines to moor plant and to make tow; loading stores and supplies to and from plant
• Cleaning, washing, scrubbing, and chipping rust in connection with daily housekeeping and preparatory to painting; paints deck, superstructure and machinery works as helper in repair of machinery and equipment; heaves lead line
• Operate capstans, winches and similar deck equipment; greases and services deck equipment
• Hold a valid TWIC
• Greasing moving deck equipment such as capstans, tow winch, or electric cranes to ensure working condition
• Operating capstans, small electric cranes, and/or winches

Skills For Deckhand, Sports & Leisure Resume

• Operating outboard motor boat to secure buoys
• Working under guidelines as required by the Master
• Maintain vessel by performing scheduled maintenance and housekeeping such as sweeping, washing the vessel, chipping rusted metal, priming and painting
• Tow work, including building rigging, and building tow
• Attach hooks, slinging, rigging and tying lines to wrecks, nets, pilings, buoys, etc
• Trains new employees and suggests better ways of doing the job by setting the example. Insures that deckhands are productively working on assignments

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A Deckhand works mainly in the maritime fields and fulfills various tasks such as – preparing cabins for patrons, handling ship equipment, maintaining and cleaning machinery, painting and repairing ship areas and communicating information to crew members and maritime authorities. The job description and duties that are typically listed on the Deckhand Resume include – assisting in preparing barges for loading or discharging of products at ports; building and breaking tow using lines, winches and ratchets; greasing and maintaining machinery; and helping with other duties such as transferring rigging, cooking, assisting in making bridges and standard housekeeping and watching keeping duties .

Career advancements are bright for this position, hence the following skills will pave to be a ladder to success – the ability to lift and move heavy objects, attention to details, physical fitness, good hand-eye coordination, knowledge of maritime safety and valid driver’s license. Most of the job applicants display in their resumes training from accredited institutions.

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Deckhand Resume

Objective : A dedicated veteran of the U.S. Navy with some past experience as a Deckhand on board the USS Ronald Reagan. Fast learner and dedicated to completing a job safely and thoroughly. Always willing to learn more.

Skills : Forklift Operator.

Description :

• Sweep and washes decks using broom, brushes, and mops.
• Loads or/and unloads material from dredges.
• Paint decks on USCG Hamilton using brushes.
• Lubricates machinery and equipment before cutting metal and steel.
• Tours decks during watch to caution passengers engaged in unsafe practices and ensure departure of passengers at end of voyage.
• Supervise welders while conducting hot-burning to prevent fires.
• Conduct installation repair on USCG Hamilton.

Deckhand/Chef Resume

Objective : Looking for a job with a fast pace company with opportunities to advance. ABILITIES I am hard working highly motivated team player with a great sense of humor, fast learner and have a good attitude at work. I am on time and get alone with everybody.

Skills : IM a good Leader owened my own christmas tree lots for 4 years. Im very motivated i pick up the slack of others and very reliable person , very positive person and have really good communication skills.

• Keeps company vessels neat and clean by mopping, scrubbing, and painting.
• Stand for prolonged periods of time, often while using tools.
• Carries and operates pumps to remove drainage water from barge compartments.
• Uses ratchets, winches, and other tools to couple barges together for safe navigation.
• Lift and carry heavy equipment (75lbs+), up and down stairs, 200+Ft.
• Work as a team in a safe and orderly fashion.
• Navigate pilot safely into lock and dam facilities.

Deckhand/Captain Resume

Objective : Any kind of work im very easy going and can adapt to change of work and willing to learn i wanna learn and im very opened minded i never been fired from a job , im never late,responsible, dependable. Warehouse work late night shifts my hours are so flew able. I been a deckhand at the port of la for along time, good cumminication and very good customer service. Any work interests me.

Skills : Special skills and supervisory skills that I have accomplished.

• Inspect vessels to ensure efficient and safe operation of vessels and equipment and conformance to regulations.
• Follow safety procedures in order to ensure the protection of passengers, cargo, and vessels.
• Secure boats to docks with mooring lines, and cast off lines to enable departure.
• Arrange repairs, fuel, and supplies for vessels.
• Organize and direct the activities of crew members and pilots.
• Clean boats and repair hulls and superstructures, using hand tools, paint, and brushes.
• Service motors by performing tasks such as changing oil and lubricating parts.

Lead Deckhand Resume

Headline : I am a quick learning young man who is eager to work and support his family. I possess all around basic knowledge of tools and equipment use such as basic maintenance, operating a backhoe, running a bulldozer, monitoring boilers, and lawn equipment. I am certified in fire and water safety. I have been loyal and dedicated for over eight years to my current employer and haven't had and kind of infractions.

Skills : Forklift, Computer Skills, Power Tools, Management Skills, Team Leadership.

• Handled lines to moor vessels to wharfs, to tie up vessels to other vessels, or to rig towing lines.
• Arrange for ships to be stocked, fueled, or repaired.
• Inspected equipment, such as cargo-handling gear, lifesaving equipment, visual-signaling equipment, and fishing, towing, or dredging gear to detect problems.
• Participate in activities related to maintenance of vessel security.
• Observe loading or unloading of cargo or equipment to ensure that handling and storage are performed according to specifications.
• Stand watches on vessels during specified periods while vessels are under way.
• Break out, rig, and stow cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, or running gear.

Deckhand/Maintenance Resume

Objective : Have experince working tongues...Roughneck.. Litlle Derrick experince.Willing to excell in that if necessary. Also have done MWD Logging..Have worked on Boats as a Deckhand.

Skills : Bilingual. Fluently speak read and write spanish. Computer savvy. Good customer assistance. Good sales rep.

• Build and check tow by utilizing various tools/equipment to include but not limited to wrenches, ratchets, shackles, chain straps and wires/cables.
• Move and stack sets of rigging throughout the vessel and barges.
• Complete transfer of liquid cargo to/from the vessel through application/removal of hoses via fittings/seals and opening/closing of valves.
• Move pumps and hoses about the barges and place hoses in wing tank/void for removal of water.
• Complete processes to allow the vessel to take on fuel.
• Complete skiff operations to allow the crew to go ashore and come aboard the vessel.
• Assist with the stocking and delivery of various supplies aboard the vessel to/from the front hole.
• Complete periodic maintenance duties in the engine room.

Deckhand/Unlicensed Engineer Resume

Headline : Seeking a full-time position in either the hospitality or administrative industry, specializing in mixing beverages or secretarial work. I have broad experience in customer service, suggestive sales, as well as mixing drinks and serving to patrons. I possess a bubbly and outgoing personality, with a eagerness to learn new skills in order to achieve full-time employment.

Skills : carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, MIG welding, deckhand.

• Steer vessels and operate navigational instruments.
• Put fishing equipment into the water and anchor or tow equipment, according to the fishing method used.
• Maintain engines, fishing gear, and other on-board equipment; and perform minor repairs.
• Sort, pack, and store catch in holds with salt and ice.
• Remove catches from fishing equipment and measure them to ensure compliance with legal size.
• Pull and guide nets, traps, and lines onto vessels, by hand or using hoisting equipment.
• Signal other workers to move, hoist, and position loads.
• Attach nets, slings, hooks, blades, and/or lifting devices to cables, booms, hoists, and/or dredges.

Deckhand II Resume

Objective : Searching for a new job that allows me to stay busy and work hard. I'm not afraid of hard work, thanks to the military. I'm able to work as part of a team or independently, as needed, and can take direction well. I have several different strengths and can do just about anything that includes physical labor or requires physical strain.

Skills : Microsoft Office, POS.

• Assist with the stocking and delivery of various supplies from on the vessel to and from the front hole.
• Put out sounders at the head of the barge (river division).
• Complete processes to allow the vessel to take on fuel (inland division).
• Complete daily and periodic cleaning tasks to include but not limited to trash removal, mopping, scraping, sanding and painting.

Objective : Hard worker with deckhand experience, construction courses while in high school, great laborer. Willing to learn what ever it takes to get the job done right. I have a twic card and mmc, my own truck and an open schedule.

Skills : Deckhand Skills, Aircraft maintenance skills.

• Performed any combination of following duties aboard The Queen of the West.
• Handled lines to moor vessel to wharves, tie up vessel to another vessel.
• Helping with the launch and docking of the boat.
• Swept and washed decks, using broom, brushes, mops, and fire hose.
• Stood steering watches or lookout watches while underway.
• Made rounds to ensure passenger safety and checked to make sure all ship systems are running properly.
• In charge of new deckhand training and orientation.
• Assisting customers with their bags and luggage and courteously greeting customers and providing them with high quality service.

Sr. Deckhand Resume

Objective : My objective is to find a career in an environment where I can meet new people and have a great impact on the business. I have a passion for technology, plus I absolutely do not mind customer service and hardworking labor. I'm all for what has to happen to get the job done. I strive to do better than expected in the most professional way.

Skills : I have chauffer license, water survial, rigging, first aid, fire watch cards, have expererience driving tractor backhoe frontend loader forklift overhead cranes hydro cranes and some welding , fitting , carpenter and mechanic experience also.

• Performs any combination of following duties aboard tow boats: Handles lines to moor vessel to wharves, tie up vessel to another vessel, or rig towing lines.
• Sweeps and washes decks, using broom, brushes, mops, and firehose.
• Lowers and handles skiff in case of emergencies.
• Stands steering watches or lookout watches while underway.
• Paints decks, and superstructure of vessel, using various brushes.
• Splices and repairs cables and lines using handtools.
• Examines facewires/cables that holds vessels and tow.

Deckhand III Resume

Objective : To obtain an entry-level position in your company that allows room for growth and development and be able to utilize my education and skills to lead to a career.

Skills : Microsoft Office, Project Management, Teamwork, Treatment Team Reports, Flexibility, CPR Certified, Customer Service.

• Greet and board passengers in a courteous and friendly manner, while ensuring that that passengers board and disembark safely.
• Inform passengers and employees of safety procedures.
• Perform constant deck patrol for passenger safety and fire watch.
• Report any passenger situations, including unruly passengers, to security personnel.
• Maintain cleanliness of vessel decks inside and out.
• Sweep, mop, wash and scrub decks, bulkheads and overheads.
• Pick up trash and dispose of trash per procedures.

Deckhand I Resume

Summary : Really love to cook and clean that's why I prefer a,cooking position that's,what best fit me but work is,work so anything that's,giving to me ill take,I'm a,very fast learner hard working reliable dependable worker.

Skills : Ship Steering, Navigation, Rope Work, Watchman.

• Perform mooring duties on stern and bow, including making lines fast, heaving and flaking.
• Stand watch on gangway, stern and bow for two to four hours daily.
• Adjust all lines and gangway in accordance with the tide.
• Perform routine rounds of engine room and pump rooms.
• Carry all passenger luggage, stow food orders, and unload garbage.
• Perform helmsman duties including maintaining and following courses.
• Operate anchor windlass, report on tensions.

Objective : Dependable and dedicated individual with an extraordinary combination of passion, experience, and attention to detail. Hardworking and trustworthy; pride myself on getting the job at hand completed in the allotted timeframe. Successful leader; equally effective as a team member. Highly organized, able to multi-task and accomplish multiple objectives. As I continue to work towards my career goals in construction plant/fields I am seeking employment in a more suitable area.

Skills : Deckhand training: Throwing lines, building & breaking tow, locking, docking & fleeting barges.

• Performs any combination of following duties aboard watercraft, such as dredges, ferryboats, scows, and river boats: Handles lines to moor vessel to wharves, tie up vessel to another vessel, or rig towing lines.
• Sweeps and washes decks, using broom, brushes, mops, and fire hose.
• Lowers and mans lifeboat in case of emergencies.
• Moves controls or turns hand wheels to raise or lower passenger or vehicle landing ramps, or kelp-cutter mechanism.
• Inserts blocks under wheels of vehicles to prevent them from moving on ferry boats.
• Loads or unloads material from barges, scows, and dredges.
• Paint lifeboats, decks, and superstructure of vessel, using brush.

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How To Get a Job as a Deckhand | Superyacht Crew

So what is being a deckhand all about.

We have broken down the steps to help you find your first deck job in the super yacht industry.

Being comfortable on the water will definitely be an advantage, but it is not a prerequisite. Experience driving tenders or small watercrafts would be a transferable skill that will definitely stand you in good stead and should be listed clearly on your yachting CV.

It would be advisable to look for a junior deckhand position as your first yacht job. Form there you can process to Lead Deckhand or Bosun and eventually onto Mate or Chief Officer.

Check out our list of skills that will help you stand out when applying for your first job as a deckhand

Experience driving tenders or small water crafts

Some common rope knots

Able to swim

Water sports experience like kiteboarding, wake boarding, jets- it’s a bonus if you are an instructor

Scuba diving – a rescue diver or dive master is a huge bonus

Basic hospitality- being comfortable engaging with guests and crew onboard

Additional skills include: any trade like plumbing, carpentry, electrician, woodwork, IT etc. Living on the water means there is always maintenance to be done

Creating a Deckhand Yacht CV

It is important in the yachting industry that you tailor your CV for the specific position you are looking for. Be sure to include any additional water sports or trade skills as this will help you star out from the crowd. Any relevant yachting experience should be included in a section clearly defined, and separate from any land based experience.

Visit our Agency detailed explanation on how to prepare your cv. You can also check out our FREE CV template.

Finding Daywork as a Deckhand

What is daywork you ask? Think of it as one-day yachting internships to gain real world experience on yachts while getting paid a great day rate.

Be open to any kind of yacht daywork, as long as it gets your foot in the door with what you want to do. Learn how to do basic deck chores like exterior detailing, stainless polishing, bilge painting, and teak maintenance like a pro.

If you want to take a look at our Deckhand courses , that page should tell you all you need to know.

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1. what are the basic requirements you need to be eligible to work in the yachting industry, 2. what is the stcw and why do i need it, 3. what is the eng1 medical certificate, 4. what land based experience will help me find a super yacht job, 5. what are the different departments onboard, 6. what crew training is required for me to work as a junior deckhand.

• Yachtmaster/Coastal Skipper Theory
• Yachtmaster/Coastal Practical
• Specialist Super Yacht Training Course (Deck Hand Training Course)
• RYA Power Boat Level II
• RYA Personal Watercraft Course
• RYA Competent Crew Certificate
• RYA Day Skipper Theory and Practical Certificates
• VHF Radio Operator’s License

7. What crew training is required for me to work as a junior stewardess?

• Stewardess Course
• Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
• MCA Food Safety Level 2
• RYA Powerboat Level 2

8. How do I book my training courses?

9. how do i get my first job on a yacht, 10. are these courses worth it, or am i just wasting my money, 11. will i get hired for my first job from south africa, 12. what is daywork, 13. what are the best locations to get a yacht job, 14. how much can a motor yacht stewardess or deckhand earn, 15. what are the negatives of working on a yacht, 16. what are the positives of working on a yacht, 17. is working on a super yacht for everyone, 18. what is the minimum age to work on a yacht, 19. is accommodation provided when i am completing my yacht training in cape town.

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