Looking for a skipper/crew position
I am a Yachtmaster Offshore with 3 seasons experience as skipper/fleet captain in the British Virgin Islands, on various 45-50ft sailing vessels. Ive just finished up a 6 month season as the skipper of a bavaria 51 in the cyclades, Greece, for G adventures. I have skippered several deliverys around the Baltic and North seas (flensburg- helgoland- flensburg) (Stockholm - stettin, Poland). I have also worked in land operations, repairing fiberglass, cleaning and repairing boats/ribs. Additionally I hold STCW and Eng11 certs. I have sailed extensively in Ireland, and crewed several deliveries from Ireland to the UK. I have been sailing for 6 years, in this time I have worked as a dinghy instructor, keelboat instructor, cruising instructor and as a fleet or Flotilla Captain. I have a working knowledge of boat repair and diesel/outboard engine maintenance. In addition I am a powerboat, windsurfing and river kayaking instructor. In my 5 years as an outdoor sports instructor I have worked all over the world, providing a high level of coaching, service and safety. I have led teams of up to 20 instructors, with a huge focus on developing skills and providing a great working environment.
I have strong leadership skills, and have a huge background in risk management, focusing heavily on safe operating procedures. In addition to this I am a positive and outgoing person, who will go above and beyond to over deliver and ensure great customer service.
Please see my CV for a full employment history and list of qualifications, should you have any questions please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Kind Regards
Luka Walshe