John Bradley
Lantana,FL
Summary
Dynamic Yacht Captain with extensive experience excelling in emergency procedures and crew supervision. Proven track record in navigating complex waters while ensuring guest satisfaction and safety. Skilled in engine maintenance and adept at fostering positive guest engagement, consistently delivering memorable experiences on the water.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mate
Barjack Fishing
Lantana, FL
04.2025 - Current
- Conduct regular inspections of the vessel's engine room and machinery spaces.
- Prepared bait and rigging for fishing along with assisting guests with catching their fish.
- Followed directions from captain or crew members at all times while on board vessel.
- Handled guests with a professional, positive, fun attitude.
Charter Boat Owner
Owner-Operator
West Palm Beach, FL
02.2023 - 04.2025
- Vessel - 2023 23' Beachcat catamaran
- Took clients on cruises along the intracoastal waterways of Palm Beach county, FL.
- Sandbar and snorkeling trips
- BYOB tiki bar boat
- Managed all bookings and book keepings for company
- Daily logs of trips and signed waiver forms.
- Performed all repairs and maintenance on vessel.
Yacht Captain
Gold Star, 2019 75' Galleon
Miami, FL
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Developed emergency procedures and drills for crew members to follow in case of an emergency situation at sea.
- Evaluated crew performance against established standards; provided feedback as necessary.
- Organized recreational activities for passengers aboard the vessel including fishing trips, beach excursions.
- Assessed navigational conditions and planned courses accordingly, taking into consideration weather patterns and other potential hazards.
- Scheduled regular maintenance checks with qualified technicians and myself for all systems aboard the yacht.
- Monitored engine performance during voyages, making adjustments as needed or recommending repairs when appropriate.
- Directed and supervised crew members while navigating a yacht on international waters.
- Conducted pre-departure inspections of the yacht to verify that it is in good condition prior to embarkation.
- Inspected vessel upon return from voyages to ensure it was clean and properly stowed away.
- Checked areas available to guests to ensure cleanliness and appropriate set up.
- Inspected equipment and completed basic repairs to maintain safety and efficiency of each trip.
- Took out high profile clients and celebrities on regular intracoastal waterway voyages in Miami.
- Ran clients and yacht from Stuart to Miami to Bimini Bahamas.
Yacht Captain
Barton and Gray Mariners Club
Portsmouth, NH
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Captain for a fleet of Hinckley Yachts from 36'-44'
- Ran Hinckley yachts in West Palm Beach, Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Naples, Nantucket, New York City and the Hamptons.
- 6 month up north 6 months down south for seasons
- High profile clients and celebrities were onboard these vessels all the time. This company is essentially the concept of 'Net Jets' for the water.
- Greeted guests with professional attitude while ensuring guests are enjoying themselves safely while operating vessel with great vigilance.
- Gave a month and a half notice when i left, wanted to expand my experience as a captain on other vessels.
Captain
Reel Candy Sportfishing-47' Sportfish
Singer Island, FL
06.2017 - 11.2019
- Busy fishing charter boat out of Palm Beach, FL.
- Prepared vessel for every trip along with assisting of rigging baits and set ups.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Cleaned, maintained and repaired fishing gear, nets and other equipment.
- Recorded catch data such as species, weight, length.
- Carried out emergency repairs to vessel as needed.
- Checked navigation tools and telecommunications equipment prior to embarking on journeys to verify operational status.
- Communicated with passing vessels using visible and audible signals.
- Inspected equipment and completed basic repairs to maintain safety and efficiency of each trip.
- Oversaw ship operations during charter and kept watch for hazards.
Mate
Reel Deal Sportfishing- 1989 48' Viking sportfish
Singer Island, FL
05.2015 - 06.2017
- Busy fishing charter out of Palm Beach, FL.
- Set up riggings and baits prior to trips
- Performed all daily maintenance like wash downs and setup/breakdown of rods and equipment.
- Kept guests happy while also keeping everyone safe while they fought fish.
- Trips to Bahamas
- Tournaments
Mate
Freedom- 55' Sportfish
West Palm Beach, FL
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Mate for tournaments
- Delivery of vessel from west coast of Florida to the east coast.
- Manage vessel while owners are away
- Prepared reports related to vessel activities such as voyage logs and fuel consumption records.
- Followed marine regulations applicable to planned route locations.
Mate
Finster- 53' Hydrasports Suenos
West Palm Beach, FL
06.2011 - 10.2013
- Mate for tournaments and for the family.
- Upkeep of all fishing gear on and off vessel.
- Performed daily maintenance on vessel systems including engines, electrical systems, pumps and valves.
- General maintenance of vessel.
Education
Business
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL09-2013
Skills
- Engine maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Fishing gear setup
- Guest engagement
- Emergency procedures
- Navigation assessment
- Customer service
- Crew supervision
- Log management
- GPS proficiency
- Communication skills
- Weather forecasting
- Vessel navigation
- Environmental awareness
- Radio communication
- Radar operation
- Fishing knowledge
- Deckhand supervision
- Anchoring techniques
- Distress signaling
- Engine repair
- Collision avoidance
- Detail oriented
- Analytical skills
Certification
- USCG 100 ton master
- CPR, AED and First aid certified
- MROP certificate
- TWIC card
- STCW 95
Timeline
Mate
Barjack Fishing
04.2025 - Current
Charter Boat Owner
Owner-Operator
02.2023 - 04.2025
Yacht Captain
Gold Star, 2019 75' Galleon
10.2021 - 10.2023
Yacht Captain
Barton and Gray Mariners Club
11.2019 - 09.2021
Captain
Reel Candy Sportfishing-47' Sportfish
06.2017 - 11.2019
Mate
Reel Deal Sportfishing- 1989 48' Viking sportfish
05.2015 - 06.2017
Mate
Freedom- 55' Sportfish
10.2013 - 06.2015
Mate
Finster- 53' Hydrasports Suenos
06.2011 - 10.2013
Business
Florida Atlantic University
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