Tomas Zima, male, 56
Ref 31089
| Nationality: | Czech Republic |
| Currently based in: | Prague, Czech Republic |
| Looking for: | Worldwide opportunities |
| Experience: | 2500 ocean miles / 44800 coastal miles |
| Sailor looking for seasonal employment. During the spring, summer and fall months I am employed as a part of a two member crew on a 47 foot sailboat on the Mediterranean Sea by a private employer. I am looking for a similar opportunity during the winter months. I pursue competitive sailing during my free time as a member of GIULIA sailing team. Our team has had a very successful 2018 season so far. Most recently we placed second in the European Championships in the Offshore Racing Congress. During a typical year I sail about 3,500 NM. Once I crossed the Atlantic Ocean as a part of a three member crew on a 39 foot sailboat. I participated in four Middle Sea Races and many other offshore races. My credentials include a RYA Day Skipper licence, Certificate for sea survival and radio communication RYA. I am able to work any post on a boat from pitman to bowman to mast man as well as tackle minor repairs and work in the general upkeep of the ship. I am also an excellent cook as I was an executive chef during my previous career. I have a working knowledge of English. I am competent, discreet and loyal. I am looking forward to possible collaboration. | |
| Smoking: | non-smoker |
| Relationship status: | single |
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| Number of years sailing: | 10+ |
| Sea miles sailed: | Ocean: 2500 / Coastal: 44800 |
| Nights at sea: | 50+ |
| I have experience as: | Watch Leader |
| Sailing Skills | Experienced I have done this many times and am confident to help others less experienced. I am happy doing this day |
Competent I am competent doing this in daylight, or if there is someone more experienced with me |
Basic I have only done this a few times, but I am willing to learn |
None I have not done this before |
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| Steer a compass course |  | |||
| Keep lookout/watch-keeping | | |||
| Trimming sails – mainsail and foresail/jib | | |||
| Reefing | | |||
| Working the foredeck – setting sails including spinnakers and cruising chutes | | |||
| Navigating with GPS and paper charts at sea | | |||
| Anchoring and handling anchors | | |||
| Cooking at sea | | |||
| Using dinghies with outboard motors | | |||
| Heaving-to and other heavy weather tactics | |
Other nautical or cruising skills |
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| Using VHF radio | |
| Diesel engine maintenance | |
| Outboard engine maintenance | |
| Repairing or making sails | |
| Using radar | |
