Angus Pienaar
Salem,Eastern Cape
Summary
Extensive experience on an Aquaponics farm in Eastern Cape, South Africa, specializing in sustainable agriculture practices. Strong practical skills with a focus on hands-on problem-solving and innovative solutions. Passionate about outdoor activities, including fishing, hunting, and maintaining physical fitness.
Hardworking Deck Hand with broad skills in vessel maintenance, navigation support, and crew coordination. Facilitated smooth sailing operations by ensuring all equipment was shipshape and maintained safety protocols. Contributed to team efficiency and operational success through proactive problem-solving and solid teamwork.
Reliable and hardworking individual with excellent teamwork and communication skills, combined with proficiency in physical tasks and problem-solving. Skilled in operating and maintaining equipment, ensuring safe and productive working environment. Dedicated to contributing to success and smooth operation of Deck Hand role on a yacht.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Deck Hand
Super Yachting, South Africa (SYSA)
Cape Town, Western Cape, Western Cape
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Completed STCW course, enhancing skills in personal safety and social responsibility.
- Acquired training in personal survival techniques to manage emergencies at sea.
- Administered first aid at sea, ensuring crew health and safety.
- Implemented marine firefighting techniques to prevent onboard incidents.
- Achieved proficiency in designated security duties, safeguarding vessel integrity.
SYSA (Super Yachting South Africa)
- RYA (Royal Yacht Association) Powerboat Level 2 Course
- RYA Advanced Power Boat course
- PWC (Personal Watercraft Course)
- ROA (Radar Operator Course)
- RYAVHF (Radio Short-Range Certificate)
- RYA Tender Operator Course
- SYSA Deck Hand Course including:
Deck cleaning and maintenance to uphold safety standards
Conducting mooring operations for efficient vessel management.
Handling cargo with precision to ensure secure transport.
Quest Kaba
Quest Africa
Leandra, Eastern Cape
01.2025 - 06.2025
Executed high-level fitness training to enhance physical capabilities.
Developed survival skills for wilderness preparedness and safety.
Acquired business skills to optimise operational management.
Performed welding tasks to construct and repair structures.
Applied ballistics knowledge to improve shooting accuracy.
Mastered navigation techniques for effective route planning.
Demonstrated basic plumbing and building skills for maintenance projects.
Utilised basic electrics and mechanics knowledge for troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
Education
Matric - Matric
Kingswood College
South Africa 01.2021 - 12.2024
Junior and Senior School - Senior School
St Andrew's College and Prep
South Africa 01.2011 - 12.2020
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
Afrikaans
Intermediate
Affiliations
- Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, knife-making, wood work
Accomplishments
- 4-week job-shadowing as a Game Guide at Lalibela Game Reserve, Eastern Cape
- 3-week Aquaponics system installation at Hippo Lakes, Nelspruit
- 5.5-Day Comprehensive Aquaponics Training Course with Practical Aquaponics SA, Salem, Eastern Cape
Certification
SYSA VHF
SYSA Radar
SYSA Deck Hand
PWC License
Tender Operator License
Power Boat Level 2
Advance Power Boating
First Aid Level 2
Learner's Drivers' License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Deck Hand
Super Yachting, South Africa (SYSA)
10.2025 - 11.2025
Quest Kaba
Quest Africa
01.2025 - 06.2025
Matric - Matric
Kingswood College
01.2021 - 12.2024
Junior and Senior School - Senior School
St Andrew's College and Prep
01.2011 - 12.2020