\documentclass[article,12pt,a4paper,oneside]{memoir} \input{CommonLaTeX/common.tex} \input{CommonLaTeX/class_memoir.tex} \input{CommonLaTeX/resume.tex} \input{CommonLaTeX/symbols.tex} \input{CommonLaTeX/graphic.tex} \layoutMaximalPdf[0.4in][0.4in] \hypersetup{hidelinks} \raggedcolumns \newlength{\qrsize} \setlength{\qrsize}{4\baselineskip} \makeatletter\newcommand{\expires}[1]{ {\itshape (exp. #1)} }\makeatother \begin{document} \fontsize{11.5}{14}\selectfont \columnratio{0.7,0.3} \begin{paracol}{2} {\fontsize{48}{48}\selectfont\scshape\bfseries Robert Fry} \vspace{0.5\baselineskip}\hrule\vspace{0.1\baselineskip} {\fontsize{24}{24}\selectfont\scshape Deckhand} \vspace{0.4\baselineskip}\hrule\vspace{0.5\baselineskip} \begin{multicols}{2} \renewcommand{\arraystretch}{1.2} \begin{tabularx}{\linewidth}{cX} \faMobile* & +44 7982 300669 \\ \faEnvelope[regular] & inbox@robertfry.xyz \\ \faGlobe & Antibes, France \\ \faIdCard & Full Driving Licence \\ \faCheckCircle & \textbf{Available Immediately} \\ \end{tabularx} \begin{tabularx}{\linewidth}{cX} \faIcon{user} & 27 years old \textit{(1998-06-24)} \\ & British - UK Passport \\ & Non-Smoker \\ & No Tattoos \\ & Quiet Sleeper \\ & ENG1 \expires{2027} \\ \end{tabularx} \end{multicols} \switchcolumn \includegraphics[ width=\linewidth, trim={1cm 9cm 1cm 4.5cm}, clip, ]{deckhand-mugshot.jpg} \end{paracol} { \setlength{\parskip}{0.5\baselineskip} % What can I do? % As an RYA Sailing Instructor with % dinghy sailing endorsements, and three years teaching experience, I can lead safe and fun dinghy sailing activities, and competently drive and dock powerboats. % With a lifetime of sailing a 29ft Westerly Merlin on The Solent, supported by the Day Skipper and Yachtmaster Offshore Theory qualifications, I am a useful deckhand, proficient with line handling, anchoring, mooring, passage, and pilotage. % In addition, I can support off-season maintenance, including antifouling, copper coating, fibreglass repairs, woodworking, and general upkeep. % RYA Dinghy Instructor with experience leading structured sailing lessons and operating safety/powerboats (Powerboat Level 2). Competent deckhand with practical seamanship including line handling, anchoring, mooring, and pilotage, developed through extensive sailing in the Solent and supported by RYA Day Skipper. Confident handling and skippering of small yachts. Experienced in winter maintenance and refit work, including antifouling, varnishing, painting, and general upkeep. % As an RYA Dinghy Instructor, I can lead structured sailing lessons and safely operate powerboats (Powerboat Level 2). I can work as a competent deckhand, carrying out core seamanship tasks including line handling, anchoring, mooring, and pilotage, developed through extensive sailing in the Solent. I can also skipper small yachts with confidence (RYA Day Skipper). In addition, I can support winter maintenance and refit work, including antifouling, varnishing, painting, and general upkeep. % How am I interesting? % I have a background in Software Engineering, developing navigation and combat management software for the Royal Navy, supported by a Master of Mathematics (MMath). % I have been twice elected a director of the Emsworth Slipper Sailing Club Ltd. % During my weekends, I competitively race my RS 700 skiff in Chichester Harbour. % % Background in software engineering, developing real-time navigation and combat management systems for the Royal Navy. Combines technical problem-solving and attention to detail with hands-on maritime work. Active competitive sailor, racing an RS 700, demonstrating performance focus and resilience. Holds a Master of Mathematics (MMath, distinction), indicating strong analytical capability. % What do I want? % I became determined to pursue a long-term maritime career when asked by Sussex University Sailing Club to be their sole skipper, chartering a 44ft Sun Odyssey 439 in Athens. % I am seeking a deckhand role that will give hands-on industry experience, where I can achieve the Yachtmaster Offshore exam and a commercial certification. % Pursuing a long-term maritime career following experience as sole skipper of a Sun Odyssey 439 charter. Seeking deckhand roles that provide sea time, responsibility, and continued skills development. Working toward RYA Yachtmaster certification and progression to Master <200GT (commercially endorsed). % \hrule % I'm an RYA Sailing Instructor with three years experience leading safe and fun dinghy sailing lessons from an outboard RIB safetyboat, giving me practical experience with powerboat handling, mooring, and coming alongside moving sailing dinghies. % I've developed my seamanship skills from a lifelong history of sailing a 29ft Westerly Merlin in The Solent, including solo passages and club races, giving me proficiency with ropework, chartwork, sail handling, and onboard safety. % I became determined to pursue a hands-on maritime career when approached by Sussex University Sailing Club to be their sole skipper, chartering a 44ft Sun Odyssey 439 in Greece. % Previously employed as a Software Engineer, I developed a strong attention to detail and problem solving skills, backed up by a Master of Mathematics (MMath, distinction). % Outside of working, I enjoy racing my RS 700 in Chichester Harbour, exploring the local historical sites, and evening cooking. } \ResumeSection{Skills} \begin{multicols}{4} \begin{itemize} \item Dinghy Instructor \item Tender Driving \item Line Handling \item Anchoring \& Mooring \item Passage \& Pilotage \item Woodworking \item Painting \item Antifouling \item Copper Coating \item Fibreglass Repairs \item Cleaning \& Polishing \item Tech Support \end{itemize} \end{multicols} \ResumeSection{Qualifications} \begin{minipage}[t]{\dimexpr\linewidth-\qrsize-3em\relax} \begin{multicols}{2} \begin{itemize} \item STCW 2010 \expires{2031} \item STCW 2010 Security Awareness \item RYA Day Skipper (ICC) \expires{2029} \item RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Theory \item RYA VHF SRC \item Highfield Level 2 Food Safety \end{itemize} \columnbreak \begin{itemize} \item RYA Dinghy Instructor \expires{2029} \item RYA Powerboat Level 2 \item RYA First Aid \expires{2027} \item RYA Safeguarding Awareness \item BSAC Ocean Diver \item Master of Mathematics (MMath) \end{itemize} \end{multicols} \end{minipage} \hfill \begin{minipage}[t]{\dimexpr\qrsize+2em\relax} \vfill\hfill \qrcode[height=\qrsize,level=Q]{https://cloud.robertfry.xyz/s/SailingQualifications} \hfill \end{minipage} \ResumeSection{Maritime Experience} \ResumeHistory{Dinghy Instructor in Chichester Harbour} [ start={Mar 2023}, end={Mar 2026}, ] \begin{itemize} \item Three years dedicating every weekend as a Dinghy Instructor for the Emsworth Slipper Sailing Club. \item Taught all ages and abilities, from novice up to RYA Stage 4 and racing, in conditions up to moderate F4. \item Took initiative with asset maintenance and proactive safety (e.g. foam boom padding, line replacement). \end{itemize} \ResumeHistory{Sailing in The Solent} \begin{itemize} \item Extensive experience sailing a 29ft Westerly Merlin in The Solent, logging 630{\footnotesize NM} and 8 night hours last year, including solo passages and inter-club racing. \item Practical experience with off-season maintenance, including electrical work, antifouling, copper coating, mast lifting, and spectator crowd control. \end{itemize} \ResumeHistory{Sole Charter Skipper} [ start={Jun 2024}, end={}, ] \begin{itemize} \item Sole skipper for Sussex University Sailing Club, chartering a 44ft Sun Odyssey 439 in Athena, Greece. \item Responsible for daily yacht handling, guest safety, mooring, anchoring, passage, and pilotage. \end{itemize} \pagebreak \ResumeHistory{RS 700 Racing} [ start={Jan 2023}, ] \begin{itemize} \item I repaired an RS 700 skiff to race condition, including fibreglass repairs, pop riveting, and line and block replacement. I now compete against the local sailing clubs in Chichester Harbour. \end{itemize} \ResumeHistory{Director of Emsworth Slipper Sailing Club} [ start={Jan 2024}, end={Mar 2026}, ] \begin{itemize} \item Twice voted as committee member and director of the Emsworth Slipper Sailing Club Ltd. \item Responsible for sailing sub-committee minute taking, and providing a point of contact for members. \end{itemize} \ResumeSection{Professional Summary} \ResumeHistory{Software Engineer (C++, Rust)} [ company={BAE Systems}, location={Portsmouth, UK}, start={Jan 2023}, end={Feb 2026}, ] \begin{itemize} \item Developed real-time navigation and combat management systems for the Royal Navy, contributing to the £285m RECODE modernisation contract for both surface and subsurface platforms. \item Mentored a graduate engineer with no C++ background, ensuring project standards where met on time. \item Proposed and implemented efficient algorithms and data structures to meet requirements, including geospatial indexing and deterministic scheduling for scalable distributed Kubernetes-based systems. \item Applied Model-Based Software Engineering (UML and SysML under the NATO Architecture Framework v4). \end{itemize} \ResumeHistory{Software Engineer (C, C++)} [ company={Raymarine}, location={Fareham, UK}, start={Aug 2019}, end={Aug 2020}, ] \begin{itemize} \item Built the Yachtsense Digital Control System UI, increasing my knowledge of maritime electronic equipment. \item Developed SeaTalk (NMEA 2k) message handling between onboard electronic devices. \end{itemize} \ResumeHistory{Computer Repair Technician} [ company={Emsworth Computer Company (emscom.co.uk)}, location={Emsworth, UK}, start={Jun 2016}, end={Sep 2018}, ] \begin{itemize} \item Developed robust techniques for Windows system maintenance, including virus removal, system speedup. \item Performed hardware repairs on Apple devices, desktops, and laptop computers. \item Provided friendly advice when advising customers, often needing a tailored description of faults. \end{itemize} \ResumeSection{Education} \ResumeHistory{Master of Mathematics (MMath, Distinction)} [ company={University of Portsmouth}, location={Portsmouth, UK}, start={Sep 2016}, end={Jul 2022}, ] \ResumeThesis{Masters' Thesis} {A Categorical Interpretation of Kleinberg's Impossibility Theorem for Clustering} [ link=https://cloud.robertfry.xyz/s/Thesis2022 ] \ResumeSection{Hobbies} \begin{itemize} \item Racing my RS 700 on weekends in Chichester Harbour. \item Watching SailGP, after seeing it live in Portsmouth 2025. \item Walking and exploring local historical sites, having visited almost every National Heritage site in Hampshire. \item Cooking at home, especially over Christmas when I cook dinner for family. \end{itemize} \ResumeSection{Referees} \begin{multicols}{2} \ResumeReferee[ name={Emma Robertson}, position={Junior and Youth Coordinator, ESSC}, phone={+44 7748 644481}, % email={junior@emsworthslippersc.org.uk}, ] \ResumeReferee[ name={Austin Eszcori}, position={Chief Officer - M/Y Metsuyan IV}, phone={+44 7500 700371}, ] % \ResumeReferee[ % name={BAE Systems}, % position={Contact BAE Systems}, % website={https://www.baesystems.com/en/contact}, % ] \end{multicols} % \vfill\hfill % \qrcode[height=\qrsize,level=Q]{https://cloud.robertfry.xyz/s/DeckhandCV} \end{document}