Michael Terence Sharratt


Nationality: EnglishMobile:

US Resident, Married, Non Smoker(US)1 207 230 4990

US Green Card

British & US Driving License

British Passport

P E R S O N A L P R O F I L E

Michael’s yachting experience as a commercially endorsed yacht captain with over 150,000 nm including Trans Atlantic, Mediterranean, Caribbean & Indian Ocean, and shore based employment in various parts of the globe has given him the confidence and knowledge necessary to efficiently manage the safe running and preparation of a successful yacht. His enthusiasm and sense of humor comes through whether cruising with owners and guests or managing a team or workforce. A diverse life and work experiences has enabled him to deliver the high level of professionalism and honesty expected from a yacht owner or client.

His career and background in mechanical engineering has led him to specialize increasingly in the Marine Industry. He has in-depth knowledge and experience in all aspects of construction, repair, planning and installation of yachts systems. Project management on behalf of boatyards and as an owner’s representative, coupled with his experience as a yacht captain and engineer, in sail and power, working with an international clientele and workforce, has provided him with the ability to look at projects from many different perspectives. The handling of negotiations and projects requiring reconciliation with different nationalities and a diverse workforce has allowed him to develop excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport easily with clients and motivate crew.

O B J E C T I V E

As a Captain I enjoy being in a position to give the best possible service to an owner and guests and ensure that all the onboard duties and responsibilities are carried out safely and enthusiastically. I am a good organizer and administrator and have solved many varied technical and logistical problems which are often unique to onboard life. I still have a passion for the yachting lifestyle and the opportunities it continues to allow me. I look forward to sharing these responsibilities and experiences in a friendly team environment.

P R O F E S S I O N A L Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S

  • RYA Yacht Master Offshore – Commercial Endorsement Master of yachts up to 200gt.
  • RYA Yacht Master Ocean – Shore based.
  • RYA / DOT small craft basic sea survival.
  • STCW 95 Basic Training Module
  • Personal Survival Techniques Course
  • First Aid & CPR
  • Basic Fire Fighting & Fire Prevention
  • Personal Safety & Social Responsibility
  • ENG 1
  • TWIC Transport Workers Identification Credential.
  • UK & Great Britain Certification – Radio Telephony – VHF.
  • ISPS Part B13.3 Ship Security & Crowd Control
  • NASE Open Water Diver Certification.
  • City & Guilds – 5 year Apprenticeship – Mechanic Engineering Certification
  • Westlawn School of Yacht Design (Module 1)
  • Marine Industry and Engine trainingcertification (details on request)

P R O F E S S I O N A L C A R E E R

Sept 2013 – Present: Co-Owner of BME Global Yacht Solutions Inc. Services include:

  • Professional Yacht Crew, Freelance Captain/Engineer.
  • Yacht Deliveries, Sail & Power Trans Atlantic, Caribbean, East Coast USA.
  • Project Management, Owners Representative.
  • Yacht Management, Consultancy Services.
  • Repowers & Refits, Yachts Systems, Repairs & Service.

Jan 2013 – Aug 2013: Captain / Engineer / Estate Manager – M/Y Carma– 75 ft. Hatteras Motor Yacht.

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  • Captain / Engineer on75’ Hatteras Motor Yacht with 27 ft. Jupiter Sportfishing Boat as tender.
  • Based in the Abacos at Elbow Cay, cruising area Bahamas and East Coast America.
  • Estate duties: Management and caretaking of 6500 sq. ft. Luxury property consisting of Main House.
    Grounds, Pool, Boat house, 200 ft. of Dockage & Boatlift, Jet Skis,Diving and Fishing Equipment.

Sept 2011 – Nov 2012: Captain / Engineer – M/Y Gila Rina – 70 ft. Horizon Motor Yacht .

  • Delivered Yacht from Montauk, Long Island to Miami.
  • Managed repairs and painting of hull in Fort Lauderdale.
  • Established and performed repair and maintenance schedule for vessel.
  • Based in Miami cruising schedule with owners and guests.

June 2002 – Present date: Owner of BME Global Yacht Solutions. Services included:

  • Yacht Management,
  • Professional Yacht Crew, Freelance Captain/Engineer, Yacht Deliveries,
  • Project Management, Yacht Interiors,
  • Owners Representative,
  • Repowers & Refits, Yachts Systems, Repairs & Service.

Jan 1996 - May 2002: Engineer/Service Manager for Tenants Harbor Boat Yard, Tenants Harbor, Maine, USA.

  • Set up and established new workshop facilities.
  • Responsible for establishing engine dealerships, sales, repowers, rebuilds and warranty work.
  • Involved in new construction work in both wood and composite,
  • Design, layout and installation of all ship systems.
  • Refit, repower and repair work on pleasure and commercial vessels,
  • Custom fabrication and machine work.
  • Deliveries and Sea Trials.

June 1995 - Dec 1995: Consultant Engineer in USAfor boat owner.

  • Contracted to design, fabricate and build a replacement electrical charging system for a 54 ft sailboat designed to run with extended battery bank system.
  • Worked closely with boat builder and owners throughout the project.
  • Conducted testing, sea trials and evaluations.

Feb 1994 - May 1995: Captain / Engineer- S/Y Maji Mengi – 72 ft Irwinfor Inter Oceanic Tours, Zanzibar, Tanzania.

  • Oversaw refit of vessel to bring it up to European charter standard.
  • Carried out repairs and managed local work force.
  • Trained local crew to operate to expected charter standards.
  • Organized charters from Zanzibar to surrounding Islands, Tanzania and Kenya, catering to international clientele.

Nov 1992 - Aug 1993: Mate/Engineer - S/Y Sumurun – 94 ft. Fife.

  • Classic William Fife Ketchbuilt in 1914.
  • Joined the yacht and worked asEngineeron the winter refit at Wayfarer Marine, Camden, Maine.
  • Sailed as Mate/Engineerwith the owner and charter guests on the NE Coast of US and Nova Scotia,
  • Participated in NY Yacht Club Cruise and Classic Yacht regattas.

Mar 1989 - Sept 1992: Captain / Engineer - S/Y Windfall of Woodbridge - 55 ft. Whistock, custom sailboat.

  • Operated yacht with my wife Jean as cook/mate, for charters, owners cruising schedule and deliveries.
  • Set up and ran charter operation out of Antiqua and attended boat shows on owner’s behalf.
  • Responsible for refits at Antigua Slipway, Antiqua, and Wayfarer Marine, Camden, Maine.
  • Carried out all repair and maintenance work,
  • Acted as owner’s rep with boat builder on potential new build project.
  • Sailing area covered the Virgin, Leeward, Windward Islands and Venezuela.
  • Deliveries to and from the Caribbean to New England, USA.
  • Spent summers cruising east coast America and Nova Scotia.

Jan 1989: Delivery Captain - S/Y Balize - 30 ft. sailboat.

  • Delivered yacht from Gibraltar, to Antigua in the Caribbean with the owners and Jean as cook and watch leader.

Apr 1988 - Nov 1988: Flotilla Skipper for Odysseus Yacht Charters, Corfu, Greece.

  • Sailing a 30 ft lead boat with my wife Jean as hostess,
  • Responsible for a flotilla of 10 yachts with international clientele,
  • Responsible for maintenance and conducting daily sailing briefings,
  • Carried out sailing instruction and organized water sport activities.
  • Based from Corfu our sailing area covered Ionian Islands to south

Mar 1987- Mar 1988: Shore based Engineer / Delivery Captain for Odysseus Yacht Charters, Corfu, Greece.

  • Responsible forfleet of 30+ yachts. 28 – 34 ft.
  • Managed all repair and maintenance work including winter refits.
  • Responsible for ordering and supply of parts and equipment.
  • Oversaw daily shore based work crew schedule for six local staff,
  • Organized weekly turn round repair and maintenance of fleet.
  • Completed the commissioning of eight new 29 ft. Yachts in Port Hyeres, France.
  • Undertook thedelivery from France with stops in Corsica, Italy and back to Greece.

July 1986 – Feb 1987: Mate / Engineer – S/Y Sea Mist – 65 ft sailboat.

  • Duties involved all aspects of maintenance and repair,
  • Sail handing, navigation and care of charter guests.
  • Sailing area, Channel Islands and French coast.

O T H E R P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E

Manager of marina repair facilities, Du Quesa Marina, Puerto de la Du Quesa, Andalusia, Spain. Responsible for day-to-day running of repair and refit work. Oversaw eight staff. Organized recreational sailing and instruction.

Westbrook Motor Services, Manchester England. Established business, undertaking marine and commercial diesel engine rebuilds and performance work.

Test Engineer / Dyno Dept. forGardner Diesel Engineers, Eccles, England. Running pre-delivery tests on all diesel engines prior to shipment to customers.

City & Guilds Apprentice in Mechanical Engineering for Burgrath Transport Services, Worsley, England. Work included service, repair and rebuilding of marine, plant and commercial engines and transmissions.

O T H E R P R O F E S S I O N AL S K I L L S & T R A I N I N G

  • Engine company training with : MAN,Deutz, Cummins, Onan, Caterpillar, Detroit, Lugger & Northern Lights,
  • ACCA/FSU Refrigerant Transition & Recovery. Grunet & Seafrost Refrigeration,
  • Marine Air Systems – Air Conditioning Systems,
  • Espar Heater Systems,
  • Sea Recovery Desalinators,
  • Seakeeper Gyro - Stabilazation Systems,
  • Welding and Fabrication Skills,
  • Coposite Repairs & Construction,
  • Paint & Varnish,
  • Electrical Systems,
  • Good Computer Skills,
  • Technical Drawing Experience & Ability to Interpret Engineering Drawings,
  • Management, Administration & Sales Experince,

O T H E R I N T E R E S T S & S A I L I N G E X P E R I E N C E

Dingy Sailing, Cycling, Running, Swimming, Reading, Travel, Classic Cars, Motorcycles & Motor Sports,

Sailing Regattas & Races including Antigua Race Week, Heineken Regatta, Eggmogen Reach Regatta,

Opera House Cup, & Shipyard Cup.

R E F E R E N C E C O N T A C T S

M/Y Carma: Mr. Richard King, Owner Motor Yacht Carma, email:

M/Y Gila Rina: Karen Fernandez, Chief Operation Officer, Owner’s Company. (US) Ph: 1 305 374 5030
email:

Mr. JB Turner: Former managing partner of Lyman & Morse Boat Builders and Now President of Front Street Shipyard.

(US) Ph: 1 207 930 3740. email:

Mr. George Emery: Former owner of Tenants Harbor Boatyard. (US) Ph: 1 207 691 1282. email:

S/Y Sumurun: Captain Armin Fischer, (USA) Ph: 1 207 691 8856. email:

S/Y Windfall: Owner, Mrs. Pat Orwell, (UK) Ph: 0044 207 435 5788. email:

Mr. Robert Sutcliff: former Manager of Odysseus Yachting Holidays, (GREECE) Ph: Cell: 0030 69445 30795

Home: 0030 26610 94104. email: