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Luke Markey

Southend ,Essex

Summary

Accepted on to the Level 2 Diploma Marine Engineering course at South Essex College, starting September 2025. Progressing onto the Level 3 Apprenticeship and looking for prospective employers. Aspires to pursue a career on the water as a Maritime Engineer. A skilled sailor with Powerboat driving experience and proficiency in radio operation, holding both the Power Boat Level Two and Maritime Radio Operator certificates. Demonstrates a strong passion for sailing, with four years of racing experience at international and national levels, complemented by qualifications as an RYA Assistant Instructor and a scheduled completion of the RYA Dinghy Instructor Course in June 2025. Known for patience with beginners, excellent team collaboration, problem-solving abilities, and maintaining composure under pressure. Holds first aid certification and is safeguarding qualified with the RYA Safe And Fun On The Water Certificate.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Sailing Instructor

UK RS Tera Class Association
10.2024 - Current
  • Ensure safety of sailors by teaching fundamental sailing techniques.
  • Coach sailors to improve their sailing skill set.
  • Carry out maintenance checks on equipment, guaranteeing safe usage during lessons.
  • Demonstrate correct use of safety gear, prioritising student welfare during lessons.
  • Encourage confidence and fun on the water
  • Assist in delivering theory and class room based activities.

Warehouse/Shop Assistant

The Wetsuit Outlet
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
08.2024 - Current
  • I have excellent customer service skills.
  • I use my product knowledge to help and advise customers with their purchases.
  • I handle card transactions.
  • I handle and organise orders ready for distribution.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members during busy periods.

Education

GCSEs - Higher Mathematics

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea
09.2023 -

GCSEs - English Language

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea
09.2023 -

GCSEs - English Literature

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea
09.2023 -

GCSEs - Higher Combined Science

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea
09.2023 -

GCSEs - Geography

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea
09.2023 -

GCSEs - PE

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea
09.2023 -

GCSEs - 3D Design

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea
09.2023 -

GCSEs - Hospitality And Catering

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea
09.2023 -

Skills

  • Powerboat Driving Experience (Power Boat Level Two Qualified)
  • Radio operation proficiency (Maritime Radio Operator Certificate Of Competence, GMDSS Short Range Certificate)
  • Proficient Sailor (International level)
  • Dinghy instruction experience (Qualified RYA Assistant Instructor and RYA Dinghy Instructor Course Scheduled To Complete June 2025)
  • Passion for sailing (4 Years Of racing Experience at International And National Level)
  • Patience with beginners
  • Sail rigging competence
  • Calm under pressure
  • First Aid certification (Qualified in March 2025)
  • Safeguarding qualified (RYA Safe And Fun On The water Certificate)
  • Excellent Team player
  • Excellent problem solver


Timeline

Assistant Sailing Instructor

UK RS Tera Class Association
10.2024 - Current

Warehouse/Shop Assistant

The Wetsuit Outlet
08.2024 - Current

GCSEs - Higher Mathematics

Shoeburyness High School
09.2023 -

GCSEs - English Language

Shoeburyness High School
09.2023 -

GCSEs - English Literature

Shoeburyness High School
09.2023 -

GCSEs - Higher Combined Science

Shoeburyness High School
09.2023 -

GCSEs - Geography

Shoeburyness High School
09.2023 -

GCSEs - PE

Shoeburyness High School
09.2023 -

GCSEs - 3D Design

Shoeburyness High School
09.2023 -

GCSEs - Hospitality And Catering

Shoeburyness High School
09.2023 -
Luke Markey