Brennan Holmes

Available Immediately
Deckhand · STCW · PADI Divemaster · Available Worldwide
I am a highly motivated and safety-driven marine professional with extensive hands-on experience in small vessel operations, parasailing, and dive guiding. Holding both a Canadian SVOP and Australian Coxswain license, along with a PADI Divemaster certification, I have spent several years leading marine activities across Canada and Australia. I’m confident in managing guest safety, maintaining vessels, and delivering exceptional guest experiences both on and under the water. Passionate about marine life, adventure tourism, and crew collaboration, I’m ready to bring my skills to the yachting industry and continue building a long-term maritime career.
Maritime Certificates
STCW Basic Safety
ENG1 Medical (Exp 2027)
PDSD Certificate
Crowd & Crisis Management
Canadian SVOP License
Superyacht Deckhand (YCA)
PADI Divemaster
Advanced Resuscitation & O₂ Therapy
Australian “Serving It Right” Certification
Coxswain Level 1 – Australia
Education
Okanagan Mission Secondary School
High School Diploma · Graduated 2022
Maritime & Yachting Experience
Marine Technician & Detailer | Dry Dock Marine
Lake Cowichan, BCSept 2025 – Present
Exterior polishing and detailing, winterization, oil changes, routine servicing, and mechanical support.
Captain, Deckhand & Dive Guide | Duncanby Lodge
Canada2025 Season
Docking, fueling, guest service, fish packing, and marina operations.
Captain, Deckhand & Dive Guide | Lizard Island Resort
Great Barrier Reef, QLD, AustraliaDec 2023 – Nov 2024
Led guided dive and snorkel tours for guests at a luxury Relais & Châteaux property. Managed safety for all marine activities and small-boat operations.
Captain | Tanga Tours
Moreton Island, QLD, AustraliaNov 2022 – May 2023
Oversaw parasailing operations, glass-bottom boat tours, and snorkel excursions. Performed boat checks and ensured guest safety under varying marine conditions.
Captain & Deckhand | Ogopogo Parasail
Kelowna, BC, Canada2020 – 2023 (Seasonal)
Operated parasail charters for high daily guest volumes on Okanagan Lake. Managed vessel prep, safety briefings, winch systems, and minor mechanical tasks.
References
Drazen Jagunic — MY Taleya
+44 7459 320627 · drazen@managementcoc.com
Paige Grinrod — Assistant Manager, Lizard Island Resort
+61 431 295 104 · pgrinrodd@outlook.com
Quinn Rasmussen — Manager, Ogopogo Parasail
+1 250 859 2162

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