Kyle Blamey
RESPONSIBILITY:
SKIPPEREXPERIENCE:
8 YearsEMAIL:
kyleblamey@gmail.comAbout Kyle
With over 8 years of experience in yachting (motor and sail yachts), I aim to utilize my expertise in navigation, engineering, and solo sailing. I am equipped with Yachtmaster Ocean qualifications, AEC 1 & 2 certifications, and a strong foundation in both yachting and water sports.
Notable Deliveries:
• April 2024 – Present: First Mate on M/Y The Journey (36m motor yacht) – Mediterranean
• January – March 2024: Captain on S/Y Endless Summer (60ft Catamaran) – South Africa to Grenada
• 2022: Bosun on M/Y DayBreak (146ft motor yacht)
• 2019 – 2021: First Mate on M/Y Ultra Vires (24m motor yacht) – Cruising Indonesia to Australia
• 2019: Captain/Owner of S/Y Jericho (30ft sailboat) – Sailed the USA West Coast to Hawaii
• 2018 – 2019: Bosun on M/Y Fourwishes (40m motor yacht) – San Francisco to Alaska and Mexico
• 2017 – 2018: Deck/Engineer on M/Y Daybreak (146ft motor yacht) – Caribbean and Bahamas
• 2017: Captain on S/Y Endless Summer – Durban to Seychelles
• 2017: First Mate on S/Y Talisker and S/Y Wynleigh – Monohulls for ocean crossings
OTHER EXPERIENCE
• 2022 – 2024: General Manager/Shareholder at Forest Gate Eco Estate, South Africa
• 2021: Maintenance Role at Shutuka Holdings (macadamia farm)
• 2012 – 2014: Dive Instructor and Water Sports Coordinator – Norwegian Cruise Lines
• 2014 – 2016: Dive Instructor/Water Sports Coordinator – Windstar Cruises
REFERENCES
Available upon request, including contacts for Scott Kidd, Matthew Branson, Timothy Kibodeaux, Richard Reville, Gary Ruger, Tiaan Vogel, Piet Scheepers, and Steve Browsea.
SKILLS & HOBBIES
• Mechanically minded with expertise in yacht maintenance
• Enjoys surfing, kiting, and fishing
Experience Highlights:
Qualifications:
• RYA Yachtmaster Ocean (Commercially Endorsed)
• RYA Cruising Instructor
• SAMSA VHF DSC Short Range Radio
• RYA PWC Proficiency
• RYA Powerboat Level 2
• RYA Radar Certificate
• RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance
• MPT (AEC) 1 & 2
• PADI Dive Master
• STCW 95
• STCW PDSD
• South African Lifeguard (LIFEGUARD)
“Something about Kyle.”