Giuseppe Testaverde
Genova
Summary
Experienced first mate with a robust background in operating luxury sailing yachts for private and charter use. Over fifteen years of experience as captain and crew member, specializing in detailed voyage planning, safety management, and adherence to schedules. Proven ability to oversee maintenance of onboard systems and deck equipment while managing external contractors. Committed to ensuring guest satisfaction through exceptional service and efficient crew management, maintaining high standards of quality and professionalism.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Captain
SY Jacquelina (Pendennis 90ft)
Genova
2025.05 - 2026.11
- Description: private sailing boat
- sailing area: Tyrrhenian Sea, Ionian Islands, Athens
Captain
SY Camilla of London
Genova
2023.09 - 2024.10
- Description of the society: Private yacht, Brenta 71ft
- Navigational area: Mar Egeo, Mar Tirreno
First Mate, Engineer
SY Solitaire of Surama
Genova
2023.04 - 2023.09
- Description of the society: Private yacht, Beconcini 32m
- Navigational area: Mar Egeo, Mar Tirreno
Captain
SY Stella Maris
Marina di Ravenna
2020.05 - 2022.09
- Description of the society: Private yacht, Starkel 64ft
- Navigational area: Mar Adriatico, Mar Egeo, Mar Tirreno
First Mate
SY Logica
Palermo
2019.05 - 2019.10
- Description of the society: Charter and private yacht, Composite work 90ft
- Navigational area: Mar Ligure, Isole Napoletane, Sicilia
Captain
Favonia and Ericussa
Palermo
2018.07 - 2018.09
- Description of the society: Fountain Pajot 42ft charter yachts
- Navigational area: Isole Egadi, Isole Eolie
First Mate and Chef
SY Paradis
Ibiza
2017.04 - 2017.11
- Description of the society: Private yacht, Swan 82rs
- Navigational area: Baleares
First Mate and Chef
SY Suhail
Salerno
2016.04 - 2016.10
- Description of the society Private yacht, Gino D'Este 82 ft ketch
- Navigational area: Isole Napoletane, Isole Eolie, Costa Azzurra, Isole Baleari
First Mate and Chef
SY Duan
Genova
2012.04 - 2016.03
- Description of the society: Charter and private yacht, Swan 80
- Navigational area: Isole Ionie, Isole Cyclades, Isole Eolie, Isole Napoletane, Isole Pontine, Corsica, Costa Azzurra, Isole Baleari
First Mate and Steward
SY Aniletta
Palermo
2011.04 - 2011.10
- Description of the society: Charter yacht, 100ft Turkish Gaulette
- Navigational area: Isole Eolie, Isole Egadi, Sicilia
Skills
- electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and rigging maintenance skills
- crew management skills
During my long career onboard of luxury sailing yachts I have developed very strong skills as:
- sense of responsibility with a strong attention to safety
- customer relations and strong communication skills
Hobbies
- Fishing
- Spearfishing
- Sailing ,Regatta
Languages
Italian
Native
English
Fluent
Spanish
Intermediate
Certification
- Yachtmaster offshore Commercially Endorsed (January 2023)
- GMDSS GOC (November 2022)
- IMO STCW 95/10 BST (refresh 2024)
Timeline
Captain
SY Jacquelina (Pendennis 90ft)
2025.05 - 2026.11
Captain
SY Camilla of London
2023.09 - 2024.10
First Mate, Engineer
SY Solitaire of Surama
2023.04 - 2023.09
Captain
SY Stella Maris
2020.05 - 2022.09
First Mate
SY Logica
2019.05 - 2019.10
Captain
Favonia and Ericussa
2018.07 - 2018.09
First Mate and Chef
SY Paradis
2017.04 - 2017.11
First Mate and Chef
SY Suhail
2016.04 - 2016.10
First Mate and Chef
SY Duan
2012.04 - 2016.03
First Mate and Steward
SY Aniletta
2011.04 - 2011.10