HI! I'M
Theo de Mello Costa
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Theo Mello
DOB 09 Sep 1994, Brazilian, single
WhatsApp: +55 (11) 97446-7115
São Sebastião-SP Brazil
Objectives
From an early age, I developed a strong connection with the sea and a passion for the marine environment. My involvement in water sports, like Diving/Surfing, combined with the nautical skills and experience I have gained over the years, naturally led me to pursue a professional career in the maritime industry.
After three years aboard the same vessel, progressing professionally and gaining valuable experience along the way, I am now ready for a new challenge and the next step in my career.
I am sociable, adaptable and comfortable working with people from different cultures and backgrounds. I enjoy bringing people together and contributing to a positive team environment. I am resilient, determined and goal-oriented, while maintaining a good sense of humor and a professional attitude. I also have experience with water sports, drone operation and basic videography.
I look forward to bringing my experience, enthusiasm and positive attitude to a new crew, while continuing to learn, grow and contribute to life on board.
Important Informations
License
- Master Of Yachts Unlimited
- Brazilian License - Captain (Non commercial)
- PWC
Certificates
- STCW valid
- ENG1 valid
- PADI - Divemaster
- OOW Nav & Radar
- GMDSS (GOC)
- GSK - General Ship Knowledge
- ECDIS - Transas (MCA/USCG)
- EDH - Efficient Deckhand
- HELM - Management
- HELM - Humam Element, Leadership and Management (Operational)
- Advanced Fire Fighting
- PSCRB - Proficiency in Survival craft and Rescue boat
- Proficiency in Medical First aid
- Lithium-ion batterie Safety awareness on Superyachts
Visas
- US Visa (B1/B2)
Languages
Portuguese
English
Spanish
Skills
Education
Resilience
Responsibility
Professional Background
CHIEF OFFICER 2025 - 2026
- 9 months as Chief Officer on Delta 54M (MY Helios 3). Cruising the Caribbean Islands, Surveys and preparation for the sale/boat show.
- 6 months as Chief Officer on Delta 54M (MY Chiron). Setting up vessel for new owners, Annual surveys/Inspections, hiring new crew and Cruising the Caribbean Islands.
BOSUN 2024
- 8 months as a Bosun on Delta 54M (Helios 3): Cruising around French Polynesia, Pacific Crossing as an OOW. From French Polynesia to St Maarten.
DECKHAND - 2022 - 2024
- 7 months as a deckhand on a Gulf Craft 100ft (MY Santosh): 4 months on charter season in Bahamas and 3 months in Shipyard period in Florida.
- 3 months as a temporary deckhand on MY Ruya: 2 months on Shipyard in Italy, preparing for Atlantic crossing and 1 month cruising the Mediterranean Sea.
- 1 year as a deckhand on Delta 54M (Helios 3): Cruising the South Pacific Islands from Vanuatu to Singapore and back to French Polynesia.
NAVIGATION – 2015 - 2025
- 2.500 nm sailing between Florianopolis – SC and Rio de Janeiro – RJ (Brazil)
- 1.100 nm cruising between Florida U.S. and Bahamas as a deckhand (M/Y Santosh)
- 600 nm sailing between Recife- PE and Fernando de Noronha – Brazil (S/V Touche)
- 1.700 nm cruising from Italy to Canary Islands. (M/Y Ruya)
- 36.000 nm Cruising the South Pacific Islands from Vanuatu to Singapore and back to Florida/Caribbean. (M/Y Helios 3)
- Experience as a Lead Watchkeeper - Pacific crossing, Caribbean sea, US east coast. (M/Y Helios 3)
HELP BAR/DLX – 2014 - 2016
- Bartender and customer high level service.
IMAGE PROJECTS - 2017-2018
- Drone piloting and capturing aerial images - architecture, inns and sporting events.
SALES – 2018 – 2021
- The sale of small fishing boats.
References
Captain Giles Smith - Vessel: MY Helios 3
Email: giles.surf@gmail.com
Phone: +1 954 608 1421
Captain Mick Hay - Vessel: MY Ruya
Email: captain@my-ruya.com
Phone: +35 69964 8567
Captain Milica Avramovic - Vessel: MY Helios 3
Email: Milica.avramovic@gmail.com
Phone: +1 954 997 0672
Captain Edwen Gomez - Vessel: MY Santosh
Email: captain@mysantosh.com / edwengomez@hotmail.com
Phone: +1 720 229 6112
Courses and other Experiences
EXPERIENCE
- Lead Watchkeeper
- Passage planning
- Anchoring procedures
- Mooring procedures
- Tender driving
- Towing procedures
- Crane operations
- Awl Grip paint basic knowledge
- Dive operations
INTERNATIONAL
2010
Webber University - Boarding School Canada Cultural Exchange Program
2011
Sunshine Beach State High School – Australia
Field
STUDIES
- Marine Studies: Specific studies on maritime environment, during exchange program in Australia
DRONE
- Experience in capturing and editing aerial footage with drones
VIDEO EDITING:
- Experience in capturing and editing Drone and Gopro’s footage
SPORTS
I am a watersports enthusiast:
- Surfing
- Sailing
- Diving
- FreeDiving
- Fishing
- Wakeboarding
- Kitesurfing
- Snowboarding
