Marine Project Manager

• May 2021 - Present

Project management for Superyacht tender refits, houseboat conversions, yacht renovations, general marine repair. Project management for Superyacht tender refits, houseboat conversions, yacht renovations, general marine repair.

Global Yacht Sales

• Jan 2020 - May 2021

Global Yacht Sales to the Superyacht Industry and Beachfront Properties. Global Yacht Sales to the Superyacht Industry and Beachfront Properties.

Business Owner

• Nov 2017 - May 2021

Operations and Project Manager

• Dec 2013 - Sep 2017

Consultant to Wahoo Ribs on expansion within the Superyacht market, with specific focus on business efficiency.- Product improvement across full product range, including assessment of all safety equipment and electronic hardware.- Utilise Safety Management System experience to identify, develop, and implement Quality Assurance processes within Wahoo to streamline and meet ISO:9001 standards.- Generate progress reports for company directors including financial position of Wahoo Charters, a subsidiary of Wahoo Ribs core business. - Project management and coordination of full build process in the absence of Technical Director.- Lead the Lloyds Register Type-Approval process for the certification and build of SOLAS Rescue Boats.- Prepare and issue all sales and certification documentation from quotations through to customs legalities and handover certificates.- Liaise and remotely coordinate international sea trials and vessel maintenance.- Using 9 years extensive industry knowledge, identify core media and marketing platforms for ongoing growth of the Wahoo Ribs business. Coordination of show presentations and attendance at major yacht shows and key functions such as Monaco, Athens and Antibes Yacht Shows, Yachting Pages and The Crew/Yacht Report media.

Chief Officer

• Sep 2013 - Dec 2013

61m LurssenTemporary position. Full vessel operation for and on behalf of the Captain. ISM and ISPS lead.Deck crew development and tuition for OOW and career progression.Passage and long term operational planning. 61m LurssenTemporary position. Full vessel operation for and on behalf of the Captain. ISM and ISPS lead.Deck crew development and tuition for OOW and career progression.Passage and long term operational planning.

Delivery Chief Officer

• Oct 2012 - Nov 2012

65m BenettiDelivery Watchkeeper from Italy to Seychelles. Employed to provide support to the Captain for transit of Suez Canal, Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. Daily NATO position reporting, 24hr Pirate watch and armed escort on board. 65m BenettiDelivery Watchkeeper from Italy to Seychelles. Employed to provide support to the Captain for transit of Suez Canal, Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. Daily NATO position reporting, 24hr Pirate watch and armed escort on board.

Captain (previously Chief Officer)

• Nov 2007 - Oct 2012

45m Royal Van Lent FeadshipOverall operational responsibility for US$35 million yacht, the management of 10 permanent crewmembers and provision of exemplary service to the owner and paying charter clients.Key Achievements:- Lead, developed and motivated crewmembers to build and maintain a dedicated, cohesive team. This provided a successful working environment reflected in the crew’s ability to provide exemplary service to high profile clients.- Successfully managed bi-annual maintenance and service projects to ensure continued operation at the high levels expected on a luxury yacht. This resulted in 5 years of continuous upgraded service for the yacht’s owner, numerous returning charter clients and repeat invitations to high profile events including Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Grand Prix.- Managed US$5m budget to achieve the effective operation of the yacht for improvements, maintenance, personnel and daily operation.- Maintained legal and regulatory compliance along with an unblemished safety and security record for annual survey by Cayman Islands Shipping Registry.- Achieved demanding logistical and operational objectives within required time constraints. This resulted in the successful achievement of target-based annual bonuses for the crew.- Supported and trained crew throughout their career progression leading to many internal promotions.Key Responsibilities:- Paramount safety for passengers, crewmembers and the vessel.- Protection of the marine environment.- Full implementation of ship safety and security management system.- Personnel management including hiring and dismissal.- Event planning and execution with diplomatic management of high profile guests.- Safe navigation throughout the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Atlantic Ocean and United States waters.- Keep calm and manage potentially life threatening emergency situations.

Bosun / 2nd Engineer

• Apr 2007 - Oct 2007

Head of Deck Department: Overall responsibility of exterior deck operations, maintenance and personnel.Key Responsibilities:- Hold navigational watches with direct reporting to the Captain.- Assist 1st Officer in maintaining strict safety management system.- Assist Chief Engineer in the implementation of planed maintenance schedule, upkeep and continuous smooth, efficient running of the vessel.- Maintenance of deck department to the highest standards and detail.- Responsible for training and safe operation of water sports equipment.- Responsible for guest safety and requirements.

First Mate / Deckhand

• Apr 2004 - Jan 2007

Key Responsibilities:- Hold navigational watches with direct reporting to the Captain.- Assist Captain in passage and operational planning.- Write and implement planed maintenance schedule.- Maintenance of deck department to the highest standards and detail.- Responsible for training and safe operation of water sports equipment.- Responsible for guest safety and requirements.- Internal promotion at sale of vessel and training of all new crew- 6 months refit with new decks. Extensive paint and varnish experience.

Sub Lieutenant

• Jul 2001 - Nov 2004

Commissioned Officer of Royal Navy Reserves- Civilian volunteer to provide extra support in times of tension, humanitarian crisis or conflict.- Focus on leadership training, teamwork and personal development.- Full military training and operational effectiveness.- Responsible for professional and personal development of ratings in my division and under my command.- Deployment on fisheries protection patrol in UK waters. Commissioned Officer of Royal Navy Reserves- Civilian volunteer to provide extra support in times of tension, humanitarian crisis or conflict.- Focus on leadership training, teamwork and personal development.- Full military training and operational effectiveness.- Responsible for professional and personal development of ratings in my division and under my command.- Deployment on fisheries protection patrol in UK waters.