Hi there!

I’m Joshua Naude

junior deckhand

+230 5939 2677

yachtcrewnaude@gmail.com

Cape Town, South Africa

About me

junior deckhand

Cape Town, South Africa

I am a motivated and professional junior deckhand with completed superyacht deckhand training in Cape Town and PADI Divemaster and Instructor certifications.

I bring a strong sense of responsibility, reliability, and respect for onboard standards, with practical experience in washdowns, line handling, basic deck maintenance, and long working hours in a team-focused environment.  I am physically fit, safety-conscious, and quick to learn, with a clear commitment to growing within the superyacht industry, advancing skills, and building a long-term career while contributing positively to the vessel and crew. CV and certificates available on request.

Professional Summary

Motivated and safety-driven Deckhand with PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor certification and strong hands-on deck experience. Proven ability to support deck operations, exterior maintenance, tender driving and dive activities on busy vessels. Physically fit, adaptable, and accustomed to guest-facing roles. Actively seeking a Deckhand (Deck-Dive) position for the Mediterranean season. Comfortable with long hours, early starts, and the demands of Mediterranean charter operations.

Education & SKills

Skills

N

Line handling & knot work

N

Anchoring assistance

N

Washdowns & detailing

N

Stainless steel polishing

N

Paint care (prep, sanding, masking)

N

Teak cleaning & light sanding

N

Varnish handling basics

N

Tender driving & guest transfers (Powerboat II)

N

Dive operations support, supervision & safety management

Certifications

Primary Certifications
  • STCW 2010 (FPFF, EFA, PST, PSSR)
  • ENG1 Seafarer Medical
  • Designated Security Duties (STCW)
  • (A-VI/6-2)
  • RYA Powerboat Level II
  • RYA Day Skipper – In Progress (Expected Completion 6 March ‘26)
Additional Certifications
  • Radio Operator–VHF (SRC)
  • Deckhand (STA)
  • Efficient Deckhand (STA)
  • Advanced Deckhand (STA)
  • Rigging & Working Aloft
  • RYA PWC / Jet Ski
  • RYA Radar
  • RYA Diesel Engine Course
  • PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor

Experience

Junior Deckhand

65′ Motor Launch – Mauritius

Dec 2025 – Jan 2026

  • Assisted with guest transfers and water safety supervision
  • General deck operations and exterior maintenance

Deckhand Daywork

V&A Waterfront – Cape Town, South Africa

Dec 2025

  • Washdowns and general deck duties
  • Line handling and marina operations

deckhand/ dive instructor

Coral Divers – Sodwana Bay, South Africa

Feb 2025 – Nov 2025

  • Washdowns and general deck duties
  • Line handling and marina operations

deckhand/ dive instructor

Coral Divers – Sodwana Bay, South Africa

Dec 2025

  • Led, trained and supervised Open Water Scuba diving activities
  • Delivered guest safety briefings and dive planning
  • Delivered post-dive debriefs and environmental awareness
    briefings
  • Managed equipment preparation and post-dive procedures
  • Supported deck operations and vessel readiness
  • Supported daily vessel operations and dive scheduling
  • Maintained safety standards in challenging ocean conditions

drowning rescue

Coral Divers – Sodwana Bay, South Africa

2 March 2025

  • Responded to a real-world ocean rescue involving multiple casualties; assisted with recovery, flotation support and stabilisation of a drowning victim until emergency services arrived

Let’s Work Together

yachtcrewnaude@gmail.com

+230 5939 2677