Experience 36 years 11 months

• Period: 06/2022 - 09/2024
  Unit: MY TOUCH ME 43.3m | Pershing
  Use, area: Private
  Role held: Captain
  Main Tasks: During my time on board, I was involved and managed two extensive shipyard periods with complete refits of the structural part of the yacht, interior and engine room equipment: yacht repainted and treated with polymers, all external furniture repainted, upholstery totally changed. ME and GE complete overall, all guest’s bathrooms refit and master area completely redone. Prepared the yacht for intensive seasons and hit the waves on regular Owner's trips, provided for a smooth and professional experience for the owners and VIP guests on the front, by working hard and constantly rising to the challenges behind the scenes. Back to back owner’s guests with and regular (up to 10 guests) guest events, extensive navigation during the season. In tight time frame I found right personal approach to each crew and Owners on-the-go to hit the waves in safety through her busiest months of high Med season 2022/2023/2024 where French, Italian Riviera, Corsica and Sardinia were our sailing grounds. I had the responsibility for crew training, yacht’s documentation, budgeting, record keeping, purchasing, port clearances and dealing with ships agents, implementing safety, emergency, and security drills & procedures in conjunction with full ISM and ISPS, smooth navigation.

• Period: 12/2021 - 05/2022
  Unit: 47m Private Yacht
  Use, area: Med
  Role held: Chief Officer / Relief Captain
  Main Tasks: My main responsibilities on-board included overseeing her 2021/2022 annual dry dock period preparation and repairs, handling all expenses within the budget frames, managing the yacht day-to-day business without shore management support, accounting for crew and supplies, quotations sourcing and provisioning, liaison with shore contractors for maintenance and spare parts delivery, handling crew sourcing, shortlisting and disciplinary issues, establishing strong professional relation with services contractors and sale brokers, ISM and ISPS compliance, boat safety drills, stowage of yacht for sea. As a Relief Captain I took full charge and responsibility of the yacht during the Captain’s time off, provided for Owners and guests a worry-free and enjoyable boating experience.

• Period: 01/1991 - 12/2021
  Unit: LUXURY CRUISE SHIPS AND COMMERCIAL VESSELS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
  Use, area: +120m
  Role held: Captain / Chief Officer
  Main Tasks: All Captain's / Chief Officer's duties on board, navigation, watchkeeping, extensive shipyard periods as well.

• Period: 03/2015 - 07/2015
  Unit: MY Scorpion - 46m
  Use, area: Charter
  Role held: Chief Officer / Relief Captain
  Main Tasks: Whilst guest-on, most of my role was spearheading deck operations, including tender transfers, water sports, beach setups, diving and guest excursions ashore, all often happened concurrently. This was paralleled with diligent administration skills and impeccable organization to ensure that the operation and the vessel's maintenance schedule didn’t stop, regardless of the remote locations. As a Relief Captain I took full charge and responsibility of the yacht during the Captain’s time off, provided for Owners and guests a worry-free and enjoyable boating experience. The itinerary was constantly changing at late notice, meaning that I was very adept with procurement, international shipping and customs protocols, and worked closely with worldwide suppliers and vessel agents. I had also successfully managed the deck department's human resources, onboard ship security officer, PMS for SOLAS, FFE, deck & tender maintenance, conducted audit and survey preparation, managed audits, surveys & compliance, maintained full compliance with ISM, ISPS & MLC. As a Relief Captain I took full charge and responsibility of the yacht during the Captain’s time off, provided for Owners and guests a worry-free and enjoyable boating experience.

• Period: 08/2014 - 01/2015
  Unit: MY Fortebraccio - 30m
  Use, area: Charter/Private
  Role held: Captain
  Main Tasks: Captain of this very busy motor yacht with Mediterranean itinerary, with private owner and charter guests. Responsible for all aspects of running this luxury yacht, maintaining it in immaculate condition, planning and managing refit work, itinerary and schedule, recruiting and training crew. Busy charter season in the Mediterranean sea with 100 [%] highly positive feedback

• Period: 11/2013 - 07/2014
  Unit: MY Event - 62.40m
  Use, area: Charter-Private
  Role held: Captain
  Main Tasks: Overall management of deck department and responsibility for day to day maintenance of vessels exterior, safety and navigational equipment. Outfitting ships deck and safety inventories. Development and implementation of ships SMS together with vessel specific SOP’s, RA’s SOLAS training manual, muster lists and drill matrix. Working closely with DPA and Compliance Managers whilst using MMV as a platform & organization of ships certificates & survey schedules. Programming and integration of ships planned maintenance system (IDEA). Managing deck department accounts, budgeting using VOLI as a platform. Fostering a welcoming and familial atmosphere among the crew, all while upholding a safe and equitable working environment. Adapting to owner/guest requirements & needs and effectively managing their expectations, ensuring an unforgettable experience. Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and South East Asia.

• Period: 01/2013 - 10/2013
  Unit: MY Zaffiro - 30m
  Use, area: Charter
  Role held: Captain
  Main Tasks: This yacht had two owners and was run with only 5 crew members during back to back guest trips over the season. Joined without handover from ex Captain who has left before my joining, I managed to form a new crew team and hit the waves on regular Owner's trips in between of the charter trips. We cruised in Italy, Sardinia, Capri, Corsica, Balearic Islands and South of France. We successfully carried out a sophisticated charter season with 100[%] happy owners and charter guests, proving fine quality, smooth and safe vessel operation.

• Period: 04/2004 - 03/2005
  Unit: MY Sunrise - 46m
  Use, area: Charter/Private
  Role held: Chief Officer / Relief Captain
  Main Tasks: Cruising through Italy, SOF, Spain, Croatia, Montenegro and searching out the best diving and kiteboarding locations available for Owners and guests. Administrative and safety duties, navigation watches, passage planning, SSO, maintenance of vessel, setting watch schedules, ISM and ISPS compliance, boat safety drills, stowage of yacht for sea, scuba diving & water sports, education and licensing. Responsible for the medical and safety training of all crewmembers, responsible for the upkeep and running of the deck department, as well as being an active member on bridge and deck. I was afforded command during times when Captain was absent or rested. As a Relief Captain I took full charge and responsibility of the yacht during the Captain’s time off, provided for Owners and guests a worry-free and enjoyable boating experience.

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• CV

  Other document

  Issuing date: 03/25/2025
• Reference Letter

  References

  Issuing date: 09/29/2024
• ENG1

  Medical Certificate

  Expiration date: 02/12/2026
• Annex - Allegato I

  Professional Course

  Issuing date: 11/04/2021
• IMO Master Unlimited

  IMO Title

  Expiration date: 09/15/2027