YACHT CREW • MARITIME PROFESSIONAL

CARLES OLIVA

Junior Deckhand

Maritime professional with a strong passion for the sea, safety and professional development within the yachting industry.

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Carles Oliva - Maritime Professional

PROFILE

About Me

I am a maritime professional based in Barcelona, with a strong vocation for the sea and a clear goal of developing my career within the yachting industry.

My professional background combines maritime experience, lifesaving responsibilities and customer-facing roles. Working as a lifeguard has strengthened my ability to remain calm under pressure, act quickly and work effectively as part of a team.

I am particularly interested in junior deckhand positions, where I can contribute with a strong work ethic, adaptability and willingness to learn while continuing to develop my practical seamanship skills.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Why Me?

01

Safety & Responsibility

Strong safety awareness developed through maritime training and professional lifeguard experience in demanding coastal environments.

02

Maritime Training

STCW qualifications combined with ongoing maritime training and a clear commitment to developing a professional career at sea.

03

Adaptability

Comfortable working in demanding environments, learning new procedures and adapting to operational requirements.

04

Teamwork & Service

Experience working closely with teams and interacting with the public in safety-critical and customer-facing environments.

DECKHAND PROFILE

What I Bring On Board

A practical foundation built around safety, maritime training, adaptability and a strong willingness to learn and contribute as part of a professional crew.

01

Safety & Emergency Response

Professional lifeguard experience in a demanding coastal environment, with a strong focus on prevention, vigilance, emergency response and maintaining composure under pressure.

02

Deck Operations

Maritime training covering navigational watchkeeping, seamanship fundamentals, safety procedures and the responsibilities associated with professional deck operations.

03

Seamanship & Maritime Skills

Merchant Navy watchkeeping qualifications combined with recreational boating experience and ongoing professional maritime training.

04

Tender & Water Activities

Training and experience related to RWC and Jet Ski operations, diving and water-based activities, supported by a strong understanding of aquatic safety.

05

Practical & Adaptable

Comfortable working in physically demanding environments, following procedures and adapting quickly to operational requirements while continuing to develop practical seamanship.

06

Crew & Guest Service

Customer-facing experience as a professional tour guide, combined with a team-oriented approach and the ability to communicate effectively with an international clientele.

CORE APPROACH Safety first · Learn fast · Work hard · Support the crew
EXPERIENCE & PROGRESSION

Maritime Journey

A progressive path combining professional responsibility, maritime training and a clear commitment to the yachting industry.

2025
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Lifeguard — Castelldefels Beach

Seasonal lifeguard position in a demanding coastal environment, focused on public safety, constant surveillance, prevention and emergency response.

Safety Emergency Response Teamwork
2026
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Lifeguard — Castelldefels Beach

Continued professional lifeguard experience in a high-responsibility coastal environment, working as part of a coordinated emergency response team and operating effectively under pressure.

Public Safety Emergency Response High Responsibility
STCW
MARITIME TRAINING

Merchant Navy & STCW Training

Completed STCW training and merchant navy qualifications covering navigational watchkeeping, engineering watchkeeping, basic safety and medical first aid.

STCW Deck Engineering Safety
NOW
CURRENT DEVELOPMENT

Continuing Maritime Education

Currently expanding my maritime qualifications through Passenger Ship Training, Restricted GMDSS training and Port Operations Skipper studies.

Passenger Ships GMDSS Port Operations
NEXT
CAREER GOAL

Yacht Crew — Junior Deckhand

My next professional step is to join a yacht crew where I can apply my maritime training, develop practical seamanship skills and continue growing within the yachting industry.

Yachting Deckhand Seamanship

MARITIME QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

PROFESSIONAL MARITIME TRAINING

STCW Certificates — Completed

STCW A-II/4

Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch

RFPNW

Professional maritime qualification for navigational watchkeeping duties.

Instituto Social de la Marina (ISM)
STCW A-III/4

Rating Forming Part of an Engineering Watch

RFPEW

Professional maritime qualification for engineering watchkeeping duties.

Instituto Social de la Marina (ISM)
STCW A-VI/1

Basic Safety Training

STCW Basic Training

Fundamental safety training for professional seafarers working on board.

Instituto Social de la Marina (ISM)
STCW A-VI/4

Initial Specific Medical Training

Medical Training

Maritime medical training covering first aid and medical assistance on board.

Instituto Social de la Marina (ISM)
STCW PROFILE

Certified in navigational watchkeeping, engineering watchkeeping, basic safety and medical first aid.

CURRENT TRAINING

STCW Training in Progress

STCW CURRENTLY STUDYING

Passenger Ship Training

STCW A-V/2-1

Training focused on passenger safety, emergency procedures and crowd management.

In progress
STCW IN PROGRESS

Restricted Operator's Certificate — GMDSS

Global Maritime Distress and Safety System

Training for restricted radio operation within the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System.

In progress

ADDITIONAL TRAINING

Other Maritime & Professional Qualifications

MARITIME

Recreational Craft Skipper

PER

Recreational boating qualification covering navigation and seamanship.

Escola Port
IN PROGRESS

Port Operations Skipper

Professional maritime qualification currently being studied.

Escola de Capacitació Nàuticopesquera (ENPC)
WATERCRAFT

Jet Ski / RWC Operator & Instructor

Training in personal watercraft operation and instruction.

FMNM
DIVING

Open Water Diver

Recreational scuba diving certification.

Divestar Ibiza
MEDICAL

Automated External Defibrillator

AED

Training in the use of automated external defibrillation equipment.

ISEI
LIFESAVING

Natural Waters Lifeguard

Professional lifeguard qualification for natural aquatic environments.

ISEI

Supporting certificates and documentation are available upon request.

Dear Captain,

I am seeking the opportunity to begin and develop my professional career within the yachting industry as a junior deckhand.

My maritime training, experience in lifesaving and strong motivation to work at sea have prepared me to contribute with responsibility, adaptability and a strong willingness to learn.

I am particularly interested in joining a professional crew where I can continue developing my practical seamanship skills and contribute positively to the operation of the vessel.

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PROFESSIONAL DOCUMENT

Curriculum Vitae

My complete professional CV includes my maritime qualifications, professional experience, training and additional skills.

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CONTACT

Let's Get In Touch

For yacht crew opportunities, maritime positions or professional enquiries, I would be pleased to hear from you.

EMAIL

hiakaua@gmail.com

Send me an email for professional enquiries, opportunities or further information.

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@carles_oliva

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PROFESSIONAL CONTACT Available for yacht crew opportunities and maritime positions