Maverick


Specifications

Yacht Length: 40 Metres

Crew Size: 9

Yacht Passengers: 11

Cabins: 5

King: 1

Queen: 3

Twin: 1

Pullman: 1


About this Yacht

Profile

Call us or email us for more information about Maverick. You can reach our office at 1.941.914.1187 or Email Us. We’ll find a charter that fits your style, budget, and interests.

Crew Info:

CAPTAIN (rotational - West Med): Juan Gomez – Spanish
Joined Spring 2018
Juan was raised in Gran Canaria, giving him that built-in sense of the sea! He fell into the yachting industry some years ago and found the fast pace matched his “can do” attitude.
Juan describes himself as a strong leader, capable of multi- tasking while maintaining high-level safety standards. Charismatic and sportive, Juan’s career path has been varied and has seen him create and manage his own wholesale distribution company for wedding dresses in Madrid as well as co-pilot the tourist sub-marine The Golden Shark based in Gran Canaria.
Previous positions: Chief Officer M/Y Mustique (55m), First Officer S/Y Akalam (32m)
Languages: English, Spanish, Italian, German

CAPTAIN (Rotational - Caribbean): Marcus Bay - Fijian
Marcus is originally from Fiji. He grew up sailing, surfing, diving, fishing and kayaking. At the age of 21, he moved to Australia where he obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Business Management.
Marcus has travelled the South Pacific, including Australia, New Zealand, Tonga, Vanuatu and the Fiji Islands extensively by boat. His father operated a live aboard Dive Boat in Fiji as well as owning a Long Line tuna boat. So traveling the sea by boat has always been a part of his life.
On board M/Y Starfire for 14 years, his yachting career started as deckhand and advanced all the way to Chief Officer and Captain.
Marcus is a highly motivated professional, his approach when it comes to guest service is combining attention to detail with a harmonious work environment, inspiring his team members and creating a safe environment to all onboard.
Previous yacht: M/Y Starfire (54m)
Language: English

FIRST OFFICER: Hamish Taylor – New Zealander
Joined Winter 2023
Originally from the countryside of New Zealand, Hamish's upbringing revolved around farm life. He pursued a degree in Agricultural Science and transitioned into the corporate and export Agriculture sector. However, seeking a change, he shifted his career.
For the past 7.5 years, Hamish has been an integral part of the Superyacht industry, exploring distant locales like Alaska and Tahiti. His recent attainment of the Chief Mate qualification, a significant milestone in his maritime career.
Outside of work, Hamish loves playing squash, golf, Formula 1, and the adrenaline of big game fishing. He really enjoys being part of a great crew that gives top-tier service to clientele.
Languages: English

CHEF: Richard Parnell - British
Richard was born and raised in Bath, in the south west of England. He started his 21-year career learning the trade at Babington House, part of Soho House Group. Richard then made the move to London, to work for Gordon Ramsay at his eponymous 3 Michelin Star restaurant ‘Restaurant Gordon Ramsay’ and then onto New York to work in his ‘Gordon Ramsay at The London Hotel’ establishment. Richard has travelled the world throughout his career, embracing
the tastes, trends and traditions of global cooking. His job has taken him to Jordan as the Head Chef to His Royal Highness King Abdullah of Jordan and Family, to the beautiful country of New Zealand as Head Chef at the iconic Huka lodge in Taupo, and Head Chef on M/Y Tango, a position he held for almost six years. Away from the kitchen Richard has a love of winter sports and snowboarding, travelling the world and spending time with family.
Language: English

CHIEF STEWARDESS: Ana Sivant - Spanish
Joined Spring 2022
Ana was born and raised in Alicante, Spain. After she completed her degree in journalism, she moved to Malta to learn English and quickly realized that she a life and career involving travel is what she needed.
Her first position onboard was in Ibiza in 2018, and since then Ana has been lucky enough to see many different parts of the world to include Italy, France, Turkey, Central America and the United States.
Ana’s natural talent for hospitality, her flair for decoration and warm nurturing character make her the perfect fit for team Maverick!
Languages: Spanish, Italian, English and a touch of French

2ND STEWARDESS: Jordan Thornton - American
Joined Winter 2023
Having spent 16 years growing up in Southeast Asia, she brings a distinctive cultural richness to her role, coupled with the warm hospitality of her Texas roots. Prior to embarking on a career in yachting, she graduated from Texas State University. Her zest for life is evident in her love for scuba diving, horseback riding, and exploring new destinations on and off the boat.
Languages: English

3RD STEWARDESS: Elizabeth Murray - South African
South African born. Elizabeth is a gentle natured girl who started yachting to satisfy her hankering for travel. She found after her anthropology studies that there is no better way to learn about culture than doing this. She feels right at home on a boat and has found a passion for being out at sea and creating a place on board that any guest finds themselves to happy to be in. Elizabeth will always find a moment to engage with someone about their interests so that she learns something about them and something new at the same time.
Languages: English

BOSUN: Angel Sillero – Spanish
Joined Winter 2023
Angel was born and raised in Barcelona, Spain. Growing up close to the Mediterranean he spent most of his childhood by the sea, enjoying water sports, sailing, and taking trips to Balearic Islands. This sparked his interest in traveling.
Having spent 12 months exploring Southeast Asia where he completed his advance open water diving certification, he hopes to explore more of the world’s oceans.
His passion for travel and the ocean inspired his move to the yachting industry where he hopes to make a career for himself. In his time away from MAVERICK, he enjoys keeping fit and has particular enjoyment playing paddle tennis as well as other team sports.
Languages: English, Spanish

DECKHAND: Jarrod Myers - Canadian
Born in Toronto and raised on the east coast of South Africa, Jarrod grew up immersed in outdoor activities, spending his time playing sports and enjoying weekends at the beach. His upbringing fueled his passion for yachting, drawn by the allure of outdoor pursuits. He possess a deep love for travel, seeking diverse cultural experiences wherever he goes. Among his hobbies are golf, surfing, basketball, soccer, indulging in various cuisines, exploring sports documentaries, as well as photography and videography.
Languages: English

CHIEF ENGINEER: Diego Lopez - Spanish
Joined Summer 2022
Diego started his career at sea in 2007 and since then has worked onboard various vessels including commercial cargo ships, cruise ships and super yachts. When he is not on board, you will find Diego traveling with his wife and daughter. His dream is to build an electric boat to cross the Pacific Ocean. Diego is on board to ensure the safe operation of the yacht´s machinery and always ready to assist you with a welcoming smile.
Languages English & Spanish

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