We get asked ‘what additional courses should I do?’ all the time by green crew looking to enter the industry and the answer remains the same. Just do the basics.
We get asked ‘what additional courses should I do?’ all the time by green crew looking to enter the industry and the answer remains the same. Just do the basics.
The below is a summary of a scenario which plays out fairly regularly in yachting. I have got permission from the Captain involved to share this tale.
This blog is aimed at crew, as we feel some are not taking their quarantine responsibilities seriously enough and this could have far reaching consequences.
Quay Crew's Deckhand consultant Tom is answering your Pandemic/Lockdown Yachting questions...
Quay Crew carried out a survey to find out what is really going on in the industry right now...
This is a blog which will be useful for green or junior crew should they choose to implement the suggestions within. The blog for senior crew and upskilling is next week...
Check out our suggestions for keeping your yacht crew morale high with activities and games to keep them occupied during the Corona virus lockdown.
Contrary to expectations this blog isn’t referring to people just accepting any job when they join yachting. This is related to pre yachting careers
Although not everyone is likely to be your cup of tea onboard you are in essence joining a new family. When everyone does there bit onboard things run a lot smoother. Whether you are just joining, or are a veteran member of crew, take a minute to assess yourself.
Starting out in the industry is tough. I understand that as it took me almost 6 months to get my first permanent job after months of day work in the South of France. This was over 4 years ago, and things have only got more competitive since!