Personal Notes
Fond of sailing since I was young. I started working first a skipper on small boats sailing in a several regattas. I turned to yachts of greater dimension, at fist as a deckhand and then as a Captain. I feel easy in team work and I have no problems in crew management. During these years I gained experience both in regatta yachts and in charter yachts. I have experience in electrical equipment, hydraulic, boat repairs, sail making, running rigging, deck layout. Im interest in electronic instruments systems, navigation software and meteorology. I sailed all major regattas and races in the Mediterranean sea: Maxi World Championship, Giraglia Rolex Cup, Middle Sea Race, Voiles de St. Tropez, Trofeo Pirelli, Trofeo Zegna, Chartago Rome Tunisia.
I am currently seeking a full time position but also available on a temporary basis for deliveries, sea trials, EU clearance trips or cover for vacation periods. Over 18 years experience as captain covering eastern-western Mediterranean and Caribbean.
Competencies
Professional route planning of worldwide cruising grounds, ocean passages and port to port
Excellent communications and liaison skills with crews, owners, management companies, charter companies, port authorities, governmental departments, shipyards and yacht repair facilities.
The implementing of ISM & MLC codes, yacht procedures, maintenance programs, accounting and the training of yacht crews of all nationalities to the highest levels.
Excellent navigation skills
Excellent knowledge, contacts and experience of the worldwide charter industry and its high standards
Excellent knowledge and experience in yacht construction, yacht surveys, Project management, registration, marine insurance, maritime law, and financial structuring
Excellent knowledge and experience in working with yacht design teams and construction teams with composite materials
My object is to secure a permanent full-time position on a sailing yacht as Captain or Officer, a position that gives me opportunities for improvement and advancement in my career.
Soft skills
good staff management skills
Organizational skills
Project manager for retrofit projects