KYLE BRIDGER
DECKHAND/CARPENTER
Polokwane,LP
Summary
Work-oriented Deckhand/Carpenter with 3 years of experience working on boats of varying size and function. Diagnoses malfunctions and using mechanical skills to bring systems back online. Conscientious Carpenter focused on completing projects on time and exceeding client expectations. Team-oriented worker helping out in different roles when needed. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Ordinary Seaman/AB Deckhand
SCENIC ECLIPSE
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Aided in mooring operations by handling lines, winches, capstans, and other related equipment to secure vessels to docks or other ships safely.
- Improved safety on board by conducting regular maintenance and inspections of lifesaving equipment.
- Ensured vessel cleanliness and hygiene by participating in daily cleaning routines, including sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing decks.
- Contributed to smooth sailing by assisting in the proper loading, securing, and unloading of cargo.
- Supported vessel''s maintenance tasks by painting, chipping rust, greasing machinery, and conducting routine inspections to extend the ship''s lifespan.
Lead Deckhand/First Mate
M/Y Illumination 28m
6 2023 - 11.2023
- My Duties included:
- Tender Driving, tender launching and recovering
- Tender towing
- Wash downs, rinse downs, cleaning and detailing
- General maintenance and Deck Maintenance
- Sanding, varnishing and painting
- Hydraulic Operations
- Charter Preparation
- Water Sports - Jetski launching and maintenance
- Watch keeping / Night watch
- Interacting with Guests
- Fishing trips with guests
- Fishing inventory, maintenance, cleaning and storage
- Basic Carpentry and repairs on the interior
- Line handling
Deckhand
M/Y Amigos 55m
01.2023 - 06.2023
- My Duties included:
- Intrepid 375 Valor Tender 39ft Tender Driver
- Tender Driving, tender launching and recovering
- Tender towing
- Wash downs, rinse downs, cleaning and detailing
- General maintenance and Deck Maintenance
- Sanding, varnishing and painting
- Hydraulic Operations
- Charter Preparation
- Water Sports - Jetski launching and maintenance
- Watch keeping / Night watch
- Interacting with Guests
- Fishing trips with guests
- Fishing inventory, maintenance, cleaning and storage
- Basic Carpentry and repairs on the interior
- Line handling
Deckhand
M/Y Grace 52m (Charter/Private
01.2023 - 01.2023
- My Duties Included:
- Washdowns, rinse downs and detailing
- Teak repair, maintenance and teak scrubbing
- Hydraulic operations (tender and jetski launching)
- Mooring operations
- Navigational watch
- Tender driving and line handling
- Inventory of forepeak and garage
- Charter preparation
- Fishing with guests
- Basic assistance in engine room
Day work
Fresh and Clean Boat Detailing
12.2022 - 12.2022
- My Duties included:
- Waxing and buffing
- Gel coat repairs
- Zytexx maintenance
- Ceramic coat maintenance and repairs
- Painting and deck maintenance
- General cleaning, detailing and polishing
- General maintenance on exterior
Day work
MY Dream Weaver 36m
12.2022 - 12.2022
- My Duties included:
- Wash downs
- Sanding and Varnishing
- Painting and deck maintenance
- General cleaning, detailing and polishing
- General maintenance on exterior
Deckhand
M/Y Maryah 125m
06.2022 - 10.2022
- My Duties included: 10.8m Pascoe Limousine Tender Driver 10m Pascoe Open Tender Driver
- Tender Driving, tender launching and recovering
- Tender towing
- Heli Operations
- Wash downs, rinse downs, cleaning and detailing
- General maintenance and Deck Maintenance
- Sanding, varnishing and painting
- Hydraulic Operations
- Charter Preparation
- Water Sports - Jetski launching and maintenance
- Watch keeping / Night watch
- Interacting with Guests
- Fishing with guests
- Basic Carpentry and repairs on the interior
- Line handling
Deckhand
M/Y Solution 43m (Support Vessel to M/Y Maryah)
05.2022 - 06.2022
- My Duties included:
- Crane Operations, Tender launching and recovering
- Tender driving, Tender scheduling and operations
- VHF communications between vessels and ashore
- Seaplane mooring
- Wash downs
- Sanding and Varnishing
- Painting and deck maintenance
- General cleaning, detailing and polishing
- General maintenance on exterior
- Line handling
- Charter Preparation
- Beach set up
- Fishing with guests
- Working aloft
- Diving and Water Sports (Jetski, wakeboarding, waterskiing and e-foil)
- Watch keeping / Night watch
- Interacting with Guests
Deckhand
Phoenix Electrical
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Fishing Boat
- My Duties included: prepare the deck areas and fishing equipment sort, gut and store the catch maintain equipment cleaning and washdowns mooring
Deckhand
Phoenix Electrical
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Fishing Boat
- My Duties included: prepare the deck areas and fishing equipment assist clients with fishing sort, gut and store the catch maintain equipment cleaning and washdowns mooring
Education
Barista -
THE GRIND BARISTA
04.2001 -
STCW - Maritime Studies
MARITIME SAFETY TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
04.2001 -
RYA - Maritime Studies
SUPERYACHTING SOUTH AFRICA
04.2001 -
PADI -
NEPTUNES DIVE SCHOOL
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
PIETERSBURG HOERSKOOL
Polokwane, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Painting and chipping
Deck Maintenance
Mooring Techniques
Hand and power tools
Carpentry Expertise
Watchkeeping Abilities
Physical Fitness
Cleaning and sanitation
Boat Handling Skills
Buffing and Polishing
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/20/03
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: Single
Languages
English, Afrikaans
References
- Captain, M/Y Illumination, WhatsApp: +44 77 76 04 47 77
- Chief Officer Ross Howard, M/Y Amigos, WhatsApp: +33 62 74 84 120 Email: chiefofficer@mygraceyacht.com
- Chief Officer Andrea Barabaschi, M/Y Grace, WhatsApp: +33 62 74 84 120 Email: chiefofficer@mygraceyacht.com
- Chief Officer Jeandre Bouwer, M/Y Dream Weaver, Tel: +1 95 47 95 62 42
- Owner Anthony, Fresh and Clean Boat Detailing, Tel: +1 56 19 29 99 31
- Chief Officer, M/Y Maryah, Tel: +44 77 76 59 23 82
- Chief Officer, M/Y Solution, Tel: +33 67 91 32 470
- Manager George, Crazy Shark Watersports, Tel: +30 694 877 7277
- Owner Wayne Norman, WM Elektries, Tel: +27 82 631 8028 Email: wmelektries@gmail.com
- Owner Odd Magne, Unzwa Safaris, Tel: +27 82 513 5133 Email: omdoseth@gmail.com
Accomplishments
- Swimming
- SA Schools Candidate, (2016,2017, 2018, 2019)
- Limpopo Colors, (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019)
- Eager Aquatics swimmer of the year, (2018, 2019)
- Cricket
- Limpopo Impala Cricketer, (2016)
- Eagles Cricket School of Excellence First Team
Timeline
Ordinary Seaman/AB Deckhand
SCENIC ECLIPSE
01.2024 - 05.2024
Deckhand
M/Y Amigos 55m
01.2023 - 06.2023
Deckhand
M/Y Grace 52m (Charter/Private
01.2023 - 01.2023
Day work
Fresh and Clean Boat Detailing
12.2022 - 12.2022
Day work
MY Dream Weaver 36m
12.2022 - 12.2022
Deckhand
M/Y Maryah 125m
06.2022 - 10.2022
Deckhand
M/Y Solution 43m (Support Vessel to M/Y Maryah)
05.2022 - 06.2022
Deckhand
Phoenix Electrical
01.2017 - 12.2021
Deckhand
Phoenix Electrical
01.2017 - 12.2021
Barista -
THE GRIND BARISTA
04.2001 -
STCW - Maritime Studies
MARITIME SAFETY TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
04.2001 -
RYA - Maritime Studies
SUPERYACHTING SOUTH AFRICA
04.2001 -
PADI -
NEPTUNES DIVE SCHOOL
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
PIETERSBURG HOERSKOOL
04.2001 -
Lead Deckhand/First Mate
M/Y Illumination 28m
6 2023 - 11.2023
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