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  • Gerhard PIchler

    • 57, Austria
    • Austria
    • Checked in 1 hour ago

Experienced Yachtmaster Ocean Seeking Atlantic Crossing – Autumn 2026

Experienced offshore and ocean skipper and professional sailing instructor with over 30 years of sailing experience and more than 30,000 nautical miles logged, the majority as skipper. Extensive experience in offshore and ocean passages, including the Atlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Mediterranean, and Canary Islands. Highly skilled in yacht deliveries, long-distance passage-making, celestial navigation, weather routing, and yacht maintenance.
Currently seeking an Atlantic crossing this autumn as skipper, mate, or experienced crew. Calm, reliable, and safety-focused, with a proven ability to work effectively in demanding offshore conditions. Never seasick and comfortable in all weather and sea states, bringing both practical seamanship and a positive team spirit to every passage.

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About me

  • Availability 14th November 2026

  • LocationAustria

  • NationalityAustria

  • Age57

  • GenderMale

  • SmokerNo

  • Visible tattoosNo

  • VISAs Schengen visa (or EU citizenship)

  • Sea miles10,000+

  • Required position Friendship
    Delivery Crew
    Sailing instructor
    Captain/Engineer

  • Expected arrangement Professional / Recreational

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Qualifications

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  • Jan 2025 RYA Oceanmaster Complete

  • Dec 2011 PADI - Instructor Development Course (IDC) Complete

  • Feb 2025 Long Range Radio Certificate Complete

  • Mar 2018 ISAF Offshore Safety Complete

  • Feb 2025 STCW Basic Safety Training Complete

  • Feb 2025 RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance Complete

  • Nov 2024 ENG1 cert. Complete

  • Feb 2022 RYA Professional Practices and Responsibilities ( PPR ) Complete

  • Dec 2023 International Certificate Of Competency (ICC) Complete

  • Dec 2023 Austria - Certificate for Operators of Pleasure Craft Complete

  • Feb 2023 MCA Master 200 GT (Yacht) Certificate Complete

  • May 2022 1st Aid Complete

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Skills

  • Scuba diving
  • Route planning
  • Line handling
  • Watch-keeping
  • Rigging
  • Radio Operator
  • Weather planning
  • Navigation
  • Helmsmen
  • Rig maintenance/Set-up
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