See How Many Clients You're Missing Each Month

Simply enter your business email & Topline AI Agent will show you.

Bio

Generated by
Topline AI
Jonathan Porritt is a seasoned maritime professional with extensive experience in yachting and shipping. He holds various certifications, including MCA Chief Mate, ISM and DPA, and has worked with prominent companies such as Y.CO and Motor Yacht Spirit. With a strong educational background in maritime studies and a keen interest in economics and accountancy, Jonathan brings a unique blend of skills and knowledge to the table.

Credentials

  • MCA Chief Mate <3000GRT
    Maritime and Coastguard Agency
    Nov, 2021
    - Apr, 2026
  • Cyber Security Awareness
    Lloyd's Register
    Mar, 2021
    - Apr, 2026
  • ISM and DPA
    Lloyd's Register
    Feb, 2021
    - Apr, 2026
  • Drafting Confidentiality Agreements and Non Disclosure Agreements
    Udemy
    Jul, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • Company Security Officer
    Lloyd's Register
    May, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • ISM Internal Auditor
    Lloyd's Register
    May, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • Classification and Statutory Surveys for Yachts
    Lloyd's Register
    Apr, 2017
    - Apr, 2026
  • Introduction to the ISM Code
    Maritime Training Academy
    Oct, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
    Maritime and Coastguard Agency
    Jun, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Certificate Superyacht New Build
    Maritime Training Academy
    Mar, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Personal Watercraft Instructor
    Maritime and Coastguard Agency
    Mar, 2011
    - Apr, 2026
  • Proficiency in Medical First Aid
    Bluewater Yachting
    Feb, 2007
    - Apr, 2026
  • Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting
    Fire Aid
    Mar, 2021
    - Apr, 2026
  • Certificate of Competency - Chief Mate <3000GRT
    Maritime and Coastguard Agency
    Mar, 2007
    - Apr, 2026
  • Maritime Emergency Preparation and Response
    Maritime Training Academy
    Dec, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • GMDSS General
    Maritime Coastguard Agency United Kingdom
    Dec, 2004
    - Apr, 2026
  • Officer of the Watch <3000gt - Certificate of Competency
    Maritime Coastguard Agency United Kingdom
    Sep, 2007
    - Apr, 2026

Experience

    • Monaco
    • Leisure, Travel & Tourism
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Maritime Compliance
      • Nov 2019 - Present

      Established in 2004, Y.CO was built on a foundation of specialist knowledge, first-hand onboard experience and a passion for yachts and exploring the ocean. Bringing a new dynamic, modern approach to yachting, Y.CO specialises in sales, purchase, charter, management, new construction and refit and is recognised as one of the leading yacht companies in the industry, supporting over 100 large yacht operations worldwide. The company’s headquarters are in Monaco with offices in London and Fort Lauderdale

    • Yacht Operations
      • Feb 2016 - Nov 2019

    • Officer of the Watch
      • Nov 2022 - Dec 2022

      OOW delivery crew

    • Officer of the Watch
      • Nov 2015 - Dec 2015
      • Atlantic

      Employed in the role as a navigational officer whilst undertaking an Atlantic crossing.

    • First Officer
      • Apr 2014 - Sep 2015
      • La Ciotat

      • Routinely assisted captain in performing his many tasks.• Methodically maintained the yachts International Safety Management System and without recourse.• Responsible for the running and maintaining of an Intrepid 35 twin Verado 300hp• Worked closely with the project manager during extensive yard periods where a determination of scope was required for the various refit projects.

    • Captain
      • Jun 2013 - Apr 2014
      • London

      • A position based in London where frequent passages on the Thames created a challenging navigational role encompassing a high degree of calculations due to the extreme tidal streams and numerous overhead clearances.• Undertook the necessary accountancy and managerial tasks, and developed a close relationship with Edmiston Yacht Management.• Successfully provided a high level of client service as well as coping with the seafaring requirements of the yacht singlehandedly.

  • Motor Yacht Ancora
    • Western Mediterranean
    • First Officer
      • May 2010 - Jun 2013
      • Western Mediterranean

      • Developed a close working relationship with the captain, assisting him in performing his duties. I continued to work with this captain on Element due to a complete understanding of each other, and of trust and respect.• Conducted various winter refits of varying degrees, closely monitoring contractors and the quality of the works undertaken.• Developed further and meticulously maintained the yachts International Safety Management System, and routinely posted reports to the management company, including non-conformities.

  • Motor Yacht Waterlily
    • Western Mediterranean
    • First Officer
      • Sep 2009 - Jan 2010
      • Western Mediterranean

      Waterlily is a 45m dutch build. Typical duties included the maintenance and logging of the ISM safety management system and bridge monitoring.

  • Motor Yacht Nero
    • Western Mediterranean
    • Third Officer
      • Jul 2009 - Aug 2009
      • Western Mediterranean

      Chinese build 95m. Directed deck operations during a temporary assignment. Completed two charters and an owners trip.

  • Motor Yacht Alfa Nero
    • Greece and France
    • Second Officer
      • Mar 2009 - May 2009
      • Greece and France

      During this temporary position task undertaken encompassed navigational watches, ISM maintenance and supervising the 8 strong deck crew. Oceanco 90m.

  • Motor Yacht My Little Violet
    • Western and Central Mediterranean
    • First Officer
      • Nov 2007 - Jan 2009
      • Western and Central Mediterranean

      Abeking and Rasmussen build, 47m.

  • Motor Yacht Blind Date
    • Western Mediterranean
    • First Mate
      • Apr 2007 - Sep 2007
      • Western Mediterranean

      Chief responsibility was to ensure cleanliness of the exterior side of the vessel, and ensuring all deck operations and equipment was run efficiently and in safe manner. Duties undertaken also entailed tender driving - ferrying guests ashore, wake-boarding, water-skiing - assisting in diving operations and partaking in sole navigational watches during passages.

    • Deckhand
      • Dec 2002 - Feb 2005
      • Mediterranean

      This role entailed the supervision of 2 young teenagers in most varieties of water sports including the use of a waverunner. Duties also involved cleanliness of the exterior, mooring and un-mooring operations, tender driving, navigational lookout role during passages. 50m Benetti.

  • Bank of New Zealand
    • Auckland, New Zealand
    • Customer service representative, Operations.
      • Jul 1990 - Jun 1996
      • Auckland, New Zealand

      • An introduction to a high level of customer service.• A vitally important stage of my career where the value of economics and accountancy was instilled. • The monitoring and balancing of various internal and client bank accounts

Education

  • 2015 - 2015
    Maritime Training Academy
    Introduction to the ISM Code
  • 2014 - 2015
    Maritime Training Academy
    Certificate in Superyacht New Builds, Maritime Studies
  • 2011 - 2013
    ICS
    A Level History, A Level
  • 1985 - 1991
    Takapuna Grammar School
    English, P.E., Physics,

Suggested Services

This profile is unclaimed. These are suggested service rates with 0% commision upon successful connection

Industry Focus. “Leisure, Travel & Tourism”

Looking to Create a Custom Project?

Need a custom project? We'll create a solution designed specifically for your project.

Get Started

References

Community

You need to have a working account to view this content. Click here to join now

Similar Profiles