James Sproull
Bodmin,UK
Summary
A seasoned professional with extensive experience in maritime operations, including single-handed vessel management and crew leadership. Proficient in VHF communications and vessel maintenance, with a strong background in engineering and maintenance. Demonstrates expertise across various watercraft types, including single engine, twin engine, and jet powered vessels. Holds a PADI Open Water Dive Qualification and CSIA Level 2 Ski Instructor Qualification, showcasing versatility in both aquatic and alpine environments. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and safety while pursuing opportunities for growth within the maritime industry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Delivery Crew
Universal Maritime
Plymouth, Devon
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Crewed deliveries of Princess Yachts within UK and Europe. This involved passage planning, watch keeping, weather assessments and boat handling.
RNLI Lifeboat Crew (Volunteer)
RNLI
Port Isaac, Cornwall
05.2023 - Current
• Operate in challenging sea states with a strong emphasis on teamwork and safety
• Experience working under pressure in time-critical maritime situations
Senior Skipper (Assistant Marine Manager 2024)
Wavehunters UK LTD
Padstow, Cornwall
01.2022 - 12.2025
- Skipper 10m Ribs on Sea Safaris
- Responsible for passenger safety, vessel checks, navigation and weather assessments
- Delivery of professional safety briefings
- Responsible for client safety, navigation, and operations of high-speed RIB trips and jet powered water taxis. Promoted to Assistant Marine Manager in 2024 with additional duties in rotas, maintenance, and staff supervision. Developed leadership, risk management, and decision-making skills transferable to trading environments.
Education
BSc - Computer Science
University of Leeds
Leeds 09/2022 - 06/2025
A-Levels - Economics, Geography, Mathematics
Callywith College
Cornwall, United Kingdom 09/2019 - 06/2021
GCSEs -
Wadebridge School
Cornwall, United KingdomSkills
- Fishing on a family owned 7m lobster potting boat
- Engineering/ Maintenance experience
- Experienced in VHF communications
- Single-handed operations
- Leadership, crew management and passenger care
- Vessel maintenance
- Experience on single engine, twin engine and jet powered craft
- PADI Open Water Dive Qualification
- Experience in Water Sports (Wakeboarding, Waterskiing)
- CSIA Level 2 Ski Instructor Qualification
Certification
- RYA Offshore Yachtmasters CoC (Commercially Endorsed)
- RYA Advanced Powerboat CoC (Commercially Endorsed)
- STCW Basic Safety Training (FPFF TBC early Jan)
- ENG1 Medical Certificate
- GMDSS SRC VHF Licence
- RYA Day Skipper
Personal Info
- Deckhand
- DOB: 30th March 2003
- Non-smoker | No Tattoos
- Driver’s Licence- Full and Clean
- Nationality British
- Current Location: UK
- Availability: January 2026
- ENG 1 (December 2027)
Referees
- Andy Cameron, Director, andy@wavehunters.co.uk, Wavehunters UK Limited
- William Greenhalgh, Skipper S/Y Cassiopeia, will@wjmarine.co.uk
Timeline
Delivery Crew
Universal Maritime
01.2025 - 12.2025
RNLI Lifeboat Crew (Volunteer)
RNLI
05.2023 - Current
Senior Skipper (Assistant Marine Manager 2024)
Wavehunters UK LTD
01.2022 - 12.2025
BSc - Computer Science
University of Leeds
09/2022 - 06/2025
A-Levels - Economics, Geography, Mathematics
Callywith College
09/2019 - 06/2021
GCSEs -
Wadebridge School