Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
References
Software
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Gabriel Coelho

Gabriel Coelho

Miami Beach,FL

Summary

I am a maritime professional with a solid background as a former Brazilian Navy officer, bringing extensive experience in navigation, seamanship, and international operations. Skilled in bridge watchkeeping, maneuvering, tender, and RIB handling, safety management, and emergency response, with over 45,000 nautical miles logged, including two global circumnavigations and six Atlantic crossings. Strong knowledge of shipyard and dry-dock supervision, having overseen hull blasting and painting, capstan overhauls, and deck refurbishments. Experienced in leading and training crews of up to 30, as well as instructing foreign navies in boarding, safety, and anti-piracy operations. Disciplined, adaptable, and committed to excellence, I aim to contribute my expertise and leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and smooth yacht operations.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deckhand Apprentice

Mangusta 105'M/Y "DAYA"
Miami, Florida
09.2025 - Current
  • Assisted captain with sailing operations, line handling, and guest trips;
  • Observed and supported navigation practices and daily deck routines

Web and Mobile Developer

Boomer Digital
New York, New York
07.2024 - 08.2025
  • Built and maintained websites and mobile apps to improve communication and user experience.

Career Break

None
02.2024 - 07.2024
  • Focused on professional development and self-teaching in web and mobile development

Special Operations Officer

Brazilian Navy
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
02.2022 - 02.2024
  • Commanded counter-piracy, counter-terrorism, and high-risk VBSS (Visit, Board, Search, Seizure) operations.
  • Led boarding detachments for inspections of high-risk vessels at sea.
  • Commanded the Hostage Rescue Group, which specializes in retaking vessels and offshore platforms seized by pirates or terrorists.

Deck Officer – Brazilian Training Ship Brasil 433'

Brazilian Navy
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
01.2021 - 03.2022
  • Supervised 30 sailors in deck operations
  • Instructor for seamanship and weapons systems
  • Oversaw major shipyard works: full hull blasting/painting, capstan overhauls
  • Led onboard VBSS operations
  • Coordinated sports/recreation for 200+ cadets
  • Directed emergency response during real COVID outbreak

Special Operations Officer

Brazilian Navy
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
02.2017 - 12.2020
  • Commanded special operations teams in maritime interdiction and high-risk VBSS.
  • High-speed RIBs (Hurricane Zodiac), outboard tenders, and Jet Skis.
  • Underwater inspections of hulls and piers using SCUBA and O₂ rebreathers.
  • VBSS instructor for African navies, focused on counter-piracy in the Gulf of Guinea

Deck & Weapons Officer

Brazilian Patrol Vessel Gurupá (153')
Rio de Janeiro , Rio de Janeiro
01.2016 - 02.2017
  • Supervised 10 sailors in deck and weapons operations
  • Ship handling with radar, AIS, maneuvering board, and GPS
  • Coordinated real SAR tow of stranded yacht near São Sebastião
  • Led live-fire gunnery and security patrols during Rio 2016 Olympics
  • Managed dry-dock works: hull plating, anchor, and chain overhaul
  • Directed crew response to real flooding emergency

Midshipman (Deck Division)

Training Ship “NE Brasil” (Frigate, 425’)
Brazil
01.2015 - 12.2015
  • Anchoring operations and line handling during port maneuvers;
  • Firefighting and flooding control drills onboard, celestial navigation, pelorus bearings and nautical chart passage planning;

Naval Academy Midshipman

Brazilian Navy
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
01.2013 - 03.2013
  • Traditional tall-ship sailing: sail handling, rigging, knot work, and rope splicing;
  • Maintenance of a fully wooden hull, including sanding, painting, and varnishing; deck seamanship: line handling, mooring, anchoring, and daily watch rotations.

Education

Naval Staff Course - Military Planning

Brazilian Naval War College
04-2023

Bachelor of Science - Naval Science

Brazilian Naval Academy
12-2014

High School Diploma -

Brazilian Naval High School
12-2010

Yachtmaster Offshore

International Yacht Training

Open Water

PADI

Advanced

PADI

Rescue Diver

PADI

Bootcamp - Software Engineering

Le Wagon

Skills

Discipline and reliability
Leadership and crew management
Navigation and seamanship
Ship handling and maneuvering
Tender and RIB operations
Safety management and emergency response
VBSS and maritime security
Shipyard and dry dock supervision
Deck maintenance and woodwork
Underwater activities
Drone operation

Languages

English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • Capitão Amador License (Brazil) – Equivalent to Yachtmaster Coastal
  • ENG1 Medical Certificate – ( 2025)
  • PADI Open Water
  • PADI Advanced
  • PADI Rescue Diver
  • Yachmaster Offshore (Oct-2025)

References

Captain Eric Araujo - +1 786 505-5987 - Captain of Mangusta 105' "DAYA".

Software

Full Stack Developer (Ruby on Rails)

Mobile Developer (React Native)

Timeline

Deckhand Apprentice

Mangusta 105'M/Y "DAYA"
09.2025 - Current

Web and Mobile Developer

Boomer Digital
07.2024 - 08.2025

Career Break

None
02.2024 - 07.2024

Special Operations Officer

Brazilian Navy
02.2022 - 02.2024

Deck Officer – Brazilian Training Ship Brasil 433'

Brazilian Navy
01.2021 - 03.2022

Special Operations Officer

Brazilian Navy
02.2017 - 12.2020

Deck & Weapons Officer

Brazilian Patrol Vessel Gurupá (153')
01.2016 - 02.2017

Midshipman (Deck Division)

Training Ship “NE Brasil” (Frigate, 425’)
01.2015 - 12.2015

Naval Academy Midshipman

Brazilian Navy
01.2013 - 03.2013

Naval Staff Course - Military Planning

Brazilian Naval War College

Bachelor of Science - Naval Science

Brazilian Naval Academy

High School Diploma -

Brazilian Naval High School

Yachtmaster Offshore

International Yacht Training

Open Water

PADI

Advanced

PADI

Rescue Diver

PADI

Bootcamp - Software Engineering

Le Wagon

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