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James Robert Stevens

James Robert Stevens

Lytchett Matravers,Dorset

Summary

Performance driven highly motivated individual with over 19 years’ experience in the marine sector. From a young age working on family commercial fishing boats to becoming a deckhand on a local ferry company. On completion of school I moved on to become a marine electrician at Sunseeker International where I completed a 4 year apprenticeship. After completion of my apprenticeship I spent a further 10 years throughout the business working on various models including the flagship 155 Yacht. In 2016 I was given the opportunity to join the Sunseeker Test Team where I still am at present. Working on the Sunseeker Test Team has given me a vast knowledge and understanding of all marine trades and business processes. 2019 Seen me complete my goal of qualifying as a Commercially endorsed Yacht Master leading to my position as a Senior Test Engineer.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Senior Test team engineer and Yachtmaster

Sunseeker International
01.2016 - 08.2025
  • Managed multiple projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality work.
  • Led team meetings, with effective communication amongst teams.
  • Oversaw installation, testing and commissioning of engineering systems to meet performance and safety requirements.
  • Advised on equipment failures and potential repairs to restore functionality.
  • Supported management decision-making with expert-level technical guidance.
  • Making sure Boats and installations are completed to current build and customer specifications
  • Completion of commissioning, surveyor and client sea trials
  • Customer and crew training
  • Technical support at International boat shows
  • Ensure all documentation of Test procedures and commissionings are completed and archived.

Marine Electrician

Sunseeker International
01.2006 - 01.2016
  • Conducted installation of electrical wiring and cable management
  • Completed projects following accurate drawings.
  • Configured navigation and audio-visual systems expertly.
  • Used hand and power tools
  • Installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications

Deckhand

Greenslades Pleasure boats
01.2004 - 01.2009
  • Executed line handling duties whilst docking or departing ports, aiding in seamless operations.
  • Fulfilled watchkeeping duties at sea, ensuring smooth operation throughout night hours.
  • Carried out minor repairs, increasing longevity of ship's equipment.

Marine Electrician

R&J Marine
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Executed cable pulling tasks; eliminated errors in cabling network.
  • Conducted routine inspections for preventative maintenance reducing equipment failure instances.
  • Diagnosed faults with various marine electrical equipment swiftly rectifying issues.
  • Performed troubleshooting tasks for complex electrical problems resulting in quick resolutions.

Education

GCSE - 6 GCSE grade A-C (including Maths, English and Science)

Lytchett Minster Manor School
Poole
01.1999 - 01.2004

NVQ level 2 - Performing Engineering Operations (Domestic electrical)

Weymouth College
Weymouth
09.2004 - 07.2005

City and Guilds - Marine Electrical Engineering

Marine Skills Centre, Poole
Poole
09.2006 - 01.2010

Skills

  • Fault diagnosis capability
  • Surveying techniques familiarity
  • Continuous improvement focus
  • Electrical systems understanding
  • Electrical engineering
  • Quality assurance testing

Timeline

Senior Test team engineer and Yachtmaster

Sunseeker International
01.2016 - 08.2025

City and Guilds - Marine Electrical Engineering

Marine Skills Centre, Poole
09.2006 - 01.2010

Marine Electrician

Sunseeker International
01.2006 - 01.2016

Marine Electrician

R&J Marine
01.2005 - 01.2006

NVQ level 2 - Performing Engineering Operations (Domestic electrical)

Weymouth College
09.2004 - 07.2005

Deckhand

Greenslades Pleasure boats
01.2004 - 01.2009

GCSE - 6 GCSE grade A-C (including Maths, English and Science)

Lytchett Minster Manor School
01.1999 - 01.2004
James Robert Stevens