Julio Fernandez
Miami,FL
Summary
I am a dedicated and professional Master with a strong track record of reliability and efficiency. Punctual and highly organized, I thrive in dynamic environments where attention to detail and teamwork are essential. With proven management experience, I bring strong leadership skills while maintaining a collaborative and supportive approach to ensure smooth operations on board. Known for being adaptable and efficient, I consistently contribute to the success of the team while upholding the highest standards of safety, service, and professionalism. Seeking growth and continuous upgrading to eventually reach the 3000T License.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freelance Master/Captain
M/Y "Fore Cookie IV" (70' Fairline)
Miami, FL
01.2026 - Current
- Relief captain, averaging 3-4 trips a month.
- Manage and oversee all crew operations.
- Itinerary, route and navigation planning.
- Oversee/assist with water toys.
- Maintain client satisfaction and ensure safety is the #1 priority.
Freelance Master/Captain
M/Y "El Faraon" (53' Azimut)
02.2025 - Current
- Charter program with 15-25 trips per month.
- General weekly maintenance and washdowns ensuring vessel is always in top tier shape.
- Itinerary, route and navigation planning.
- Overseeing/assisting with water toys.
- Maintain client satisfaction and ensure safety is the #1 priority.
Deckhand/Relief Captain
M/Y "Geisha" (60' Azimut)
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Any and all deck operations/assisting captain as needed as well as covering the captain as needed as master of the vessel.
- Private program, heavy on guest interactions.
- General weekly maintenance (exercise seacocks, maintain all strainers clean, systems check, etc.)
- Weekly washdowns and maintain cleanliness ensuring vessel is always in top tier shape.
- Assist with watertoys.
- Maintain guest satisfaction and ensure safety is the #1 priority.
Fulltime Master/Captain
M/Y "Aqua Pro" (68' Azimut)
Miami, FL
03.2021 - 01.2024
- Overseeing any and all operations/management.
- Mainly a private program with occasional charters.
- Manage all crew operations.
- Teaching leadership, communication and problem solving skills to deckhand/stewardess.
- Itinerary, route and navigation planning.
- Weekly washdowns and maintain cleanliness ensuring vessel is always in top tier shape.
- General weekly maintenance (exercise seacocks, maintain all strainers clean, systems check, etc.)
- Oversee all watertoy operations. (Jetskies, Seabobs, Slide, etc.)
- Maintain client/guest satisfaction and ensure safety is the #1 priority.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05-2020
Skills
- Group leadership
- Logistical planning
- Team time management
- Tender maneuvering
- Mooring procedures
- Radio communications
- Sika & Silicone repairs
- Teak caulking
- Metal works - grinding, buffing & polishing
- Fiberglass repairs
- Mechanically Inclined
- Problem-solving
Accomplishments
- USCG 100T Master
- STCW Certifications
- Medical Certificate
- CPR/First AID Certified
- USCG Towing Endorsement
- United States Citizen
Certification
- 42' Freeman
- 39' Yellowfin
- 37' Intrepid
- 36' Invicible
- 32' Aviara
- 30' Contender
- 24' Fourwinns
- 13' Williams
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Freelance Master/Captain
M/Y "Fore Cookie IV" (70' Fairline)
01.2026 - Current
Freelance Master/Captain
M/Y "El Faraon" (53' Azimut)
02.2025 - Current
Deckhand/Relief Captain
M/Y "Geisha" (60' Azimut)
02.2024 - 02.2025
Fulltime Master/Captain
M/Y "Aqua Pro" (68' Azimut)
03.2021 - 01.2024
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Miami Dade College