D5 Yacht Charter Motor Boat

Crew Profile

CAPTAIN: Duncan Gale – British
Joined Spring 2018
Duncan started his career in the yachting industry in 1989 when he joined S/Y Lord Jim as engineer and since then has had the opportunity to cruise extensively around the Mediterranean, Caribbean, East-Coast USA and even East-Coast Australia.
As well as captaining luxury yachts to include M/Y Joy II, M/Y Tinamare and M/Y Shenanigans, Duncan is an experienced Yachtmaster instructor, and has worked hard to obtain an MTU diesel engineering diploma and both CASA & FAA private pilot licences.
Duncan is a qualified Jet Ski instructor
Duncan is excited to have joined D5 for the Mediterranean season 2018 and is raring to get clients on-board and be out on charter!
Languages: English

CHEF: Chloe Pollock – New Zealander
Joined Spring 2018
Returning to D5 for her second Mediterranean season onboard, Chloe has over 7 years’ experience in high-end hospitality and 4 seasons on yachts in numerous roles.
Spending last season as chef/stew on the busy M/Y Gigi (26m) and the winter season as Chalet Manager in the French Alps.
Originally from New Zealand, this dedicated, hardworking Kiwi girl, admits she is always open to helping her fellow crew mates and forever ready to go the extra (nautical) mile to ensure all tasks are completed to the highest standards.
Chloe is passionate about a multitude of activities including tennis, snow & water sports, travel and world cuisines.
Languages: English/basic French

DECKHAND/STEWARD: Blair Griffiths – New Zealander
Joined Spring 2018
Blair is new to yachting but has had a passion for sailing since he was small. After completing his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering in his hometown of Queenstown, New Zealand, he decided it was time to get out and see the world.
Arriving in Europe and wanting to conquer the snow slopes he soon came down to sea level to amalgamate his technical skills with his hospitality experience and his passion for the sea… it’s a hat trick!
Blairs hobbies include activities such as hiking, running, fishing and snow sports.
Languages: English