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Deckhand / Watersports Instructor | Caribbean & Med
Antigua · 4 years experience
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An experienced Deckhand and Watersports Instructor with four years on 50m to 63m charter motor yachts, working Caribbean winters and Mediterranean summers. Skilled at running safe, fun watersports programmes including PWC, paddleboards, wakeboarding and dinghy sailing for guests of all ages. Holds Powerboat Level 2, Dinghy Instructor and STCW Basic Safety, and brings strong guest-handling skills with a bright, positive attitude.
Experience areas
Caribbean2y 4mCurrentMediterranean1y 4mResort watersports8m
Work experience
Employer names withheld for privacyDeckhand / Watersports Instructor, 63m Motor Yacht (Charter)
2024 – 2026- Ran daily watersports for up to 12 guests across 15+ charter weeks each season
- Delivered safety briefings and introductory lessons to 100+ first-time guests with zero injuries
- Maintained and serviced 2 PWCs, 2 paddleboards and a full towable inventory
Deckhand, 50m Motor Yacht (Charter)
2022 – 2024- Worked two Caribbean winters and two Mediterranean summers
- Completed 200+ guest tender transfers
- Gained high guest feedback for watersports, leading to a repeat charter booking
Watersports Instructor, Beach Resort
2021 – 2022- Taught dinghy sailing and kayaking to 30+ guests a week
- Supervised PWC and paddleboard rentals safely through the high season
Skills
Watersports instructionPWC operationDinghy sailing instructionWakeboarding and towablesTender drivingGuest safety briefingsRescue and first aidExterior washdownToy storage and maintenance
Certifications
- STCW Basic Safety Training
- ENG1 Seafarer Medical Certificate
- Powerboat Level 2
- Dinghy Instructor
- Rescue Diver (recreational scuba)
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