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Yacht Carpenter | Refit & Joinery Specialist
Viareggio, Italy · 20 years experience
Open to opportunitiesSummary
An experienced Yacht Carpenter with twenty years in marine joinery, including new-build installation at a Tuscan yard and thirteen years aboard motor yachts from 55m to 85m. Skilled in veneer and solid-wood repair, high-gloss varnish and cabinetry refits, he is trusted to lead winter yard-period works and manage a small team. Based in Viareggio and available for refit and rotational positions.
Experience areas
Mediterranean13yCurrentViareggio refit yards7yCaribbean3y
Work experience
Employer names withheld for privacyHead Carpenter, 85m private motor yacht
2019 – 2026- Led a 4-person team through three winter refits, each delivered on schedule and within 5% of budget
- Restored 120 sqm of high-gloss veneer panelling to owner-ready standard
- Cut annual external joinery repair costs by about 20% through preventive maintenance
Carpenter, 55m charter motor yacht
2013 – 2019- Completed 30+ in-season joinery repairs without cancelling any charter
- Rebuilt the master suite cabinetry during a 10-week yard period
Joiner, Tuscan new-build yard
2006 – 2013- Installed interior joinery on 9 new-build yachts between 40m and 70m
- Trained 6 junior joiners in veneer and finishing techniques
Skills
Veneer and solid-wood repairHigh-gloss varnish finishingInterior cabinetry fabricationRefit planning and yard liaisonTeak deck repair and re-caulkingFurniture and joinery installationHot-work and workshop safetyOnboard workshop and tool management
Certifications
- STCW Basic Safety Training
- ENG1 Medical Certificate
- Powerboat Level 2
- Working at Height Certificate
- Technical Diploma in Woodworking and Furniture Making
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