Bio
Credentials
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MCA Chief Mate <3000GRT
Maritime and Coastguard AgencyNov, 2021- Apr, 2026 -
Cyber Security Awareness
Lloyd's RegisterMar, 2021- Apr, 2026 -
ISM and DPA
Lloyd's RegisterFeb, 2021- Apr, 2026 -
Drafting Confidentiality Agreements and Non Disclosure Agreements
UdemyJul, 2018- Apr, 2026 -
Company Security Officer
Lloyd's RegisterMay, 2018- Apr, 2026 -
ISM Internal Auditor
Lloyd's RegisterMay, 2018- Apr, 2026 -
Classification and Statutory Surveys for Yachts
Lloyd's RegisterApr, 2017- Apr, 2026 -
Introduction to the ISM Code
Maritime Training AcademyOct, 2015- Apr, 2026 -
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
Maritime and Coastguard AgencyJun, 2015- Apr, 2026 -
Certificate Superyacht New Build
Maritime Training AcademyMar, 2015- Apr, 2026 -
Personal Watercraft Instructor
Maritime and Coastguard AgencyMar, 2011- Apr, 2026 -
Proficiency in Medical First Aid
Bluewater YachtingFeb, 2007- Apr, 2026 -
Updated Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting
Fire AidMar, 2021- Apr, 2026 -
Certificate of Competency - Chief Mate <3000GRT
Maritime and Coastguard AgencyMar, 2007- Apr, 2026 -
Maritime Emergency Preparation and Response
Maritime Training AcademyDec, 2015- Apr, 2026 -
GMDSS General
Maritime Coastguard Agency United KingdomDec, 2004- Apr, 2026 -
Officer of the Watch <3000gt - Certificate of Competency
Maritime Coastguard Agency United KingdomSep, 2007- Apr, 2026
Experience
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Monaco
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Leisure, Travel & Tourism
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200 - 300 Employee
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Maritime Compliance
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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
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Yacht Operations
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Feb 2016 - Nov 2019
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Officer of the Watch
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Nov 2022 - Dec 2022
OOW delivery crew
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Motor Yacht Spirit
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Atlantic
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Officer of the Watch
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Nov 2015 - Dec 2015
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Atlantic
Employed in the role as a navigational officer whilst undertaking an Atlantic crossing.
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Motor Yacht Element
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La Ciotat
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First Officer
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Apr 2014 - Sep 2015
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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.
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Motor Yacht Victoria
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London
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Captain
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Jun 2013 - Apr 2014
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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.
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Motor Yacht Ancora
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Western Mediterranean
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First Officer
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May 2010 - Jun 2013
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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.
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Motor Yacht Waterlily
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Western Mediterranean
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First Officer
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Sep 2009 - Jan 2010
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Western Mediterranean
Waterlily is a 45m dutch build. Typical duties included the maintenance and logging of the ISM safety management system and bridge monitoring.
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Motor Yacht Nero
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Western Mediterranean
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Third Officer
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Jul 2009 - Aug 2009
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Western Mediterranean
Chinese build 95m. Directed deck operations during a temporary assignment. Completed two charters and an owners trip.
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Motor Yacht Alfa Nero
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Greece and France
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Second Officer
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Mar 2009 - May 2009
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Greece and France
During this temporary position task undertaken encompassed navigational watches, ISM maintenance and supervising the 8 strong deck crew. Oceanco 90m.
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Motor Yacht My Little Violet
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Western and Central Mediterranean
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First Officer
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Nov 2007 - Jan 2009
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Western and Central Mediterranean
Abeking and Rasmussen build, 47m.
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Motor Yacht Blind Date
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Western Mediterranean
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First Mate
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Apr 2007 - Sep 2007
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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.
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Motor Yacht Lionheart
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Mediterranean
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Deckhand
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Dec 2002 - Feb 2005
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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.
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Bank of New Zealand
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Auckland, New Zealand
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Customer service representative, Operations.
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Jul 1990 - Jun 1996
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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
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Education
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2015 - 2015Maritime Training Academy
Introduction to the ISM Code -
2014 - 2015Maritime Training Academy
Certificate in Superyacht New Builds, Maritime Studies -
2011 - 2013ICS
A Level History, A Level -
1985 - 1991Takapuna Grammar School
English, P.E., Physics,
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