• Profile 73749
  • Registered: 04/06/2025
    Last seen: 04/14/2025
Current references:
  • Referees Captain
    season 2024
    unit M/Y Ocean Pearl 42 m

Master (CoC)
Deck Officer Captain
Uncertain availability
Currently under contract
Job offers received: 0
Citizenship: Romania
Salary Not declared

Personal data
Married 50 years, Non-smoker
Resident in: Lavagna Romania
Sea experience
27 years 11 months
16 years on Seaman's Book
Seaman's book
1° category
Genova
Master
References
approved: 1
Certificates of Competency
MCA CoC Master (≤500gt Cl. 5)
RYA Yachtmaster Ocean
AEC
Education, languages
Nautical Institute
Romanian Italian English
IMO Courses / Certifications
STCW Basic Training (4 courses)
Advanced Firefighting
First Aid
Medical care
PSCRB (Not Fast)
Radar Obs./Plottin
Radar A.R.P.A.
G.M.D.S.S.
ECDIS (Electronic Chart)
Boat license
Yachtmaster Ocean unlimited
Qualified for sailboats

Experience 27 years 11 months

  • Period: 06/2024 - 12/2025
    Unit: M/Y Why 200
    Use, area: Comercial Yacht 27 m
    Role held: Captain
    Main Tasks: Commanding a high-profile charter vessel and acting as the official Wally representative for boat shows and exclusive brand events. Successfully navigated across Italy, France, Spain, and Monaco for prestigious gatherings, hosting internationally renowned guests. Ensured seamless event execution by overseeing all operational, safety, and hospitality aspects, providing top-tier service and discretion. Managed both daytime and nighttime navigation with precision, adapting swiftly to unforeseen challenges while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. Demonstrated exceptional leadership, crisis management, and operational expertise, guaranteeing a flawless experience for guests and stakeholders alike.
  • Period: 03/2024 - 06/2024
    Unit: M/Y Sounion II
    Use, area: Comercial Yacht charter in Grecia and Croatia
    Role held: Captain
    Main Tasks: Relief Captain, Took command of the vessel in the shipyard, overseeing certification processes and ensuring compliance with Maltese flag regulations. Managed and supervised necessary refit work, coordinating inspections and regulatory controls for certification approval. Navigated to Elba while hosting guests and continued to Greece, where I secured Greek charter certifications and make a successful three weeks charter, concluded the season with a charter in Croatia. Demonstrated strong leadership in technical operations, regulatory compliance, and guest service while ensuring smooth vessel readiness and performance
  • Period: 02/2017 - 03/2024
    Unit: M/Y Ocean Pearl 42 m
    Use, area: Charter Yacht
    Role held: Chief Officer
    Main Tasks: As the designated navigation officer, I ensure safe journeys through meticulous route management and upkeep of safety equipment. With precision, I maintain and update navigational resources, collaborating closely with the Captain to execute smooth docking maneuvers. Rigorous daily checks uphold high safety standards. Excelling in exterior maintenance, I enhance the vessel's appearance and facilitate water sports activities. My dedication enhances experiences for guests and crew, ensuring smooth sailing. Shipyard Maintenance in different locations.
  • Period: 04/2013 - 02/2017
    Unit: M/Y Matuska 30 m
    Use, area: Private Yacht
    Role held: Captain
    Main Tasks: During my tenure as Master, I adeptly managed challenging circumstances, ensuring smooth operations and guest satisfaction. With comprehensive responsibilities spanning yacht, crew, shipyard, and guest holidays, I upheld high standards and fostered a harmonious environment. My fishing expertise enriched the onboard experience, enhancing guest enjoyment. Navigating through diverse destinations such as Italy, Corsica, France, Sardinia, Sicily, Tunisia, Greece, Montenegro, Turkey, and Croatia, showcased my coastal navigation proficiency and guest relations skills. Through dedication and finesse, every voyage aboard the M/Y Matuska was memorable, delivering exceptional service and consistently surpassing expectations. Management of shipyard and refitting period.
  • Period: 03/2006 - 03/2013
    Unit: M/Y Matuska 30 m
    Use, area: Private Yacht
    Role held: Chief Officer
    Main Tasks: I manage navigation, safety equipment, and chart corrections, ensuring precise passage planning. Constantly aiding the Captain in docking, I conducted routine checks and drills meticulously. Additionally, I managed exterior detailing, tender operations, and water sports activities with utmost care and proficiency.
  • Period: 03/2005 - 02/2006
    Unit: M/Y Mizar 33 m
    Use, area: Private Yacht
    Role held: Chief Officer
    Main Tasks: On a demanding private vessel, I managed navigation, passage planning, and safety equipment maintenance. I provided continuous support to the Captain during docking maneuvers, conducted routine checks, and coordinated drills diligently. Additionally, I oversaw exterior detailing for guest comfort and managed the carriage of guests, toys, and water sports equipment. From varnishing to painting, I maintained the vessel's aesthetic appeal with precision. My commitment to excellence ensured smooth operations and an enjoyable experience for all onboard.
  • Period: 01/2002 - 11/2004
    Unit: M/Y Matuska 30 m
    Use, area: Private Yacht
    Role held: Bosun
    Main Tasks: I ensured the exterior cleanliness of the vessel, managing tasks like varnishing, filling, fairing, and painting meticulously. Additionally, ensuring all deck operations and equipment functioned efficiently and safely. I also took charge of full navigation and passage planning, ensuring seamless journeys. My dedication to maintaining high standards ensured the vessel's exterior aesthetics and operational efficiency were consistently upheld.
  • Period: 04/2001 - 11/2001
    Unit: M/Y Istranka 46 m
    Use, area: Private Yacht
    Role held: Bosun
    Main Tasks: I performed bridge and engine watchkeeping duties, ensuring the vessel's operational readiness. Additionally, I was responsible for presenting the yacht during the vintage yacht boat show in Imperia, showcasing its unique features and historical significance. Complete refitting-coordination.
  • Period: 11/2000 - 04/2001
    Unit: M/Y Galu 53m
    Use, area: Private Yacht
    Role held: Bosun
    Main Tasks: I managed navigation, passage planning, and daily routines while assisting the Captain during docking. Additionally, I oversaw exterior detailing, tender operations, and water sports. From varnishing to painting, I maintained the vessel's aesthetic. My dedication ensured top-notch maintenance and operational efficiency at all times.
  • Period: 03/1998 - 11/2000
    Unit: M/Y Istranka 46m
    Use, area: Private yacht
    Role held: Deckhand
    Main Tasks: I managed cleaning, tender driving, guest services, and water sports equipment. Additionally, I handled varnishing, filling, fairing, sanding, and painting tasks. I assisted yard workers during conversions, aided the Captain in yacht preparations, and performed bridge and engine watchkeeping duties diligently.

Skills and abilities

  • With a wealth of experience and expertise gained over 25 years in the yachting industry, I am confident in my ability. Throughout my career, I have held various leadership positions aboard luxury yachts, including roles as Captain and Chief Officer. During this time, I have successfully managed vessel operations, navigational planning, safety protocols, and guest services to the highest standards. My commitment to safety, professionalism, and delivering exceptional guest experiences has been consistently recognized by both crew members and charter guests. I have also shipyard experience in complete and partial refitting and yacht maintenance in different shipyards from different countries. Furthermore, my strong leadership skills, effective communication abilities, and problem-solving capabilities make me a reliable and trusted asset on board. I thrive in dynamic and challenging environments and I am dedicated to ensuring the smooth operation and success of every season.